87-Catch, 1,000-yard Electric WR Sign With Detroit to Bolster Amon-Ra St. Brown and Offense in Proposed Trade

While many believe the Lions may prioritize pass rushers early in the draft, Cameron argues that the team should instead consider bolstering its receiver corps—particularly by filling the “X” receiver role, a position not easily addressed later in the draft. “While pass rusher is the consensus target for Detroit, it’s a deep class at the position, making it easier to wait,” Cameron explained. “True X-receivers, however, are harder to find later. Higgins, the class’s highest-graded outside receiver (89.6), offers size, range, and contested-catch ability—the perfect complement to Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams.”

Higgins certainly made a name for himself in 2024. He posted a career-best 87 receptions for 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns for the Cyclones, marking his first season eclipsing the 1,000-yard milestone. His production reflects a steady rise from his early college days. Originally playing at Eastern Kentucky in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS), Higgins impressed scouts by tallying 10 touchdowns during his 2022 campaign before transferring to Iowa State and thriving at the FBS level.

What makes Higgins even more appealing to the Lions is his physical presence. Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 215 pounds, he brings a size element currently lacking in Detroit’s wide receiver room. St. Brown and Williams offer speed and agility, but Higgins would provide a physically imposing, red-zone-ready target for quarterback Jared Goff. His size and ability to win contested catches could make him a matchup nightmare for opposing defenses, particularly when paired with the technical route-running of St. Brown and the deep-threat speed of Williams.

As the draft approaches, the buzz surrounding Jayden Higgins continues to grow. With his production, physical tools, and fit within Detroit’s offense, he may be just what the Lions need to take their passing game to an even higher level in 2025.