Texans Place Nico Collins on Injured Reserve, Putting a Dent in Their Receiving Corps
The Houston Texans have placed wide receiver Nico Collins on injured reserve, according to multiple reports. This news comes as a blow to the Texans' offense, who were already facing uncertainty at the receiver position.
Collins, a 2021 second-round pick, was expected to be a key piece of the Texans' offense this season. He finished his rookie year with 33 catches for 446 yards and a touchdown.
The injury: Collins suffered a foot injury in practice last week and had been sidelined since. The Texans are hoping for a quick recovery for Collins, but it remains unclear how long he will be out.
This move puts a strain on the Texans' receiving corps, which already has a lot of young talent to prove themselves. The Texans are banking on the continued development of John Metchie III, a rookie wideout who also missed time with an injury earlier this season. Don't forget about Brandin Cooks, the team's veteran leader at wide receiver, who should shoulder a larger portion of the offensive load.
The Texans' receiving corps is looking thin, and they could be forced to rely heavily on tight end, Jordan Akins. With Collins now out, the Texans will need to find a way to step up and make plays.
The Texans will likely need to make some roster moves to fill Collins' spot. They could look to add another receiver or even a tight end to their roster. The Texans' offense is going to need all the help it can get this season if they want to be competitive in the AFC South.
Keep an eye on this developing story as the Texans head into Week 11 of the NFL season! We'll be sure to update you on Collins' recovery and the Texans' plans to fill the void in their receiving corps.
