Texans signing Sterling Shepard after Higgins ACL tear

The WR2 role is open before Week 1.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 211 min read

The #Texans are signing veteran WRs Sterling Shepard and Zay Jones, sources tell me and @RapSheet. Both impressed in a w Via @MikeGarafolo on X

What happened: Houston is signing veteran wide receiver Sterling Shepard. He impressed during a workout Friday and will join the receiver mix.

Why it matters: Jayden Higgins' torn ACL created an opening on the depth chart. Shepard gives Houston a veteran option in the competition.

What to watch: Houston's next depth-chart decisions will determine how the receiver group lines up before Week 1.

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