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Catches one ball in win Collins caught one of two targets for nine yards in Sunday's 22-13 win over Tennessee.

Impact Collins experienced an uptick in targets since returning from a foot injury Week 6, but Sunday's sloppy conditions and Houston's dedication to running ball (although ineffectively) conspired to limit him. He remains the second wideout on the depth chart behind Brandin Cooks, and the rookie should continue to get ample playing time the rest of the season.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Trio of grabs in loss Collins secured all three targets for 25 yards in the Texans' 17-9 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

Impact The rookie turned in an underwhelming performance following a career-best four-catch, 55-yard effort in Week 8 against the Rams. Collins does have multiple grabs in four straight contests, and perhaps the talented rookie will be able to progressively build up his production the longer he gets a chance to work with a capable veteran in Tyrod Taylor.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

WR Nico Collins growing, turns in career-best performance ' Daily Brew Houston Texans WR Nico Collins caught four passes for 55 yards in Sunday's loss to the Rams.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Makes four receptions Collins caught four receptions for 55 yards on four targets against the Rams on Sunday.

Impact Collins was very efficient with his four targets and his 55 yards were the second-highest on the team behind WR1 Brandin Cooks (six receptions for 83 yards and one touchdown on six targets), but it would have been nice to see him draw more than four targets on a day where the Texans attempted 39 pass attempts. Still, the rookie third-round pick is quietly playing well over the last three weeks, catching 10 of 15 targets in that span for 127 yards. He's making a credible push for the WR2 role behind Cooks, but Collins still needs to shake Chris Conley and Danny Amendola to establish himself to that extent.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leads in yards Collins caught two of five targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 31-5 loss to Arizona.

Impact Houston quarterback Davis Mills averaged just 4.2 yards-per-attempt, so it was not a banner day for the receiving crew. Collins' 28 yards led all wideouts, which indicates the current state of Houston's offense; they've been outscored 62-8 the last two weeks. During that time, Collins has emerged as the No. 2 wideout. He's been targeted 11 times while playing 60 percent of the snaps the last two weeks, second only to Brandin Cooks among Houston's wide receivers. Unfortunately, the rookie Mills is undergoing a steep learning curve in real time, and NFL defenses are taking advantage. The Texans may get Tyrod Taylor (hamstring) back this week. His return could benefit all concerned skill-position players.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Sunday Collins (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Collins, who was a limited practice participant both Thursday and Friday, will give it a go Sunday and look to build off the four-catch (on six targets) for 44 yards effort he logged in a Week 6 loss to the Colts. Also in the Texans' WR mix Sunday will be top option Brandin Cooks, slot man Danny Amendola, as well as Chris Conley and Chris Moore. With Davis Mills drawing another start at QB for Houston versus 6-0 Arizona, however, Collins profiles as a hit-or-miss fantasy lineup option in Week 7.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with foot injury Collins (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Arizona, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Collins was a limited participant both Thursday and Friday as a result of the foot injury. With the Texans being heavy underdogs against the undefeated Cardinals, the rookie third-round pick could be in line for ample target volume if he suits up. Should Collins sit, Chris Conley (neck) would likely play the majority of snaps on the outside opposite Brandin Cooks, though Conley is listed as questionable himself.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Who has been WR Nico Collins' biggest advocate since the Texans drafted him? Houston Texans receiver Nico Collins has had plenty of veteran support since the team drafted him in the third round.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Nico Collins brings a spark in return off IR ' Daily Brew Houston Texans WR Nico Collins discusses his time away from the field and how he's gotten up to speed on the game as a rookie.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Limited by foot injury Collins was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a foot injury.

Impact Collins was sidelined for Weeks 3 through 5 with a shoulder injury, but he returned to action in last week's loss to the Colts and recorded four receptions for 44 yards on six targets. Since Collins wasn't listed on Wednesday's practice report, the shoulder doesn't seem to be bothering him any longer, but his addition to Thursday's report with the foot issue could be indicative of an in-practice injury. Ultimately, Collins' activity at Friday's practice will determine whether he takes a designation into Sunday's game in Arizona.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active in return Collins caught four of six targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to Indianapolis.

