Nico Collins could return for the Texans’ Week 4 game against the Cowboys, although he has not played or practiced in the past two weeks because of a hamstring injury.
Coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday that he is “hopeful” Collins will be available for the matchup. Collins is recovering from a Grade 1 hamstring strain that has sidelined him for Houston’s last two games.
To have a realistic chance of playing Sunday, Collins would likely need to resume work on the field as at least a limited participant sometime between Wednesday and Friday. The source did not provide a confirmed practice status or final decision on his availability.
Houston has opened the season 0-3, and its offense has struggled during Collins’ absence over the past two weeks. Collins is the Texans’ No. 1 receiver, according to the report.
