Nico Collins Injury News & Updates

Collins was limited at Monday's walkthrough due to an ankle injury.

Collins previously dealt with a knee issue and a concussion this season, so this is a new health concern for the fifth-year pro. He'll have two more chances to get back to full this week before the Texans potentially tag him with a designation for Thursday's game against the Bills. Meanwhile, C.J. Stroud (concussion) was a DNP on Monday, meaning Davis Mills seems poised for another start under center in Week 12. Working with Mills the past two contests, Collins put together a 16-228-1 line on 25 targets during that span.

Collins brought in nine of 10 targets for 92 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 16-13 win over the Titans on Sunday.

Collins flashed strong chemistry with Davis Mills, setting the pace for the Texans in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The talented wideout also was on the receiving end of Mills' only touchdown pass of the day, recording a three-yard grab just past the halfway point of the third quarter. C.J. Stroud (concussion) may have a difficult time clearing protocol in time for Thursday night's Week 12 matchup against the Bills, and that could potentially be a positive development for Collins considering he's posted a combined 16-228-1 line on 25 targets with Mills as the full-time starter in the last two games.

Collins caught seven of 15 targets for 136 yards in Sunday's 36-29 win over the Jaguars.

The fifth-year wideout remained the Texans' top downfield option even with Davis Mills under center instead of C.J. Stroud (concussion), and Collins set a new season high in targets and receiving yards in Sunday's comeback win. It's only the second time this season in eight games that he's topped the century mark -- both against the Jags -- and Collins will take a 40-550-3 line on 72 targets into a Week 11 clash with the Titans.

Collins caught seven of 11 targets for 75 yards in Sunday's 18-15 loss to the Broncos.

The star wideout returned from a one-game absence due to a concussion, and he took advantage of Patrick Surtain (pectoral) being missing from the Denver secondary by leading Houston in catches and targets. Collins' production took a hit when C.J. Stroud (concussion) was knocked out of the game in the second quarter, however. Collins remained the top option for Davis Mills, but he doesn't have the same chemistry with the team's backup QB. If Stroud remains sidelined in Week 10 against the Jaguars, Collins may be more of a floor than a ceiling play for fantasy purposes despite his 33-414-3 line on 57 targets through seven games this season.

Collins (concussion) was a

Collins, who cleared the concussion protocol Thursday, logged a pair of full practices heading into the weekend. The injury forced him to miss last week's win over San Francisco, but Collins remains the team's leader in targets (46), catches (26) and yards (339). He also has three touchdowns, tying him with fellow wideout Xavier Hutchinson.

Collins (concussion) practiced fully Thursday.

Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston previously relayed that Collins -- who didn't play in Week 8 -- had cleared the NFL's concussion protocol, with the wideout himself noting Thursday that he's "feeling great" and is "ready to play" Sunday against the Broncos. In addition to Collins being poised to return to action, Christian Kirk (hamstring) also practiced fully Thursday, which paves the way for the Texans to have their top two WRs both available in the same game for the first time since Week 5.

Collins, who has been cleared under mandatory concussion protocol, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, said Thursday that he's "feeling great" and is "ready to play" Sunday against the Broncos.

Collins -- who was inactive in Week 8 -- was deemed a limited practice participant Wednesday, as was fellow WR Christian Kirk (hamstring). Thursday's injury report is slated to indicate whether in addition to clearing concussion protocol, Collins was listed as a full practice participant.

Collins (concussion) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

It's no surprise that Collins was limited in his return to practice after not participating at all last week. He's reportedly on track to be cleared from concussion protocol before Sunday's game against the Broncos, but there's still risk of a setback or stalled progress until that actually happens.

Coach DeMeco Ryans noted that Collins, who practiced Wednesday, is technically still in concussion protocol, but is expected to be cleared in the next few days, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

It remains to be seen if Collins will be listed as a limited or full participant in Wednesday's session, but the wideout is nonetheless trending toward a return to action Sunday against the Broncos. Also back at practice Wednesday for the Texans was fellow WR Christian Kirk (hamstring), who last saw game action in Week 5.

Collins (concussion) returns to practice, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Christian Kirk (hamstring) is also back at practice, after he and Collins missed the Week 8 win over San Francisco. Wilson suggests that Collins is trending toward a return for Sunday's matchup with Denver.

Collins (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

Meanwhile, Christian Kirk (hamstring) has also been deemed out for the contest. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2, in the absence of Collins and Kirk, look for the Texans to lean heavily on TE Dalton Schultz, along with rookie wide receivers Jaylin Noel and Jayden Higgins as well as Xavier Hutchinson. Wilson adds that both of Houston's injured WRs -- who didn't practice this week -- have a chance to return to action Nov. 2 against the Broncos.

Collins (concussion) isn't practicing Friday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

That also applies to Christian Kirk (hamstring), and with the duo also having missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, both players could be ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers later Friday. If that's the case, Xavier Hutchinson, Jayden Higgins, Jaylin Noel and Braxton Berrios would be in line to handle Houston's Week 8 WR duties.

Collins (concussion) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

The same applies fellow wideout Christian Kirk (hamstring), which gives the duo one more chance to practice before Week 8 injury designations are assigned. If both Collins and Kirk end up sidelined, Xavier Hutchinson, Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel would be in line to lead Houston's WR corps Sunday against the 49ers.

Collins (concussion) isn't practicing Wednesday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

This was to be expected just two days after Collins suffered a concussion during Monday Night Football. He's now on a short week, with not much time to clear concussion protocol before Sunday's matchup with San Francisco.

Collins was ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against Seattle due to a concussion.

Collins hit his head hard on the turf on a contested catch attempt early in the fourth quarter. He was evaluated in the medical tent before walking to the locker room for further evaluation. Collins will now face a short week to pass the league's protocols ahead of a Week 8 matchup against San Francisco.

Collins is questionable to return to Monday's game against Seattle due to a head injury.

Collins went up for a contested catch early in the fourth quarter and hit his head hard off the turf. He was briefly evaluated in the medical tent before being escorted to the locker room with trainers.

Collins recorded four receptions on five targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 44-10 win over the Ravens.

It was a solid day for Collins, highlighted by long gains of 24 and 14 yards as well as a 10-yard touchdown. However, he finished third on the team in receiving yards and was out-targeted by Dalton Schultz. That was likely affected by game script -- CJ Stroud attempted only 10 passes in the second half and was benched for most of the fourth quarter -- but Collins has now seen six or fewer targets and recorded under 55 receiving yards in three of five games this season. His three touchdowns have covered up some of that lack of volume, but Collins hasn't put up the big reception or target totals expected entering the season.

Collins (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Collins had his reps capped Wednesday to begin Week 5 prep due to the knee issue, but his ability to practice fully a day later erases any concern about his availability for Sunday's game at Baltimore. After being limited to three receptions in both of the Texans' first two contests, Collins has picked up the pace the past two weeks, putting together a 12-183-1 line on 17 targets. He'll have a good opportunity to continue his strong run Sunday while facing off against a 31st-ranked Baltimore pass defense (265.8 passing yards allowed per game) that is expected to be without multiple key contributors in the secondary.

Collins (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Collins was also limited by a listed knee issue last Wednesday before practicing fully both Thursday and Friday and approaching Week 4 action without an injury designation. With no reported setbacks in this past Sunday's 26-0 win over the Titans -- a game in which Collins handled an 86 percent snap share and caught four of his six targets for 79 yards -- there's a decent chance he'll follow the same pattern ahead of this weekend's contest against the Ravens.

Collins recorded four receptions on six targets for 79 yards in Sunday's 26-0 win over the Titans.

Collins didn't dominate targets in his typical fashion Sunday, as four pass catchers logged between four and six targets. He still easily paced the Texans in yardage thanks to long gains of 37 and 22 yards to account for the majority of his production. Even with an underachieving Houston offense, Collins has found a way to be productive early this season by scoring a touchdown or topping 75 receiving yards in each of his last three games.

Collins (knee) practiced fully Thursday.

Collins was deemed limited at practice Wednesday, but the wideout's return to a full session a day later paves the way for him to be available Sunday against the Titans. Through three games, Collins has compiled a 14/181/2 receiving line on 25 targets, a pace that keeps Houston's clear-cut top WR firmly on the fantasy radar on a weekly basis.

Collins (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Collins, who was on the field for 54 of a possible 63 snaps on offense in the Texans' 17-10 loss to the Jaguars on Sunday, wound up catching eight of his 11 targets for 104 yards (with a TD and a fumble) in the contest. It's possible that the wideout's listed limitations Wednesday were indicative of load management as opposed to concern over his Week 4 status, with Thursday's practice/injury report destined to provide added context in that regard.

Collins secured eight of 11 targets for 104 yards in the Texans' 17-10 loss to the Jaguars on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

The big-bodied receiver was able to persevere through a ragged overall day for Houston's air attack, finishing as the Texans' leader in receptions, receiving yards and targets. Collins also found the end zone for the second time in as many games when he recorded a 50-yard touchdown grab on what appeared to be a blow coverage by Jacksonville in the fourth quarter. However, he also committed a critical fumble at the Jaguars' 21-yard line with just under four minutes remaining following a 10-yard catch, leading to Jacksonville's game-winning touchdown. Collins will take a 14-181-2 line on 25 targets heading into a tough Week 4 road matchup against the Ravens next Sunday.

Collins had three receptions on nine targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 20-19 loss to the Buccaneers.

Quarterback C.J. Stroud wasted no time finding his favorite target in the end zone Monday when he floated a rainbow in to Collins on the Texans' first possession of the game. The athletic receiver made a near-impossible grab where he managed to keep both of his feet in bounds for a millisecond before the momentum of the pass carried him out of the end zone. It wasn't all roses for Collins, as he finished the contest with an abysmal 33 percent catch rate on a team-high nine targets. The end result was still a significant improvement over the star wideout's Week 1 stinker. Collins' next opportunity to put up the consistent WR1 numbers we have become accustomed to from him will be in a road matchup against the Jaguars on Sunday.

Collins was held to three receptions on five targets for 25 yards in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Rams.

Houston's entire aerial attack sputtered out of the gates, failing to produce any touchdowns or a receiver with more than 32 yards. Collins' 3-25-0 receiving line marks the wideout's worst fantasy output since Week 14 of the 2023 season. This was not the kind of start fantasy managers were hoping for from the unquestioned No. 1 receiving option for the Texans. Perhaps the eventual return of Christian Kirk (hamstring) will help open things up for C.J. Stroud and the rest of the passing game following an abysmal Week 1 performance. Collins is too talented to be held down on a regular basis, so make sure to stick with your studs heading into next Monday's tilt against the Buccaneers.

Collins brought in two of three targets for 13 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 20-3 preseason win over the Panthers on Saturday afternoon.

Collins played on the first two drives with the rest of the Texans' first-team offense and caught his touchdown from five yards out on fourth down to cap off the full first unit's time in the game. Collins is once again primed for a massive role in Houston's air attack this coming season, especially with Tank Dell (PUP-knee) still facing a highly uncertain return timeline.

Collins will join quarterback C.J. Stroud and the majority of Houston's starters in suiting up for Saturday's preseason game against the Panthers, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins and Stroud both sat out the Texans' preseason opener against the Vikings last week, but key starters will get a chance to log some exhibition reps versus Carolina. Though he remains positioned as Houston's clear No. 1 wideout, Collins' surrounding context has changed substantially since last season, as Stefon Diggs (ACL) is now a member of the Patriots and Tank Dell (ACL) appears set to miss a good portion of the 2025 campaign. Replacing Diggs and Dell in three-wide sets alongside Collins is veteran slot specialist Christian Kirk, with rookies Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel seemingly battling for opportunities in the No. 3 role.

