Nico Collins could return for the Texans' Week 4 matchup with the Cowboys, although his availability remains unsettled. Houston head coach DeMeco Ryans said he is "hopeful" the wide receiver will be able to play.
Collins is recovering from a Grade 1 hamstring strain that has kept him out of Houston's past two games. He also has not practiced over the last two weeks.
To have a realistic chance of playing Sunday, Collins would likely need to return to practice as at least a limited participant during the period from Wednesday through Friday. The source did not provide a more definite update on his status.
The Texans enter the potential return with an 0-3 record, and their offense has struggled during Collins' absence. Collins is Houston's No. 1 receiver. CBS Sports reported Ryans' comments, citing Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston.
