Nico Collins Shines in Week 13 Matchup Against Colts
Nico Collins is set to face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 13, showcasing a promising matchup for the Houston Texans’ receiver. The game kicks off on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET. Collins has been instrumental this season, recording 52 receptions for 697 yards and four touchdowns. He averages close to 70 receiving yards per game and has been targeted 85 times.
Nico Collins vs. Indianapolis Colts: A Statistical Overview
The Colts’ defense has struggled significantly, ranking fifth-worst in the league by allowing 245.4 passing yards per game. This positions Collins as a potential standout player in the matchup. In previous encounters against the Colts since 2021, Collins holds an average of 53.7 receiving yards per game over three appearances, without recording a touchdown against them.
Colts Defensive Breakdown
- Allowed 100 or more receiving yards to five receivers in 2023.
- 16 different players have caught touchdown passes against them this season.
- No opponent receiver has scored more than one touchdown per game against Indianapolis.
- Ranked 28th in pass defense in the NFL this year.
- Opponents have totaled 16 passing touchdowns (averaging 1.5 per game).
Collins’ Performance Metrics
Collins has demonstrated consistent performance, surpassing his receiving yards prop bet in five out of ten games this season. His 21.7% target share means he plays a crucial role in the Texans’ passing game, receiving 85 targets out of 392 passing attempts.
Key performance metrics for Collins include:
- 697 receiving yards on 85 targets.
- Averaging 8.2 yards per target, ranking 37th in the league.
- Four touchdown catches across ten games (one touchdown per game).
- Contributed to 19.0% of the team’s total offensive touchdowns (four out of 21).
- Identified as a key target in the red zone with 12 targets accounting for 25.0% of the team’s red zone pass attempts.
As the Texans prepare for their matchup, Collins remains a focal point. His ability to exploit the Colts’ vulnerabilities could be pivotal in the Texans’ offensive strategy.