Collins agreed to terms Wednesday on a contract restructure that opens up $9.8 million in cap space for the Texans, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins' restructure comes in the form of his $13.5 million base salary being converted into a signing bonus. That move provides Houston some additional flexibility ahead of the official start of free agency next week. Collins dealt with injuries that forced him to miss five games in 2024, but he nonetheless managed to finish the campaign with an impressive 68-1,006-7 receiving line on 99 targets across 12 regular-season appearances, his second consecutive 1,000-yard season. With Stefon Diggs (knee) potentially moving on in free agency, and Tank Dell (knee) in danger of missing a substantial portion of the upcoming season, Collins looks locked in atop the depth chart as C.J. Stroud's clear No. 1 target.

Collins caught five of eight targets for 81 yards in Saturday's 23-14 divisional-round loss to Kansas City.

The fourth-year wideout was C.J. Stroud's top option as per usual, leading the Texans in catches, targets and receiving yards on the afternoon. Like most of the team's wideout group, Collins dealt with injuries in 2024, but he still wrapped up the regular season with 68 receptions for 1,006 yards and seven TDs on 99 targets over 12 games, before adding a 12-203-1 line on 16 targets in Houston's two postseason contests. Having already signed a contract extension in May, Collins should be locked in atop the depth chart next season.

Collins recorded seven receptions on eight targets for 122 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 32-12 win over the Chargers.

The Texans offense was stalled early, though Collins made several big plays to serve as the key playmaker in the win. His biggest contributions came on the team's first touchdown drive late in the second quarter, when he delivered a 37-yard gain followed by a 13-yard touchdown catch three plays later. The performance marked Collins' highest yardage total in three career playoff games and marked his first 100-yard performance since Week 13.

Collins recorded five receptions on five targets for 38 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-14 win over the Titans.

Collins played for much of the first quarter but had his snap count limited with the Texans locked into the fourth seed of the AFC regardless of the outcome of Sunday's games. He drew four targets from C.J. Stroud on the team's opening possession, highlighted by long gains of 14 and 11 yards as well as a two-yard touchdown. That was enough to push him over 1,000 receiving yards for the season, which is particularly impressive considering he missed five games with a hamstring injury. Collins will enter the postseason as Stroud's top target in a matchup against either the Chargers or Steelers.

Collins finished with three receptions on six targets for 59 yards in Wednesday's 31-2 loss to Baltimore.

Collins finished as the Texans' leading receiver in a contest that featured no points scored for the offense. The star wideout was a rare bright spot for Houston despite his modest totals, recording his team's longest play from scrimmage (30 yards) in the blowout loss. Collins and the Texans' offense will look to get right in a soft matchup against the Titans next Sunday before preparing for the playoffs.

Collins caught seven of 10 targets for 60 yards in Saturday's 27-19 loss to the Chiefs.

Collins played second fiddle to Tank Dell, who had 98 receiving yards and a touchdown prior to exiting due to a serious knee injury, which Dell suffered while catching a 30-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Kansas City's talented secondary focused on Collins throughout the afternoon, limiting the star wideout to his third-lowest yardage total of the season. As the clear No. 1 target in Houston's passing game, Collins should find more room to operate on Christmas against a Ravens defense that has struggled to defend the pass.

Collins secured four of six targets for 17 yards and two touchdowns in the Texans' 20-12 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.

Collins' receiving yardage total was easily his lowest of the season, but the ultra-talented receiver salvaged his fantasy day with a pair of six-yard touchdown catches. Collins has at least four receptions in four consecutive games, but if there's any quibble with his body of work, it's the fact he has just one 100-yard performance in his last five games, that coming in Week 13 against the lowly Jaguars. Collins will look to boost his non-TD production back up in a Week 16 Saturday afternoon clash on the road with the Chiefs.

Collins secured eight of 11 targets for 119 yards in the Texans' 23-20 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

Collins found himself in the customary position of leading the Texans in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon, posting his best numbers in those categories since Week 4 in the process. Collins has been on an upward trajectory since returning from a five-game absence due to a hamstring injury, as he's now upped all three components of his receiving line over that of the previous game in consecutive contests. Collins will look to make inroads against a talented Dolphins secondary in a Week 15 home matchup on Sunday, Dec. 15 following a Week 14 bye.

Collins recorded five receptions on nine targets for 92 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 32-27 loss to the Titans.

Collins did the majority of his damage early in the game, first scoring from five yards away midway through the second quarter. He then caught a 56-yard pass to set up a field goal just before halftime. Collins also broke free for an apparent 33-yard yard score late in the fourth quarter, though it was nullified by a penalty-- the second consecutive week he's had a score called back. Despite that disappointment, Collins was more involved in the offense in his second game since returning from a knee injury and he should be an elite fantasy option moving forward.

Collins is expected to see increased usage Sunday against the Titans after playing only 47 percent of snaps in Monday's 34-10 win over the Cowboys, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins was eased back into action Monday in his return from a hamstring injury that has sidelined him since Week 5. He was leading the NFL with 567 receiving yards at the time of his injury and is averaging a robust 103.5 receiving yards per game, even when factoring in his pedestrian 54-yard performance in an abbreviated role against Dallas. Collins will face a Titans defense that's playing without top cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (quadriceps).

Collins (hamstring) brought in four of seven targets for 54 yards in the Texans' 34-10 win over the Cowboys on Monday night.

Collins and Tank Dell posted matching team-high receiving yardage totals while also tying for the lead in targets with Dalton Schultz. It was a solid return to action for Collins following a five-game absence due to a hamstring injury, and his numbers were serviceable within the context of a night where C.J. Stroud wasn't pressed to do an inordinate amount through the air. A similar scenario could actually be in store in Week 12, however, as the reeling Titans pay a visit to Collins and the Texans.

Collins won't be under any restrictions with his snap count Monday against the Cowboys in his return from a five-game absence due to a hamstring injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

After he closed Week 11 prep with full practices Friday and Saturday, Collins didn't take a designation into Monday, though it wasn't immediately clear if the Texans would monitor his workload in his first game since Oct. 6. Schefter's report should ease any lingering concerns fantasy managers may have had about activating Collins, who looks in line to immediately settle back in as quarterback C.J. Stroud's top target. Before injuring his hamstring Week 5, Collins had led the NFL with 567 receiving yards.

Collins (hamstring) practiced fully Friday.

The Texans designated Collins for return from injured reserve last Friday, and the wide receiver was limited in the ensuing session, listed as questionable and activated Saturday. He then was inactive this past Sunday against the Lions, setting up Week 11 as his first possible game action since injuring his right hamstring Sunday, Oct. 6 versus the Bills. Collins followed up Thursday's limited session with full participation one day later, putting him on such a path. He relayed to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston on Friday, "I feel like myself. It was hard on my mental." Collins also looked like normal self on the practice field, per Wilson, so he should be good for close to the workload of 10.8 targets per game from his four healthy appearances this season.

Collins (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Collins, who the Texans had placed on injured reserve Oct. 9, was designated to return from IR this past Friday and then logged one limited practice ahead of Sunday night's loss to the Lions, a game that he was inactive for. With the wideout poised to practice all week ahead of Monday night's contest against the Cowboys, he's trending toward seeing his first game action since Oct. 6, when he suffered a pulled hamstring versus the Bills. Now that Collins has moved past his injury, he's in line to reclaim his high-volume role as the top option in a Houston wideout corps that also features Tank Dell, with Xavier Hutchinson, John Metchie and Robert Woods also in the mix. In the five games he's played in this season, Collins has put up a 32/567/3 receiving line on 45 targets.

Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said Tuesday that Collins (hamstring) will practice this week, and the expectation is that the receiver will play in Monday's game against the Cowboys, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Last Friday, Collins was cleared for his first practice since Week 5, then was listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game versus the Lions. Though he was activated from injured reserve Saturday, Collins was still considered a game-time decision leading up to Sunday, with the Texans ultimately making him inactive ahead of the 26-23 loss. According to Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle, Ryans said that Collins didn't suffer a setback with his right hamstring injury upon practicing in a limited fashion Friday, as the Texans seemingly wanted him to get in some more reps during the upcoming week before clearing him for a return to game action. Assuming Collins practices Thursday through Saturday without issue, he'll likely approach the Week 11 game in Dallas without a designation and shouldn't face any limitations with his snaps as Houston's No. 1 wideout. Collins led the NFL with 567 receiving yards through the first five weeks of the season before missing the last five games with the injury.

Collins (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday night's game against the Lions.

Collins, who landed on IR on Oct. 9 due to a hamstring injury, was designated to return Friday and was subsequently able to log one limited practice session before being listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's contest. Though the wideout -- who was activated from IR on Saturday -- has recovered well from his hamstring issue, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, Collins' return to action is on hold until at least Monday, Nov. 18, when Houston faces Dallas on the road. In his continued absence, Tank Dell, Xavier Hutchinson, Robert Woods and John Metchie are slated to lead the Texans' Week 10 wideout corps.

Collins (hamstring) remains listed as questionable and is viewed as a game-time decision for Sunday's contest against the Lions, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Shortly after Houston reinstated Collins from injured reserve Saturday, Rapoport reported that the receiver was on track to return to action Sunday following a four-game absence, but his status appears to be more uncertain leading up to the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. Though the Texans added Collins back to the 53-man roster after he spent the minimum amount of time on IR, he didn't resume practicing until Friday, when he was a limited participant in the team's final session of the week. Official word on the availability (or lack thereof) of both Collins and fellow starting receiver Tank Dell (back) -- who is listed as questionable but expected to play -- won't be provided until Houston releases its inactive list 90 minutes before kickoff, so fantasy managers planning on using Collins this week may not have many appealing alternatives available if he ends up sitting out Sunday. If Collins end up playing against Detroit, he could still face some restrictions with his snap count, given his limited practice time leadi

Collins (hamstring) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. He still is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Lions.

It'd be a bit odd if Collins was activated off injured reserve and then not play Sunday, but expect the team to make that official announcement at some point prior to the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. Tank Dell (back) is also listed as questionable for this contest, which makes Collins' impact all the more crucial in the pivotal matchup against the Lions.

Collins (hamstring) was limited at Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest versus the Lions.

The Texans designated Collins for return from injured reserve Friday, opening a 21-day window in which to evaluate him for a potential return to action. With a questionable designation in tow, he may be back for the first time since injuring his right hamstring Week 5 against the Bills. The Texans will need to activate Collins by 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday for the wide receiver to have a chance to suit up this weekend, and if that transaction happens, his status won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. Considering it'll be the second-to-last game of the Week 10 slate, there won't be many options to pivot to if Houston activates him, and fellow WR Tank Dell (back) showed up as limited and listed as questionable on Friday's practice report, so Xavier Hutchinson, Robert Woods, John Metchie and Steven Sims are the healthy wide receivers on the team's active roster at the moment.

Collins (hamstring) has been designated to return to practice by the Texans.

Collins, who was placed on IR on Oct. 9, is thus available to resume practicing Friday, but it remains to be seen if he'll be available for Sunday night's game against the Lions. The Texans' upcoming injury report will provide added context by revealing both Collins' level of participation in Friday's practice, as well his Week 10 game status.

