# Nico Collins on C.J. Stroud: That dude is hooping

> Nico Collins praises C.J. Stroud's performance despite Houston's losing streak.
- Title: Nico Collins on C.J. Stroud: That dude is hooping · NBC Sports
- Summary: Nico Collins praises C.J. Stroud's performance despite Houston's losing streak. Nico Collins says C.J. Stroud is 'hooping' with strong play after Texans beat…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/nico-collins-on-c-j-stroud-that-dude-is-hooping
- Published: 2026-10-12T14:59:48.425+00:00
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- Topics: nico collins, c.j. stroud, houston texans, titanes, nfl, pro football talk, sports
## Texans beat Titans
Houston Texans secured their first win of the season with a 26-3 victory over the Titans.
## Nico Collins praises Stroud
Receiver Nico Collins called quarterback C.J. Stroud 'hooping' after his strong performance.

> That dude is hooping
## Stroud's game stats
Stroud completed 26-of-34 passes for 261 yards and a touchdown with a 64.3% completion rate.
## Stroud's touchdown runs
Stroud ran for a 2-yard touchdown and threw a 9-yard touchdown to Jaylin Noel.
## Stroud's season performance
Stroud has thrown for 1,402 yards and six touchdowns with no interceptions in five games.
## Key takeaway

Nico Collins says C.J. Stroud is 'hooping' with strong play after Texans beat Titans 26-3.