"C.J. Stroud's Rookie Brilliance Propels Texans Toward Playoff Dreams"
Houston Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik's analytical approach and play-calling have been instrumental in rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud's record-breaking season. Slowik's strategic play design, including a game-winning double post concept against the Buccaneers, and his background with the San Francisco 49ers under Kyle Shanahan, have contributed to the Texans' offensive turnaround. Stroud's success with progression reads and play-action plays, along with Slowik's detailed coaching, have helped the Texans (9-7) compete for a playoff spot for the first time since 2019.