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Timeline sets up C.J. Stroud to join the Dolphins
TL;DR
C.J. Stroud is currently under contract with the Houston Texans through 2027, but there are no immediate plans for a contract extension. Speculation suggests he may play out his fourth year without an extension.
Key points
- C.J. Stroud is under contract with the Texans through 2027
- The Texans are not rushing to extend Stroud's contract
- Speculation suggests Stroud may play out his fourth year without an extension
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The Houston Texans don't appear to be in a hurry to sign C.J. Stroud to a contract extension.
At the moment, Stroud is under contract for 2026 and 2027, which is his fifth-year option on his rookie deal. Beyond that? There's no telling what might happen with Stroud.
"Houston's messaging hasn't been as clear (as Bryce Young in Carolina)," ESPN's Jeremy Fowler wrote on Thursday. "The Texans have not tipped their hand, but some around the league are loosely expecting Stroud to also play out the fourth year of his rookie pact without an extension."
Stroud was the best rookie in his class, but his second and third seasons haven't shown the growth Houston may have wanted.
That at least makes it worth considering what would happen if, in two years, the Texans decide they've had enough with Stroud.
That might be around the time the Miami Dolphins are considering a change, too.
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What about Malik Willis?
The Dolphins signed Willis to a three-year contract this offseason after his time as a backup with the Green Bay Packers.
By the time the 2027 season has concluded, Miami will know whether Willis is their long-term answer or if it's time to move on before that third and final contract season.
While there's definitely reason to believe in Willis, he's no sure thing. He has a lot more on his shoulders at this point than he's ever had in the NFL.
If Willis doesn't pan out, the Dolphins may not be in a hurry to draft a quarterback. They may want a more sure thing.
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Stroud would have some doubters if the Texans do let him reach the open market that offseason.
On the flip side, the Dolphins would potentially appreciate adding more of a pocket passer after two seasons of Willis.
This is all speculation, but the timelines do add up in a way that could bring these pairs, or a team-QB like them, together.
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Q&A
What is C.J. Stroud's current contract status with the Texans?
C.J. Stroud is under contract with the Houston Texans through 2027, including his fifth-year option.
Are the Texans planning to extend C.J. Stroud's contract soon?
Currently, the Texans do not appear to be in a hurry to sign C.J. Stroud to a contract extension.
What are the expectations for C.J. Stroud's future with the Texans?
There is speculation that Stroud may play out the fourth year of his rookie contract without an extension.