Nico Collins Leads Revamped Texans Receiving Corps

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins has solidified his status as one of the NFL's top receivers, ranking seventh in Pro Football Focus's 2025 preseason rankings after posting 1,006 yards and seven touchdowns in just 12 games last season. Known for his elite size, speed, and route-running, Collins is among the league leaders in yards per route run over the past two years. With Stefon Diggs's departure, Collins now leads a revamped Texans receiver group that includes veteran Christian Kirk and rookies Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel. Collins has embraced a leadership and mentorship role for the new additions, aiming to help Houston advance beyond recent Divisional Round playoff exits. Analysts and teammates view Collins's continued development as key to the Texans' offensive ambitions in 2025. The Texans are expected to field a deep and dynamic receiving corps for quarterback C.J. Stroud.