What happened: The Arizona Cardinals and tight end Elijah Higgins agreed to a three-year contract extension worth up to $26.8 million. The new agreement ties Higgins to Arizona through the 2029 season. Agents at Equity Sports negotiated the extension.
Why it matters: The long-term commitment keeps Higgins off the open market while cementing stability at tight end. Higgins, originally selected 197th overall by the Miami Dolphins in the 2023 NFL Draft, was previously nominated for the NFL Salute to Service Award by the franchise.
By the numbers: In 2026 through 9 games, Higgins has caught 18 passes for 162 yards and 1 touchdown.
What to watch: Higgins and the Cardinals look to build on his role in the offense through the remainder of the 2026 regular season.