Houston, Texas – The Houston Texans announced that standout wide receiver Nico Collins will be unavailable for the upcoming matchup against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. Collins, a two‑time Pro Bowl selection, suffered a hamstring strain during a practice on Sept. 16 and has not participated in this week’s team activities.
Injury details and recent performance
Collins missed the previous week’s 20‑6 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals because of the same injury. The hamstring issue is not new for the 27‑year‑old; he sat out five games during the 2024 season after a more serious hamstring problem. Prior to the current setback, Collins recorded seven catches for 75 yards and a touchdown in the Texans’ 36‑31 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the season opener.
Career highlights
Collins has posted three consecutive 1,000‑yard receiving seasons, with a career‑best 1,297 yards in 2023. His consistent production has made him a key component of the Texans’ passing attack, and his absence will be felt on both offense and special teams.
Texans roster impact
Collins joins a growing list of Texans ruled out for the Indianapolis game. Defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (knee), linebacker Jake Hummel (groin), safety M.J. Stewart (knee) and guard Ed Ingram (groin) are also listed as unavailable. Offensive tackle Trent Brown (knee/wrist) remains questionable.
Colts injury report
As expected, the Indianapolis Colts will be without standout receiver Alec Pierce, who is dealing with a heel injury to the same left leg that recently recovered from an offseason ankle issue. Pierce was injured during the Colts’ recent game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Additionally, receiver Ashton Dulin (ankle) is ruled out, and cornerback Charvarius Ward Sr. (groin) is listed as questionable.
What’s next for Houston
Head coach DeMeco Ryans will need to adjust the Texans’ offensive game plan without Collins and several other key players. The team is expected to rely more heavily on other receivers such as Brandin Cooks and J.J. Miller, while the running game may see increased usage to compensate for the reduced passing options.
Looking ahead
The Texans will travel to Indianapolis for the Sunday contest, hoping to secure a win despite the injury setbacks. Fans are encouraged to follow the team’s official channels for any updates on player status and game-day information.
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