Texans Sign Two Veteran WRs After Jayden Higgins' Torn ACL
Summary
The Houston Texans signed two experienced wide receivers, Sterling Shepard and Zay Jones, after Jayden Higgins tore the ACL in his right knee and was placed on injured reserve. Both players have played for several NFL teams and will add depth to the Texans’ wide receiver group.Key Facts
- Jayden Higgins, a second-year wide receiver for the Texans, tore the ACL in his right knee during practice with the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Higgins is expected to miss the entire season due to this injury.
- The Texans signed Sterling Shepard and Zay Jones to strengthen their wide receiver roster.
- Sterling Shepard was drafted in 2016, played mainly for the New York Giants, and last season had 39 catches for 371 yards and 1 touchdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- Zay Jones was drafted in 2017 and has played for multiple NFL teams, including the Buffalo Bills and Arizona Cardinals.
- Jones missed part of last season due to a torn Achilles but has since recovered.
- Neither Shepard nor Jones offers the same potential as Higgins, but both bring valuable NFL experience.
- Other receivers like Nico Collins and young players Xavier Hutchinson, Jaylin Noel, Tank Dell, and Lewis Bond will have bigger roles on the Texans’ team.
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