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"Steal of the draft"? Steve Smith says Jayden Higgins is "no sleeper"

Apr 25, 2025 at 07:09 PM
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James Palmer says people around the league said, "Please don't do a breakdown of Jayden Higgins."

But how long can you hide a player that stands 6'4", runs a 4.47 40-time, and has a 39" vertical?

Steve Smith and Palmer are both in love with Higgins, so the guys compare Higgins to other 2025 receivers and break down the Iowa State star's highlights.

The Texans selected Higgins with the 34th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Check out all the comps and highlights of the latest name headed to H-Town.

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