The Houston Texans are seeking assistance from their rivals, the Dallas Cowboys, after wide receiver Jayden Higgins suffered a season-ending torn ACL injury. The specifics of how the Texans will adjust to this loss are not yet clear, but Higgins, a second-round pick in the 2025 draft, is eager to return to the field.
Dallas Cowboys team doctor Dan Cooper has been selected to perform the surgery on Higgins, according to reports. Cooper previously operated on Texans linebacker E.J. Speed, who also faced a significant injury earlier this offseason. Speed is expected to miss most, if not all, of the upcoming regular season due to his injury.
The loss of Higgins is viewed as a significant setback for the Texans' offense, particularly affecting quarterback CJ Stroud. Sportswriter John McClain noted that Higgins was considered the most improved player on the team. The Texans may need to explore options within their current roster or look for potential trades or free agents to fill the gap left by Higgins.
There are suggestions that the Texans could consider former Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks, who has experience in the Texans' offense. While the team is likely to prioritize internal solutions initially, Cooks is seen as a viable option should they decide to pursue outside help.
