Battle Red Blog on C.J. Stroud

ArticleTexans’ fans need to rally behind C.J. Stroud
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Stroud actually succeeding and being paid appropriately in two seasons. Fans, we are in the best-case scenario as is. From a roster standpoint, he has everything he needs to succeed now. Houston has 20 of 22 starters under contract for two seasons.

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Stroud on rookie deal with elite roster continuity is the Texans' best-case scenario.

C.J. Stroud is on a rookie contract and represents the best-case scenario for the Texans franchise. The source argues that Stroud succeeding and being paid appropriately in two seasons is superior to the alternatives: tearing down for a rookie QB rebuild, overpaying an over-the-hill veteran, or paying an exorbitant cost in draft capital and salary to acquire a top-end QB. The source emphasizes that Stroud has everything he needs to succeed now, with 20 of 22 starters under contract for two seasons, providing unprecedented roster continuity. This contract situation and roster stability make Stroud an exceptional value proposition for the Texans.

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