Collins (hamstring) wasn't spotted at practice Thursday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

With Collins not yet designated to return from IR as of Thursday, the chances of him being available Sunday night against the Lions don't seem strong. If Collins remains sidelined in Week 10, Tank Dell will continue to lead a Houston WR corps that also includes Xavier Hutchinson, Robert Wood and John Metchie.

Collins (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins, who was placed on IR on Oct.9, has missed four straight games and is thus eligible to return to practice as soon as this week. Per Wilson, Collins hasn't experienced any setbacks with his hamstring injury, with the wideout having reportedly regained his speed and mobility in the process. However, with Collins not having resumed practice as of Wednesday, it remains to be seen if he'll be activated ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions.

Collins has experienced no setbacks with his recovery from the right hamstring injury he sustained Oct. 6, and the expectation remains that he'll be able to return from injured reserve when first eligible Nov. 10 against the Lions, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins was given a projected 3-to-4-week recovery timeline after suffering the injury, but the Texans opted to err on the side of caution by placing him on IR, which ensured that he would miss at least four games. With Collins' recovery thus far going swimmingly, he looks like he'll be able to step back in as the Texans' No. 1 wideout in a couple weeks, provided he's not slowed by the hamstring injury once he eventually returns to practice Week 10.

The Texans placed Collins (hamstring) on injured reserve Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Collins will need to miss at least four games due to the hamstring injury he sustained in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Bills, and for which head coach DeMeco Ryans labeled him week-to-week. That makes Collins' earliest tentative return date November 10 versus the Lions in Week 10. The star wideout currently leads the NFL with 567 receiving yards, making his loss a tremendous blow for CJ Stroud and the Texans' passing offense, but Houston has a deep enough receiving corps to feel confident in the abilities of Stefon Diggs, Tank Dell and TE Dalton Schultz to step up in Collins' absence.

Coach DeMeco Ryans called Collins (hamstring) week-to-week Monday, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports. "It takes a couple of weeks for a hamstring," Ryans said. "So we'll evaluate him on a week-to-week basis."

Collins' week-to-week status casts doubt on his availability for Sunday's game against the Patriots, though more clarity on his potential availability should surface when the Texans submit their first practice report Wednesday. Ryans originally labeled Collins day-to-day after the star receiver was injured in this past Sunday's 23-20 win over Buffalo, but the slightly less optimistic week-to-week assessment is more realistic. Despite exiting in the first half against Buffalo, Collins leads the NFL with 567 receiving yards.

Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said after Sunday's 23-20 win over the Bills that Collins is day-to-day after exiting the game with a hamstring injury, Kristie Rieken of the Associated Press reports.

Collins played just nine snaps and produced a 2-78-1 receiving line on his two targets before exiting the game early in the second quarter, when he tweaked his hamstring while legging out a 67-yard touchdown. Though the day-to-day label offers hope that Collins might be ready to return to action for next Sunday's game against the Patriots, the receiver's history of soft-tissue injuries could prompt the Texans to exercise some caution. Collins missed two games last season due to a calf strain as well as a recurrence of the injury, and he had been listed on the Texans' injury report in Week 4 with a hamstring issue before turning in a 12-catch, 151-yard effort in a win over the Jaguars.

Collins (hamstring) won't return to Sunday's game against the Bills.

Collins thus finishes up the day with two catches for 78 yards and a TD. In his absence, Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell are in line to lead the Texans' WR corps versus Buffalo, with Robert Woods, Xavier Hutchinson and John Metchie also in the mix.

Collins exited Sunday's game against the Bills with ahamstring injury.

Prior to that, Collins caught both of his targets for 78 yards and a TD. In his absence, Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell are slated to lead the Texans' Week 5 WR corps, with Robert Woods, Xavier Hutchinson and John Metchie available to mix in.

Collins caught 12 of 15 targets for 151 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Jaguars.

The dozen receptions were a career high for Collins, while his season-high yardage marked the fourth time in 19 career games with C.J. Stroud as his QB that he's topped 150 yards. Collins has hit triple-digit yardage three times in four contests to begin the current campaign, and his 30-489-2 line on 43 targets makes him the first player in Texans history to amass at least 450 yards in the first four games of a season. Collins and the Houston passing game face a tough test in Week 5 against Buffalo.

Collins (hamstring) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Jaguars.

The Texans tacked on Collins to their Week 4 practice report Thursday as limited due to a hamstring injury, which occasionally is a worrisome sign for upcoming availability. The fourth-year wide receiver put any questions about his status to rest earlier Friday, telling Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, "Oh, absolutely," when asked about his ability to play Sunday. Collins also logged a full practice Friday, so he'll look to build upon his NFL-leading 338 receiving yards this weekend against a Jacksonville defense that has given up 8.95 YPT this season (10th worst in the league).

Collins (hamstring) was present for practice Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins was added to the Texans' Week 4 injury report after being limited Thursday, but his presence for Friday's practice is a positive sign in terms of his availability for Sunday's game against the Jaguars. The team's upcoming injury report will reveal whether Collins heads into the weekend with an injury designation or fully cleared to face Jacksonville.

Collins (hamstring) was limited at practice Thursday.

Collins practiced fully Wednesday, so his appearance on the Texans' injury report a day later is notable. Friday's final report will add further context regarding the wideout's availability ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars. Meanwhile, fellow WR Tank Dell (chest) logged his second straight 'DNP' on Thursday, which clouds his Week 4 status.

Collins caught four of 10 targets for 86 yards in Sunday's 34-7 loss to the Vikings.

While the fourth-year wideout wasn't able to record his third straight 100-yard game to begin the season, Collins still put together a productive effort on big target volume. Four of his incompletions also came on the final drive of the day with Davis Mills under center rather than C.J. Stroud. Collins will look to put together a more efficient performance in Week 4 against the Jaguars.

Collins (hip/foot) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest in Minnesota.

Collins was held out of drills Wednesday due to hip and foot injuries, but he returned as a limited participant one day later before capping Week 3 prep with a full session Friday. He's thus set to build upon an NFL-leading 252 receiving yards through two games against a Vikings defense that ranks 16th in the league in terms of YPT (7.5) to opposing wide receivers this season.

Collins (hip/foot) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.

Collins didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to the field Thursday in a limited capacity bodes well for his chances of being available Sunday against the Vikings. The wideout will presumably need to practice fully Friday, however, in order to avoid taking an injury designation into Sunday.

Collins (hip/foot) returned to practice Thursday, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Collins was held out of Wednesday's session, but his return to the field a day later bodes well for his availability for Sunday's game against the Vikings. The Texans' upcoming inquiry report will provide added context on that front by revealing the wideout's participation level Thursday.

Collins was held out of Wednesday's practice with hip and foot injuries, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

There was no hint of any problem during Sunday's 19-13 win over Chicago, in which Collins played 84 percent of snaps while leading the Texans in routes (36), targets (10) and receiving yards (135). He leads the league with 252 receiving yards through two weeks -- nobody else has more than 200 -- and will have two more chances to practice ahead of Sunday's game at Minnesota.

Collins caught eight of 10 targets for 135 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears.

Collins once again easily led the team in receiving yards, finishing with 98 more yards than second-place Stefon Diggs after topping second-place Tank Dell by 77 receiving yards in Week 1. Collins' hefty yardage total included a 28-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter. After racking up 1,297 receiving yards in a breakout 2023 regular season, Collins has been the favorite target for quarterback C.J. Stroud early in 2024, with 252 receiving yards heading into Week 3 against the Vikings.

Collins (illness) practiced fully Friday and does not carry a Week 2 injury designation.

An illness limited Collins on Thursday, but the wideout's full participation a day later sets the stage for him to be available Sunday night against the Bears. In the Texans' 29-27 win over the Colts in Week 1, Collins caught six of his eight targets for 117 yards while recording an 80 percent snap share alongside fellow WRs Stefon Diggs (77 percent) and Tank Dell (63 percent).

Collins (illness) participated in practice Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

An illness limited Collins' participation Thursday, but his presence at Friday's session presumably sets the stage for him to be available Sunday night against the Bears. The Texans' upcoming injury report will reveal whether the wideout heads into the weekend with a Week 2 designation.

Collins was a limited participant at practice Thursday due to an illness.

Collins practiced without any restrictions Wednesday, but he was added to the Texans' Week 2 injury report one day later. As a result, the wideout's status is now worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears. Added context regarding Collins' availability will arrive when the Texans post their final injury report of the week Friday.

Collins caught six of eight targets for 117 yards in Sunday's 29-27 win over the Colts.

The fourth-year wideout immediately re-established his chemistry with C.J. Stroud, topping 100 yards for the first time in 2024 after doing so five times last season en route to a 1,297-yard breakout. While Collins led the Texans in receiving yards and targets, newcomer Stefon Diggs caught two red-zone TDs from Stroud and tied Collins for the team lead with six catches, giving secondaries another serious threat to worry about. Collins will look to keep rolling in a Week 2 matchup against the Bears.

Collins is among a number of Texans wideouts not dressed out for Saturday's preseason contest versus the Rams, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Also expected to be held out of the contest are Stefon Diggs, Tank Dell and Robert Woods. Those four are at the head of the wide-receiver depth chart for the Texans, so the team appears to be have made the decision to keep its top players out of the exhibition finale. John Metchie III, Ben Skowronek, Xavier Hutchinson and Steven Sims, among others, will get a chance to shine as Houston's pass catchers Saturday.

Collins caught one of two targets for 24 yards in Saturday's 28-10 preseason win over the Giants.

The first-team offense was only on the field for two possessions and came away with zero points, but Collins and C.J. Stroud still got a chance to show off their chemistry, as the wideout's big gain on the first drive put the Texans in the red zone. Collins is coming off a breakout 2023 campaign, and even with Stefon Diggs now in the mix for targets along with holdovers Tank Dell, Dalton Schultz and others, the 25-year-old could still be Stroud's top downfield option.

Collins wasn't targeted in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over the Steelers.

Collins played the first two drives along with the rest of Houston's starters, but neither he nor new teammate Stefon Diggs saw a target while Tank Dell scored a 34-yard touchdown. Even with numerous mouths to feed in the passing game, Collins figures to play a prominent role in 2024 after breaking out with 1,297 receiving yards during the 2023 regular season. Collins and the Texans will host the Giants next Saturday in the third of Houston's four preseason games.

Collins agreed to terms Tuesday on a three-year, $72.75 million contract extension, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Collins is coming off a breakout 2023 season in which he piled up a 80-1,297-8 receiving line on 109 targets (15 games), and even with Stefon Diggs in town on a one-year deal, he represents the future for Houston's wide receiver corps, as does second-year pro Tank Dell. While the addition of Diggs crowds the Texans' target distribution, as does the presence of capable pass-catching options like Joe Mixon in the backfield and tight end Dalton Schultz, this significant monetary commitment to Collins provides a bit of extra incentive for offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik to allow he and C.J. Stroud to feature the chemistry they demonstrated last season. If Stroud and the Texans can build off 2023 and hit the ground running, Collins promises to find himself as a frontman in one of the league's elite passing offenses.

The Texans are adding Stefon Diggs to an offense that returns Collins and Tank Dell at wide receiver, ESPN.com reports.

C.J. Stroud had one of the best rookie seasons ever by an NFL quarterback and now has arguably the best group of pass catchers in the league. Diggs is coming off six consecutive seasons with at least six TDs and more than 1,000 yards, now joining an offense in which Collins put up 80-1,297-8 on 109 targets (15 games) and Dell had 47-709-7 on 75 targets (11 targets). The Texans also have useful pass catchers at RB and TE with Joe Mixon and Dalton Schultz, creating a scenario that'll make it hard for some (or all) of the players to get as many targets as they might on other teams. On the other hand, Houston's offense has a chance to be one of the most efficient in the league, and adding Diggs could encourage offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik to call pass plays at a higher rate than he did last season.

