Overview
- Collins suffered a concussion in the wild-card win over Pittsburgh and was declared out for Sunday after missing practice all week.
- C.J. Stroud and the Texans will redistribute targets to Dalton Schultz, Christian Kirk, Jayden Higgins, Xavier Hutchinson, and rookie Jaylin Noel.
- Patriots safety Jaylinn Hawkins said Collins’ status does not change their approach, reflecting a plan to prepare as usual.
- Head coach Mike Vrabel praised Houston’s receiver depth and inside-route versatility despite Collins being sidelined.
- New England could get defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga back from a foot issue, with his availability to be determined on Sunday.