The Houston Texans will travel to take on the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Nico Collins.
Is Nico Collins Playing in Week 1?
Collins is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Texans’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Nico Collins in Week 1?
Suppose this is your first time reading Kyle Soppe’s content on PFSN, welcome. If not, you’re familiar with my Nico Collins propaganda and might be sick of it.
Do you see the problem here? That’s a thin needle to thread. I have to convince the uninformed why I think we are looking at 2024 Ja’Marr Chase in Houston clothing, while not repeating the arguments that consistent readers have heard.
How does that work? Collins’ 695-route sample that we have with C.J. Stroud under center is better than you realize and is as good a start to a relationship as any in this league. The Rams were the first defense to allow a receiver to reach 35 PPR points in a game last season (shoutout to Jauan Jennings in Week 3), and I’m not ruling out Collins making them a repeat name on that list.
Buckle up, the Collins SZN is loading.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Nico Collins’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Collins is projected to score 20.9 points in PPR formats. This includes 7.1 receptions for 103.6 yards and 0.6 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Texans at Rams
Since the Los Angeles Rams play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 1 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
