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sports3 days ago

Day 1 at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine Signals Stroud's Decline, Crosby Trade Buzz, and a Draft Shift

Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine highlighted four themes: C.J. Stroud’s stock has declined amid persistent trade rumors and public Texans’ backing, with teams weighing a potential fifth-year option; Maxx Crosby’s trade value could exceed past mega-deals as teams circle the Raiders; two offensive-minded head coaches—Sean Payton and Dave Canales—will relinquish playcalling in 2026 to coordinators, signaling a possible shift toward a CEO-style leadership; and the draft landscape looks more “best available” and value-driven, with emphasis on non-premium positions and fewer blue-chip quarterbacks at the top.

via FOX Sports|
#cj-stroud#maxx-crosby#nfl-draft
Combine Revelations Signal a Busy Offseason for Rodgers, Stroud and Pitts
sports4 days ago

Combine Revelations Signal a Busy Offseason for Rodgers, Stroud and Pitts

At the NFL Combine, teams outlined plans: Steelers hope Aaron Rodgers returns but are prepared to roll with Mason Rudolph or Malik Willis if not; Texans will not trade C.J. Stroud and will address his fifth-year option and future; Chargers won’t franchise-tag Odafe Oweh despite ample cap space; Ravens are negotiating a contract extension with Lamar Jackson while weighing the future of center Tyler Linderbaum; Falcons intend to move on from Kirk Cousins, avoid commenting on James Pearce Jr., and plan to franchise-tag Kyle Pitts to keep him long-term.

via Sports Illustrated|
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Caserio rules out Stroud trade rumors, says Texans QB stays put
sports4 days ago

Caserio rules out Stroud trade rumors, says Texans QB stays put

Texans general manager Nick Caserio dismissed talk of trading quarterback C.J. Stroud as “moronic” and insisted Stroud isn’t going anywhere, addressing the chatter at the Scouting Combine. The comments come after Stroud’s playoff performance (four interceptions in the loss to the Patriots) and as Houston weighs extension talks and the 2027 contract option.

via NBC Sports|
#cj-stroud#houston-texans#nfl
Ryans tells Stroud to flush playoff letdown and reset for 2026
sports1 month ago

Ryans tells Stroud to flush playoff letdown and reset for 2026

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans urged QB C.J. Stroud to flush Sunday’s four-interception playoff loss to the Patriots and return to fundamentals this offseason, telling him to block out negative talk and focus on getting better. Ryans said he wouldn’t bench Stroud and noted the team will likely pick up Stroud’s fifth-year option, though extension talks weren’t discussed.

via NBC Sports|
#cj-stroud#demeco-ryans#football
Texans’ Stroud sets infamous postseason turnover record in a two-game arc
sports1 month ago

Texans’ Stroud sets infamous postseason turnover record in a two-game arc

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud became the first player to accumulate 5+ interceptions and 5+ fumbles in a single postseason, a six-quarter stretch that included a wild-card win over the Steelers and a rough divisional-round showing against the Patriots; Houston still prevailed in the wild-card game and remains in the hunt for the AFC title versus the Broncos.

via Sports Illustrated|
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Patriots ride four Stroud interceptions to 21-10 halftime lead
sports1 month ago

Patriots ride four Stroud interceptions to 21-10 halftime lead

New England leads 21-10 at halftime as the Patriots’ defense piles up turnovers, forcing four interceptions on Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (including a Marcus Jones pick-six). Stroud is 10-for-26 for 124 yards with a TD and four INTs. Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has two TD passes and 117 passing yards on 10-for-19, while Texans’ offense has been limited to nine first downs and 132 total yards. Texans may face QB changes early in the second half as New England extends its edge.

via NBC Sports|
#cj-stroud#houston-texans#interceptions
Divisional Round Duel: Maye’s test vs. Houston’s D and Stroud’s rebound bid
nfl-game-previews1 month ago

Divisional Round Duel: Maye’s test vs. Houston’s D and Stroud’s rebound bid

The Texans-Patriots Divisional Round pits Drake Maye against Houston’s top-ranked defense while C.J. Stroud looks to rebound after a turnover-heavy Wild Card game. Injury updates—Nico Collins out for Houston and Christian Gonzalez potentially limited for New England—could tilt head-to-head matchups as Houston leans on its run game and New England’s improved pass rush to push toward the AFC Championship.

via NFL.com|
#cj-stroud#divisional-round#drake-maye
Patriots aim to disguise Stroud, lean on the ground game vs Texans’ elite defense
sports1 month ago

Patriots aim to disguise Stroud, lean on the ground game vs Texans’ elite defense

NBC Sports Boston’s Phil Perry breaks down a game plan for the Patriots in the Divisional Round: protect Drake Maye against a strong Houston pass rush, and try to fluster C.J. Stroud with disguises and blitzes while exploiting the Texans’ vulnerabilities on early downs, play‑action, and screens. Houston’s defense—anchored by a fierce pass rush—has been stingy, so New England should lean on a strong ground game (and gap/Duo concepts), mix in quick throws, and target tight ends in the passing game to counter the front. Stroud has shown improved play when blitzed since Week 13, so the Patriots may deploy pressure but will need solid O‑line play to sustain drives. The article also notes rookie TreVeyon Henderson and safety Craig Woodson as potential contributors for the Patriots. The outcome hinges on controlling the line of scrimmage and keeping Stroud uncomfortable.

via NBC Sports Boston|
#cj-stroud#divisional-round#nfl
Texans ride defense and Stroud into divisional showdown with Patriots
sports1 month ago

Texans ride defense and Stroud into divisional showdown with Patriots

The Houston Texans, riding an NFL-best 10-game win streak, head into a divisional playoff against the New England Patriots behind a league-leading defense and a poised rookie quarterback, C.J. Stroud (3,041 yards, 19 TDs in 14 starts). Houston's defense throttles opponents with Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter rushing the passer and a ball-hawking secondary led by Derek Stingley Jr.; Stroud has also benefited from a productive supporting cast, though Nico Collins is in concussion protocol. Houston finished 12-5 and earned the fifth seed after a slow start, while New England, coached by Mike Vrabel in his first year, faces a tall task trying to slow Houston's unit and reach the AFC Championship.

via Pats Pulpit|
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Texans derail Steelers with defense-led playoff rout
sports1 month ago

Texans derail Steelers with defense-led playoff rout

Houston’s No. 1 defense and a controlled, run-oriented attack turned a tight game into a 30–6 playoff rout, punctuated by two defensive touchdowns in the fourth quarter. Pittsburgh’s offense struggled on third downs and with drops, ending their season despite a late surge, while Houston extended its win streak and showcased why it entered postseason on a hot stretch.

via Steelers.com|
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