Texans Shut Down Nico Collins Trade Rumors

0:00It's April 25th. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories shaping the season. Teams around the league made calls to the Houston Texans, checking on wide receiver Nico Collins ahead of the 2026 NFL draft. The two-time pro-buller is locked in through 2027, but due for a contract bump after earning 20.6 million this season. Earlier this week, insider Jordan Schultz reported that front offices inquired about his availability, figuring the Texans might adjust his deal. Its standard due diligence in the off season when teams scout talent. Texans general manager Nick Casario shut down the buzz hard after the draft second day, making it crystal clear Collins stays put with the team. Collins just wrapped his third straight year over 1,000 receiving yards, even in a shortened season with 71 catches for 1,000. 117 yards and 6 scores. He's the top target for quarterback CJ Stroud and a cornerstone piece. His three-year 72 million extension from 2024 looks light now next to stars like Justin

1:04Jefferson and Jamar Chase pulling. 40 million annually or more, so expect Houston to lock him up long term and keep building around him.