Houston Texans WR Nico Collins; In or out against the Detroit Lions?

There was a lot of uncertainty surrounding Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins and whether he would be back on the field for Sunday Night Football against the Detroit Lions.

Based on the inactive list released by the Texans, he will not play against the Lions.

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Collins will join Will Anderson, cornerback Myles Bryant, linebacker Jamal Hill, running back Dameon Pierce and offensive tackle Zachary Thomas on the sideline for the Texans.

The Lions will be without offensive tackle Taylor Decker, guard Christian Mahogany, offensive lineman Giovanni Manu, linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez, recently added pass rusher Za’Darius Smith, offensive lineman Colby Sorsdal and defensive back Loren Strickland.

Collins’ absence isn’t a big surprise considering he barely practiced this week. He was activated from injured reserve on Friday, making it difficult for him to get back on the field in Week 10. He will likely return to the field in Week 11 against the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football.

For now, the Texans offense will have to adjust and prepare for a dangerous Lions defense that is ready to pounce on quarterback CJ Stroud.

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