C.J. Stroud

The Texans exercised the fifth-year option for QB C.J. Stroud.

Fantasy Impact

Stroud will get $25.904 million as part of his fifth-year option and is now extension-eligible. He'll have a big prove-it year coming up after struggling the past two seasons.

The Texans plan to use the fifth-year option on QB C.J. Stroud.

Fantasy Impact

It is unclear what the latest is regarding a contract extension for Stroud. The quarterback did not have the best ending to his season last year in the playoffs which raised some questions about Houston giving him a long-term deal. This will remain a situation to monitor as the offseason progresses.

C.J. Stroud said he's "still getting adjusted to” the Texans offense.

Fantasy Impact

It was a rough end to the season for Stroud as he threw four interceptions in last Sunday's loss against the Patriots. "I know that I’m still getting better, and I’ve still got a lot of things to figure out," Stroud said after the game. "It'll be year four next year, and I’m still learning every day. We had a new system this year and new guys, and it’s something I’m still getting adjusted to. Those are no excuses. I've just got to learn from that." The next decision for Houston to make will be regarding Stroud's fifth-year contract option by May 1.

C.J. Stroud completed 14-of-23 passes for 169 yards and one touchdown in the Texans 38-30 win over the Colts.

Fantasy Impact

Stroud was benched at halftime. He'll head to Pittsburgh in the Wild Card round.

Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said the Texans will play their starters in Week 18’s game against the Colts.

Fantasy Impact

Houston can still technically win the AFC South with a win over the Colts and a Jaguars upset against the Titans. The Texans starters are all expected to play.