Nico Collins' injury raises fantasy potential for Xavier Hutchinson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 1:17 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins is questionable for Week 2 due to a hamstring injury sustained in practice. His absence could significantly impact the Texans' offense against the Cincinnati Bengals. Last week, Collins was the team's leading receiver with 10 targets. Should he miss the game, Xavier Hutchinson, who had the third-most targets, may see a larger role. Kickoff is scheduled for noon CT.
- •Collins did not practice Thursday due to a hamstring injury.
- •He was targeted 10 times in the previous game against the Bills.
- •Hutchinson had significant targets and receptions last season.
- •Kickoff for the Texans vs. Bengals is at noon CT.
- 1:17 PMYahoo Sports — How does WR Nico Collins' injury affect Xavier Hutchinson in fantasy?
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