Overview
- Caserio, speaking Friday during Day 2 of the NFL draft, said the Texans are not trading Nico Collins and told whoever reported otherwise to "shove it."
- Interest surfaced after reporter Jordan Schultz said clubs had called Houston and that there is an understanding in the league Collins needs a contract adjustment.
- Collins is under contract through 2027 with about a $27.5 million cap hit in 2026, which places him near 18th among wideouts by average pay despite recent top-tier output.
- The two-time Pro Bowler has three straight 1,000-yard seasons and has told teammates he wants to remain in Houston long term.
- Houston did not take a receiver early in this draft and instead added help on the lines and tight end Marlin Klein, reinforcing Caserio’s stance after he also shot down past rumors about trading quarterback C.J. Stroud.