Tank Dell, the promising young wide receiver for the Houston Texans, may have had a quiet start to the season after a stellar rookie year, but he is quickly making his presence known on the field. Dell’s rookie season was unfortunately cut short due to a fractured left fibula, but now, with fellow receiver Nico Collins out with a hamstring injury, Dell is stepping up to fill the void.
In a recent game, Dell showed his prowess by catching a crucial 2-yard touchdown pass on the Texans’ opening drive, giving his team an early lead of 7-0. He continued to make an impact throughout the game, tallying two catches for 22 yards and even drawing a key pass interference penalty on safety Marte Mapu to keep a drive alive.
Quarterback C.J. Stroud also had a solid performance, completing 5 of 6 passes for 54 yards, with star receiver Stefon Diggs hauling in two catches for 24 yards. However, the absence of Collins, who leads the league in receiving yards, was felt as he was placed on injured reserve after a hamstring injury sustained in the previous game.
Despite the setback, Dell’s emergence as a reliable target for Stroud bodes well for the Texans in the coming weeks. With Collins out for the next four games, Dell will be counted on to continue making plays and contributing to the team’s success. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Dell to see if he can replicate his rookie success and help lead the Texans to victory.
