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The Houston Texans brought in former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Noah Brown to help out rookie quarterback CJ Stroud, and Brown came out with a take comparing Stroud to his old quarterback Dak Prescott that should excite Texans fans. “They’re both great quarterbacks – great arm talent,” Noah Brown said of CJ Stroud and Dak […]

The race is on. As the new season approaches, Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans has yet to decide on who will take up the QB1 role for the squad. At this point, it’s a toss-up between incoming third-year quarterback Davis Mills and No. 2 overall pick CJ Stroud, and the developments in the coming […]

The Houston Texans drafted C.J. Stroud second overall in the 2023 NFL Draft but still have another young quarterback on their roster in Davis Mills. Stroud, a standout at Ohio State, is the long-term plan but he may not be leading the team right out of the gate. Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said that […]

The Houston Texans’ 2023 NFL Draft included a huge swing for the fence, with the team taking Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud at No. 2 and Alabama pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. at No. 3. The latter cost the Texans their 2024 first-round pick, and that’s not only the riskiest move of the Texans’ draft […]

As expected, C.J. Stroud garnered plenty of attention during the opening week of the Houston Texans’ OTAs. On the heels of featuring in the Texans’ rookie minicamp schedule, Stroud joined the rest of the team to take part in Houston’s OTAs. The former Ohio State standout continued to get familiar with Texans offensive coordinator Bobby […]

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills doesn’t think he’ll be taking on a mentorship role for CJ Stroud, and he doesn’t plan to. Mills admitted as much on Tuesday as he expressed his desire to compete for the starting quarterback job in Houston. After the Texans selected Stroud with the second overall pick in the 2023 […]

Houston Texans rookie quarterback CJ Stroud and 2023 No. 2 overall pick was not with the first team at OTAs, that was incumbent starter Davis Mills. However, Stroud is focusing on trying to get better, regardless of where that leaves him on the depth chart. “I’m just trying to get better,” CJ Stroud said, via […]

There’s a new wave of talented young quarterbacks coming into the NFL. The 2023 Draft brought some insanely talented QB prospects to lead their respective teams. Before they come into the league, though, the greatest QB in league history sat them down for a heart-to-heart talk. Tom Brady, the recently-retired legend, talked to Bryce Young, […]

The NFL has confirmed the Houston Texans and Carolina Panthers matchup for Week 8 — which means Bryce Young and CJ Stroud face off. October 29 will see the number one and two picks battle it out in order to see which franchise made the right choice. However, the matchup may still be on hold. […]

The Houston Texans opened up their rookie minicamp schedule on Friday, and as expected, C.J. Stroud and Will Anderson Jr. garnered much of the attention on the day. Stroud spent plenty of time building chemistry with a few offensive players on the team, including wide receiver Nathaniel Dell. The Texans selected the former Houston Cougars […]

After being selected with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, quarter C.J. Stroud now famously told the Houston Texans to get Tank Dell alongside him. With Stroud’s wish coming true, the new Texans duo had their first opportunity to show fans their lethal potential. With Dell and Stroud, the Texans have […]

Before the Houston Texans upstaged the NFL Draft by taking CJ Stroud and Will Anderson with the second and third picks, there was a growing sense that the team might be pivoting away from the Ohio State quarterback in favor of a defensive player. Multiple pre-draft reports pointed to Stroud’s potential slide down the board […]

Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud recently said in an interview that he felt disrespected by Ohio State football bringing in now Texas football quarterback Quinn Ewers on a visit in 2021, when Stroud was expected to take over the starting role from Justin Fields. “I mean the first one was like man, how hard can […]

The wait for C.J. Stroud is over, as he was drafted by the Houston Texans with the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft. Stroud should have an excellent chance of starting at quarterback for the Texans if he can get acclimated to the team’s offensive system, make quick progress and stay healthy. The quarterback […]

Following months of scouting and rumors, the 2023 NFL Draft is officially over. With 259 players finding out where their pro careers will start, the league now has a general idea of what the upcoming years have in store. Rebuilding organizations such as the Houston Texans are likely eyeing more success in 2023, which means […]

The Houston Texans drafted QB CJ Stroud with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, and wasted no time bringing in some help for him. In fact, they actually heeded advice from their new quarterback when drafting WR Nathaniel “Tank” Dell. New duo in Houston 👀 C.J. Stroud came through for Tank […]

The Houston Texans selected nine players in the 2023 NFL Draft, with second overall pick CJ Stroud the crown jewel of the class. For Stroud, it was the culmination of a lifelong dream, leading to an emotional moment on stage. Stroud’s lofty draft position quieted plenty of doubters, but an interview with Peter King of […]

The 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, and the Houston Texans finished with nine selections this year. The Texans are currently undergoing a rebuilding phase, aiming to enhance their 3-13-1 record from the previous season. With their need for improvements in multiple areas, it would have been quite a challenge for them to make […]

With the Tennessee Titans taking Will Levis in the second round, it means the former Kentucky star will be meeting his fellow rookie QBs and draft classmates CJ Stroud and Anthony Richardson multiple times by virtue of being in the same division. The Texans made Stroud the second overall pick in the draft, while the […]

