Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins is a name to know for the Miami Dolphins. Higgins performed well at Senior Bowl practices and the 6’4 pass catcher is a natural “X” receiver on the outside who could be a huge problem in the slot for defenses.
“Although I do have a bigger body than most receivers, I’d say I’m still shifty and versatile,” Higgins told The Draft Network. “I’m 6’4, 215, but I can still play in the slot. I can play anywhere on the field. My versatility is exceptional. It helps me a lot.
“I could play wherever the team needs me to play. I just want to help the offense.”
Higgins had a superb 2024 season, one of the best in Iowa State history. He finished with 87 receptions, 1,183 yards, and nine touchdowns to earn Third Team All-American honors.
Position: WR
Projected round: Round 3
Height: 6’4
Weight: 215
Fit for Miami
Higgins uses his big-bodied frame and his basketball experience to get position, which makes him a formidable target anywhere on the field, especially in the red zone. The Miami-native could fit very well in a receiving room that would benefit from adding size.
The Dolphins have several free agents at the position and ambiguity on the future of star receiver Tyreek Hill, so adding another running-mate for Jaylen Waddle would be a wise move.
Even if Hill remains in Miami, Waddle and 2024 rookie Malik Washington are the only other viable receivers under contract for the Dolphins heading into the 2025 offseason. Miami can’t afford to dish out much money to a very top-heavy free agent class, headlined by names like Tee Higgins and Stefon Diggs.
The 2025 NFL draft that features several Day 2 or early Day 3 options that would be better investments at receiver, including Jayden Higgins.
Bottom Line
The Dolphins could use more red-zone receiving threats beyond tight end Jonnu Smith and the overall scoring ability of running back De’Von Achane. With or without Hill, adding Higgins would be worthwhile investment even if he needs a year of development with only timely usage as a rookie.
Higgins has all the tools and the intelligence to pick up the playbook and be a starter eventually. A potential trio of Higgins, Waddle, and Washington in the near future could work wonders for Miami. Thanks to his Senior Bowl reps, Higgins could creep into Day 2 territory come April.
