The Houston Texans had high hopes for rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud heading into season 18 of the NFL. After being drafted in the first round, Stroud was expected to be the franchise quarterback of the future. However, his performance in his rookie season left much to be desired.
Stroud started off the season slowly, throwing for just 1,719 yards and 8 touchdowns in his first 10 games. He also had a poor completion percentage of just 58%. His struggles continued as he threw for just 4 touchdowns and 8 interceptions in the final 6 games of the season.
The Texans offense as a whole struggled during the season, ranking near the bottom of the league in most offensive categories. This was largely due to Stroud’s inability to move the ball down the field and make plays. He was often hesitant in the pocket and failed to make quick decisions with the football.
Despite his struggles, Stroud showed flashes of potential throughout the season. He had a few games where he was able to move the ball down the field and make plays. He also had a few games where he was able to make some big plays with his arm and feet.
Overall, C.J. Stroud’s performance in season 18 of the NFL was far from impressive. He failed to live up to expectations and showed that he still has a lot of work to do before becoming a reliable starting quarterback in the NFL. The Texans will need to make sure they surround him with talent and give him time to develop if they want to get the most out of their first round pick.