Nico Collins Catches Touchdown Pass In Preseason Finale
1 year agoHouston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins caught one of two targets for a three-yard touchdown in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over the New Orleans Saints. C.J. Stroud hooked up with Collins for a three-yard score in the first quarter. He will enter the year as Stroud's top option in the passing game. The third-year wideout saw two drives with the first-team offense, and the rookie quarterback targeted him the most. In four Stroud pass attempts, Collins saw two targets -- including the touchdown catch. Since being drafted in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft, Collins has been stuck behind veteran Brandin Cooks on the depth chart. But with Cooks' departure, the former Michigan star could see a more prominent role on offense. It's not great for Collins' fantasy value to have a rookie quarterback under center, as the offense will likely be inconsistent for most of the year. However, if he can maintain consistency by being Stroud's favorite target, he can be an occasional flex play in 2023.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN