Texans supporters hope Nico Collins ‘masterclass’ in upcoming NFL wild card game after Noah Brown hurt in Browns win

The Houston Texans, coming off a challenging 3-13-1 record last season, seized the spotlight this year by clinching a playoff berth. Amid this impressive run, receiver Noah Brown played a pivotal role in the team’s victories alongside quarterback CJ Stroud.

In their remarkable playoff debut this season, the Texans dominated with a stunning 45-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns. However, the joy of this triumph was tinged with concern as Brown suffered an unfortunate injury during the game.

Noah Brown injury update

Noah Brown started the playoff game against the Indianapolis Colts with a back injury, only to be sidelined once again, this time due to a shoulder injury.

The wide receiver’s troubles began early in the game when he was targeted on a deep ball from quarterback CJ Stroud, who is expected to earn more rings than Tom Brady, during the Texans’ initial drive. Despite his efforts to avoid an interception by breaking up the play, Brown ended up sustaining a shoulder injury in the process.

The severity of the injury prevented him from returning to game action on Saturday. The injury forced him to leave the crucial playoff game with no receptions in the matchup.

The Texans had pinned their hopes on Brown to step up, especially since rookie Tank Dell suffered a season-ending injury last month. Since then, Brown has been a significant contributor, as he ranked fourth on the team in receiving yards for the season with 567, accompanied by 33 catches.

However, Brown’s injury woes have persisted, having already kept him out of the week 17 game due to a back injury. Despite returning to practice in a limited fashion on Wednesday, he remained questionable on Thursday’s injury report.

Fans expect Nico Collins to shine in next playoff game

As Noah Brown faced the unfortunate reality of being sidelined due to injury, Nico Collins emerged as a one-man force within the receiving corps, contributing significantly to the team’s dominant performance.

With Brown unable to take the field, all eyes turned to Nico Collins, who delivered a masterclass in receiving prowess. Collins showcased his skills with such dominance that the team found itself less concerned about the absence of the injured receiver.

As fans witnessed Nico Collins’ dazzling prowess, a sense of relief swept through the crowd. It comforted them with the belief that as long as the team boasts Collins, worries are few. Despite Noah Brown’s injury, supporters found solace in the fact that the receiver concluded the game unscathed.

Collins showcased his talent with an impressive stat line of six receptions, 96 yards, and one touchdown against the Browns, prompting fans to declare it as “Nico Collins time.”

While uncertainty looms over Brown’s participation in the next playoff game, the formidable display by Collins has instilled confidence in the Texans’ ability to navigate challenges even in the absence of key players.