Collins was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice due to a hamstring injury, according to the Texans’ first injury report of the week.
The update comes three days after Collins played a major role in Houston’s season opener against the Buffalo Bills. The Texans fell 36-31, but Collins delivered seven receptions for 75 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets.
Nico Collins remains a key piece for the Texans’ offense
Collins’ status will be monitored throughout the week as Houston prepares for Cincinnati.
The sixth-year receiver has established himself as one of quarterback C.J. Stroud’s most important targets. He reinforced that role early in Week 1, including a 12-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter.
Stroud also had a productive afternoon, completing 26 of 38 passes for 274 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. That production helped Houston reach 31 points despite the loss.
For now, Collins’ limited participation is the latest development rather than a final determination on his availability.
Texans will monitor Collins before Bengals game
Houston is scheduled to host Cincinnati on Sunday, giving Collins several more opportunities to work through the practice week.
The Bengals’ Week 2 injury report includes several notable names, but Cincinnati enters the matchup at 1-0 after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 33-27.
Collins’ availability could be particularly important for an offense looking to rebound from its opening-week loss. He accounted for 10 of Stroud’s 38 pass attempts against Buffalo and led the Texans in receiving.
The Texans will have to wait for further practice updates before Collins’ status becomes clearer. For now, the wide receiver remains limited due to the hamstring injury.
