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Concussion Sidelines Key Texans Receiver Nico Collins
13 Jan
Summary
- Nico Collins was injured late in the third quarter.
- He was ruled out of the game with a concussion.
- Collins was the team's top receiver during the regular season.
Houston Texans receiver Nico Collins sustained a concussion during the third quarter of Monday night's wild-card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was subsequently ruled out of the remainder of the contest.
The injury occurred as Collins attempted to make a catch over the middle, after which he was observed to be slow to rise and appeared to be holding his head. Trainers attended to him on the sideline before he was taken to the locker room for further evaluation.
Collins had been a pivotal player for the Texans throughout the regular season, recording 71 receptions for 1,117 yards and six touchdowns. His absence poses a significant challenge for the team as they look to advance in the playoffs.
