NeutralRoleTue, August 4, 2026
Stroud's struggles may stem from OL issues and system fit, not pure talent.
C.J. StroudQBHOU
A coach said "They've signed some pro offensive linemen this offseason. He plays hurried sometimes because he thinks he's going to get rushed." Another coach noted "Slowik got fired because their offensive line sucked, not because the quarterback really played poorly. The old system is a little friendlier to quarterbacks who are not as fast processing. Last year, it looked like C.J. might be one of those guys. Hopefully it was just first year in the system, but I do wonder, do you have to make it easier for this kid so he can play fast?"
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Slowik got fired because their offensive line sucked, not because the quarterback really played poorly. The old system is a little friendlier to quarterbacks who are not as fast processing.
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- A coach said "They've signed some pro offensive linemen this offseason. He plays hurried sometimes because he thinks he's going to get rushed." Another coach noted "Slowik got fired because their offensive line sucked, not because the quarterback really played poorly. The old system is a little friendlier to quarterbacks who are not as fast processing. Last year, it looked like C.J. might be one of those guys. Hopefully it was just first year in the system, but I do wonder, do you have to make it easier for this kid so he can play fast?"
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