Texans lose Nico Collins to concussion in win over Steelers - ESPN

PITTSBURGH — Houston Texans Pro Bowl wideout Nico Collins left Monday night's 30-6 playoffs-opening win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on a cart with a concussion.

Collins was injured after quarterback C.J. Stroud targeted him on a slant route early in the fourth quarter as Houston led 7-6. He fell on his face, dropped the ball and immediately put both of his hands to his face in apparent pain.

Houston's medical staff took Collins to the blue tent, and the three-time 1,000-yard receiver was carted to the locker room shortly after and later ruled out.

Collins also suffered a concussion earlier this season, in the Texans' loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 7. He returned in a loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 9.

The Texans have a short week, next playing Sunday in the divisional round at the New England Patriots.

Collins had three receptions on seven targets for 21 yards against the Steelers. He led the Texans in the regular season in receiving yards with 1,117 and was tied for the lead in receiving touchdowns with six.

The Texans also lost wide receiver Justin Watson to a concussion in the second half. Safety Jaylen Reed, who was activated off injured reserve early Monday after a forearm injury, left in the first quarter with a knee injury.

Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.