What happened: Nico Collins is expected to play for the Houston Texans in Week 4 against the Dallas Cowboys. Houston had listed him as questionable earlier in the week after hoping he would return for this matchup. He was ruled out for Houston's previous game with a hamstring injury.

Why it matters: Collins' availability gives Houston back one of its top targets for a Week 4 divisional-stage regular-season test against Dallas. He caught 71 passes for 1,117 yards and six touchdowns in 15 games for the Texans in 2025, making his status a meaningful swing for the passing game.

What to watch: Watch Houston's inactive list and Collins' snap share on game day. That usage will show how quickly the Texans restore him to a full workload.