Collins recorded five receptions on 10 targets for 68 yards in Saturday's 34-10 loss to the Ravens.

Collins was a significant part of the Texans' passing attack as expected, but the team had a tough time moving the ball consistently. That limited Collins' output, though he still managed a 29-yard catch that was the highlight of his day and helped set up a field-goal attempt just before halftime. Though it wasn't the way he would have wanted to end his season, Collins turned in an impressive breakout campaign in which he set career highs in receptions (80), yards (1,297) and touchdowns (eight) across 15 regular season games.

Collins recorded six catches on seven targets for 96 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 45-14 win over the Browns.

Collins was the clear leader of the Texans' receiving corps as Noah Brown (shoulder) was forced out of the game early and did not return. Collins continued to show impressive rapport with C.J. Stroud, as the duo connected on long gains of 38 and 21 yards in addition to a 15-yard touchdown. He narrowly missed out on a bigger day, as Stroud overthrew him when he broke behind the Cleveland defense midway through the second quarter for what would have been a 59-yard touchdown. Regardless, it was an impressive performance, and Collins will continue to lead Houston's receiving corps in its divisional-round matchup.

Collins recorded nine catches on nine targets for 195 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 23-19 win over the Colts.

With both Noah Brown (back) and Robert Woods (hip) inactive, Collins was left as the Texans' clear top pass catcher. He certainly took advantage, recording three catches of more than 20 yards -- the longest of which was a 75-yard touchdown on Houstons' first play from scrimmage. The performance marked Collins' third game with over 160 receiving yards in what was a breakout campaign, and he'll conclude the regular season with 1,297 yards despite missing two contests.

Collins recorded seven receptions on eight targets for 80 yards in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Titans. He added one rush for seven yards.

Collins was one of the few Texans' pass catchers to remain healthy throughout the game, as the team lost both Robert Woods (hip) and Noah Brown (hip) during Sunday's win. As a result, Collins saw plenty of work, though game script ultimately limited to only two targets across the final two quarters of the contest. Houston will be in for a key matchup against the Jaguars in Week 18, and Collins could be relied upon very heavily depending on the health of Brown and Woods.

Collins (calf) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Titans after practicing fully Thursday and Friday.

Collins was listed as limited Wednesday, but back-to-back full sessions have paved the way for the wideout to suit up Sunday and maintain a key role in Houston's passing attack in Week 17. Now further removed from the calf issue that sidelined him in Week 15, Collins' fantasy prospects this weekend are further boosted by the return of top QB C.J. Stroud from a two-game absence.

Collins (calf) was a full practice participant Thursday.

Collins opened Week 17 prep Wednesday as a limited participant, but after getting in a full practice a day later, he should be in the clear for Sunday's game against the Titans. In his return from a one-game absence due to a calf strain in this past Sunday's 36-22 loss to the Browns, Collins played just 35 of 75 offensive snaps (47 percent) and finished with four catches for 18 yards and a touchdown on six targets. With the calf issue now further in the rear-view mirror, Collins should be ready to take on a more bountiful snap count this weekend, and he'll be further aided by the expected return from a two-game absence of quarterback C.J. Stroud, who was a full participant Thursday and looks to be on the cusp of clearing the five-step concussion protocol.

Collins (calf) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Collins returned from a one-week absence for Sunday's 36-22 loss to Cleveland and scored a touchdown in garbage time, but he finished with his worst marks of the season for snap share (47 percent) and yardage (18) apart from the Week 14 contest in which he suffered a calf injury on the opening drive. Collins previously had taken at least 62 percent of Houston's snaps in every appearance this year, with he and Tank Dell (IR - leg) serving as QB C.J. Stroud's top targets for most of the season. Collins is the unquestioned lead guy with Dell now out of the picture until 2024, and there's a good chance he'll get his QB back in the lineup for Sunday's game against Tennessee (Stroud is in Stage 4 of the concussion protocol, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston). The arrow is pointing up, but fantasy managers will feel better about Collins' prospects if he manages a full practice later in the week and/or avoids a game designation on the final injury report. If he remains limited and is listed as questionable, there wi

Collins caught four of six targets for 18 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 36-22 loss to the Browns. He also caught a two-point conversion.

Making his return from a one-game absence due to a calf injury, Collins showed little chemistry with Case Keenum early but did connect with Davis Mills on a five-yard TD in the fourth quarter as the Texans made a futile attempt to come back from a 36-7 deficit. Collins seemed to come out of the game healthy though, and the wideout figures to have a much higher fantasy ceiling in Week 17 against the Titans if C.J. Stroud (concussion) is able to return to the lineup.

Collins (calf) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Collins, who was inactive for last weekend's 19-16 overtime win over the Titans, was listed as questionable for the contest after logging limited practices Wednesday through Friday. With his Sunday availability confirmed, Collins will have an opportunity to step back into a key role in the Texans' Week 16 wideout corps, though he'll be in line to catch passes from Case Keenum, with C.J. Stroud sidelined for a second straight game due to a concussion. Per Kimberley A. Martin of ESPN, coach DeMeco Ryans indicated that Collins won't face any limitations in his return to action following his one-game absence. In 12 games to date, Collins has made his mark by recording a 60/1,004/6 receiving line on 86 targets, a pace that has kept him firmly on the fantasy lineup radar when available.

Collins (calf), who is officially listed as questionable, is expected to suit up Sunday versus Cleveland, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Collins is expected back on the field after a one-game absence, but he'll have to work with Case Keenum as his starter, with C.J. Stroud (concussion) out at least one more week. Official word on Collins' status will arrive 90 minutes ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET Christmas Eve kickoff. Fantasy managers may be tempted to tread cautiously considering Collins' circumstances, but it's worth noting that Noah Brown turned in a massive 8-82-1 performance on 11 targets with Keenum as his quarterback last week, albeit in an easier matchup against Tennessee's defense.

Collins (calf), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, is trending towards playing, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

While the Texans will welcome Collins back with open arms if he's active, it's fair to wonder what kind of fantasy impact the third-year receiver will have with Case Keenum once again starting under center. Noah Brown managed a massive day last Sunday with the veteran passer so it's certainly within reason that Collins could operate in a similar titular role, but the Christmas Eve matchup against Cleveland's outstanding defense is understandably far less attractive. Expect official confirmation regarding Collins' status prior to the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

Collins (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

After sitting out last Sunday's 19-16 overtime win over the Titans with a calf strain, Collins took part in all three of the Texans' practices this week, albeit as a limited participant. He'll take a designation into the weekend after failing to upgrade to full practice participation, but the Texans could still clear him to play Sunday if the coaching and training staffs are comfortable enough with his health. If active this weekend, Collins will be on the receiving end of passes from Case Keenum, who draws a second straight start at quarterback with C.J. Stroud (concussion) having been ruled out.

Collins (calf) remained limited at practice Thursday.

Both Collins (who was inactive in Week 15) and Noah Brown (knee) have started the week with back-to-back limited sessions. Friday's injury report is thus slated to add further context with regard to the duo's chances of suiting up Sunday against the Browns.

Collins (calf) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Initial reports suggested that Collins wasn't going to practice Wednesday, but the wideout's return to a limited session after all offers hope that he can potentially return to action Sunday against the Browns. Also listed as limited Wednesday was fellow WR Noah Brown, who is managing a knee issue.

Collins (strained calf) wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins, who also didn't practice last week before missing this past Sunday's win over the Titans, thus has two more chances to get work in before this weekend's contest against the Browns. If, however, Collins remains unavailable, Noah Brown, Robert Woods and Xavier Hutchinson would be in line to lead the Texans' Week 16 WR corps.

Collins (calf) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Per Aditi Kinkhabwala of NFL Network, Collins took part in a nearly 45-minute-long pregame workout under the observation of team trainers, but the Texans evidently didn't believe the receiver was healthy enough to play through the calf strain he sustained in last week's loss to the Jets. Collins will miss his second game of the season Sunday, leaving Noah Brown, Robert Woods, Xavier Hutchinson, John Metchie and Steven Sims as the available receivers for Texans quarterback Case Keenum, who is making his first start of the season while C.J. Stroud (concussion) is inactive.

Collins (calf), officially listed as questionable, is not expected to play Sunday against the Titans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Collins was unable to practice in any capacity throughout the week but is still considered questionable. If he is forced to sit out, Noah Brown (knee) could take over the team's top pass-catching duties along with Robert Woods and Dalton Schultz. Collins' status will become official shortly before kickoff at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday.

Collins (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Collins' failure to practice all week suggests he's more likely to miss the game than play, but it apparently isn't a given as the Texans head into the weekend and prepare for an early kickoff (1:00 p.m. ET) this Sunday. QB C.J. Stroud (concussion) also missed practice throughout the week and is listed as doubtful, while WR Noah Brown (knee) is listed as questionable after three straight limited practices. If Stroud and Collins both are inactive, the Texans passing game likely will be headlined by QB Davis Mills throwing to Brown, Robert Woods, Xavier Hutchinson, John Metchie and TE Dalton Schultz.

Collins (calf) wasn't present for Friday's practice, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Given that Collins didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, the wideout doesn't seem likely to suit up Sunday against the Titans. If Collins is out this weekend, Noah Brown and Robert Woods would be in line to lead the Texans' Week 15 WR corps, with Xavier Hutchinson and John Metchie also likely to see added opportunities versus Tennessee.

Collins (calf) remained sidelined at Thursday's practice, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Collins didn't practice Wednesday either, which sets the stage for what the wideout is able to do Friday to be pivotal with regard to his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Titans. Also not practicing Thursday for the Texans was starting QB C.J. Stroud, who remains in the NFL's concussion protocol.

Collins (calf) didn't practice Wednesday, but he was present and moving around on the sideline and hopes to play in Sunday's game against Tennessee, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins missed Week 10 with a calf strain but was no worse for the wear after his return, catching 23 passes for 360 yards and two touchdowns Weeks 11-13. He then left Sunday's loss to the Jets in the first quarter and was unable to return, putting his status in doubt for Week 15. QB C.J. Stroud (concussion) and TE Dalton Schultz (hamstring) also are in danger of missing the game at Tennessee, though Schultz returned to practice Wednesday.

Collins (calf) didn't take part in Wednesday's practice, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Collins injured his calf in the first quarter of this past Sunday's 30-6 loss at the Jets and didn't return, leaving the Texans and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud without their top two wide receivers with Tank Dell (fibula) out for the season. While Collins has two more chances to mix into drills this week, the team again may be preparing to operate with a compromised receiving corps on the health front, though tight end Dalton Schultz (hamstring), who missed the last two contests, returned to the field Wednesday. Currently, Noah Brown, Robert Woods, Xavier Hutchinson and John Metchie are Houston's healthy WRs on the active roster.

Collins (calf) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Jets.

With the Texans placing Tank Dell (fibula) on injured reserve earlier this week with a season-ending injury, the loss of Collins now leaves the team without its top two receivers for the second half of Sunday's contest. Collins hauled in his lone target for a 13-yard gain before departing the game in the first quarter. Houston will be left with Noah Brown, Robert Woods, John Metchie and Xavier Hutchinson as its available wideouts for the rest of the day.

Collins suffered a calf injury during Sunday's game at the Jets.

