Overview

• Houston lost 20-19 to the Buccaneers on Monday Night Football, falling to 0-2 and into an early two‑game hole behind the 2-0 Colts in the AFC South.
• C.J. Stroud finished 13-of-24 for 207 yards and one touchdown with a 54.2% completion rate and no interceptions.
• Ryans highlighted a 2-for-9 performance on third down and short-yardage issues, saying he needs to review the film.
• Stroud was sacked three times (six this season) behind a shuffled line and missing pieces, with left-tackle changes, no starting center, Tank Dell and Christian Kirk limited, and Joe Mixon on the PUP list.
• After an offseason reset centered on faith, film work and team sessions, Stroud urged teammates to stay together and have hard conversations to build confidence.