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Texans GM Secures $11.7M Guaranteed Deal for Rookie

7/24/2025

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In a groundbreaking move, Houston Texans GM Nick Caserio secured an unprecedented fully guaranteed $11.7 million contract for rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins, setting a new standard for second-round picks. While this bold decision stirred discussions throughout the NFL, Caserio urged teams to embrace the changing landscape of player contracts.

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In a groundbreaking move, Houston Texans GM Nick Caserio secured an unprecedented fully guaranteed $11.7 million contract for rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins, setting a new standard for second-round picks. While this bold decision stirred discussions throughout the NFL, Caserio urged teams to embrace the changing landscape of player contracts.