Texans Place Nico Collins on Injured Reserve

Nico Collins, the Houston Texans' leading receiver with 567 yards, has been placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury sustained during the team's Week 5 victory over the Buffalo Bills. This injury will sideline Collins for a minimum of four games, including matchups against the Patriots, Packers, Colts, and Jets, with a potential return against the Lions on November 10. Collins' absence is a significant loss for the Texans, who currently hold a 4-1 record, as he has been a key contributor with 32 receptions and three touchdowns this season. Head coach DeMeco Ryans expressed confidence in his team's depth and emphasized the need for other receivers like Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell to step up during Collins' recovery. Collins had been enjoying a breakout season following a strong 2023 campaign, and his performance had set a franchise record for most receiving yards to start a season. Despite this setback, the Texans remain optimistic about their upcoming games and the potential for other players to rise to the occasion.