HOUSTONThe have been without second-year wide receiver Nico Collins for the previous two games after Jacob Evans III Jersey he sustained a groin injury in .At the time of his injury, Collins had recorded 33 yards on three catches. His longest play of the game took place early in the first quarter when quarterback Davis Mills connected with Collins for a 15-yard gain.Collins wasn't the only significant player the Texans lost due to injury at Allegiant Stadium. Early Maurice Harkless Jersey in the first quarter, veteran defensive lineman sustained a chest injury that sidelined him for the past two contests at NRG Stadium.As the Texans begin preparations ahead of their Week 10 match against the 6-2 New York Giants, coach Lovie Smith is hoping to have the services of Maliek and Nico back on the field at MetLife Stadium."We Bobby Portis Jersey talk about how good the Giants are, rightfully so, we need all hands on deck," Smith said. "Theyre getting better. They are right on schedule and have made a lot of progre s."The absence of Maliek has further hindered Houston's production on the defensive Latrell Sprewell Jersey line. Prior to the game, the Texans had placed on injured reserve after he suffered a calf injury in practice the week before.Scroll to ContinueMaliekhas played a valuable part in the , where he has recorded 11 tackles, two quarterback hits and a pa s deflection amid the first five games of the season. Smith said the Ignas Brazdeikis Jersey Texans began injury check Monday morning and should have an update before Wednesday's practice. and