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Texans Finalize NFL’s First Fully Guaranteed Second-Round Rookie Contract

Houston secures wide receiver Jayden Higgins with a groundbreaking four-year, $11.7 million deal, reshaping rookie contract norms.

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa State wideout Jayden Higgins (WO18) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Jayden Higgins, selected 34th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, signed a fully guaranteed four-year, $11.7 million contract with the Houston Texans.
  • This marks the first time in NFL history that a second-round draft pick has received a fully guaranteed rookie deal.
  • The Texans prioritized Higgins to address wide receiver depth following Stefon Diggs' departure and Tank Dell's injury, highlighting his potential to impact their offense.
  • Higgins, a standout at Iowa State, recorded 1,183 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns in 2024, showcasing his ability as a reliable target.
  • The deal has sparked discussions across the league, with other teams voicing concerns about its precedent-setting implications for future rookie contracts.