The Athletic Football Show on Nico Collins

PodcastWeek 2 PreviewSeptember 18, 2026

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It is not ridiculous to think that Nico Collins might miss this game... we're potentially looking at a Texans receiving core in this game of Kayshaun Booty, Jalen Knoll, Xavier Hutchinson, and Jared Wayne

Mentioned at 25:35 – 25:54

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Negative signalInjury

Collins is questionable for Week 2 with an injury

Nico Collins is at risk of missing the Week 2 game, which would significantly deplete the Texans' receiving corps alongside the season-ending injury to Jaden Higgins.

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Nico Collins in panic meter; analysts questioning if his season is over.

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Collins' name value is his only asset; Texans' WR rotation dilutes his role.

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Owner with Nico + Devonta stack reports 'not feeling great recently.' Separate discussion: Nico owner worried about Houston receiver situation. One c...

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