Rookie QB CJ Stroud Leads Texans to Victory, Receives Praise from Predecessor Deshaun Watson

Stroud, a frontrunner for Offensive Rookie of the Year, faces next challenge against AFC No. 1 Baltimore Ravens.

CJ Stroud, the rookie quarterback for the Houston Texans, put on an impressive performance in the Wild Card round, leading the team to a 45-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns.
Deshaun Watson, former Texans quarterback now with the Browns, expressed support for Stroud, stating he has always encouraged him to 'take over H-Town'.
Stroud, a frontrunner for Offensive Rookie of the Year, completed 63.9% of his passes for 4,108 yards and 26 total touchdowns to just five interceptions during the regular season.
Deshaun Watson, sidelined due to a season-ending shoulder surgery, is expected to return for the 2024 season.
Stroud and the Texans will face the AFC No. 1 Baltimore Ravens on the road in their next game. If they win, Stroud would be the sixth rookie quarterback to start in a conference championship game.