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NegativeProjectionSep 17, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Ranked as TE3 in the source's Week 2 rankings for Arizona, placing him in the third tier of tight end production expectations.

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PositiveUsageSep 7, 2026Revenge of the Birds

The source expects Higgins, the backup tight end, to receive more targets than most anticipate in the new Cardinals offense that features multiple tight ends on the field for most plays, suggesting meaningful role expansion.

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NegativeRoleSep 6, 2026Bootleg Football

The source mentions Elijah Higgins as a depth option who will be mixed into 12 personnel sets alongside Trey McBride.

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PositiveSleeperSep 3, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Elijah Higgins is a converted wide receiver with excellent movement skills entering the final year of his contract with the Cardinals; he has looked impressive in limited opportunities and is a recommended deep-bench stash.

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PositiveProjectionSep 1, 2026Revenge of the Birds

Elijah Wiggins is projected to surprise fantasy players with the volume of targets he will receive this season, indicating upside potential as a sleeper or breakout candidate in the Cardinals' offense.

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PositiveProjectionSep 1, 2026Revenge of the Birds

Expected to surprise a lot of folks with the number of targets he will get this year; the source is optimistic about his receiving volume.

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PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026Revenge of the Birds

Will handle the primary receiving duties at tight end alongside Trey McBride; Hunter Long's role is strictly blocking-focused, leaving Higgins as a secondary pass-catching option at the position.

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PositiveProjectionSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will handle receptions alongside Trey McBride in the tight end room. The source refers to him as 'Elijah Wiggins' in one section and notes he 'is going to surprise a ton of folks with the number of targets he will get this year,' indicating upside in target volume.

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PositiveNewsAug 20, 2026SleeperNFL

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SleeperNFL’s “my guys” for 2026: QB - Malik Willis QB - Jordan Love RB - Bucky Irving RB - Kenneth Walker WR - Parker Washington WR - DeVonta Smith TE - Colston Loveland TE - Isaiah Likely

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NegativeRoleAug 19, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

One of three competent tight ends on the Cardinals roster alongside Trey McBride and potentially Tip Reiman (if healthy). Cardinals are expected to use 13 personnel (three TEs) at 10-20% of snaps, giving Higgins a role in the offense but with limited snap share relative to McBride.

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NegativeInjuryAug 17, 2026Footballguys

In the concussion protocol and did not travel for Arizona's most recent preseason game.

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NegativeSleeperAug 16, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Matt Kelley notes that if he had to go as deep as possible for a tight end, it would be Elijah Higgins, though he clarifies that Higgins is not the primary reason to draft him.

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PositiveSleeperAug 16, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Higgins is an under-the-radar player to monitor in the Cardinals' offense. A converted wide receiver who performed well at the 2023 Senior Bowl, he is being utilized in seam and sideline routes. While not a primary breakout candidate, he is a deep-bench stash in tight end premium formats.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 11, 2026Matt Harmon

Matt Harmon is high on Elijah Higgins, identifying him as an under-the-radar player and a key component of the Cardinals' 13 personnel scheme. As a former receiver, he serves as a 'clear-out' option with proven production, notably in Week 17 against the Falcons.

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PositiveUsageAug 10, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Matt Kelley identifies Elijah Higgins as a breakout candidate in Arizona, noting his athleticism as a converted wide receiver and move tight end. Kelley expects the Cardinals to utilize more 12-personnel sets, which will create target competition for Trey McBride.

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PositiveUsageJul 26, 202632BeatWriters

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Jeremiyah Love taking his first reps of the day with the Cardinals 2s. Carson Beck wrangles tough snap and hits Elijah Higgins

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