A fan favorite whose nickname is "Hollywood," Higgins stepped up for the Browns in 2020 after star receiver Odell Beckham Jr. suffered a season-ending torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee on Oct. 25 against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Panthers head coach knows that is complicated since they're picking ninth, but made it clear his preference would be to find a rookie quarterback and build. But he eventually re-signed a one-year deal to return to the Browns. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Rashard Higgins is returning to the Browns. October 7,1994 Higgins caught 113 passes for 1,615 yards and 11 touchdowns during his career with the Browns. The Carolina Panthers have had themselves quite a sound offseason thus far. The Carolina Panthers have had themselves quite a sound offseason thus far. And a new quarterback, either sophomore Nick Stevens or redshirt freshman Coleman Key. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. All rights reserved. Theres the hairdo, with small curls dyed a light brown on top of his black hair. Hollywood Higgins, he calls himself, a nickname given to him by his peewee football coach. Wade Payne/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. And get this, they even have their own Instagram accounts. They cannot afford to pay Higgins (or any third receiver) without making significant changes to the contracts of the LSU tandem. Higgins Is Back . Higgins, the third-longest tenured Browns player, had become an unrestricted free agent when his contract expired at 4 p.m. Wednesday. Berry responded Dec. 3 in a Zoom with beat writers. Cleveland will have to pay him what hes worth if they want to keep him. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Darius Phillips (23) attempts to block a pass to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Cincinnati. View the best photos of Austin Corbett who started every game at guard in his first year as a Panther in 2022. Rashard Higgins had receiving yards last season and 1,890 receiving yards over his career. For what Higgins lacks in speed and athleticism, he makes up for with his route running and savvy. Along with his seven-month-old boy Sevin, Rashard is a father to two fur babiesAstro and Deuce. Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins kept that status despite having strong offers elsewhere to leave Cleveland. All rights reserved. Could the Rashard Higgins era with the Cleveland Browns be coming to an end? (Michael Yanow via AP), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs a route during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins celebrates after the Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 24-22 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. Oh, what a blessing it will be, his mother said. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. Higgins, 26, took over for Odell Beckham Jr. in the starting lineup for the Browns after Beckham suffered a season-ending knee . https://pantherswire.usatoday.com/lists/free-agency-panthers-wr-rashard-higgins/, Standout three-sport athlete in high school, Has the 19th-highest single-season output in CFB history, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. All rights reserved. All rights reserved. Hes a big receiver, strong and fast.. (AP Photo/Stew Milne), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs safety L'Jarius Sneed (38) after catching a pass during the second half of an NFL divisional round football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City. How much does Rashard Higgins weigh? Lots of content dropping soon Link in bio pic.twitter.com/05u0bBoltC. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) scores a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) can't hang onto a pass after getting arund Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Friday, Aug. 23, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) scores during the second half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017. All rights reserved. In his sophomore year at Colorado State University, Higgins led the nation with a ridiculous 1,750 receiving yards along with 17 touchdowns. 3 Trade targets with ties to Browns staff. All rights reserved. In addition to football, Higgins lit up the books at Mesquite High School on the hardwood and the track. The Chargers won 47-42. David Dermer/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins celebrates his touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins runs a pass pattern against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs up the field during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) makes a touchdown catch past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joe Haden (23) during the second half an NFL football game, Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, in Pittsburgh. The popular wide receiver reached an agreement Wednesday night to re-sign with the Browns, two people familiar with the situation confirmed. Higgins hasn't taken a snap. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Prior to the aliment, the wideout was a healthy scratch, so his prolonged absence hasn't had a significant impact on Carolina's offense. Rashard Higgins, Carolina Panthers, WR - CBSSports.com Browns WR Rashard Higgins Goes Viral Over Proposal Video [WATCH] All rights reserved. And part of their harmonious retooling has seen a bevy of fresh faces added to the roster. Its why hell sometimes return to the weight room for an afternoon workout following a morning weight-lifting session. All rights reserved. Rashard Higgins mother has lived in a public housing project in Dallas for most of her life. Im going to make the best of my opportunity. Higgins hasn't taken a snap since Week 6 and will remain out of the mix while the Panthers keep four other receivers active ahead of him. The player they call Hollywood returns after 37 catches and 599 yards in 2020. All rights reserved. His father, Robert Higgins Jr., died 2 1/2 years ago of kidney failure after spending 16 years on dialysis. Hes from my hometown, hes on my home team, Rashard Higgins said. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Unless Higgins and Landry were both willing to take significant pay cuts, its difficult to see a way to keep both of them. See video, posts and updates straight from Indianapolis as Panthers leaders speak to the media. The Associated Press. Rashard Higgins' mother has lived in a public housing project in Dallas for most of her life. Ideally, he plays the third receiver spot, but that relegates him to playing around 42 percent of the snaps based on Clevelands 2020 personnel usage. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) lines up for a play during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs up the field during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Cleveland. The Colorado State University product was drafted by Cleveland in the fifth round of the 2016 draft. Jim Caldwell has 18 years of NFL coaching experience, including head coach positions with the Lions (2014-17) and Colts (2009-11). Next up is a new addition to the wide receivers roomRashard Hollywood Higgins. Higgins will make $2.38 million fully guaranteed, a source said. For those unfamiliar with the term, that's fishing for catfish using one's bare hands. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BrownsNation.com is not affiliated with the Cleveland Browns or the National Football League. Higgins had a unique career in Cleveland. Bobo, an assistant at Georgia for the past 14 years, didnt get a chance to see Higgins in action. Rashard Higgins weighs 198 lbs (89 kg). But he also knows how much work it took to put himself into the position hes in and how much harder hell have to work now to stay there. David Richard/Copyright 2018 The Associated Press. Panthers agree to terms with wide receiver Rashard Higgins All rights reserved. Rashard Higgins On Returning To The Cleveland Browns: 'A No - Forbes The one-year deal is worth $2.38 million fully guaranteed, according to ESPN. Higgins is not listed on Carolina's injury report to begin the week, a signal that he is ready to return after a two-game absence due to illness. All rights reserved. Higgins (coach's decision) is a healthy inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports. All rights reserved, Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Higgins hasn't seen his role change despite the trade of Robbie Anderson to the cardinals. Ron Schwane/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. Higgins bet on himself last offseason, signing a one-year, veteran's minimum deal with the Browns after a down year. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. View photos of Richardson from the inaugural season in 1995 through decades of coaches and players in the Panthers community. 'Hollywood' Higgins' heart is at home with his mother His lone score of the campaign came against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium, where he totaled 29 yards on three grabs in a 47-42 slobber knocker. Higgins celebrates his touchdowns by pretending to walk the red carpet in the end zone. Last fall, Higgins said he had contract offers from other teams in 2020, but Mayfield convinced him to stay in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn). Shes been there her whole life, and just to be able to move her out to a better neighborhood, get her things that she (always) wanted. The 27-year-old Higgins caught just 24 passes for 275 yards and one touchdown last year, but he's had some. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (81) dives for a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017, in Cleveland. On Feb. 26, he doubled down during a radio interview with "The Next Level" onESPN Cleveland WKNR (850-AM). Wide receiver Rashard Higgins officially signs with Panthers Its why he grabs a falling football with an overhand grip dozens of times with each hand before going to bed at night, then tucks the football in alongside him when he goes to sleep. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021 in Inglewood, Calif. Higgins, the third-longest tenured Browns player, had become an unrestricted free . For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. (AP Photo/David Richard), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) catches a pass ahead of Minnesota Vikings free safety Harrison Smith (22) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. According to his Instagram account, one of Higgins' hobbies is noodling. The wide receiver was a healthy scratch in Week 8, making his absence Sunday mostly irrelevant to the team's game plan. And thats before getting into the skillset fit in this offense with Mayfield, an issue that must be corrected this offseason; the Browns need to add some sort of vertical threat to their passing game, and Landry doesnt help with that at all. Now he'll have a chance to continue to strut in Cleveland. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. When a guy can do both, I think that makes him exceptional. All rights reserved. Gene J. Puskar/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) runs a route during an NFL football game, Sunday, December 12, 2021 in Cleveland. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. All rights reserved. Ahead of Week 2's matchup versus the Giants, it'll be interesting to hear an explanation for Higgins' lack of involvement, but it certainly didn't offer an encouraging start to his time with the Panthers. To become another Dez Bryant, the player Higgins said hes tried to model himself after since high school. Can you call this the New World Order of the Carolina Panthers . The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Words cant explain the way I feel; Ive got tears of joy. A post shared by Astro (@astr0n0mical). In middle school, he hooked himself up to a towing chain to drag a giant tire around an open field near his home. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) catches a pass under pressure form New York Giants running back Sandro Platzgummer (34) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, in Cleveland.