Fantasy Player Profile
vs. CIN: #10 vs opposing WR - 31.91 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | TEN, | - | - | 46 | - | - | 6.60 |
| 2 | @NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | LA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @SF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @NE, | - | - | 2 | - | - | 1.20 |
| 9 | @DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | BUF, | - | - | 7 | 1 | - | 7.70 |
| 11 | PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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- 7
- 81.20
- 90.00
- 107.70
- 11
- 120.00
- 130.00
- 14
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7 Bye
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No receptions in Week 13
Higgins did not catch any of his three targets in Sunday's 20-13 loss to Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Higgins tied his season high in targets, but the wideout has not caught a ball the last three weeks and has fallen behind running back Kareem Hunt as an option in the passing game. In the four games since Hunt joined the lineup, he's caught 20 of 25 targets compared to one of five for Higgins.
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 5:20am by Rotowire.com
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Makes no impact in win
Higgins failed to catch his only target in Sunday's 41-24 win over Miami.
Analysis: Higgins' lone target was in the red zone, one that quarterback Baker Mayfield lamented about following the game. "We had one (pass) to Rashard Higgins. If I give him a better ball... he gets a touchdown," the quarterback told Terry Pluto of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. The second-year wideout, who was a distant third in the pecking order behind Jarvis Landry (13 targets) and Odell Beckham (eight targets), has just five targets over the last five games.
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 4:17am by Rotowire.com
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No targets in win
Higgins wasn't targeted in Thursday's 21-7 win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Higgins was moved up to third on the depth chart after the Browns released Antonio Callaway shortly before the contest, but the 25-year-old's impact in Week 11 was minimal. Instead, No. 4 wideout KhaDarel Hodge popped up on the radar with a 41-yard catch and also drew a pass interference penalty in the end zone. Beyond starters Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry, the Browns are getting little out of their wideout group this season.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 4:15am by Rotowire.com
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Clear No. 3 wideout
Higgins is expected to serve as the Browns' No. 3 receiver for the foreseeable future after the team waived Antonio Callaway on Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: Callaway's dismissal comes after he was a healthy inactive for the Week 10 win over the Bills, a decision that stemmed from the wideout's late arrival to the stadium on game day. The benching was just the latest in a string of missteps for Callaway, whose absence against Buffalo allowed Higgins play his most snaps of the season (33). Higgins only drew one target versus the Bills, but he made it count, hauling in the pass for a game-winning seven-yard touchdown on the Browns' final drive. With…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in game-winner
Higgins caught his lone target for a seven-yard touchdown in Sunday's 19-16 win over Buffalo.
Analysis: Higgins and quarterback Baker Mayfield hooked up for a touchdown for the first time since Week 16 of last season, and it could not have come at a better time, as Cleveland was down by four points on its final possession. The Browns' use -- or lack of use -- of Higgins has come under scrutiny since he returned from a knee injury. Signs pointed up for the receiver when the Browns announced Antonio Callaway was made inactive Sunday, which one source said was possibly disciplinary due to the…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 4:44am by Rotowire.com
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Status quo in Week 9
Higgins was targeted once and played 15 snaps in Sunday's 24-19 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: Higgins had been angling for more playing time this week, but head coach Freddie Kitchens appears to be happy with Antonio Callaway as the No. 3 wide receiver behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry. After returning from a Week 1 knee injury, Higgins has played a total of 29 snaps in three games, including a DNP in Week 6.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 3:52am by Rotowire.com
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May play more this week
Higgins said he's getting the sense from practice that he'll get more playing time Week 9 at Denver, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: Higgins remains a bit of mystery entering this week's contest. He missed four games with a sprained MCL before being activated for Week 6 against Seattle but did not play. After a bye week, he played just 14 snaps against the Patriots, and head coach Freddie Kitchens suggested the receiver was not completely healthy. Higgins says he's healthy and ready to go against Denver, which will be a homecoming for the product of Colorado State. It might also be a good week for Higgins if either Odell…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 4:56am by Rotowire.com
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Behind Callaway on depth chart
Higgins played just 14 snaps in Sunday's 27-13 loss to the Patriots, catching one of two targets for two yards while getting flagged for an offensive pass interference penalty.
