The Ringer Fantasy Football Show on C.J. Stroud

PodcastThe 26 Best Players Under 26, Part 1. Plus, a Request to the Seven and Craig's...June 8, 2026

From the episode

If you look at some of the numbers, honestly, they're not that bad. Yards per attempt last year, 7.2, which is 14th.

STACKED’s take

Positive signalProjection

CJ Stroud is viewed as underrated, with solid numbers in yards per attempt and EPA per dropback, suggesting he could perform better if the Texans improve their offensive line.

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C.J. StroudPositiveProjection

Texans serious contender if Stroud plays at 75% of rookie form; ranked eighth.

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C.J. StroudPositiveProjection

At 75% of rookie form, Texans become serious playoff threat; ranked #8.

Windy City Gridiron

C.J. StroudNegativeProjection

Stroud's regression and pressure sensitivity create vulnerability vs. Buffalo's defense.

Buffalo Rumblings

C.J. StroudNeutralMatchup

Stroud and Texans listed as live underdog bet option for Week 1.

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C.J. StroudPositiveDepth Chart

QB C.J. Stroud and the Texans are tabling contract talks until after the season, with Stroud set to play out the final year of his rookie deal, per @...

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C.J. StroudPositiveNews

Schefter: CJ Stroud, Texans agree to wait until after the season to negotiate long-term deal.

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From the episode

STACKED’s take

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