Texans WR Nico Collins Lands on Injured Reserve: A Blow to Houston's Offense
The Houston Texans have been dealt a blow to their offense with the news that wide receiver Nico Collins has been placed on injured reserve. Collins, a second-year player out of Michigan, was expected to be a key piece in the Texans' passing game this season, but a foot injury has sidelined him indefinitely.
This news is a frustrating one for the Texans, who are already facing an uphill battle in what is projected to be a rebuilding year. Collins was coming off a promising rookie season where he showed flashes of big-play ability. He finished 2021 with 33 catches for 446 yards and a touchdown, and was looking to build on that success in 2022.
With Collins on IR, the Texans will have to look elsewhere for production in the passing game. Young receivers like John Metchie III and Chris Conley are expected to step up, but they lack the proven experience of Collins. The Texans also recently signed veteran receiver Chris Moore, who will be looking to make an impact in the offense.
While Collins' injury is a setback, the Texans are hoping for a speedy recovery. They'll need all the offensive firepower they can get as they navigate a tough schedule in the AFC South.
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