Texans rule out WR Nico Collins again as they try to avoid 0-3 start
Houston will again be without Pro Bowl receiver Nico Collins as the winless Texans travel to face the Colts, hoping to avoid an 0-3 start to the season.
Written by EGazette’s AI. The facts are drawn from cited sources; the analysis is the AI’s own.
The Houston Texans will be without Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins for the second consecutive week, the team confirmed, as they prepare to travel to face the Indianapolis Colts in a matchup they cannot afford to lose after opening the season winless.
Collins, one of the Texans' most productive offensive weapons in recent seasons, has been sidelined due to a hamstring injury that has kept him out of practice and game action. His continued absence places additional pressure on Houston's passing attack at a time when the team is searching for its first win of the year.
Season on the line
A loss to the Colts would leave the Texans at 0-3, a hole that could significantly complicate their playoff aspirations given the competitiveness of the AFC. Coaches and teammates have expressed confidence in the depth of the receiving corps, but Collins' absence removes a key vertical and possession threat from the offensive game plan.
The Texans' medical and coaching staff will continue to monitor Collins' recovery in the coming days, with hopes that the hamstring issue will not linger into further weeks. For now, Houston must find a way to generate offense without its top target as it looks to right the ship early in the season.
Sources
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
Related articles
Rams' Puka Nacua Doubtful for Week 4, Team Eyes Return Timeline
Los Angeles is targeting a Week 4 comeback for wide receiver Puka Nacua, who remains doubtful to face the Denver Broncos, according to ESPN.
Jets to Be Without Top Tight End Mason Taylor and Safety Minkah Fitzpatrick Against Lions
New York will be missing its No. 1 tight end due to a thumb injury and starting safety Minkah Fitzpatrick because of a groin issue when it faces Detroit on Sunday.
Giants Quarterback Jaxson Dart Scheduled for Left Knee Surgery Friday, Sources Say
Jaxson Dart is set to undergo surgery believed to involve a meniscus and MCL repair, according to sources cited by ESPN.
Commanders rule out elbow surgery, IR for QB Jayden Daniels for now
General manager Adam Peters says quarterback Jayden Daniels will not have surgery on his dislocated left elbow or be placed on injured reserve at this time.
Knicks' Jalen Brunson Cleared to Play After Offseason Wrist Surgery
The Knicks guard confirmed he underwent surgery on his left wrist over the offseason and says he is ready for the 2026-27 season, according to ESPN.
NFL, NFLPA Continue Monitoring Field Conditions Ahead of Rio Game
Field experts for the league and players' union have been in Brazil for days assessing the Maracanã Stadium surface, NFLPA executive director JC Tretter said in a statement Friday.
Comments
Loading comments…