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ArticleDallas Cowboys 2026 Opponent Preview: Houston TexansAugust 4, 2026

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The Texans will bring back their top four pass catchers from a year ago in Schultz, Nico Collins, Jayden Higgins, and Xavier Hutchinson

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Collins returns as top-four pass catcher in Texans' heavy formation scheme.

Nico Collins is one of the Texans' top four pass catchers returning from 2025 and is positioned to thrive in Houston's heavy formation offense; he can win out of the slot or from condensed formations, fitting the physical, trench-focused identity the Texans are building around C.J. Stroud.

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Nico CollinsPositiveRole

Collins' absence limited offense to 2 TDs in two games; he remains Stroud's primary target.

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Nico CollinsPositiveRole

Collins' injury absence limited Texans to 2 TDs in two games; he's the primary weapon.

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Nico CollinsNegativeRole

Collins has been Top-10 WR in only 2 games; Houston's WR rotation worsens with Harrison Jr.

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Nico CollinsPositiveValue

WR8 model ranking vs. WR13 market; underperforming targets but role remains strong.

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Nico CollinsNegativeValue

Collins' trade value drops -2.3 to 33.8 this week.

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Nico CollinsPositiveUsage

Only pass catcher near Matthew Golden in DPI penalties and yards.

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