Rookie QB C.J. Stroud's Record-Breaking Performance Drives Texans to Midseason Turnaround

Stroud Sets NFL Rookie Record with 470 Passing Yards, Helps Texans Equal Last Season's Win Total with Nine Games Remaining

Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud, the second overall draft pick, set the NFL record for most yards passing by a Rookie with 470 yards and five touchdowns, leading the Houston Texans to a major midseason turnaround.
Despite it being his rookie season, Stroud already ranks seventh overall in the NFL for yards passing, and first among rookies, with a total of 2,270 yards.
Other key rookies contributing to the Texans' success include defensive end Will Anderson and receiver Tank Dell, who both have played significant roles in the team's four wins this season.
Stroud's impressive performance and striving to improve further are seen as key elements to the Texans' turnaround, and are expected to play a big part in their attempt to increase their win total and possibly make the playoffs.
Despite the solid passing game led by Stroud, the Texans' running game is struggling, ranking 27th in the NFL and averaging just 87 yards per game.