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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

Houston Texans linebacker Jamal Hill (56) drops back to block on a special teams drill during an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025.
Houston Texans linebacker E.J. Speed (45) works against linebacker Henry To'oTo'o (39) on special teams drills during an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025.
Houston Texans players huddle up during an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025.
Houston Texans linebacker Jamal Hill (56) breaks through the line past running back J.J. Taylor (26) running special teams drills during an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025.

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