The Houston Texans should want C.J Stroud to become the franchise quarterback. That starts with a contract extension.
The Houston Texans are in a great position heading into the off-season. A loss in the divisional round to the Baltimore Ravens was heartbreaking, especially after a magical season. DeMeco Ryans’ unit fought hard throughout the game. Their efforts provide fans with uplifting thoughts concerning next season. The Houston Texans’ front office is in a better position than in previous years. They have draft picks, cap space, and a franchise quarterback and will not need to do much to ensure success next season. C.J. Stroud demonstrated his worth to the franchise in his first season under center.
First-round picks in the NFL draft can jumpstart success. Players selected in the initial thirty picks are seen as game-changers before they sport an NFL jersey. Scouts throughout the league believed C.J. Stroud was one of those talented young men. An impressive career at Ohio State University secured a promising future. Stroud earned 8,123 passing yards and threw 85 touchdowns. He received Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year consecutively (2021,2022). Based on projections, Stroud was considered an elite prospect. The former Buckeye was the second quarterback drafted in the 2023 class and signed a four-year $36,279,243 deal.
It did not take long for the rookie quarterback to earn his keep. He won the quarterback battle in the early stages of the off-season. He did not hesitate to become a leader of the team. A win in Week 3 against the Pittsburgh Steelers was the first siting of greatness. Stroud threw three touchdown passes and scorched Teryl Austin’s secondary for 304 passing yards. It was the first noteworthy performance of his young career. Consistency throughout the rest of the season would later make Stroud a candidate for Offensive Rookie of the Year. He ranked 8th in passing yards (4,108), 14th in completions (319), and set the rookie single-game passing record (470) in Week 9 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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