The Houston Texans and quarterback C.J. Stroud are putting long-term contract discussions on hold until the 2026 season is complete, according to a report from sports.yahoo.com. The negotiations had been underway before the regular season began. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on X that the sides made the decision, citing Schefter and RapSheet.
Stroud is under contract through the 2027 season after the Texans exercised his fifth-year option. The latest decision does not resolve his contract status beyond that season, but the report said Stroud and the Texans remain interested in a long-term agreement.
Possible contract figures reported this offseason have varied. One reported range was $50 million to $55 million, while another figure discussed was about $70 million. The precise amounts exchanged and how close the sides came to a deal have not been disclosed.
The report also said Stroud received strong praise during the offseason for his preparation and is drawing motivation from his performance in difficult conditions in 2025. The quarterback and team will now focus on the 2026 season. HEAVY originally published the story.