Analysis: Higgins played his first game since suffering a knee injury during Week 1. He returned and dressed for Week 6 but did not play in a loss to the Seahawks. Despite an additional two weeks of healing, his workload was still limited while Antonio Callaway handled the No. 3 receiver role once again. "We feel like he is doing better right now. Hig has been back two weeks. Contrary to popular belief, Higgins was not ready to play three weeks ago," head coach Freddie Kitchens told Scott Patsko of the…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Coach explains DNP
Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens responded to inquiries as to why Higgins did not play during during Sunday's loss to Seattle, saying the situation to use him didn't arise, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: Higgins returned to the active roster for the first time in four weeks, so that may have factored into Kitchen's decision matrix, but it seems odd that a trusted receiver could not get on the field. Higgins developed notable chemistry with quarterback Baker Mayfield in 2018 and has a reputation for knowing where he's supposed to be within the offense. Instead, there was a lot more use of a tight end, like Ricky Seals-Jones, than a fourth receiver on passing downs. "Last week was [Higgins']…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 15 at 3:20am by Rotowire.com
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Active, doesn't play
Higgins was active but did not get into Sunday's 32-28 loss to the Seahawks in Week 6.
Analysis: Higgins missed the last four games due to a knee injury before suiting up Sunday. The wide receiver was iffy all week, but it was presumed he would play if he were active. Antonio Callaway operated as the Browns' third wide receiver in the loss. With the Browns on a bye Week 7, Higgins will get another two weeks to make sure the knee is ready in time for Week 8's road tilt against New England.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 7:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns from four-game absence
Higgins (knee) is active Week 6 against Seattle.
Analysis: Higgins logged 32 offensive snaps in the season opener, but a knee injury has sidelined him for the last four games. It's unclear exactly what fantasy owners can expect from Higgins, as he'll presumably still be behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry in the target pecking order, with Antonio Callaway on hand as well. His return also means fellow wideout Damion Ratley will land on the inactive list as a healthy scratch.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy, but not a lock to play
Though Higgins (knee) doesn't carry a Week 6 injury designation, coach Freddie Kitchens didn't commit to the wideout being active Sunday against the Seahawks, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Higgins is healthy enough to play, but he's no lock to resume his role as the team's No. 3 receiver behind Jarvis Landry and Odell Beckham Jr., now that Antonio Callaway has returned to the mix. Higgins last saw game action Week 1, when he caught two of his three targets for 46 yards while seeing action on offensive 31 snaps.
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Increases workload
Higgins (knee) increased his workload Thursday, Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site reports.
Analysis: Higgins has missed the last four games, but has been a full participant Wednesday and Thursday and is trending toward being available Sunday against the Seahawks. "Higgins looked better," head coach Freddie Kitchens said. "We will see where we are at the end of the week. With some of these things, you just have to see how they are the next day and see how they respond to what they did today from a physical standpoint." The Browns have been shorthanded at wideout beyond starters Odell Beckham…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 5:10am by Rotowire.com
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Full participant in practice
Higgins (knee) practiced in full Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: Higgins was inactive for Monday's blowout loss to the 49ers while he continued to shake off a persistent knee issue, but he appears to have made some progress in the past couple days. The fourth-year pro is on track for the Week 6 tilt with the Seahawks, barring any setbacks. He's battling with Antonio Callaway for the Browns' No. 3 receiver job.
Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Bothered by knee soreness
Coach Freddie Kitchens relayed Wednesday that Higgins (knee) felt a little sore at the end of last week, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: Given his full participation in Saturday's practice, there was some thought Higgins may have essentially been a healthy scratch for Monday's 31-3 loss to the 49ers. It now sounds like he was held out for medical reasons for a fourth straight game, but that doesn't mean he'll work ahead of Antonio Callaway if he makes it back for Week 6 against Seattle. Callaway had a false start penalty and had a drop-turned-interception in the loss, but coach Freddie Kitchens said he wants to give the…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch Monday
Higgins (knee) is inactive for Monday's contest at San Francisco.
Analysis: As expected, Higgins will remain sidelined for a fourth game in a row due to a knee injury. On a positive note, he practiced in full Saturday, so he's closing in on a return to action. Beyond Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry, the Browns will turn to the recently reinstated Antonio Callaway and Damion Ratley to round out their receiving corps.
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play Monday
Higgins (knee) isn't expected to be active for Monday's game against the 49ers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old is listed as questionable and was a full practice participant Saturday, so this news comes as somewhat of a surprise. Higgins hasn't seen game action since suffering the knee injury Week 1, when he caught two of three targets for 46 yards. Antonio Callaway is returning from his four-game suspension and should work as the Browns' No. 3 wide receiver, assuming Higgins is inactive.
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable
Higgins (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the 49ers, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: Higgins participated in practice fully Saturday, which would seem to suggest he'll be able to suit up Monday. Of course, fantasy owners will want to monitor his status leading up to the contest, particularly with the possibility of Antonio Callaway sliding into the starting lineup after serving his four-game suspension to begin the 2019 campaign.
Published: Sat, Oct 5 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice again
Higgins (knee) was a limited participant in Friday's practice, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: Since Higgins has been sidelined for the past three games with the knee injury, he may need to put in a full practice Friday in order to gain clearance to play Monday versus the 49ers. If he suits up this week, Higgins would have to fend off Antonio Callaway, Damion Ratley and Taywan Taylor for a regular spot in three-receiver sets alongside Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry.
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Higgins (knee) returned to practice Thursday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: As did Antonio Callaway, who's coming off a four-game suspension. The duo's return to the field Thursday corresponded with Jarvis Landry (concussion) sitting out practice. If Landry isn't cleared for Monday night's game against the 49ers, Higgins (if available) and/or Callaway could see added work in Week 5. If Landry does play, however, then either Higgins -- who was officially limited Thursday -- or Callaway would serve as the team's No. 3 receiver against San Francisco.
Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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Runs Tuesday
Higgins (knee) took part in running drills Tuesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. "We ran some, but it was straight-ahead running,'' coach Freddie Kitchens said, when asked about Higgins' activity. "He looks like he's getting close to me, but I'm not the trainer."
Analysis: Higgins has missed the last three games with the knee injury but looks to have made some progress. Until Higgins starts making cuts and changing direction while running, however, the Browns may be reluctant to clear him for game action. Due to a Monday night matchup with the 49ers, the Browns won't hold their first official practice of Week 5 until Thursday.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 3:42am by Rotowire.com
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Sits third consecutive week
Higgins (knee) is inactive Week 4 against Baltimore.
Analysis: Higgins only saw the practice field Wednesday on a limited basis before getting held out the following two days, so it's not too surprising to see him off the active roster Sunday. While Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry remain the top pass-catching options, look for Damion Ratley to once again serve as the third wideout, as has been the case with Higgins out the last two weeks.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Higgins (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Baltimore, Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site reports.
Analysis: Higgins only managed one limited practice during prep for Week 4, so it remains to be seen if he'll miss a third consecutive contest. Such a decision will be made approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Friday
Higgins (knee) did not take part in Friday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Higgins was able to get in a limited practice Wednesday, but he has not gotten on the field since, which does not bode well for his chances of suiting up for the first time since Week 1.
Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Thursday
Higgins (knee) worked off to the side during Thursday's practice, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: Higgins, who has missed the Browns' last two games, had been working on a limited basis, but at this stage it's unclear if his change in participation Thursday is the result of a setback, or a case of the team simply managing his practice reps.
Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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Called day-to-day
Coach Freddie Kitchens called Higgins (knee) day-to-day Wednesday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: Higgins was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Rams, according to Ulrich. If he's able to get healthy in time to suit up Week 4 versus the Ravens, Higgins will serve as the No. 3 wideout behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry.
Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Higgins (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: With Higgins out of the lineup Sunday night, additional Week 3 opportunities behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry will be available for Damion Ratley.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable
Higgins (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: Higgins has been able to practice in a limited fashion this week, so he has a chance to play this weekend after missing Monday's game against the Jets. If he's limited or out this Sunday, however, added opportunities behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry would be available for Damion Ratley.
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Higgins (knee) remained limited at Wednesday's practice, Pat McManamon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Higgins was a limited participant throughout last week, ultimately missing Monday's 23-3 win over the Jets. A return to full participation Thursday or Friday would set him up to reclaim the No. 3 receiver role Sunday against the Rams.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out Monday
Higgins (knee) is inactive for Monday's road contest at the Jets.
Analysis: Higgins came out of the season opener with an ankle injury, and while he was listed as limited on every Week 2 injury report, the Browns will exercise caution with the fourth-year wide receiver. With Higgins out of the lineup, Damion Ratley is the best bet to serve as the third WR behind starters Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry. Higgins' next chance to suit up will come Sunday night versus the Rams.
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable
Higgins (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup with the Jets, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Higgins remained limited at Saturday's practice, so it seems he is trending toward a game-time decision. It should be noted he indicated earlier in the week that he'd be fine for the game, so the Browns could just be exercising caution. Damion Ratley would be next up for the team's No. 3 receiver role should Higgins ultimately be unable to go.
Published: Sat, Sep 14 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Logs another limited practice
Coach Freddie Kitchens relayed that Higgins (knee) was able to do "a little bit more" through the course of Friday's practice than he did during Thursday's session,Scott Patsko of Cleveland.com reports.
Analysis: Higgins was officially listed as limited both days, and there's a decent chance he'll be listed as questionable for Monday night's contest against the Jets, despite having indicated earlier in the week that he'd be fine for the game. If Higgins is limited at all, or unable to play, Damion Ratley would be next up for wideout snaps behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry
Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Starts week listed as limited
Higgins (ankle) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Higgins reportedly didn't do much during the media-access portion of practice, but he did say earlier this week that he'll "most definitely" play in Monday's game against the Jets. If he doesn't progress the way he expects, Damion Ratley will be next in line for snaps behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry.
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Suits up for practice Thursday
Higgins (ankle) suited up for practice Thursday, but "didn't do much" during the media-access portion of the session, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: That said, Higgins noted Tuesday that he will "most definitely" play Monday night against the Jets. We'll circle back later Thursday to see how the team classifies Higgins' participation Thursday, but it seems as though the Browns will likely have their No. 3 receiver available for Week 2 action.
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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Expects to play Monday night
Higgins (ankle) said after Tuesday's practice that he expects to play in the Browns' Week 2 game versus the Jets, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Higgins only played 32 of the Browns' 73 offensive snaps (43.8 percent) in the Week 1 loss to the Titans, with the ankle injury he suffered early in the contest restricted his reps in the second half. Though Higgins was on the field and in uniform for Tuesday's session, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal relayed that the wideout still looked "very limited." Higgins' own comments seemed to paint a more optimistic picture about his health, but he'll need to demonstrate more progress when the…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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Spotted on field Tuesday
Higgins (ankle) was taking part in Tuesday's informal practice but looked to be "very limited" in the portion open to the media, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: In part due to the ankle issue, Higgins played only 44 percent of the Browns' offensive snaps in the Week 1 loss to the Titans, hauling in two of his three targets for 46 yards. The wideout's restricted work two days after suffering the injury isn't major cause for concern, but he'll probably need to put in a full practice before the end of the week in order for fantasy managers to feel truly comfortable about his availability for Monday's matchup with the Jets.
Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Ankle issue
Higgins is dealing with an ankle injury, ESPN's Tony Grossi reports.
Analysis: Coach Freddie Kitchens didn't have an update on the wideout's status Monday, but if Higgins is forced to miss any time, Damion Ratley would figure to work as the Browns' No. 3 wideout behind Odell Beckham Jr. and Jarvis Landry. Higgins hauled in two of three targets for 46 yards in Cleveland's 43-13 loss to Tennessee on Sunday.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes early impact
Higgins caught two of three targets for 46 yards in Sunday's 43-13 loss to the Titans in Week 1.
Analysis: Higgins opened the game in the starting lineup as part of the Browns' three-wideout set and had all of his activity on the first drive. That included a 35-yard hookup on a 2nd-and-23 to the Tennessee 4-yard line, setting up Dontrell Hilliard's touchdown.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven targets Friday
Higgins caught two of seven targets for 18 yards in Friday's 13-12 loss to Tampa Bay in preseason Week 3.
Analysis: The highly anticipated Browns offense worked without its top two wide receivers, and quarterback Baker Mayfield was off target with backups Higgins, Jaelen Strong and Derek Willies. Higgins had one end-zone drop, which to be fair, would have been a nice catch if he hung on. He's expected to open the season as the third wideout but needs to work on his timing with Mayfield.
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 3:39am by Rotowire.com
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Catches four passes vs. Colts
Higgins caught all four of his passes for 34 yards during Saturday's 21-18 preseason win over the Colts.
Analysis: Higgins didn't quite match his explosive performance from a week ago, but he still led the team in catches and finished second in receiving yardage. He is expected to begin the season as the team's No. 3 wideout with Antonio Callaway suspended, so his integration into the offense is a pleasant development for the organization. Higgins should get his share of looks alongside the first and second units Friday against the Buccaneers.
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Added opportunities likely
Higgins could see added work out of the gate this season, with Antonio Callaway set to serve a four-game suspension, Scott Patsko of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: Higgins and Callaway had been competing for the team's No. 3 receiver role behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry, so there's now a path for Higgins to see added targets early on. He still profiles as a hit-or-miss fantasy option, but if either Beckham or Landry (who both command plenty of targets) miss time, there's some upside to be had in Cleveland's Baker Mayfield led passing attack. Additionally, fellow receivers Jaelen Strong, Derrick Willies and even Damon Sheehy-Guiseppi could see added…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 9 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Strikes first in preseason opener
Higgins caught five of six targets for 98 yards and a touchdown during Thursday's 30-10 win over Washington.
Analysis: Higgins did the bulk of his damage with Drew Stanton at quarterback, but made his biggest play to cap of Cleveland's opening drive -- a 24-yard strike up the seam from Baker Mayfield for the Browns' first score. Cleveland sat its top targets Thursday, but this kind of exposure early on in the preseason can pay dividends on a team that figures to rely heavily on the pass in 2019.
Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Staying with Browns
Higgins re-signed with the Browns, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Higgins had an opportunity to field offer sheets from other teams, but it seems the original-round restricted free agent tender was enough to limit interest in the 2016 fifth-round selection. He now figures to battle Antonio Callaway for the team's No. 3 receiver job, with both players coming off a strong finish to 2018. It'll be tough to find consistent target volume in an offense led by Odell Beckham, Jarvis Landry, David Njoku, Nick Chubb and Duke Johnson, but the impressive collection of…read more
Published: Mon, Apr 1 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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Facing stout competition
Higgins is part of an upgraded Cleveland offense that added wide receiver Odell Beckham and tight end Demetrius Harris earlier this week, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: With Beckham and Jarvis Landry presumably playing the vast majority of snaps, Higgins likely will need to compete with Antonio Callaway for the No. 3 receiver job in a loaded offense. Higgins rode a strong finish to career-high marks across the board in 2018, notably holding huge advantages over Callaway for both catch rate (73.6 to 54.4) and yards per target (10.8 to 7.4). To be fair, Callaway was a 21-year-old rookie, and much like Higgins, he improved throughout the season. With both players…read more
Published: Fri, Mar 15 at 8:04am by Rotowire.com
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Receives tender from Cleveland
The Browns extended a tender to Higgins on Friday, Andrew Gribble of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: It's unclear which of the tenders (first-, second- or original-round) was given to Higgins, but the Browns will have the right to match any offer that he receives as a restricted free agent. He fared well working with Baker Mayfield for most of the 2018 season, when he gathered in 39 of his 53 targets for 572 yards and four touchdowns. Such production should help Higgins cultivate interest on the open market.
