Ron Schwane/Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. I may paint the bottom of my shoes red this season. All rights reserved. Odell Beckham Jr. was cut during the year and the team is in the process of trading Mayfield, possibly to Carolina. The veteran receiver will work to be active Week 12 against the Broncos. He started playing football in third grade. Weve got to find ways to get him the ball., Its easy to be fooled by Higgins persona. Hes no lock to make the final 53-man roster following training camp. (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. Every pair, no matter what color it is, every bottom of my shoe is red. Powered by. #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. Carolina Panthers. Reed Hoffmann/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. College Colorado State Rams. WebLatest on Carolina Panthers wide receiver Rashard Higgins including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN David Richard/Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. He was just like, Man, honestly, you know how you love your mother? But he took advantage of DJ Moore and Robbie Andersons (for different reasons) limited minicamp roles. When Rashard returns home, his mom trades places with Robert, allowing the two brothers to share the bedroom while she sleeps on the couch. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. "I'm asking my wife to make that happen and asking Jesus to make that happen as well.". After touchdowns, Higgins adjusts his collar and smoothly walks down an imaginary red carpet while teammates take photos with their pretend cameras, unlocking his Hollywood Higgins persona. (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. If Anderson suffers any fallbacks, then all of a sudden Carolina will need a No. Higgins brought his family with him. Moore (along with about 12 other veterans) were held out of minicamp to rest while Anderson battled a nagging hip injury. And a new quarterback, either sophomore Nick Stevens or redshirt freshman Coleman Key. With the top two wide receivers out, Higgins emerged as a favorite target of quarterback Sam Darnold. Its all speculation but a closer look at Carolinas receiver room explains why Higgins joined the Panthers. Higgins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 5 clash against the 49ers, Steve Reed of The Associated Press reports. Higgins is branching off into his creative side, becoming a content creator. 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. "It's amazing, honestly," Rashard said. 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 was a two-star recruit by Rivals.com. All rights reserved. As a senior, he had 69 receptions for 1,136 yards 10 touchdowns. Defenses are going to double- or even triple-team him at times, and devise coverage schemes to deny him the ball. [27], On March 16, 2022, Higgins signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers.[28]. He credits Landry and Beckham with helping him grow as a playmaker and person. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. Thanks to all those guys, Higgins said. All rights reserved. Higgins has never been a big part of the passing attack since joining the Browns in 2018, but he's been less so in 2021. We have to chip away one week at a time, and we will do just that.. [8][9], The Cleveland Browns drafted Higgins in the fifth round with the 172nd overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. 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. All rights reserved. All rights reserved. [17] In the final game of the 2017 season, Higgins caught his first two career touchdown passes both from DeShone Kizer. Hes big. What is it? (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. 2 / 20. But if he makes the team then hell compete for reps as the No. It's mostly done across the southern states, including Higgins' native Texas. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) dives for a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017, in Cleveland. But he watched a lot of video and clearly was impressed. Rashard Higgins was born on October 7, 1994. Higgins has had his ups and downs but has been one Mayfields most reliable targets since his rookie season. (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. Football Outsiders ranked Higgins third in its DVOA metric, which measures a players efficiency per play ran. The group includes a number of local prospects, and helps fill in the depth chart after they chose six players in the 2023 NFL Draft. Im going to make the best of my opportunity. Rashard Higgins 2. (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. Higgins anticipated his time expiring in Cleveland, which slightly eased his transition to Charlotte, but putting on different threads for the first time in his career, taking a new route to practice each morning and learning a new city is still a surreal experience. 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. (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. On March 19, 2021, Higgins re-signed with the Browns on a one-year deal. Browns Rashard Higgins Speaks Up About Turning On Browns Receiver Speaks Up About Turning On Baker Mayfield, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. Im 27 and I still feel like Im at the peak of my game. Browns' Rashard Higgins: Logs four snaps The 27-year-old Higgins caught just 24 passes for 275 yards and one [5], As a true freshman at Colorado State University in 2013, Higgins started all 14 games. And were just looking to get over the hump. He'll work in practice this upcoming week to earn an opportunity to suit up Week 18 against the Saints. Next up is a new addition to the wide receivers roomRashard Hollywood Higgins. Rashard Malick Higgins (born October 7, 1994), nicknamed "Hollywood",[1][2] is an American football wide receiver who is a free agent. Rashard Higgins According to a I can go to him about whatever and just learn from him., A post shared by Rashard Higgins (@yeahthatswood). (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. Rashard Higgins couldn't wipe the grin from his face. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) dives for a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017, in Cleveland. [22], The Browns re-signed Higgins on May 8, 2020. All rights reserved, Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Sign up for the Panthers Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Subscribe to the Browns Nation newsletter here! Higgins said its surreal hell face his brother twice this season. It was his dream, Rashard Higgins said, to see his son The Browns have been decimated by injuries and the offense had a hard time getting on track in a 15-10 loss to the Steelers on Sunday. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Sunday, April 30, 2:31PM. Higgins (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Ravens. All rights reserved. Higgins is on a one-year, $2.3 million deal, while Beckham is making nearly $16 million for his services this season. Zavala reunites with former teammate Ikem Ekwonu along the Panthers offensive line. Your email address will not be published. (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. Kyusung Gong/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. WR Rashard Higgins. Theres no telling what kind of season Higgins will have in 2015. CHARLOTTE Carolina added depth to the receiving corps as the new league year kicked off on Wednesday afternoon, among a flurry of moves. He is not very open regarding his Words cant explain the way I feel; Ive got tears of joy. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. Rashard Higgins Rashard Higgins We have a good enough team. The Ravens won 47-42. Rashard Higgins played with Cleveland from 2016-21, making 12 TD catches. Higgins (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against Atlanta, David Newton of ESPN.com reports. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. Higgins signed with Carolina this offseason after spending the first six years of his NFL career in Cleveland where his charismatic character and signature touchdown celebration captivated Browns fans. Its why he was one of the last players off the field during spring drills, staying late to catch passes from quarterbacks, assistant coaches, student managers anyone willing to throw some extra balls his way. Every game that I get in (the end zone), Im trying to roll it out, Higgins said of his signature celebration. Keith Srakocic/Copyright 2017 The Associated Press. Stew Milne/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Hes smart, Panthers coach Matt Rhule said of Higgins. The Browns will face Joe Burrow and the Bengals on Sunday in another crucial AFC North clash. The Carolina Panthers used five draft picks on five prospects, including QB Bryce Young. The group includes a number of local prospects, and helps fill in the depth chart after they chose six players in the 2023 NFL Draft. All rights reserved. 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. Michael Yanow/2021 National Football League. 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. However, hes not embarking on his new journey alone. Having such peace at home prepares him for whatever comes next. In his sophomore year at Colorado State University, Higgins led the nation with a ridiculous 1,750 receiving yards along with 17 touchdowns. 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. Higgins could fill that void. 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. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Last Sunday, the young family celebrated his first Fathers Day. His range of possible 2022 outcomes spans as high as the No. Higgins caught both of his targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 31-21 win over Houston. Higgins hasn't seen his role change despite the trade of Robbie Anderson to the cardinals. 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. Despite the latter remaining out Sunday, Higgins is assured of not seeing any action for the second straight game. 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. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) is tackled by Tennessee Titans inside linebacker Rashaan Evans (54) during the first half in an NFL My heart is in Cleveland forever. Ron Schwane/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021 in Inglewood, Calif. Get in-depth, sideline coverage of Charlotte area sports - only $1 a month. His wife, Denae, and their nine-month-old son, Sevin, are making Charlotte home. 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. Get to know wide receiver Rashard Higgins - Carolina Panthers Rashard Higgins played 3 games last season and 85 games over his career. That is where I need to do a better job. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) makes a catch for a touchdown behinds Green Bay Packers cornerback Demetri Goodson (39) in the second half of an NFL preseason football game in Green Bay, Wis., Friday, Aug. 12, 2016. Ron Schwane/Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. To become another Dez Bryant, the player Higgins said hes tried to model himself after since high school.