Texans lose Nico Collins to concussion in win over Steelers

PITTSBURGH -- Houston Texans Pro Bowl wide receiverNico Collinsleft Monday night's 30-6 wild-card playoff win over thePittsburgh Steelerson a cart because of a concussion.

Collins was injured after quarterback C.J. Stroud threw a pass to him on a slant route late in the third quarter with Houston leading 7-6. Collins fell on his face, dropped the ball and immediately put both of his hands to his face in apparent pain.

Houston's training staff took Collins to the blue medical tent, and the three-time 1,000-yard receiver was carted to the locker room shortly after and later ruled out.

Texans coachDeMeco Ryans didn't have an update on Collins after the game, saying only, "We'll see how the week goes."

Collins also sustained a concussion earlier this season, in the Texans' loss to theSeattle Seahawksin Week 7. He returned in a loss to theDenver Broncosin Week 9.

The Texans have a short week, next playing Sunday in the divisional round at theNew England Patriots.

Collins had three receptions on seven targets for 21 yards against the Steelers. He led the Texans in the regular season in receiving yards with 1,117 and was tied for the lead in receiving touchdowns with six.

The Texans also lost wide receiverJustin Watsonto a concussion in the second half.SafetyJaylen Reed, who was activated from injured reserve early Monday after a forearm injury, left briefly in the first quarter because of a knee injury.

Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.br/]