Published: Fri, Mar 8 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to stick with Cleveland
General manager John Dorsey indicated he will place a contract tender on Higgins before the receiver can hit free agency this offseason, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: While Dorsey didn't say which level of tender he will place upon Higgins, the point is that Higgins isn't going anywhere in 2019. The wideout should remain the team's fourth receiving option behind Jarvis Landry, Antonio Callaway and tight end David Njoku.
Published: Thu, Feb 28 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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Wants to stay with Browns
Higgins, an impending restricted free agent, said he wants to stay in Cleveland long term, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis: The 2016 fifth-round pick took a big step forward alongside Baker Mayfield this past season, notching career-high marks for catches (39), targets (53), yards (573) and touchdowns (four) as well as yards per reception (14.7) and yards per target (10.8). Higgins did his damage in just 13 games, with his workload peaking over the final two weeks of the season (86 snaps, 13 targets, 10 catches). It will be interesting to see how the Browns approach the wideout position this offseason, considering…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 3 at 8:24am by Rotowire.com
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Finishes campaign strong
Higgins caught four of six targets for 86 yards during Sunday's 26-24 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Higgins put together the best season of his young career in 2018, posting career bests in receptions, yards and touchdowns despite sitting out three games. He finished fifth on the team with 39 receptions and is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason. The Browns will want to place as many offensive weapons around Baker Mayfield as possible, so it will be interesting to see what the team does with Higgins in terms of tendering him.
Published: Wed, Jan 2 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores in division win
Higgins caught six of seven targets for 60 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 26-18 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Higgins extended Cleveland's lead to three scores late in the third quarter when he took a pass over the middle and stiff-armed his way to a 17-yard touchdown. The game marked a season high for catches for Higgins, who had topped 30 yards in a game just once in his previous six games. He has been relatively effective as a scoring target, with four touchdowns in his last eight games. The season concludes next Sunday against a top five Ravens pass defense.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 7:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees three targets
Higgins recorded two catches on three targets for 30 yards during Sunday's 17-16 win over the Broncos.
Analysis: Higgins surpassed his career high in catches in the second quarter when he came down with a pass from Baker Mayfield. The third-year wideout has a reception in every game he's played in this season and has turned into a reliable depth option for the Browns.
Published: Mon, Dec 17 at 6:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in win
Higgins caught two of three targets for 19 yards during Sunday's 26-20 win over the Panthers. He also lost a fumble.
Analysis: Higgins played exactly half of Cleveland's offensive snaps, though his involvement remained limited. His longest catch of the day went for a 15-yard gain when Baker Mayfield found him open in the second quarter. Higgins has three touchdowns over his last six games, though Saturday's game against the Broncos will prove a tough matchup for the third-year wideout.
Published: Mon, Dec 10 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores third TD of season
Higgins caught each of his four targets for 62 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 29-13 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: Higgins played 33 of 57 snaps (58 percent) on offense, essentially splitting the No. 3 receiver role with Breshad Perriman, who caught two of six targets for 26 yards across 26 snaps (46 percent). Neither player poses much of a threat to Jarvis Landry or Antonio Callaway heading into a favorable Week 14 matchup with the downtrodden Carolina defense.
Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 7:33am by Rotowire.com
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One catch in victory
Higgins caught one of three targets for 24 yards during Sunday's 35-20 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Higgins played just 20 offensive snaps Sunday, as Breshad Perriman seems to have jumped over him on the depth chart. The third-year wideout from Colorado State has been productive when he healthy, though he has just two catches over the past three weeks due to his decrease in playing time.
Published: Mon, Nov 26 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Reels in touchdown pass
Higgins caught a 28-yard touchdown pass with his lone target during Sunday's 28-16 win over Atlanta.
Analysis: Higgins put the Browns on the board in the closing minutes of the first quarter, running a deep post and skying for a 28-yard touchdown. Higgins has missed time with a knee injury this season but has scored twice in his last three outings. Sunday showed some improvement in Cleveland's offense under new coordinator Freddie Kitchens and, in an offense without much in the way of proven targets, Higgins figures to benefit. Following the bye, the Browns take on the Bengals' bottom-rated pass defense…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 13 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays 29 snaps against Chiefs
Higgins played 29 of 75 offensive snaps (39 percent) and caught three of four targets for 19 yards during Sunday's 37-21 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Higgins made his return after a three-game absence with an MCL sprain, though it appears the Browns were careful about overworking him during his first game back. Antonio Callaway acted as Cleveland's No. 2 receiver, though that could change if new head coach Gregg Williams and offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens favor the veteran over the rookie. In six games, Higgins has 19 receptions for 263 yards and a touchdown.
Published: Mon, Nov 5 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as active Sunday
Higgins (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Analysis: Higgins is out there if you need him in his return from a three-game absence, but he's a speculative fantasy play until he re-proves his health. In the coming weeks though, there's an opportunity for him claim a key role in the Cleveland offense behind top option Jarvis Landry, given Callaway's sporadic production to date.
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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On track to play
Higgins (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, but the Browns believe he'll be able to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: After missing three games with the MCL sprain, Higgins returned to practice Thursday in limited fashion and repeated that activity Friday. While the Browns would have ideally wanted Higgins to put in a full practice before returning to game action, the receiver apparently looked good during his time on the field this week when media was present, per Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram. Cleveland is also optimistic that Antonio Callaway (ankle) will be able to shake off his own injury…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 5:46am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 9
Higgins (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Analysis: Whereas fellow wideout Antonio Callaway (ankle) is trending in the wrong direction after not practicing Friday and earning a questionable designation for the Week 9 matchup, Higgins "looks good to go after missing three games," per Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram. If Callaway is out this weekend, Higgins -- if active -- would likely draw the start at receiver opposite Jarvis Landry, according to Petrak. In the five games he's played this season, Higgins has caught 16 of 22 targets…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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Practicing for second straight day
Higgins (knee) suited up for Friday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Higgins was unable to practice Wednesday, but it looks like he'll get some work in for the second day in a row, giving him a chance to return to action this weekend after sitting out the last three games. He could play a key role if he is able to play Sunday, as fellow wideout Antonio Callaway could be either limited or sidelined due to an ankle injury he picked up at Thursday's practice.
Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to limited practice Thursday
Higgins (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant Thursday.
Analysis: Higgins is thus trending in the right direction after missing Wednesday's session. While his progress is encouraging, he's still in the day-to-day category and not a lock to play Sunday against the Chiefs, per Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal. Added clarity on the Week 9 status of Higgins, as well that of Antonio Callaway (ankle) will arrive upon the release of Friday's final injury report.
Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Present for practice
Higgins (knee) was on the field Thursday for the start of the Browns' practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: The wideout has yet to practice in any capacity since sustaining an MCL sprain Oct. 7 against the Ravens, but it appears he'll take a significant step forward in his recovery process. The Browns will release their official practice report later Thursday, which should clarify whether Higgins' activity registered as full, limited or non-participation. However he ends up being listed, Higgins' presence on the field in any capacity will tentatively keep the door open for him to play Sunday against…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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