Elijah Higgins

Elijah Higgins, born on October 27, 2000, in Austin, Texas, is a professional NFL player currently playing as a tight end for the Arizona Cardinals. He began his football journey at Bowie High School in Texas before advancing to play college football at Stanford University, which is part of the Pacific Twelve Conference. Elijah Higgins was drafted into the NFL in 2023 by the Miami Dolphins in the sixth round as the 197th overall pick. He subsequently joined the Arizona Cardinals, where he has been an active member since his rookie year. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing 235 pounds, Higgins has carved out a role for himself on the team with his versatile playing style. In his initial NFL season, Higgins participated in 17 games and started in 10. He made notable contributions with 30 receptions totaling 301 receiving yards, averaging just over 10 yards per reception. Higgins has shown potential in breaking tackles, with five broken tackles recorded in his debut season. Despite experiencing a few setbacks, including one lost fumble, Higgins has committed to improving his skills. His performance statistics indicate a promising career trajectory, and his agility and capability to gain yards after the catch are key assets to his team. As of now, Higgins continues to hone his skills and remains a significant presence on the field for the Cardinals.