Texans’ C.J. Stroud Draws Attention Amid Ominous Criticism

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Sando noted that Stroud received nearly triple the amount of Tier 3 votes than he had over the 2023 and 2024 seasons combined. There is uncertainty about just what the Texans QB is as a player. Another DC said this is a “big year” for Stroud, but believes the Texans QB is capable. Another coach noted that Stroud is heading into his second year with his second offensive coordinator. The second coach believes former Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik got fired due to poor offensive line play, not because of Stroud.