The Houston Texans are reaching out to their rivals, the Dallas Cowboys, after wide receiver Jayden Higgins suffered a season-ending torn ACL. The Texans have not detailed their specific plans to address Higgins' absence, but they are committed to supporting his recovery as quickly and safely as possible.
Dallas Cowboys team doctor Dan Cooper will perform the surgery on Higgins, as reported by KPRC 2’s Aaron Wilson. Cooper previously operated on Texans linebacker E.J. Speed, who is expected to miss most of the upcoming regular season due to a partially torn quadriceps.
The loss of Higgins is being described as a significant setback for the Texans' offense, particularly for quarterback CJ Stroud. Sportswriter John McClain noted that Higgins had shown considerable improvement, making his injury a major concern for the team. While the Texans may consider free agency or trades, the immediate focus appears to be on their current roster.
ESPN 97.5’s Jeremy Branham commented on the limited options available in free agency, suggesting that the Texans might look internally for replacements. The team has younger receivers like Jared Wayne and Xavier Hutchinson, but their readiness to step up remains uncertain.
There is speculation that the Texans could pursue a reunion with former player Brandin Cooks, who has experience in their offensive system. While Cooks is not the most popular option, he could provide a viable solution as the Texans navigate Higgins' absence.
