Overview

• Houston has opened 0-3 with one of the league’s weakest offenses, tying for the fewest touchdowns through three weeks and ranking near the bottom in yards and third-down conversions.
• C.J. Stroud’s three-game line sits at 64% completions for 599 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions, with late-game turnovers compounding efficiency concerns.
• Head coach Brian Callahan ceded play-calling after three games to quarterbacks coach Bo Hardegree in a bid to jump-start the unit.
• Dianna Russini of The Athletic said there are “things going on behind the scenes” that could be revealed soon, while maintaining Stroud remains capable of earning a major extension if the offense improves.
• Multiple factors are cited for the slump, including four new starters on the offensive line, running back Joe Mixon’s indefinite absence, and wide receiver Tank Dell’s ongoing knee recovery.