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Stroud entered the NFL with authority as a rookie in 2023, but his overall numbers and performances have regressed since. The last game Houston played last season was also the worst of Stroud's professional career, as he mustered just a 28 quarterback rating while throwing four interceptions in a playoff loss to the New England Patriots. If Buffalo's defensive front can win without blitzing, it's going to be a long day for Stroud, as he does not perform well when pressured.
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Stroud's regression and poor pressure performance make him vulnerable to Buffalo's disguise schemes.

Stroud's overall numbers and performances have regressed since entering the NFL as a rookie in 2023; his last game last season was the worst of his professional career, mustering just a 28 quarterback rating while throwing four interceptions in a playoff loss to the New England Patriots. He does not perform well when pressured and struggled with defensive disguise throughout last season. Buffalo's defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard can use disguise to fool Stroud into heating himself up in the pocket. Penning Stroud in the pocket and bringing effective, judicious pressure is a huge key to success this week.

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