Hes big. Higgins has spent the entirety of his six-year NFL career with the Cleveland Browns. All rights reserved. Last Sunday, the young family celebrated his first Fathers Day. While Beckham made the full-court press to force a trade, its clear that his head coach wants him to remain in Cleveland at least for the rest of the season. An All-SEC second team selection in 2022, Mingo adds to the Panthers receiving options. They add a veteran with experience as a starter, and also a player who will contribute across all their special teams units. [14][15] He was promoted to the active roster on September 16, 2017. Thanks to all those guys, Higgins said. Bruce Kluckhohn/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. His mother has been on disability since breaking her neck in 1999 and lives in a one-bedroom apartment with her oldest son, Robert. The Cleveland Browns drafted Higgins in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. His relationship with Beckham gifted him favorable insight into offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo. Robinson was a two-time All-ACC first team selection that played at Florida State and South Carolina in his career. The addition of the former Jaguars and Lions wide receiver continues a busy free agency period of stocking offensive pieces for the new quarterback. John Daigle (@notJDaigle) September 13, 2021. (AP Photo/David Richard), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins catches a 15-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) lines up for a play during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, in Cleveland. We liked him on tape. (AP Photo/David Richard), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs onto the field prior to an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Darius Phillips (23) attempts to block a pass to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Cincinnati. The top receivers in the NFL consistently lead in this category. (AP Photo/David Richard), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) catches a pass ahead of Minnesota Vikings free safety Harrison Smith (22) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. Read what national media sources wrote about the Panthers' full set of picks in the 2023 Draft. All rights reserved. Higgins (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Falcons, David Newton of ESPN.com reports. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs up the field during an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Cleveland. Ron Schwane/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Born: Hes from my hometown, hes on my home team, Rashard Higgins said. His range of possible 2022 outcomes spans as high as the No. And get this, they even have their own Instagram accounts. Stroud's Draft Stock, Browns Hopeful Jacob Phillips Returns To Roster In 2021. Kyusung Gong/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Robert and Erica help pay the rent, Rashard said. They addressed a number of key spots throughout the weekend, and head coach Frank Reich said he's excited to see guys compete for jobs under a new staff. All rights reserved. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) catches a pass under pressure form New York Giants running back Sandro Platzgummer (34) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel), Cleveland Browns celebrate wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82)'s touchdown during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) is tackled by Tennessee Titans inside linebacker Rashaan Evans (54) during the first half in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. According to his Instagram account, one of Higgins' hobbies is noodling. He is not very open regarding his Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. Morry Gash/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Rashard Higgins played with Cleveland from 2016-21, making 12 TD catches. The Panthers agreed to terms with former Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins. The 27-year-old Higgins caught just 24 passes for 275 yards and one touchdown last year, but he's had some productive years in Cleveland. According to a Higgins (illness) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. Foreman, 25, stepped in for an injured Derrick Henry last season and kept the Titans going to the playoffs. Higgins (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Buccaneers. Wade Payne/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. It's mostly done across the southern states, including Higgins' native Texas. The Browns are spending a ton of money for Beckham and his good friend Jarvis Landry, but theyve been unable to be a significant part of the offense. [22], The Browns re-signed Higgins on May 8, 2020. His father, Robert Higgins Jr., died 2 1 / 2 years ago of kidney failure after spending 16 years on dialysis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins reacts before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, in Cleveland. And a new quarterback, either sophomore Nick Stevens or redshirt freshman Coleman Key. Higgins hasn't taken a snap since Week 6 and will remain out of the mix while the Panthers keep four other receivers active ahead of him. He adds a physical complement to Christian McCaffrey, and a solid bit of depth for the offense. Along with his seven-month-old boy Sevin, Rashard is a father to two fur babiesAstro and Deuce. Just trying to put it on their mind and lets keep pounding.. Keith Srakocic/Copyright 2017 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. Rashard Higgins Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. (AP Photo/David Richard), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins reacts after a play during practice at the NFL football team's training facility Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, in Berea, Ohio. Shes in a low-income environment. All five Panthers linemen rushed toward the end zone for chest bumps and dap. All rights reserved. The Cleveland Browns did not make any moves at the trade deadline but there was plenty of drama to go around as allies of Odell Beckham Jr. pleaded for him to be dealt. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins celebrates a 24-yard touchdown during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Redskins, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs up the field during an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Cleveland. Higgins hasn't played since Week 6 against the Rams, so there isn't much surprise here. People make stories out of anything., Wood Never! I am sure all around within the sports media world, it is going to be the world is falling down, but we are going to handle it within the building and make the corrections we need to execute, Mayfield said on Sunday after losing to the Steelers. After taking wide receiver Jonathan Mingo and outside linebacker DJ Johnson Friday, they go into the third day of the draft with two more picks. Sevin tottered carefully, taking his first steps into his father's arms while his mother, Brianna, and Rashard's teammates Brandon Zylstra and Keith Kirkwood clapped and cheered him on. He filled an Odell Beckham Jr.-size hole in Cleveland in 2020, catching 37 passes for a career-high 599 yards and four touchdowns after Beckham tore his ACL in Week 7. We got a young team. On Jan. 25, 2014, just 35 days after Colorado State upset Washington State in the New Mexico Bowl, Higgins's father, Robert Higgins Jr., died. Gene J. Puskar/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. Higgins is branching off into his creative side, becoming a content creator. That is uncharacteristic. [13], On September 3, 2017, Higgins was waived by the Browns and was signed to the practice squad the next day. The AFC North is a logjam and the Browns still have a 33% chance to make the playoffs, per FiveThirtyEight. During a situational two-minute offense session on Day 3 of minicamp, Darnold targeted Higgins on back-to-back gotta-have-it plays. Hes taken singular focus on helping the Panthers end a four-season playoff drought. When that time comes, it comes, but for right now Im locked in and Im ready to go, Higgins said. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) plays against Tennessee Titans inside linebacker Rashaan Evans (54) during the first half in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. He played as a wide receiver for the Mesquite football team. He just comes in here and works every day. All rights reserved. All rights reserved. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. All rights reserved. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Rashard Higgins had receptions last season and 137 receptions over his career. The Ravens won 47-42. Last Sunday, the young family celebrated his first Fathers Day. Every pair, no matter what color it is, every bottom of my shoe is red. David Richard/Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. Higgins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 5 clash against the 49ers, Steve Reed of The Associated Press reports. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Sunday, April 30, 2:31PM. (College Stats), Weighted Career AV (100-95-): 13 (7238th overall since 1960). (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs a route during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward (35) during the NFL divisional round football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. We were just together this weekend. Ive always got to think school first, but if its my time, its my time, man, Higgins said. The Associated Press. October 7,1994 The 26-year-old Woods started every game for the Vikings last season, and gives them an experienced option to pair with Jeremy Chinn in the middle of the secondary. All rights reserved. "He's kind of been trying to take his steps, but never really completely just trying to walk," Brianna said. Hes taken a bit earlier in pay-to-play fantasy formats such as the National Fantasy Championship, where he has an ADP of 282.32. He started playing football in third grade. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs a route during an NFL football game, Sunday, December 12, 2021 in Cleveland. As a senior, he had 69 receptions for 1,136 yards 10 touchdowns. Ron Schwane/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. [8][9], The Cleveland Browns drafted Higgins in the fifth round with the 172nd overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. Higgins said hes gotten comfortable catching passes from both quarterbacks through spring drills and summer workouts, and Bobo has made it clear the Rams will do whatever they can to get the ball into the hands of their most explosive player. [4] He posted a personal-best time of 53.48 seconds in the 400-meter dash at the 2012 Rockin R Relays, where he finished fifth. Bruce Kluckhohn/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs up the field during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Cleveland. Grading all five selections of Carolina Panthers Bryce Young-led 2023 NFL Draft class, 7 things you dont know about Carolina Panthers rookie QB and No. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Every game that I get in (the end zone), Im trying to roll it out, Higgins said of his signature celebration. Its why, Higgins said, hell take a good look at turning pro early, skipping his senior year to make himself eligible for the 2016 NFL draft. Hes a versatile wideout. All rights reserved, Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. He talks to her every day. Higgins was anticipated to serve as Carolina's third or fourth wideout against his former team, but with both him and Terrace Marshall curiously being stuck on the sidelines all game, Shi Smith took on that complementary role. Reed Hoffmann/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. The Browns will face Joe Burrow and the Bengals on Sunday in another crucial AFC North clash. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Rashard Higgins agreed to a one-year, $1.1 million deal with the Carolina Panthers back in March. All rights reserved. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. The duo misconnected on third-and-long but converted a fourth-and-long on a deep-out route on the next rep. (Higgins) has seen a lot of football and been in a lot of receiver rooms, Darnold said after a minicamp practice. Subscribe for ya boy. The Chargers won 47-42. Rashard said seeing Sevin smile every time the two lock eyes is the "best part" of his day. Shes been there her whole life, and just to be able to move her out to a better neighborhood, get her things that she (always) wanted. The veteran receiver will work to be active Week 12 against the Broncos. Busy pre-free agency period now includes a starting-caliber tight end, as they continue to look for targets in the passing game. They addressed a number of key spots throughout the weekend, and head coach Frank Reich said he's excited to see guys compete for jobs under a new staff. 2 option behind Moore. Read what Scott Fitterer and Frank Reich said after Friday's second round. Find out more. Read what Scott Fitterer, Frank Reich, and draft picks had to say during the final day of the NFL Draft. We have to chip away one week at a time, and we will do just that.. Michael Yanow/2021 National Football League. Jarvis is my mentor. All rights reserved. That season, Higgins caught 37 of 38 catchable targets, according to Pro Football Focus. Higgins turns 28 in October. He finished 23rd in yards per route run, which measures how far downfield receivers travel per pattern. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) lines up for a play during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, in Cleveland. A post shared by Rashard hollywood Higgins (@yeahthatswood). Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. All rights reserved. He immediately established himself as a veteran leader during the Panthers nine-week OTA program, where veterans and rookies were both learning a new scheme. His wife, Denae, and their nine-month-old son, Sevin, are making Charlotte home. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. The Panthers have also agreed to terms on deals for three other free agents: Guard Austin Corbett, safety Xavier Woods, and running back D'Onta Foreman. He led the team in receiving yards during a must-win Week 17 game against Pittsburgh and in the teams divisional-round loss to Kansas City. He is still listed on the team roster and participated throughout OTAs and minicamp. The Dallas native averaged 17 points per game in basketball and put up solid numbers as a runner and long jumper for the track and field squad. Higgins had just wrapped up his first joint practice with the Patriots, but in that moment, the pro football player dressed in a jersey and full pads went into full dad mode. Sometimes, Matthews said, Higgins will squeeze in three workouts in a day. All rights reserved. Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins spoke on the sentiment of the team's receivers turning on quarterback Baker Mayfield. Oh, what a blessing it will be, his mother said. Higgins (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against Atlanta, David Newton of ESPN.com reports. WebRashard Higgins is 28 years old. Browns veteran receiver Rashard Higgins was one of the Cleveland players who liked the post but later responded to a question about the receivers turning on Mayfield. The Chargers won 47-42. All Rights Reserved. David Richard/Copyright 2018 The Associated Press. Odell Beckham Jr. was cut during the year and the team is in the process of trading Mayfield, possibly to Carolina. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Landry had a particularly brutal performance last time out, fumbling away the ball deep in Steelers territory on Sunday and dropping a few key catches. Higgins said its surreal hell face his brother twice this season. Emilee Chinn/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Higgins, a 6-foot-2, 190-pound junior, caught 96 passes last season and led the nation in receiving yards (1,750) and touchdown catches (17). His lone score of the campaign came against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium, where he totaled 29 yards on three grabs in a 47-42 slobber knocker. If Anderson suffers any fallbacks, then all of a sudden Carolina will need a No. Following an underwhelming 2021 season, Cleveland moved on from Higgins and long-time Browns receiver Jarvis Landry. Brianna told Rashard that Tuesday after practice up in New England could potentially be the perfect time for Sevin to put one foot in front of the other and her instinct proved correct. We just missed some opportunities is probably the easiest way of putting it. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. (AP Photo/David Richard), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) catches a pass ahead of Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson, left, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. All rights reserved. WR Rashard Higgins. Higgins is not a special teams contributor. Rashard Higgins couldn't wipe the grin from his face. 4 wideout role against San Francisco. With the additions of some new assistants, Frank Reich's first staff has more than 200 years of NFL coaching experience. #MondayMedia #PressConference, Baker Mayfield Postgame Press Conference vs. Steelers, Baker Mayfield addressed the media following the Browns 15-10 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on October 31, 2021.#PostgameHome #PressConference. [23] In Week 7 of the 2020 season, he had his first 100-yard game with six receptions for 110 receiving yards in a 37-34 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. Higgins was a two-star recruit by Rivals.com. Higgins is on a one-year, $2.3 million deal, while Beckham is making nearly $16 million for his services this season. (AP Photo/David Richard), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs onto the field prior to an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. College Colorado State Rams. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins celebrates his touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins runs a pass pattern against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs up the field during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. When Rashard returns home, his mom trades places with Robert, allowing the two brothers to share the bedroom while she sleeps on the couch. But he took advantage of DJ Moore and Robbie Andersons (for different reasons) limited minicamp roles. Hes done the same thing after 7-on-7 practices this summer, sticking around after to catch more passes from Stevens and Key in hopes of developing the kind of chemistry that he had with Garrett Grayson, a third-round NFL draft pick who rewrote CSUs single-season and career passing records. Higgins caught 113 passes for 1,615 yards and 11 touchdowns during his career with the Browns. inDallas,TX, College: So, in helping you get to know the new guys a little bit better, well give you four interesting facts about each free-agent signing the Panthers have made. Johnson has played a number of positions in college career, but was prolific rushing the passer in 2022. I may paint the bottom of my shoes red this season. Defenses are going to double- or even triple-team him at times, and devise coverage schemes to deny him the ball. Rashard Malick Higgins (born October 7, 1994), nicknamed "Hollywood",[1][2] is an American football wide receiver who is a free agent. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins celebrates his touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins runs a pass pattern against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs up the field during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. Having such peace at home prepares him for whatever comes next. Ron Schwane/Copyright 2019 The Associated Press.

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