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Stroud Hails Young’s Growth and Delivers Touchdown in Preseason Win

Stroud reinforced his bond with Young at joint practice shortly before a crisp two-series touchdown that reflected Houston’s revamped offense

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Houston Texans center Jake Andrews (60), quarterback Davis Mills (10) and quarterback C.J. Stroud warm up before a preseason NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers at NRG Stadium in Houston, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.
Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (27) dives through the Carolina Panthers defense for a short gain during the first half of a preseason NFL football game at NRG Stadium in Houston, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud warms up during the first half of a pre-season NFL football game at NRG Stadium in Houston, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.

Overview

  • C.J. Stroud publicly praised Bryce Young as “one of the best quarterbacks I’ve ever seen” after the Texans and Panthers held joint practices in Houston.
  • In his first look under offensive coordinator Nick Caley, Stroud went 6-for-8 for 44 yards and converted a fourth-down touchdown in Houston’s 20-3 preseason victory.
  • Houston’s overhauled offensive line afforded Stroud better protection than in 2024, helping him operate cleanly during his limited game action.
  • Bryce Young saw only two series against the Texans, finishing 0-for-2 passing as observers weighed how his late-2024 improvement will translate in 2025.
  • While the sample size is small, Stroud’s efficiency and public endorsement of Young have established early storylines for both quarterbacks heading into the regular season.