Houston Texans receiver Sammie Coates has played in just two games in 2018, but he has maximized the most of his opportunities when on the field.

The former Pittsburgh Steelers 2015 third-round pick from Auburn caught 12-yard pass from quarterback Deshaun Watson on first-and-10 from the Colts’ 23-yard line to pick move just outside of goal-to-go in overtime. Coates’ reception helped Houston tie the game 34-34 with a 29-yard field goal and ultimately help give the Texans a chance to win in Indianapolis on the next possession with a 37-yard field goal.

“Did a nice job,” coach Bill O’Brien said of Coates’ performance. “Had a big catch there late in the game and did some good things on special teams. Did a good job. Big, physical guy. Good guy.”

The Texans brought in Coates primarily for special teams with his 6-1, 213-pound frame. However, he has shown the penchant to step up when needed as a receiver, which was the case in Indianapolis as receiver Will Fuller was sidelined during the second half with a hamstring injury.

With Bruce Ellington on injured reserve and Fuller’s status in doubt for the Sunday night showdown with the Dallas Cowboys, Coates may see more opportunities as a pass-catcher and not just a special-teamer.