Hamstring Injury Sends Texans WR Nico Collins to Injured Reserve
The Houston Texans are facing another setback with the news that wide receiver Nico Collins will be placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury.
Collins, who was a key contributor in the Texans' offense last season, was already dealing with a nagging hamstring injury. He left the team's Week 1 game against the Baltimore Ravens early due to the injury.
This isn't the first time Collins has battled injuries. He missed a significant chunk of his rookie season in 2021 due to a foot injury. This latest setback is a real bummer for Collins and the Texans, who are already struggling to find their offensive footing.
The Texans' receiving corps is already thin. With Collins out, the team will rely on the likes of Tank Dell, John Metchie III, and Noah Brown to step up. Dell, the team's rookie third-round pick, showed flashes of brilliance in Week 1. However, he's still a young player and needs to prove himself as a reliable option. Metchie, recovering from a torn ACL, is still working his way back from his injury and is expected to be a key piece in the future.
While the Texans are hoping for Collins' quick recovery, this injury is a significant blow. The team is still trying to find its identity after a dismal 2022 season and could use all the offensive firepower they can get. It's unclear how long Collins will be out, but this injury will certainly test the Texans' depth at wide receiver.
The Texans are looking to build a competitive roster around their young quarterback C.J. Stroud. They'll need to find a way to generate some offense without Collins. While the Texans' future might be bright, these early-season injuries are a major obstacle.
