Stroud is currently signed through 2027 after the Texans activated the fifth-year option on his rookie contract. Caserio also praised Stroud for both his attitude and work ethic in his fourth offseason with the Texans. It's probably the best offseason he's had since he's been here," Caserio said. The Texans GM said Wednesday he feels comfortable with contract negotiations for other players including Stroud extending into the season if necessary. The Texans' delay in extending Stroud comes after the franchise signed Will Anderson Jr., selected one pick behind Stroud in the 2023 draft, to the largest non-quarterback contract in NFL history.