EPISODE · Sep 9, 2025 · 33 MIN
🚨 C.J. Stroud’s Wake-Up Call: Texans Offense Broken? Penalties, 3rd Downs & Coaching Concerns
from Locked On Texans - Daily Podcast On The Houston Texans · host Locked On Podcast Network
C.J. Stroud says the Texans’ loss was a wake-up call — but are the numbers painting a much darker picture? Houston went just 2-for-9 on 3rd downs, with distances like 22, 16, 19, and 11 yards. That’s not Stroud’s fault — that’s a system problem.In this episode of Locked On Texans, we break down:🔥 Why Stroud’s being judged unfairly in impossible situations🔥 Nick Caley’s first game as OC — motion & play-action numbers eerily similar to Bobby Slowik’s offense (and that’s NOT good)🔥 Why Houston faced 1st-and-15+ FIVE times & 2nd-and-long NINE times🔥 The real story behind Houston’s 1,900+ penalty yards under DeMeco Ryans — is accountability missing?Is this truly a wake-up call for Houston, or is it a warning sign of bigger problems ahead? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotors.com. Let’s ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDON today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms Apply.FanDuelFanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day, all summer long! Visit FANDUEL.COM/LOCKEDON and add a big win to your summer bucket list!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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C.J. Stroud says the Texans’ loss was a wake-up call — but are the numbers painting a much darker picture? Houston went just 2-for-9 on 3rd downs, with distances like 22, 16, 19, and 11 yards. That’s not Stroud’s fault — that’s a PENALTY AND EFFICIENCY problem. In this episode of Locked On Texans, we break down: 🔥 Why Stroud’s being judged unfairly in impossible situations 🔥 Nick Caley’s first game as OC — motion & play-action numbers eerily similar to Bobby Slowik’s offense (and that’s NOT good) 🔥 Why Houston faced 1st-and-15+ FIVE times & 2nd-and-long NINE times 🔥 The real story behind Houston’s 1,900+ penalty yards under DeMeco Ryans — is accountability missing? Is this truly a wake-up call for Houston, or is it a warning sign of bigger problems ahead?
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