Texans Make History With Higgins' Guaranteed Contract

Jayden Higgins, drafted 34th overall by the Houston Texans in 2025, has become the first second-round pick in NFL history to sign a fully guaranteed rookie contract, valued at $11.7 million over four years. Traditionally, only first-round picks receive fully guaranteed deals, underscoring the Texans' notable investment in Higgins as a key offensive asset. Higgins transferred from Eastern Kentucky to Iowa State, where he tallied 87 catches for 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns in his final season, earning second-team All-Big 12 honors. He is expected to compete for a significant role in a receiving group that includes Nico Collins, with Stefon Diggs departed and Tank Dell injured. This move comes after the Texans' strong 2024 season and postseason run, reflecting their commitment to building around quarterback CJ Stroud. Higgins' contract represents a historic shift in NFL rookie agreements.