Overview
- The Texans will host the Cowboys at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 4, with kickoff at 1 p.m. ET on FOX.
- Nico Collins practiced fully on Friday and was removed from Houston’s injury report, making him active for the Week 4 game.
- Houston ruled out linebacker Azeez Al‑Shaair (groin) and safety M.J. Stewart (knee), placed running back British Brooks on injured reserve and listed several other players as questionable.
- Dallas acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr. midweek and coach Brian Schottenheimer said the staff has a plan for his role if he plays, while the Cowboys also enter with other defensive absences.
- The matchup turns on Houston’s pass rush led by Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter testing Dallas’ offensive line, and the outcome carries heavy short‑term playoff implications with experts and betting markets divided.