Texans and C.J. Stroud Delay Contract Negotiations Until 2027

The Houston Texans and quarterback C.J. Stroud will not finalize a contract before the start of the upcoming NFL season, according to reports from ESPN. This decision means that negotiations will be deferred until after the season concludes.

The Texans' General Manager, Nick Caserio, had previously indicated that an in-season deal was unlikely. While there was some uncertainty regarding a deal before Week 1, it has become clear that both parties will wait.

Stroud is currently under contract until 2027, and the Texans may choose to delay negotiations further, potentially utilizing the franchise tag if his performance improves significantly. The team has shown commitment to Stroud, as evidenced by their decision not to bench him during a challenging playoff game last season.