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Analyst questions C.J. Stroud's Texans future
TL;DR
The Houston Texans have picked up C.J. Stroud's fifth-year option, allowing them to delay a long-term deal for two years. However, his performance this season could prompt discussions about his future with the team.
Key points
- Houston Texans picked up C.J. Stroud's fifth-year option
- Stroud's performance will influence his long-term future
- Texans can delay a long-term deal for two seasons
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The Houston Texans and what the franchise does with C.J. Stroud remains perhaps one of the most interesting storylines to follow this offseason.
With the franchise picking up Stroud's fifth-year option, they don't have to do anything regarding a long-term deal for the next two seasons if they really want to.
But if Stroud doesn't perform as many expect, a conversation might have to be had in the building.
And for CBS Sports' Tyler Sullivan, he wonders if Stroud will get that extension.
"After bursting onto the scene as a rookie, it seemed as if Stroud was destined to become the highest-paid player in the league whenever he arrived at this juncture,” Sullivan wrote. “It was the type of performance that had folks second-guessing whether or not he's a franchise centerpiece.”
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What Stroud will we get in 2026?
That is the big question.
Will we get a season like C.J.'s rookie season, where everyone was thinking that Stroud was the next big thing in the league?
But in the two seasons, Stroud has seriously underperformed, especially in the playoffs, which is where you want your quarterbacks to play at their best.
However, Stroud has played so poorly that many now question whether he is "the" guy for the Texans long term.
An extension likely won't be forthcoming this offseason, and if Stroud has another poor year, it won't be coming next offseason either.
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Q&A
What does C.J. Stroud's fifth-year option mean for the Texans?
C.J. Stroud's fifth-year option allows the Texans to keep him for two more seasons without committing to a long-term deal.
What could impact C.J. Stroud's future with the Texans?
Stroud's performance this season will be crucial; if he underperforms, the Texans may reconsider his long-term future with the franchise.
How long do the Texans have to decide on C.J. Stroud's contract?
The Texans have two years to evaluate C.J. Stroud's performance before needing to make a decision on a long-term contract.
