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Texans Hit With Crushing Injury Blow Before Patriots Playoff Matchup

Texans Hit With Crushing Injury Blow Before Patriots Playoff Matchup

Summary

The Houston Texans will play the New England Patriots in a playoff game, but they will do so without their key player, Nico Collins, who has a concussion. Collins was injured during a previous game against the Pittsburgh Steelers and remains in concussion protocol, leaving the Texans to adjust their strategy.

Key Facts

  • The Houston Texans recently defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers.
  • Nico Collins, a key player for the Texans, is out due to a concussion.
  • Collins was injured during a play in the Steelers game and will not play against the Patriots.
  • Collins has been a top performer for the Texans with over 1,000 receiving yards per season for three years.
  • The Texans will need other players, including Christian Kirk and Dalton Schultz, to fill the gap left by Collins.
  • The Texans’ defense, which performed strongly against Pittsburgh, will be crucial in the upcoming game.
  • The winner of the Texans vs. Patriots game will face either the Buffalo Bills or Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship.

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