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C.J. Stroud Completes One Pass in Texans 11-on-11 as Shoulder Soreness and O-Line Breakdowns Persist

Persistent pocket collapse by star pass rushers has compounded his timing flaws, raising doubts about his long-term QB1 role

Overview

  • Stroud went 1-for-6 in a recent 11-on-11 session, with hurried throws and scrambles dominating his performance
  • Lingering shoulder tightness from spring OTAs has curtailed his throwing reps and disrupted synchronization with OC Nick Caley’s new system
  • Pro Bowl defenders Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter have consistently breached the pocket, forcing the quarterback into compromised reads
  • Houston’s offseason offensive line overhaul, including veterans Cam Robinson and Trent Brown, has failed to reduce pressure rates compared to last season
  • Stroud and coaches DeMeco Ryans and Nick Caley insist there are no serious health concerns, with the quarterback affirming he feels strong and ready