Stroud’s $50M Bet Could Backfire | Houston Texans News

CJ Stroud turned down a $50M+ contract extension, betting he’s closer to Patrick Mahomes’ level than the numbers suggest—but his playoff meltdown and declining production since his stellar rookie year raise serious doubts. With seven turnovers in two road games last year and stats slipping despite a concussion absence, his confidence might be outpacing his consistency. The Texans have him locked in for now via his fifth-year option, but if his performance doesn’t catch up, that big payday could slip away forever. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e99c7a585107c6a3