Prior to his exit in the first quarter, Collins had hauled in his only target for 13 yards. With Tank Dell (fibula) out for the season, Texans are left with Noah Brown, Robert Woods, John Metchie and Xavier Hutchinson at wide receiver.

Collins recorded nine receptions on 12 targets for 191 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Broncos.

Collins saw a season-high 12 targets and took over as the Texans' clear top pass catcher after Tank Dell (leg) went down with a season-ending injury in the first quarter. Collins went on to deliver several explosive plays, highlighted by catches of 59 and 52 yards, and he tacked on another reception for 39 yards. He capped off his performance with a three-yard touchdown to give Houston a 12-point lead early in the fourth quarter. Collins has now topped 100 yards in consecutive games and has at least seven receptions in three straight contests. Though it comes through unfortunate circumstances, he'll now be the top producer in the Houston passing offense for the rest of the season.

Collins caught seven of nine targets for 104 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Jaguars.

Collins got into the end zone for the second time since Week 4 on a 17-yard touchdown catch in the fourth quarter, which pulled Houston within three points with 5:15 remaining. He has 20 targets in two games since returning from a one-game absence due to a calf injury. Collins leads the Texans in catches (50) and receiving yards (800) heading into a Week 13 home game against the Broncos.

Collins brought in seven of 11 targets for 65 yards in the Texans' 21-16 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

Collins put together a productive effort in his return from a one-game absence due to a calf injury, finishing second in receptions and receiving yards to Tank Dell while setting the pace in targets. The third-year wideout benefitted to an extent from the absence of Noah Brown (knee), but he should retain a significant role irrespective of whether his teammate is available for a Week 12 divisional home matchup against the Jaguars.

Collins (calf) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Collins managed just one limited session last week before the Texans ruled him out for their Week 10 matchup with the Bengals. After opening this week with back-to-back capped sessions, he progressed to all activity Friday, paving the way for his return to action Sunday. Collins thus is clear to take on an Arizona defense that has yielded the third-most yards per target (9.4) and 12th-most touchdowns (nine) to opposing wide receivers in 10 contests this season.

Collins (calf) remained limited at practice Thursday.

Collins didn't practice at all last week, but with back-to-back limited sessions in the book, he's trending in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Cardinals approaches. For his part, Collins indicated Wednesday that he felt great and believes that he's good to go for Week 11 action, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston.

Collins (calf) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Collins rejoined his teammates after missing Sunday's 30-27 win over the Texans, while fellow WRs Robert Woods (foot) and Noah Brown (knee) were held out of Wednesday's practice. Both absences may be about caution more so than any real risk of missing the game against Arizona this Sunday, but it nonetheless makes for another interesting week of injury reports as fantasy managers try to figure out Houston's likely distribution of targets and touches. Collins told reporters Wednesday that he feels much better and expects to play Week 11, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston.

Collins (calf) was on the field for Wednesday's practice, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

The extent of Collins' practice participation won't be known until the Texans release their first Week 11 injury report later Wednesday, but the wideout is taking a step in the right direction after he was unable to practice in any capacity last week before sitting out Sunday's 30-27 win over the Bengals. Collins leads the Texans this season with 631 receiving yards, but rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud was able to manage just fine without his top receiver Week 10. Stroud completed 23 of 39 attempts for 356 yards, one touchdown and one interception, with Noah Brown (7-172-0 line on eight targets) stepping up to account for nearly half of the yardage total.

Collins (calf) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

Collins initially appeared to be on a path to play against the Bengals after he opened Week 10 prep as a limited participant Wednesday, but after regressing to no participation Thursday and Friday, he'll ultimately sit out Sunday for the first time all season. On a positive note for the Texans, Robert Woods (foot) is listed as questionable but is trending toward putting an end to his two-game absence after practicing fully Friday, and he could end up filling a regular role in three-receiver sets alongside Tank Dell and Noah Brown while Collins is sidelined this weekend.

Collins (calf) wasn't present for Friday's practice, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Collins also missed Thursday's session and is trending in the wrong direction ahead of Sunday's game against the Bengals. If he's out this weekend, Noah Brown would figure to see added Week 10 opportunities alongside Tank Dell and possibly Robert Woods (foot), who returned to a limited practice Thursday.

Collins (calf) didn't participate in practice Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins was a limited participant Wednesday, so the wideout's absence a day later makes Friday's session a pivotal one in terms of deciding his status for Sunday's game against the Bengals. On the plus side from the Texans' perspective, wideout Robert Woods (foot) was taking part in practice Thursday for the first time since Week 6 and could have a chance at putting an end to his two-game absence this weekend.

Collins (calf) was limited at practice Wednesday.

During Sunday's 39-37 win over the Buccaneers, Collins was on the field for 57 of a possible 72 snaps on offense en route to catching three of his five targets for 54 yards and a touchdown. With a limited practice under his belt Wednesday, the wideout's status for this weekend's game against the Bengals will need to be monitored, but if Collins is able to practice fully by Friday he'll have a chance to approach Week 10 action minus an injury designation.

Collins brought in three of five targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 39-37 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

It's difficult to believe Collins accrued only 54 yards and five targets on an afternoon where C.J. Stroud threw for a rookie-record 470 yards on 42 attempts, but the third-year pro played second fiddle to a number of his pass-catching teammates. Nevertheless, Collins was able to salvage his fantasy day with a 14-yard scoring grab in the first quarter, his fourth score of the season. Collins will look to boost his numbers in a Week 10 road matchup against the Bengals that should serve as another good test for Stroud and the Texans' young offense.

Collins caught four of six targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 15-13 loss to the Panthers.

Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud had his worst performance in the NFL, and as a result Collins posted poor numbers despite leading the Texans in catches and targets. The third-year wideout hasn't seen more than six targets in three straight games as the Houston passing attack cools down, but Collins could be more productive in Week 9 against a Buccaneers secondary that came into Sunday having given up the third-most receiving yards in the league to WRs.

Collins caught four of six targets for 80 yards in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Saints.

Collins has already surpassed his previous career high of 481 yards with 547 through the first six games of his breakout third NFL season. The 24-year-old wide receiver heads into Houston's Week 7 bye having reached 80 yards in four of six games with 2023 second overall pick C.J. Stroud throwing him the football. Collins' next game will be against the Panthers in Week 8.

Collins brought in three of four targets for 39 yards in the Texans' 21-19 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.

Collins finished a distant third in receiving yards on the afternoon for the Texans while frequently dealing with the sticky coverage of a talented Falcons secondary. The third-year pro's reception and yardage totals were both his second-lowest figures of the season, and the underwhelming performance came on the heels of his season-best 168-yard, two-touchdown tally in Week 4 against the Steelers. Collins will look to atone for the relatively quiet day in a Week 6 home matchup against the Saints.

Collins caught seven of nine targets for 168 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 30-6 win over the Steelers.

The third-year wideout was on the other end of both of C.J. Stroud's TD passes on the afternoon while also accounting for 54.9 percent of the rookie QB's passing yards. No other Texan caught more than three passes in the game, but Stroud has little reason to look anyone else's way with Collins torching the Pittsburgh secondary. It's already his second game this season with more than 140 receiving yards, and Collins will look to keep rolling in Week 5 against the Falcons.

Collins brought in two of three targets for 34 yards in the Texans' 37-17 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

Collins finished tied with Robert Woods for a distant second in receiving yards to Tank Dell for the afternoon, a far cry from the 13-226-1 line the third-year receiver had put up on 20 targets over the first two weeks. Despite Sunday's downturn, the chemistry Collins has already demonstrated with rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud is sure to serve the duo well more often than not, and the big-bodied wideout will look to bounce back at the expense of the Steelers in a Week 4 home matchup.

Collins secured seven of nine targets for 146 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 31-20 loss to the Colts on Sunday.

Collins tied for the team lead in receptions while setting the pace in receiving yards by a comfortable margin. The fourth-year pro made a spectacular contested catch on his touchdown grab, an eight-yard reception in traffic late in the first quarter. Collins has been rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud's favorite receiver through the first two games of the second overall pick's professional career, as he'll carry a 13-226-1 line on 20 targets into a Week 3 divisional road clash against the Jaguars.

Collins brought in six of 11 targets for 80 yards in the Texans' 25-9 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

Collins finished as the Texans' leader in receptions, receiving yards and targets for the afternoon, demonstrating some encouraging chemistry with rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud in his pro debut. The third-year speedster already slots in as Houston's de facto No. 1 receiver, so the heavy volume and success Sunday isn't surprising. Collins will have a more appealing matchup on paper in Week 2, when the Texans welcome in a Colts team that surrendered an eight catch, 101-yard performance to the Jaguars' Calvin Ridley in Week 1.

Collins had two receptions on three targets for 21 yards in Saturday's preseason loss to Miami.

Collins didn't see much action in the Texans' preseason opener against New England last Thursday (one catch for eight yards), so it was encouraging to see him get more involved in quarterback C.J. Stroud's second exhibition start. The 24-year-old projects to start atop a thin Houston receiver depth chart, so we could see the third-year wideout's production increase from the 35 receptions and 473.5 yards he averaged in his first two seasons as a pro. Collins will look to continue developing a rapport with his rookie signal-caller as Week 1 approaches.

Collins "appeared to be" C.J. Stroud's "favorite target" during OTAs and minicamp, ESPN's DJ Bien-Aime reports.

With Brandin Cooks now in Dallas, Collins has a chance to claim No. 1 receiver duties in Houston. Veteran Robert Woods was signed to help replace some of Cooks' production, but Collins needs to take a step forward in his third season. New coach DeMeco Ryans singled out Collins as "the big guy with probably the best hands on the team" when discussing Houston's wideout group. At 6-foot-4 and 215 pounds, Collins has prototypical size on the outside. Stroud is easily the best quarterback he'll have played with for the Texans.

Collins (foot) was on the field practicing during the first day of organized team activities Tuesday.

Collins' season was cut short in 2022 after Week 13 due to a foot injury. With last year's top wideout, Brandin Cooks, in Dallas, Collins is in line for a bigger role. He and 10-year veteran Robert Woods are expected to be the top two targets. Behind them is Noah Brown and a slew of young receivers that have yet to play a game in the NFL.

Collins (foot) was placed on the reserve/injured list Friday.

Collins will miss the remainder of the season. The 23-year-old wide receiver finishes up the 2022 campaign with 37 catches for 481 yards and two touchdowns on 66 targets across 10 games. Brandin Cooks is expected to return from a calf injury Sunday against the Titans and will likely command plenty of volume given Houston's dearth of viable alternatives.

Collins (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Titans.

While Collins is slated to miss his third straight game, Brandin Cooks (calf) is listed as questionable after practicing fully Wednesday and Thursday, while Chris Moore (foot) is questionable on the heels of limited sessions this week. Collins' next chance to rejoin the Texans' wideout corps for game action will arrive Jan. 1 against the Jaguars.

Collins (foot) remained sidelined at practice Wednesday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Collins, who was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report, has one more chance to get a session in before the Texans' Week 16 injury report is submitted, but at this stage the wideout's status for Saturday's game against the Titans is cloudy.

The Texans listed Collins (foot) as a non-participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report.

Collins hasn't taken the field in any fashion over the Texans' last seven practice sessions, missing two games along the way. Fellow wideout Brandin Cooks (calf) has been sidelined for Houston's last three games, but he appears to have a better shot than Collins at playing Saturday in Tennessee. Cooks practiced on a limited basis last Thursday and Friday and maintained that level of activity on Tuesday's estimated report. Meanwhile, Chris Moore -- who has drawn 20 targets over the past two contests -- was listed as limited Tuesday due to a foot issue, so the availability of each of Houston's top three receivers for the Week 16 game is in flux at the moment.

