15-TD WR named perfect CeeDee Lamb compliment for Cowboys on Day 2 of 2025 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys have a wide receiver problem. They already have CeeDee Lamb, one of the best offensive dominators in the league, but the depth behind him is lacking. Brandin Cooks has elected to return to the New Orleans Saints, while Jalen Tolbert and Jalen Brooks have not improved as quickly and exponentially as hoped.

So Pro Football Focus' Mason Cameron has the franchise drafting Iowa State's Jayden Higgins on Day 2 of the upcoming draft:

"As the search for more playmakers stretches into Day 2, the Cowboys have the chance to add a big-bodied X receiver who would perfectly complement CeeDee Lamb. Higgins uses his size (6'4", 214 lbs.) to win contested battles downfield at a high clip."

Having begun his college career at FCS Eastern Kentucky, he moved to Ames in 2023 and exploded for 1,183 yards in 2024. Fifteen of his 28 career touchdowns came as a Cyclone.

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Cowboys target Jayden Higgins also linked to two AFC teams

But as it turns out, Arlington is not the only place where Jayden Higgins may thrive. Over in Pittsburgh, George Pickens has been the subject of rumors and concerns regarding his long-term future as a Steeler entering his contract year. His situation has not been helped by the trade for DK Metcalf, who signed a monstrous five-year extension after the transaction was consummated.

Hence, drafting Higgins. Underdog Fantasy's James Palmer recently said on a Bleacher Report livestream that the organization "would love to have him" (from 04:56 in the video below):

"There's a lot of people who believe George Pickens' time is limited. It's why they did the DK deal. It's why they paid DK what they did. You don't pay both of them that. Do they look for a high-volume No. 2 guy like a Jayden Higgins? Man, would they love to have him. I know they would love to have him."

There is also the New England Patriots, who may want an upgrade at WR2 beside Stefon Diggs. Pro Football Network's Jacob Infante writes:

"As the Patriots look to continue their rebuild and build around Drake Maye, another wide receiver could be a smart investment with an early-round pick this year. Higgins is a coordinated, big-bodied receiver with impressive ball skills who rarely drops passes."

The 2025 draft will be held at Lambeau Field between April 24 and 26. Most media coverage will be on ESPN.