Texans wide receiver Nico Collins set franchise receiving yardage record against Chargers, but needs someone in receiving corps to complement him against Chiefs.

After signing a three-year extension this offseason, Collins has been the go-to weapon of the offense. He’s only 31 yards shy of becoming the first wide receiver since Brandin Cooks in 2021 to post back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons in a Texans’ uniform.

Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans endured a slow starts versus the Chargers. But the head coach revealed what changed after being down 6-0.

DeMeco Ryans talked about the challenges of preparing for Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense. He said, "It's very hard to get sacks on [Chiefs QB] Patrick [Mahomes]. He does a good job of getting the ball out.

Texans HC DeMeco Ryans gives a simple explanation for the release of WR Diontae Johnson, as attention turns to the Chiefs

Houston Texans safety Eric Murray (23) celebrates returning an interception for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game

Neither the Houston Texans nor the Kansas City Chiefs have looked like offensive juggernauts during the 2024 NFL season. But that hasn't stopped them from advancing to the divisional round of the playoffs.