C.J. Stroud Named Potential Trade Target by Analyst

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has emerged as a potential trade target this offseason, according to NFL draft analyst Todd McShay, amid questions about his development following two seasons of declining performance.

McShay, speaking on his podcast The McShay Show, indicated that teams could pursue big-name quarterbacks under contract, naming Stroud specifically. "I'm told, don't be surprised if in the next couple of weeks there are some big-name QBs that are going to be targeted," McShay said. "C.J. Stroud is one of them... does he need a change of scenery? Be prepared for that." He added that some teams view Stroud's rookie-year success as a blueprint for revival, suggesting a fresh environment might unlock that potential again.

Stroud, now 24 and entering the fourth year of his rookie contract, burst onto the scene in 2023 with 4,108 passing yards, 23 touchdowns and just five interceptions, helping the Texans to a playoff berth. However, his output dipped in the following seasons. In 2025, he appeared in 14 games, limited by a concussion, completing 64.5 percent of his passes for 3,041 yards, 19 touchdowns and eight interceptions. The Texans, bolstered by a strong...