Collins (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

The same goes for Brandin Cooks (calf) , which sets the stage for Chris Moore, Phillip Dorsett and Amari Rodgers to continue to lead the Texans' wideout corps this weekend. Collins will now target a potential return to action in Week 16 against the Titans.

Collins (foot) remains sidelined for Thursday's practice, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Wilson reported after Collins sat out Wednesday's practice that the receiver was trending toward missing a second straight game Sunday against the Chiefs, and his continued absence from Week 15 prep seemingly supports that sentiment. On a brighter note for Houston, Brandin Cooks (calf) -- who has missed the Texans' past two games -- returned to practice Thursday in full pads and would seem to have a better chance than Collins at suiting up this weekend. The Texans will provide an update on the statuses of both receivers following their final practice of the week Friday.

Collins (foot), who didn't practice Wednesday, is trending toward missing a second straight game Sunday against the Chiefs, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Brandin Cooks (calf) joined Collins as a non-participant in the Texans' first Week 15 practice and also appears to be in line to sit out Sunday, which would mark Cooks' third straight absence. While both Collins and Cooks were sidelined for last Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Cowboys, Chris Moore, Phillip Dorsett and Amari Rodgers served as Houston's starting receivers. Moore was the standout performer of the trio, finishing the Week 14 game with a career-high 10 receptions for 124 yards on 11 targets.

Collins (foot) didn't practice Wednesday.

The same goes for Brandin Cooks (calf), which clouds the duo's status for Sunday's game against Kansas City. If neither player is able to return to action this weekend, Chris Moore, Phillip Dorsett and Amari Rodgers would be in line to continue to lead the Texans' wideout corps in Week 15.

Collins (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

With Brandin Cooks (calf) also ruled out for the contest, Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore are in line to lead the Texans' wideout corps Sunday in QB Davis Mills' return to the starting lineup. Collins will now target a potential return to action in Week 15 against the Chiefs.

Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com suggests that Collins (foot) is trending toward missing Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Meanwhile, Wilson indicates that Brandin Cooks (calf) is a candidate to the miss the contest as well. If neither player is able to suit up this weekend, added Week 14 wideout snaps would be available for Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore. Friday's final injury report will add further context to Collins' playing prospects, but at this stage it looks like the Texans could be without their top two pass-catchers versus Dallas.

Collins (foot) wasn't dressed for Thursday's practice and is set to be listed as a non-participant on the Texans' second injury report of the week, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

With Collins and Brandin Cooks (calf) both sitting out their second straight practices, the Texans look as though they could be in danger of playing without both of their top receivers in Sunday's game against the Cowboys. Before a decision is made on whether either wideout carries a designation into the weekend, the Texans will see if Collins and Cooks can get back on the practice field in some capacity Friday.

Collins was listed as a non-participant in Thursday's practice due to a foot injury.

Initial reports indicated that Collins would be deemed limited Wednesday, but he'll officially go down as a 'DNP' in the Texans' first practice of the week. The same applies to Brandin Cooks (calf), clouding the status of the team's top two wideouts as Sunday's game against the Cowboys approaches.

Collins (undisclosed) was limited at practice Wednesday, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.

The Texans' upcoming injury report will reveal what limited the wideout Wednesday. Collins is coming off a Week 13 effort in which he caught three passes on a team-high 10 targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in this past Sunday's 27-14 loss to the Browns.

Collins recorded three receptions on 10 targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-14 loss to the Browns.

Collins was the clear leader of the Texans' receiving corps with Brandin Cooks (calf) sidelined. Through two quarters, Collins managed to record only one reception on six targets. However, he managed to salvage his day with a six-yard touchdown catch in the final two minutes of the game. While Collins should continue to see plenty of volume, he's turned 36 targets into only 176 yards across his last four games.

Collins is in line for more work Sunday against the Browns with Brandin Cooks (calf) unavailable, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

The Texans' passing game isn't exactly running on all cylinders at the moment with quarterback Kyle Allen running the offense. During Allen's 215-yard, one-touchdown and two-interception performance on 26-for-39 passing this past Sunday in Miami, Collins accounted for six catches (on nine targets) for 44 yards. Still, Collins will be facing a Cleveland defense that has given up the 11th-most YPT (8.5) to opposing wide receivers this season, so an elevated target share may result in a fruitful outing for him this weekend.

Collins secured six of nine targets for 44 yards in the Texans' 30-15 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

Collins led the Texans in receptions and targets on the afternoon in the losing effort. The second-year wideout has at least five receptions in three straight but under 50 yards in four consecutive contests heading into a Week 13 home matchup against the Browns.

Collins brought in five of seven targets for 48 yards in the Texans' 23-10 loss to the Commanders on Sunday.

Collins shared the team lead in receptions and targets while finishing second in receiving yards behind Brandin Cooks. The second-year wideout has back-to-back five-catch efforts going into a Week 12 matchup against the Dolphins, but his greatest value comes in PPR formats given the limitations of his quarterback.

Collins (groin) returned to a full practice Thursday.

Collins was limited Wednesday, but his return to a full session Thursday puts him on track to suit up and start opposite Brandin Cooks on Sunday versus the Commanders. In the Texans' Week 10 loss to the Giants, Collins caught five passes on a team-high 10 targets for 49 yards and a touchdown, and he'll once again be a focal part of the team's passing game in Week 11 versus a Washington defense that is allowing an average of 212.7 passing yards per game to date.

Collins (groin) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Collins was also limited last week, but he played through his groin issue in this past Sunday's loss to the Giants en route to logging 50 of a possible 64 snaps on offense while catching five of his team-high 10 targets for 49 yards and a TD. With no reported setbacks in the contest, it's possible that Collins' listed limitations Wednesday are a result of rep management ahead of this weekend's game against the Commanders.

Collins recorded five receptions on 10 targets for 49 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Giants.

Collins returned from a two-game absence to lead the Texans in targets, receptions and yards. His longest catch of the day went for 13 yards, but the highlight of his performance was a 12-yard touchdown catch midway through the third quarter. Collins has topped 70 receiving yards only once this season, but he has a consistent role in the offense while managing at least three receptions in each of his last four games.

Collins (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Collins is making his return from a two-game absence and isn't expected to face any major restrictions with his playing time after managing three limited practices this week. Though the second-year wideout has yet to find the end zone in 2022, he's played no fewer than two-thirds of the snaps in the five games he's been able to finish this season and has averaged three receptions for 54.4 yards on 5.4 targets in those contests.

Collins (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, is expected to play, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Collins sat out the Texans' past two games due to the groin issue, but Wilson notes that the receiver had a good week of practice after participating on a limited basis Wednesday through Friday. His availability for Sunday's contest should be confirmed with the release of the Texans' inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. ET kickoff. In six appearances on the season, Collins has recorded 18 receptions for 305 yards and no touchdowns on 30 targets.

Collins (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Following a two-game absence, Collins looks to have a decent shot at returning to action this weekend in New York after he was a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday. Additionally, the Texans could get Brandin Cooks (wrist, questionable) back from a one-game absence, which would result in Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore moving back into lesser roles within Houston's receiving corps. Collins has yet to record a touchdown in his six appearances on the season, but he's shown some big-play ability with gains of over 20 yards on seven of his 18 receptions.

Collins (groin) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Collins has sat out the Texans' last two games, but his consecutive limited practices to kick off Week 10 prep seemingly have him trending in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Giants approaches. In order to avoid carrying a designation into that contest, however, Collins will likely need to graduate to full participation in Friday's practice.

Collins (groin) returned to practice Wednesday as a limited participant.

Collins is hoping to return for Sunday's road game against the Giants after missing the past two contests. Fellow wideout Phillip Dorsett (ankle) was also a limited participant Wednesday, while Brandin Cooks (wrist/personal) is back with the team but didn't practice.

Coach Lovie Smith said Monday that he's hopeful Collins (groin) is able to practice ahead of Week 10, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.

Collins has missed back-to-back games due to a groin injury, but he appears to be progressing well and could return to practice ahead of Week 10. The rookie wideout will likely have to log at least one full participation to be cleared for game action, but his potential return to practice is still an encouraging sign, even if it's in a limited fashion.

Collins (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Eagles.

Meanwhile, Brandin Cooks (wrist/not injury-related) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate and is listed as questionable for the contest. If Cooks joins Collins on the inactive list Thursday, Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore would be in line to lead the Texans' wideout corps versus Philadelphia. Collins will aim for a potential return to action Week 10 against the Giants.

Collins (groin) didn't practice Tuesday and appears unlikely to play in Thursday's game against the Eagles, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Collins has yet to resume any practice activity since injuring his groin in the Texans' Week 7 loss to the Raiders and will face an uphill battle to make it back on the field for Houston's Week 9 contest. If Collins is in fact sidelined for a second straight game Thursday, the likes of Phillip Dorsett, Chris Moore and Tyron Johnson would likely take on more reps at receiver alongside No. 1 target Brandin Cooks (personal), who sat out Tuesday's practice but remains with the Texans after not being dealt ahead of the trade deadline.

Collins (groin) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate.

Collins was inactive Sunday against the Titans, with Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle relaying via coach Lovie Smith that "it's going to be hard" For the wideout to be ready for Thursday night's game against the Eagles. If Collins remains out versus Philadelphia, Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore would see added WR snaps once again in Week 9 alongside Brandin Cooks.

Collins (groin) was downgraded Saturday and will not play Sunday against the Titans.

Collins didn't practice all week due to a groin injury, but there still was some hope the second-year starter would be able to suit up Sunday. With Collins sidelined Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore could see an increased role, and that's without the possible absence of Brandin Cooks who is also questionable for Sunday's contest due to a wrist injury (and a flurry of trade rumors to boot).

Collins (groin) didn't practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Collins was unable to practice at all throughout the week, so he'll likely need to progress substantially to play come Sunday. Given that context, it's no surprise that the Texans don't expect Collins to play, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston. If Collins is out or limited, Phillip Dorsett will likely take on a larger role against the pedestrian Titans secondary. Dorsett got into the end zone after Collins got hurt in the Week 7 loss to the Raiders.

Collins (groin) isn't participating in Thursday's practice, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Though Texans head coach Lovie Smith has already noted that the groin injury Collins suffered in the team's Week 7 loss to the Raiders isn't a season-ending concern, the wideout seems likely to miss at least one game, and a stint on injured reserve could still be in play. Collins has now missed two straight practices to begin Week 8 prep, and though he hasn't been ruled out from playing in Sunday's game against the Titans, he'll face an uphill battle to gain clearance for that contest. Phillip Dorsett would be the main beneficiary from added playing time if Collins ends up sitting out this weekend.

Houston head coach Lovie Smith said Collins' groin injury is not season ending and hopes to have wide receiver back "sooner than later," Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Collins missed the first day of practice Wednesday in preparation for Sunday's late afternoon tilt against the Titans. While it sounds like Collins may miss some time, the Texans are not ruling him out for Week 8. If he can't go, then Phillip Dorsett, who replaced Collins in Week 7's loss to the Raiders, is expected fill the No. 2 wideout spot.

Collins (groin) isn't participating in Wednesday's practice, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

According to Wilson, the Texans are viewing Collins as day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans after he exited the team's Week 7 loss to the Raiders with the groin injury. If Collins is unable to overcome the groin issue in time for Sunday, Phillip Dorsett would likely pick up more reps alongside Brandin Cooks and Chris Moore in three-receiver sets.

