Texans WR Jayden Higgins leaves joint practice with leg issue; Stroud says 'he'll be fine'
Higgins went down during Houston's joint session with the Raiders and was evaluated by team medical staff; DeMeco Ryans said there was no update
Houston Texans receiver Jayden Higgins went down during Tuesday's joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders, drawing immediate attention on the sideline.
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Beat reporters Aaron Wilson and Jonathan Alexander, who were on the scene, detailed the moment: Higgins was on the ground in apparent pain with his helmet off, then got up under his own power and walked inside to be checked by team medical personnel. Alexander noted he did not need a cart.
Head coach DeMeco Ryans later said there was "no update" on Higgins' status. Quarterback C.J. Stroud, asked about the injury, offered a measured assessment: "I think he'll be fine."
Higgins has been a bright spot in Houston's young receiving corps, and any time lost would test the Texans' depth at the position. The team is evaluating the issue and has not disclosed a timeline.