History of Nico Collins in Timeline

Nico Collins is an American football wide receiver for the Houston Texans. He was drafted by the Texans in the third round of the 2021 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Michigan.

March 19, 1999: Birth of Nico Collins

Nico Collins was born on March 19, 1999.

February 2017: Commitment to Michigan

In February 2017, Nico Collins committed to play college football at the University of Michigan, choosing them over offers from Georgia and Alabama.

October 12, 2017: First Collegiate Reception

On October 12, 2017, Nico Collins made his first collegiate reception in a game against Rutgers.

2018: Breakout Sophomore Season at Michigan

Nico Collins had a breakout year in 2018, earning Michigan's Most Improved Offensive Player award after finishing the season with 38 receptions, 632 yards, and six touchdowns.

November 23, 2019: Career-Best Performance Against Indiana

Nico Collins had a standout game against Indiana on November 23, 2019, recording a career-high 165 receiving yards and three touchdowns.

2019: Second on the Team in Receiving Yards

Despite playing with other talented receivers, Nico Collins finished second on the Michigan team in receiving yards in 2019.

2021: Drafted by the Houston Texans

In 2021, Nico Collins was drafted by the Houston Texans in the third round of the NFL draft.

2021: NFL Debut as a Starter

Nico Collins made his NFL debut in 2021 as a starting wide receiver for the Houston Texans.

2022: Sidelined by Foot Injury

Nico Collins's 2022 season was cut short due to a foot injury that landed him on injured reserve in December.

2023: Career Highs and Playoff Berth

Nico Collins had a remarkable 2023 season, achieving career highs in receiving yards and receptions, ultimately helping the Texans clinch a playoff spot.