The Houston Texans' offense may see changes as Jayden Higgins has reportedly torn his ACL. This injury could allow Jaylin Noel to step into a more significant role this season. Higgins was anticipated to be the team's No. 2 wide receiver, but now other players can fill that position.
Noel has faced limitations in training camp due to a finger injury and hamstring tightness, but he is among those considered to replace Higgins. Meanwhile, Tank Dell is on the mend from a knee injury that kept him out for the entire 2025 season, adding complexity to the receiver lineup. Xavier Hutchinson is also vying for targets behind Nico Collins.
Once Noel recovers from his injuries, he could secure an important spot in the Texans' offense as the season unfolds. However, details regarding his recovery and the impact on his playing time remain unclear.
Source: cbssports.com.
