{
  "id": 11724615,
  "title": "What is Texans WR Nico Collins fantasy value in Week 4 vs Dallas Cowboys?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/what-is-texans-wr-nico-collins-fantasy-value-in-week-4-vs-dallas",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T16:39:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/texans-wr-nico-collins-fantasy-163910085.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "With Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins returning to the Houston Texans for their Week 4 game against the Dallas Cowboys, fantasy owners should reconsider whether to put him in their starting lineup. Collison's return is a welcome boost to the Texans' injured roster, which has seen some key wide receivers sidelined.\n\nWhile the matchup is not the ideal fantasy scenario for Collins, as the Cowboys have not been overly dominant in allowing fantasy points to opposing wide receivers, there are still compelling reasons to start him if he is on your roster. The primary reason is the sheer number of injuries plaguing the NFL, making it crucial for fantasy owners to maximize the value of healthy players. Collins' position as the team's No. 1 receiver also means he will garner a high volume of targets, even in a potentially weaker matchup.\n\nCollins' performance in the season opener against the Buffalo Bills bodes well for his fantasy value, as he delivered seven receptions for 75 yards and a touchdown. While the Bills have struggled against receivers, Collins' chemistry with quarterback C.J. Stroud appears to be a key factor in his productive outings. Of course, the Texans' offensive struggles in recent games could be a concern, but Collins' impact is far too significant to ignore.\n\nIn conclusion, if you have Nico Collins on your roster, he needs to start in your fantasy lineup. His dependable floor, due to targeted volume, and the potential for a big game make him a valuable asset, even in matchups that might not be ideal.",
  "summary": "What is Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins' fantasy value headed into Week 4 against the Dallas Cowboys?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Cowboys news: Joey Porter Jr. on track to play Sunday vs. Texans",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/cowboys-news-joey-porter-jr-on-track-to-play-sunday-vs-texans",
        "published": "2026-10-03T11:00:00.000Z"
      }
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}