WATCH: Nico Collins scores TD on opening drive vs Cowboys in return

The Texans strike first, just like in 2002. Much like his first game of the regular season, Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins scored a seven-yard touchdown after having a 45-yard catch earlier in the drive to give the Houston Texans an early 7-0 lead against the Dallas Cowboys. Here is a look at t

Football Zone

SEE ALL

AP News

Taylor runs for 2 TDs and Colts beat Commanders 30-13 in London

Palm Beach Post

Dolphins vs Vikings live updates: Start time, TV, score predictions

USA Today

Jonathan Taylor posts another two-touchdown game

What is the story about?

The Texans strike first, just like in 2002.

Much like his first game of the regular season, Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins scored a seven-yard touchdown after having a 45-yard catch earlier in the drive to give the Houston Texans an early 7-0 lead against the Dallas Cowboys.

Here is a look at the touchdown, courtesy of the Houston Texans’ official social media.

First on the board just like '02

📺: @nflonfox pic.twitter.com/IiQWlc8Lf2

— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) October 4, 2026

The score marked Collins’ second touchdown of the year after scoring against the Bills.

It is also the first time this season Houston has scored on their opening drive. Now, they are looking to contain Dallas’ high-powered offense headlined by their star receivers, CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens.

C.J. Stroud looked

impressive on the drive, completing four passes for 72 yards, including two first-down gains to Collins and veteran tight end Brevin Jordan, who returned to the football field for the first time since 2024.

This article originally appeared on Texans Wire: WATCH: Nico Collins scores TD on opening drive vs Cowboys in return