Bootleg Football on C.J. Stroud

Stroud playing top-7/8 QB level; elite on short and deep throws despite 0-4 record.

Stroud is playing at a top-7 or top-8 quarterback level through the first month, delivering exceptional performance despite the Texans' 0-4 record. He has been brilliant on throws under 15 yards (14-of-16, 160 yards, 108.3 passer rating, 10.0 yards per attempt, +11.4% completion percentage over expected) and elite on deep throws 15+ yards (7-of-11, 187 yards, 17.0 yards per attempt, 146.8 passer rating, +23.6% completion percentage over expected, 2 TDs, 0 INTs). He's been an exceptional distributor working effectively with multiple receivers regardless of whether Nico Collins is on the field.

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