Collins (groin) was ruled out of Sunday's game in Las Vegas.

Collins thus will end Week 7 action with three catches (on three targets) for 33 yards. With fellow wide receiver Tyler Johnson a healthy scratch Sunday, the Texans are down to Brandin Cooks, Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett at the position.

Collins departed Sunday's game at Las Vegas due to a groin injury.

At the time the health concern was announced early in the fourth quarter, Collins had three catches (on three targets) for 33 yards to his name. If Collins is unable to return, Brandin Cooks, Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett will the Texans' available wide receivers with Tyler Johnson a healthy scratch Week 7.

Collins (Achilles/wrist) practiced fully Thursday, ProFootballNetwork.com's Aaron Wilson reports.

A full practice for Collins all but settles that he's in line to start and be ready for his usual workload against the Raiders on Sunday. Hopefully the Week 6 bye allowed Collins to reach 100 percent health, because he quietly produced at an encouraging level before the bye (13 catches for 246 yards on 24 targets in he prior four games), though Collins will still be looking for his first touchdown of the season as the Texans head to Las Vegas.

Collins (Achilles, wrist) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

It's his first appearance on the injury report this year, following a Week 6 outing with 4-65-0 on six targets in a 13-6 win over Jacksonville. Assuming neither the Achilles nor wrist injury is a major hinderance, Collins will handle his usual role as Houston's No. 2 receiver this Sunday against the Raiders.

Collins had four receptions (six targets) for 65 yards in Sunday's 13-6 win over the Jaguars.

Collins led the Texans in receiving for the second week in a row, seeing his role increase at the expense of veteran co-starter Brandin Cooks (four receptions for 20 yards). The 2021 third-round pick has flashed some big-play ability to go along with his 6-foot-4 frame. That said, Collins is entering a bye week and will still have a struggling Davis Mills under center when the Texans take on the Raiders in Week 7.

Collins caught three of five targets for 82 yards in Sunday's 34-24 loss to the Chargers.

Collins led the Texans in receiving yards, with a long gain of 58 fueling his performance and helping him post his highest yardage of the campaign. Through four games, however, Collins is yet to find the end zone, leaving something to be desired ahead of Week 5's matchup versus the Jaguars.

Collins caught two of four targets for 41 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to Chicago in Week 3.

Collins was the second leading receiver in terms of yards behind Chris Moore (63) and for the second straight week produced more than lead wideout Brandin Cooks (22). He had one of the four plays in the passing game that gained more than 20 yards. Collins has eight catches on 16 targets for 125 yards (15.6 YPC) through three games.

Collins brought in four of nine targets for 58 yards in the Texans' 16-9 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.

Collins paced the Texans in receiving yardage while sharing the team lead in receptions with Brandin Cooks. The numbers, including the target share, was a notable improvement from Week 1 for Collins, who'd posted a 2-26 line on just three targets in the tie with the Colts. Collins certainly has the talent and opportunity to grow along with Mills in the Texans offense, and he'll look to carry over his Week 2 momentum into a Week 3 road battle versus the Bears next Sunday.

Collins brought in two of three targets for 26 yards in the Texans' 20-20 overtime tie with the Colts on Sunday.

Collins drew the start alongside Brandin Cooks, but he was only able to deliver modest numbers overall. The second-year wideout certainly has the talent to make an impact in the offense over the course of the season while developing alongside fellow sophomore Davis Mills, but a Week 2 surge may be an uphill battle with a road matchup against the Broncos on tap next Sunday.

Collins didn't catch his only target in Thursday's 17-0 preseason win over the 49ers.

Collins also drew a pass interference penalty on Houston's opening drive to set up Dameon Pierce's one-yard touchdown run. The second-year wide receiver was thrown to once more on Houston's second drive but had a quiet night in a dress rehearsal game that saw starting quarterback Davis Mills play into the second half. Collins should have opportunities to contribute as the leading candidate to start at wide receiver opposite Brandin Cooks, but Houston's third-round selection in the 2021 NFL Draft has yet to establish himself as a consistent playmaker in the NFL.

Collins brought in four of six targets for 48 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 24-20 preseason win over the Rams on Friday night. He also committed a fumble recovered by Houston.

The second-year wideout hauled in an 18-yard scoring grab from Davis Mills with one second remaining in the first half to give Houston its only points over the two quarters. Collins is projected to fill the No. 2 receiver role alongside top target Brandin Cooks, and Friday's showing was a particularly welcome sight after he hadn't logged so much as a single target in the exhibition opener versus the Saints.

Collins was not targeted in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over the Saints.

Collins had a chance to exist as the No. 1 wide receiver within the Texans' first-team offense as veteran Brandin Cooks didn't suit up for the preseason opener, but the former ultimately played sparingly as Houston opened the contest with back-to-back three and outs. Collins figures to see additional run with the starters when the Texans travel to Los Angeles for another preseason tilt against the Rams on Friday.

Collins is working on route running to make sure his body mechanics look the same regardless of the route he's running, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

The Texans hope Collins can take a big leap during his second season after finishing a distance second to Brandin Cooks in his rookie 2021 season. In addition to disguising his routes better, Collins worked extensively during the offseason with quarterback Davis Mills in an effort to develop chemistry. The duo hooked up on a couple of throws during the second day of camp Saturday, indicating the time put in during the offseason is working. The 6-foot-4 wide receiver could become a significant red zone target for Houston, which ranked 27th in the NFL, scoring a touchdown on just 51.3 percent of its red zone trips.

Texans quarterback Davis Mills mentioned Collins as a player that stood out during organized team activities, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports. The quarterback made note of Collins' "grasp of the offense."

Although the Texans are expected to lean on the running game in 2022, their pass catchers are considered the offense's strength, led by Brandin Cooks and Collins. Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reported the second-year wideout looked much stronger within his 6-foot-4 frame. He spent a portion of the offseason working with Mills and other members of the offense in Atlanta, per Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site. The goal of the workouts was for young receivers like Collins and tight end Brevin Jordan to work on timing and chemistry with Mills. "It's going to be important that Nico and Brevin and some of the other young pass receiving guys that we have work together with our quarterback to develop more of a sense of continuity and that level of trust that we are going to need to be able to play fast and anticipate our throws and attack our opponents with rhythm and timing in our passing game," offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton said. Collins had 33 catches for 446 yards and one touchdown in 2021.

Collins recorded three receptions on eight targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 28-25 loss to the Titans.

Collins stepped into an expanded role due to the absence of Chris Conley (knee) and an early departure for Brandin Cooks (knee). He wasn't particularly efficient in terms of his catch rate, though he still managed 8.4 yards per target. Each of Collins' receptions impressive, as he showed the ability to beat the Titans' secondary deep over the middle, deep down the sideline and also in contested situations. Though his rookie season didn't end with gaudy totals, Collins ended the season having recorded multiple receptions in each of his last five games. With Conley and Danny Amendola set to hit free agency, Collins could be in for a second-year jump in production.

Collins had two receptions (five targets) for 35 yards in Sunday's 23-7 loss to San Francisco.

Brandin Cooks drew the majority of Davis Mills' attention, leaving scraps for Collins and the rest of the Texans' thin receiving corps. The 2021 third-round pick remained second in the wide receiver pecking order, finishing third in targets behind Cooks (11) and Rex Burkhead (six). Collins doesn't receive enough volume in this offense to warrant attention from fantasy managers heading into a Week 18 matchup against the Titans.

Collins recorded three receptions on four targets for 33 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 41-29 win over the Chargers.

Collins saw an increased role in the absence of Brandin Cooks (illness), though Davis Mills spread targets evenly around to all of his receiving options. Collins did take advantage of the looks he received however, highlighted by a 13-yard touchdown reception late in the fourth quarter that put Houston up by two scores. It was the first trip to the end zone of his career, though he figures to revert back to a supplemental role assuming Cooks is back for a Week 17 matchup against San Francisco.

Texans offensive coordinator Tim Kelly said Thursday that Collins will likely assume a more prominent role in the Houston passing attack Sunday against the Chargers while Brandin Cooks (illness) is on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site reports.

Cooks wasn't able to clear the NFL's COVID-19 return-to-play protocols in advance of the Week 16 contest, while Danny Amendola (knee) was activated from injured reserve but will be inactive Sunday. That leaves Houston with few established options at receiver heading into the game, with Collins presumably the top candidate to serve as the Texans' de facto No. 1 receiver. Collins demonstrated a rapport with Davis Mills in the Week 14 loss to Seattle (five receptions for 69 yards and a touchdown), but the rookie wideout dropped down to four targets in the Week 15 win over the Jaguars while the Texans leaned more heavily on the ground game. Assuming the favored Chargers are able to sit on a lead for most of the day, the Texans will be forced into catchup mode, potentially making Collins a sneaky play in fantasy playoff matchups.

Collins secured two of four targets for 14 yards in the Texans' 30-16 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

Just a week after logging a career-high 10 targets against the Seahawks, Collins saw a significant downturn in involvement Sunday. The rookie's yardage tally was his third lowest of the season as far as games where he'd recorded at least one catch. Despite the disappointing performance, Collins' talent and speed could well allow him to quickly recapture his rhythm with fellow first-year battery mate Davis Mills during a Week 16 home matchup against the Chargers.

Collins caught five of 10 targets for 69 yards in Sunday's 33-13 loss to Seattle.

Collins enjoyed season highs in catches, targets and yards in the Week 14 loss. What's significant for the rookie wideout is that the Texans turned over the controls of offense to rookie quarterback Davis Mills. Houston is in full-on evaluation mode, which includes establishing a potential 2022 collaboration of Mills and Collins. Only Brandin Cooks had more targets (11) than Collins, who had seven more than Phillip Dorsett and eight more than Chris Conley.

Collins (thigh) practiced fully Thursday.

Dealing with an injury to a fourth different body part this season, Collins has followed up Wednesday's capped session with every rep one day later. He's thus ready to take on a Seahawks defense Sunday that has allowed just 7.2 yards per target (sixth fewest in the NFL) and seven touchdowns (third least) to wide receivers in 2021.

Collins (thigh) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday.

Collins has spent time on injured reserve this season due to a shoulder injury and also had practice limitations due to foot and hip issues. Despite it all, he's played in seven straight games en route to 16 catches (on 26 targets) for 189 yards and no touchdowns during that stretch. Assuming he puts the current health concern behind him, Collins will continue to operate behind Brandin Cooks and alongside Chris Conley at wide receiver.

Collins did not catch his lone target in Sunday's 31-0 loss to the Colts.

For the first time this season, Collins failed to register a reception, but he continues to play a prominent role as the No. 2 wideout. The rookie had averaged a little more than four targets per game over the previous six contests. He'll remain as the second wideout over the final weeks of the season, as the franchise looks to set him up for 2022. In the present, however, Collins doesn't bring much value. The product of Michigan has just 18 catches over nine games and has yet to score. The problem is the team, which ranks last in total offense and next-to-last in passing offense.

Collins (hip) caught two of five targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Jets.

Collins has topped the 50-yard mark only once, and the rookie third-round pick is still searching for his first career touchdown. He'll continue to play a starting role in Houston's low-octane passing attack in Week 13 against the Colts.

