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Houston's receiver depth is a work in progress with Collins as the clear No. 1 option. Boutte as a replacement is a solid NFL fit, but is not going to negatively impact Collins' target share as much, and potentially gives Collins the opportunity for more underneath work.
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Collins elevated to clear No. 1 with Higgins out; fewer receivers to compete with.

Nico Collins is positioned to benefit from Jayden Higgins' season-ending ACL injury. With Higgins out, Collins is the clear No. 1 option in Houston's receiver room. Kayshon Boutte as a replacement will not negatively impact Collins' target share as much as Higgins would have, and potentially gives Collins more underneath work. Houston's bolstered TE room means Collins can benefit from fewer three-receiver sets and more spots with only Boutte to compete for targets. Collins finished as WR4 in 2023, WR4 in 2024, and WR72 in 2025 (due to missed games); if healthy, he would have finished as WR4 in 2024.

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