(This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccurate headline.)
Another throw from C.J. Stroud, another touchdown for Nico Collins.
Following a fake put from the Houston Texans by M.J. Stewart to put the offense at the Miami Dolpins‘ 9, Stroud found Collins once for more a 6-yard score.
For the second time in Sunday’s contest, the Texans connected for six yards on a touchdown pass, both going to the resurgent Collins.
The Texans lead 20-6 midway through the third quarter with a chance to clinch the AFC South. With a win, Houston would need a Denver Broncos win over the Indianapolis Colts to secure a second division title under DeMeco Ryans and Stroud.
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No one has benefitted more from Stroud’s arrival than Collins, who was on pace for an All-Pro season in 2024 before a hamstring injury sidelined him for five games.
Entering the fourth quarter, this is the version of No. 12 that’s had pundits praise his name. Collins currently has four catches for 17 yards and 12 points.
