Cardinals lock in tight end Elijah Higgins with extension through 2029

The Arizona Cardinals signed tight end Elijah Higgins to a contract extension that runs through the 2029 season, according to the team’s official announcement.

The extension comes as Higgins posted 18 catches for 162 yards and a touchdown this year. The Cardinals also noted that he was scheduled to be a free agent after the season.

Higgins previously set a career high with 30 receptions for 301 yards last season, and the team characterized him as the kind of dependable option that can support the tight end room and the broader offense.

The Cardinals said Higgins began his NFL career after being drafted by the Miami Dolphins, then was released as a rookie before Arizona claimed him off waivers.

In the team’s release, Higgins acknowledged that his on-field usage could depend on game flow, saying he would be ready to contribute if the passing-game needs shift in real time.