Collins (hip) is active for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Collins' availability for Week 12 looked to be in peril after he was added to the injury report Friday with a hip issue that rendered him questionable for the contest, but the Texans are evidently confident enough in his health to have him suit up Sunday. Since returning Week 6 from a three-game stint on injured reserve, Collins has had a regular role in three-receiver sets for the Texans, playing no fewer than 57 percent of the offensive snaps in any of his five appearances. The solid role has yet to translate into major fantasy production, however, as Collins has put together a 14-161-0 receiving line on 20 targets during that stretch.

Collins is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets after logging a limited practice Friday due to a hip issue.

Given that Collins caught just one of two targets for nine yards in last week's win over Tennessee, he profiles as a speculative Week 12 fantasy lineup option, more so now that he was added to the Texans' injury report Friday. In any case, those hoping that Collins can bounce back this weekend, will gain clarity on his availability prior to the first wave of games Sunday, with Houston kicking off at 1:00 ET.

Collins caught one of two targets for nine yards in Sunday's 22-13 win over Tennessee.

Collins had experienced an uptick in targets since returning from a foot injury Week 6, but Sunday's sloppy conditions and Houston's dedication to running ball (although ineffectively) conspired to limit him. He remains the second wideout on the depth chart behind Brandin Cooks, and the rookie should continue to get ample playing time the rest of the season.

Collins secured all three targets for 25 yards in the Texans' 17-9 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

The rookie turned in an underwhelming performance following a career-best four-catch, 55-yard effort in Week 8 against the Rams. Collins does have multiple grabs in four straight contests, and perhaps the talented rookie will be able to progressively build up his production the longer he gets a chance to work with a capable veteran in Tyrod Taylor.

Collins caught four receptions for 55 yards on four targets against the Rams on Sunday.

Collins was very efficient with his four targets and his 55 yards were the second-highest on the team behind WR1 Brandin Cooks (six receptions for 83 yards and one touchdown on six targets), but it would have been nice to see him draw more than four targets on a day where the Texans attempted 39 pass attempts. Still, the rookie third-round pick is quietly playing well over the last three weeks, catching 10 of 15 targets in that span for 127 yards. He's making a credible push for the WR2 role behind Cooks, but Collins still needs to shake Chris Conley and Danny Amendola to establish himself to that extent.

Collins caught two of five targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 31-5 loss to Arizona.

Collins' 28 yards led all wideouts, which indicates all you need to know about the state of Houston's offense; they've been outscored 62-8 the last two weeks. During that time, Collins has emerged as the No. 2 wideout. He's been targeted 11 times while playing 60 percent of the snaps the last two weeks, second only to Brandin Cooks among Houston's wideouts. Unfortunately, rookie quarterback Davis Mills is undergoing a steep learning curve in real time, and NFL defenses are taking advantage. The Texans may get Tyrod Taylor (hamstring) back this week. Taylor's return could benefit all concerned.

Collins (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Collins, who was a limited practice participant both Thursday and Friday, will give it a go Sunday and look to build off the four-catch (on six targets) for 44 yards effort he logged in a Week 6 loss to the Colts. Also in the Texans' WR mix Sunday will be top option Brandin Cooks, slot man Danny Amendola, as well as Chris Conley and Chris Moore. With Davis Mills drawing another start at QB for Houston versus 6-0 Arizona, however, Collins profiles as a hit-or-miss fantasy lineup option in Week 7.

Collins (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Arizona, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Collins was a limited participant both Thursday and Friday as a result of the foot injury. With the Texans expected to fall behind significantly against the league's last undefeated team, the rookie third-round pick could be in line for ample target volume if he suits up. Should Collins sit, Chris Conley (neck) would likely play the majority of snaps on the outside opposite Brandin Cooks, though Conley's questionable himself.

Collins was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a foot injury.

Collins was sidelined for Weeks 3 through 5 with a shoulder injury, but he returned to action in last week's loss to the Colts and recorded four receptions for 44 yards on six targets. Since Collins wasn't listed on Wednesday's practice report, the shoulder doesn't seem to be bothering him any longer, but his addition to Thursday's report with the foot issue could be indicative of an in-practice injury. Ultimately, Collins' activity at Friday's practice will determine whether he takes a designation into Sunday's game in Arizona.

Collins caught four of six targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to Indianapolis.

Collins returned from a three-week stay on the injured list due to a shoulder injury. While the Texans suffered another bad defeat, Collins is a hopeful sign. He played 43 snaps for a season-high 57-percent share and looks to be an emerging target for rookie quarterback Davis Mills. Brandin Cooks is the clear No. 1, but the rookie third-round pick out of Michigan should get plenty of opportunities for a team that figures to play from behind a lot.

Collins (shoulder) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

It's a bit surprising to see Collins activated so soon given he was just designated to practice earlier this week. As a result, Saturday's roster move has to be a positive sign regarding his health moving forward. The 2021 third-round pick was a popular sleeper entering the year given the lack of notable starting receivers opposite Brandin Cooks. That hasn't changed in Collins' absence, though the switch to Davis Mills might complicate things somewhat given the two theoretically haven't had much time to practice with one another. At the very least, the 6-foot-4 target is worth a speculative add in deeper formats given his immense potential in an offense that is still sorely lacking a second quality pass catcher.

The Texans have designated Collins (shoulder) to return from IR.

The transaction kicks off a 21-day window for Collins to resume participating in practice, in which span he can bump back to the active roster at any time. A shoulder injury kept the rookie third-round pick sidelined for the past three games. He could retake the field as early as Sunday's road matchup against the Colts.

Collins (shoulder) is slated to return to practice this week, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Per Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site, Collins, who is on IR, is on track to practice in a limited fashion this week, so it remains unclear at this stage if the wideout will be ready to play Sunday against the Colts.

Houston head coach David Culley said Collins (shoulder) is not expected to return when eligible Week 6, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

Culley is unable to offer a timetable for Collins' return, but it's a safe bet he'll have a sizable role when he does next take the field. The rookie played 55.1 percent of the offensive snaps in Week 1, then recorded a 32-yard catch-and-run on the first drive of Week 2 before sustaining the shoulder injury.

The Texans placed Collins (shoulder) on injured reserve Tuesday.

The roster move ensures that Collins won't be available to play for the Texans until their Week 6 matchup with the Colts on Oct. 17. Though the details regarding Collins' shoulder injury remain vague, prior reports suggested that he'll be in store for a 3-to-4-week recovery timeline. Houston added tight end Antony Auclair from the practice squad to take Collins' spot on the 53-man roster.

Texans head coach David Culley confirmed Tuesday that Collins (shoulder) won't play Thursday against the Panthers, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Houston hasn't offered up many details on the shoulder injury Collins suffered in the Week 2 loss to the Browns, but Culley said Monday that the rookie's medical concern is "pretty significant," per Kubena. Meanwhile, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that Collins is likely facing a 3-to-4-week recovery timeline from the injury, making the 22-year-old a candidate for injured reserve. Culley indicated that Jordan Veasy and/or Chris Moore could be elevated from the practice squad ahead of Thursday's game to give the Texans another perimeter receiver. Through his first two NFL contests, Collins hauled in two of four targets for 39 yards across 45 offensive snaps.

Collins (shoulder) is expected to miss 3-4 weeks due to the injury he suffered in Sunday's loss to the Browns, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Collins has compiled two catches through two games, so the rookie third-round pick's absence is unlikely to have much of an effect on Houston's offense. Anthony Miller should see an uptick in playing time while Collins recovers, though Brandin Cooks remains the only member of the Texans' receiving corps that's expected to make a significant impact on a weekly basis.

Coach David Culley said Monday that Collins (shoulder) is dealing with a "pretty significant" injury, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

Although Collins' injury is considered relatively significant, Culley didn't rule the receiver out for Thursday night's matchup against the Panthers. The 22-year-old has totaled two receptions for 39 yards across the first two weeks of the season, but Andre Roberts could see increased work in Week 3 if Collins is unavailable.

Collins left Sunday's game against the Browns with a shoulder injury, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

Prior to his exit from the contest, Collins caught his only target for 32 yards. In his absence, Brandin Cooks, Chris Conley and Danny Amendola are in line to head the Texans' Week 2 WR corps.

Collins caught one of three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 37-21 win of the Jaguars.

Collins, a 2021 third-round draft pick, was second among wide receivers with 43 snaps (55 percent), trailing only No. 1 wideout Brandin Cooks. When Houston made Anthony Miller (coach's decision) inactive, it was unclear how the playing time would be distributed, but Collins and Chris Conley(40 snaps) were given the most run after Cooks. Danny Amendola, recently added to the roster, was fourth among the wideouts at 17 snaps but equaled the targets of the Cooks/Conley duo.

Collins recorded two receptions on six targets for 16 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason game against Tampa Bay.

Collins entered the game with the first-team offense, but he played into the third quarter and was targeted by both Tyrod Taylor and Davis Mills. He wasn't particularly efficient with either signal caller, though he did manage an 11-yard touchdown connection with Mills midway through the third quarter. Collins isn't likely to play a huge role in Week 1 against Jacksonville, though he could overtake players such as Chris Conley or Keke Coutee for a role as the season wears on.

Collins (undisclosed) returned for Monday's brief walkthrough practice, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.

The Texans held Collins out of this past Saturday's preseason game at Dallas as a precautionary measure as he tended to a "muscle pull," per Drew Dougherty of the team's official site. Coach David Culley said during postgame media availability that Collins could have played, and the fact the rookie third-round pick was back on the field Monday indicates the lack of severity of the injury. Collins will look to make his presence felt again in Saturday's exhibition finale against the Buccaneers.

Collins did not play in Saturday's preseason contest against Dallas due to a pulled muscle, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.

Head coach David Culley didn't offer much detail regarding the injury and didn't specify which muscle Collins was having an issue with. However, it was noted that Collins could have played Saturday but the team was taking a cautious approach. That said, the injury doesn't appear to have the potential to impact Collins' availability for the start of the regular season.

Collins will not play in Saturday's preseason game against Dallas, the Houston Chronicle reports.

It's not clear whether the rookie third-round pick is dealing with an injury, but nothing reported to this point gives reason to suspect it. With Brandin Cooks locked in as the WR1, Collins is competing with Chris Conley for the second outside wide receiver role while Keke Coutee and Anthony Miller likely fight for the slot receiver tasks in three-wide formations.

Collins caught his only target for 24 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Packers.

The rookie has made a good impression in training camp, but Collins still was treated like a depth option in the preseason opener, making his only grab of the night in the second quarter after the Texans' starters were already long gone. Anthony Miller dislocated his elbow in the game however, sidelining one of his competitors for snaps, and if Collins keeps stacking up good days in practice, the 2021 third-round pick's climb up the depth chart should continue.

Collins is listed as the sixth wideout behind Brandin Cooks on the unofficial depth chart, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Perhaps Collins, the Texans' third-round draft pick in 2021, is getting the rookie treatment heading into the first preseason game. He's popped early in camp and seemingly was in the mix to start opposite Cooks, but that privilege goes to veteran Chris Conley. It's early and changes will occur between now and the regular season, so interested observers should not read too much into this.

Collins has been the best rookie at Texans training camp, according to Aaron Reiss of The Athletic.

Reiss adds that the rookie third-round pick has a shot to finish top three on the Texans in targets this season. It's a realistic assessment, given the lack of veteran receiving talent in Houston behind top option Brandin Cooks. With Will Fuller, Kenny Stills and now Randall Cobb all leaving, the Texans have Collins, Chris Conley, Keke Coutee and Anthony Miller battling for top-three roles at wide receiver. The rookie is far from a lock to win one of those jobs, but he's at least right in the mix and apparently making a good impression so far.