C.J. Stroud Says 'I Think I've Held My Bargain Up' Amid Texans Contract Talks
Stroud said his camp has discussed a deal as the Texans control his contract for two more seasons and he remains eligible for an extension.
- On Thursday, Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud discussed a potential contract extension during OTAs, stating, "If it's time to do it, then it is."
- The Texans picked up the Pro Bowl quarterback's fifth-year option in April, keeping him under contract through 2027; Stroud earned Offensive Rookie of the Year honors in 2023.
- Over three seasons, Stroud compiled 28 regular-season wins and 10,876 passing yards, leading Houston to two AFC South titles, though he struggled in a divisional-round loss to the New England Patriots, throwing four interceptions.
- Texans general manager Nick Caserio did not confirm an imminent extension but expects Stroud to remain with the team; defensive end Will Anderson recently reset the market with a three-year, $150 million deal.
- Coach DeMeco Ryans praised Stroud's dedication during his first full offseason, while Stroud stated, "I have learned to let failures and successes go quickly.
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Texans QB C.J. Stroud On Potential Extension: ‘I’ve Held My Bargain Up’
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud can sling it, but the results have been a mixed bag over three years, with roaring highs and concerning lows. Now, it’s decision time, as Stroud is extension-eligible. What are the 2023 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year’s thoughts on the matter? “I let my agent handle that [extension talks]. If it’s time to do it, then it is. My job is football. That’s what I’m foc…
Texans QB C.J. Stroud On Potential Extension: 'I've Held My Bargain Up'
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud can sling it, but the results have been a mixed bag over three years, with roaring highs and concerning lows.Now, it's decision time, as Stroud is extension-eligible. What are the 2023 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year's thoughts on the matter?"I let my agent handle that [extension talks]. If it's time to do it, then it is. My job is football. That's what I'm focused on, just getting better. I think I've hel…
QB C.J. Stroud Addresses Potential Texans Extension
Throughout the offseason, signs have pointed to the Texans waiting until after the 2026 season takes place before authorizing a C.J. Stroud extension. Houston’s QB1 appears to be content with that approach, although he feels he has done enough to warrant a second contract. Having played three years in the NFL, this offseason marks the first time during which Stroud could sign an extension. His rookie deal runs through 2026, while the Texans made…
This year, C.J. Stroud signed a contract extension with the Houston Texans in the NFL for the first time. So far, however, nothing has happened on this front, which does not mean he wants to be unsure.
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