Impact Collins was active in his return from a three-week stay on the injured list due to a shoulder injury. While the Texans suffered another bad defeat, Collins is a hopeful sign. He played 43 snaps for a season-high 57-percent share and looks to be an emerging target for rookie quarterback Davis Mills. Brandin Cooks is the clear No. 1, but the rookie third-round pick out of Michigan should get plenty of opportunities for a team that figures to play from behind a lot.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Texans pleased to see rookie WR Nico Collins return to the lineup The Houston Texans were glad to see rookie receiver Nico Collins return from injured reserve and contribute against the Indianapolis Colts.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Set to make return Collins (shoulder) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact It's a bit surprising to see Collins activated so soon given he was just designated to practice earlier this week. As a result, Saturday's roster move has to be a positive sign regarding his health moving forward. The 2021 third-round pick was a popular sleeper entering the year given the lack of notable starting receivers opposite Brandin Cooks. That hasn't changed in Collins' absence, though the switch to Davis Mills might complicate things somewhat given the two theoretically haven't had much time to practice with one another. At the very least, the 6-foot-4 target is worth a speculative add in deeper formats given his potential in an offense that is still sorely lacking a second quality pass catcher.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Officially designated for return The Texans designated Collins (shoulder) to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact The transaction opens a 21-day window for Collins to resume participating in practice, with the wideout eligible to rejoin the 53-man roster at any point during that time. The shoulder injury kept the rookie third-round pick sidelined for the past three games, but once active, he should push Chris Conley for work at the perimeter receiver spot opposite No. 1 wideout Brandin Cooks.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On track to practice Collins (shoulder) is expected to return to practice this week, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Per Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site, Collins, who remains on injured reserve is on track to practice in a limited fashion this week. Before he's able to rejoin the Texans for practice in any capacity, the team will have to designate him to return from IR. Unless the wideout upgrades to full activity by the end of the week, he's unlikely to be formally added to the 53-man roster in advance of Sunday's game against the Colts.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not returning Week 6 Houston head coach David Culley said Wednesday that Collins (shoulder) is not expected to return from injured reserve when first eligible Week 6, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic report...

Impact Culley was unable to offer a timetable for Collins' return, but it's a safe bet the rookie wideout will have a sizable role when he's available again. Collins played 55.1 percent of the offensive snaps in Week 1, then recorded a 32-yard catch-and-run on the first drive of Week 2 before sustaining the shoulder injury.

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to IR The Texans placed Collins (shoulder) on injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact The roster move ensures that Collins won't be available to play for the Texans until their Week 6 matchup with the Colts on Oct. 17. Though the details regarding Collins' shoulder injury remain vague, prior reports suggested that he'll be in store for a 3-to-4-week recovery timeline. Houston added tight end Antony Auclair from the practice squad to take Collins' spot on the 53-man roster.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 3 Texans head coach David Culley confirmed Tuesday that Collins (shoulder) won't play Thursday against the Panthers, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Houston hasn't offered up many details on the shoulder injury Collins suffered in the Week 2 loss to the Browns, but Culley said Monday that the rookie's medical concern is "pretty significant," per Kubena. Meanwhile, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that Collins is likely facing a 3-to-4-week recovery timeline from the injury, making the 22-year-old a candidate for injured reserve. Culley indicated that Jordan Veasy and/or Chris Moore could be elevated from the practice squad ahead of Thursday's game to give the Texans another perimeter receiver. Through his first two NFL contests, Collins hauled in two of four targets for 39 yards across 45 offensive snaps.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss 3-4 weeks Collins (shoulder) is expected to miss 3-4 weeks due to the injury he suffered in Sunday's loss to the Browns, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Collins has compiled two catches through two games, so the rookie third-round pick's absence is unlikely to have much of an effect on Houston's offense. Anthony Miller should see an uptick in playing time while Collins recovers, though Brandin Cooks remains the only member of the Texans' receiving corps that's expected to make a significant impact on a weekly basis.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injury considered significant Coach David Culley said Monday that Collins (shoulder) is dealing with a "pretty significant" injury, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

Impact Although Collins' injury is considered relatively significant, Culley didn't rule the receiver out for Thursday night's matchup against the Panthers. The 22-year-old has totaled two receptions for 39 yards across the first two weeks of the season, but Andre Roberts could see increased work in Week 3 if Collins is unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injures shoulder Collins left Sunday's game against the Browns with a shoulder injury, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

Impact Prior to his exit from the contest, Collins caught his only target for 32 yards. In his absence, Brandin Cooks, Chris Conley and Danny Amendola are in line to head the Texans' Week 2 WR corps.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second-most snaps at WR Collins caught one of three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 37-21 win over the Jaguars.

Impact Collins, a 2021 third-round draft pick, was second among wide receivers with 43 snaps (55 percent), trailing only No. 1 wideout Brandin Cooks. When Houston made Anthony Miller (coach's decision) inactive, it was unclear how the playing time would be distributed, but Collins and Chris Conley (40 snaps) were given the most run after Cooks. Danny Amendola, recently added to the roster, was fourth among the wideouts at 17 snaps but equaled the targets of the Cooks/Conley duo.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone despite inefficiency Collins recorded two receptions on six targets for 16 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason game against Tampa Bay.

Impact Collins entered the game with the first-team offense, but he played into the third quarter and was targeted by both Tyrod Taylor and Davis Mills. He wasn't particularly efficient with either signal caller, though he did manage an 11-yard touchdown connection with Mills midway through the third quarter. Collins isn't likely to play a huge role in Week 1 against Jacksonville, though he could overtake players such as Chris Conley or Keke Coutee for a role as the season wears on.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie-to-rookie TD! Davis Mills rips slant to Nico Collins for score Houston Texans rookie quarterback Davis Mills rips a slant to Texans rookie wide receiver Nico Collins for a 9-yard touchdown.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • NFL.COM

WATCH: Texans QB Davis Mills throws touchdown pass to WR Nico Collins Houston Texans rookie quarterback threw a touchdown pass to another rookie, receiver Nico Collins against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

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