The Houston Texans opened up a new era on Thursday, acquiring former Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud and former Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Texans used the No. 2 overall pick in the draft to bring in Stroud, and they later completed a blockbuster trade […]

With the first-round of the 2023 NFL Draft coming to a close, Vegas is now determining who has the best odds to take home Offensive Rookie of the Year. While quarterbacks Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud dominated NFL Draft headlines, neither of them are the favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year. Instead, that […]

The weeks leading up to the NFL Draft are some nasty business. It’s part spycraft and part high school gossip as teams and agencies to erect smoke screens and circulate rumors. Here is a strange world where it matters if someone is a “backwards hat kinda guy” or if his teammates go to his birthday […]

The Houston Texans left everyone wondering what direction they would do in the 2023 NFL Draft. They had plenty of directions to go with the second overall and 12th overall picks after the Carolina Panthers took Bryce Young. When it came down to the moment, they drafted Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud with the second […]

After a brilliant performance against Georgia in the College Football Playoff and a superb showing at the Scouting Combine, C.J. Stroud was flying high and there were thoughts he would become the No. 1 or 2 selection in the NFL Draft. CJ Stroud moved to tears as he gets picked No. 2 overall to the […]

As expected, the Day 1 of the 2023 NFL Draft had no shortage of action whatsoever. The Houston Texans made all sorts of waves early on in the evening by not only selecting new cornerstone quarterback CJ Stroud as the No. 2 overall pick but also trading up nine spots to get their hands on […]

So the Houston Texans just drafted CJ Stroud. Congratulations is in order. Feel free to drool over highlights from the 2021 Rose Bowl. Before you do, it would be nice to get to know your new franchise quarterback. If you’re an Ohio State fan you’re probably intimately familiar with him. Same applies for any other […]

With the hype, uncertainty and anticipation heating up ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, we continue our NFL draft odds series with a prediction and pick for who the Houston Texans will select with the No. 2 and No. 12 overall picks. The Texans made some savvy moves in free agency, but they still have […]

Recent reports have indicated that Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud’s scores on the S2 Cognitive Test  were shockingly low. It appeared that his score that could impact his draft status Thursday night, but Ohio State head coach Ryan Day was not accepting that possibility. The Buckeyes head coach explained that the test has nothing to […]

The Tennessee Titans desperately need a quarterback but might get shut out in the 2023 NFL Draft at pick No. 11. The Arizona Cardinals have the No. 3 pick where QBs like CJ Stroud will be available but need more talent across their roster, not a new signal-caller. This means a Titans-Cardinals trade for the […]

Former Ohio State football wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba spoke about his former teammate CJ Stroud in an appearance on the Up & Adams Show, and he gave a glowing review of him ahead of the NFL Draft. “CJ Stroud’s going to be a great… I mean besides the arm talent, besides all that, he’s always […]

2023 NFL Draft day is here and rumors are abound. The latest involves a potentially huge NFL Draft trade involving the Arizona Cardinals, who hold the number-three overall pick, and the Tennessee Titans, who reportedly have their sights set on quarterback prospect CJ Stroud. The Titans ‘are exploring‘ a trade with the Cardinals with Stroud […]

There has been a ton of smoke about the Houston Texans not taking a quarterback with the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft, but Nick Caserio specifically said that he would not avoid selecting former Ohio State football quarterback CJ Stroud because he has the same agent as Deshaun Watson, according to Adam Schefter […]

Heading into the 2023 NFL Draft, Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud is expected to be one of the first names called. Upon his arrival to the NFL, he will look to make an impact early in his career. He will also hope to put together a season that is as good as the league’s top […]

Ohio State superstar quarterback CJ Stroud has received criticism ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft after reportedly scoring poorly on his S2 cognition testing — but the top signal-caller isn’t phased by the alleged score. “I’m not a test taker,” Stroud shot back, according to the Charlotte Observer’s Scott Fowler. “I play football. At the […]

The 2023 NFL Draft is just a few days away, and there is still so much unknown about how it will all play out. Looking like one of the toughest drafts to predict in recent memory, the first round looks like it will be a pretty crazy ride, especially for the quarterback class. Previous 2023 […]

Heading into the 2023 NFL Draft, Ohio State’s C.J. Stroud has plenty in common with current Chicago Bears starting quarterback. They are both former Buckeyes with Stroud, like Fields expected to go in the first-round. However, the comparisons between Stroud and Fields don’t end there when it comes to the NFL Draft. Stroud, who was […]

The hype surrounding the 2023 NFL draft is ramping up as the days turn to hours before the madness begins. As we are almost certain that Bryce Young will be going No. 1 to the Carolina Panthers, we take a look who could be going No. 3 overall. Below, we continue our NFL odds series […]

The hype surrounding the 2023 NFL draft is ramping up as the days turn to hours before the madness begins. As we are almost certain that Bryce Young will be going No. 1 to the Carolina Panthers, we take a look who could be going No. 2 overall.. Below, we continue our NFL odds series […]

Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer and new head coach Frank Reich have six draft picks to address the team’s needs with notable newcomers this year. Here we’ll look at three sneaky options for the Carolina Panthers and their 1st pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. As the 2023 NFL Draft draws near, the Panthers […]