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Collins, who has served as the Texans' leading receiver for each of the past three seasons, initially participated in Wednesday's practice session before tweaking his hamstring later in the day. While the setback will keep him off the field this weekend, reports indicate the injury is not considered long-term or serious.
Impact on the Texans Receiving Corps
The loss of the 27-year-old veteran creates a significant void in the Houston offense. Collins began the 2026 season in strong form, recording team-highs of seven receptions for 75 yards and a touchdown during the Texans' Week 1 loss to the Buffalo Bills. His absence is particularly challenging for a wide receiver room that has already faced significant adversity this year.
Houston is currently managing the loss of Jayden Higgins, who suffered a torn ACL during joint practices with the Las Vegas Raiders last month. Higgins had been expected to serve as the team's secondary wideout following a productive rookie season that saw him record 525 receiving yards and six touchdowns. In response to that earlier injury, the Texans acquired Kayshon Boutte via trade from the New England Patriots in late August.
Adjustments to the Starting Lineup
With Collins sidelined, the Texans will look to a group consisting of Jaylin Noel, Xavier Hutchison, Jared Wayne, and Boutte to shoulder the load in the passing game. The team's depth will be tested as they attempt to bounce back from their opening-week defeat.
In addition to the changes at wide receiver, the Texans confirmed that starting right guard
