The Houston Texans and quarterback C.J. Stroud are putting long-term contract negotiations on hold until the 2026 season has ended, according to a report from sports.yahoo.com. The sides had been pursuing an extension before the regular season began. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the decision on X, citing Schefter and RapSheet.
Stroud is under contract through the 2027 season after Houston exercised his fifth-year option. That status does not resolve what could happen after 2027, and the report said both sides continue to want a long-term agreement.
Possible contract figures reported this offseason include $50 million to $55 million, while another discussion centered on about $70 million. The specific amounts exchanged and how near the Texans and Stroud came to an agreement remain unclear. The report also said Stroud drew significant offseason praise for his preparation and is taking motivation from his performance in difficult conditions during 2025.
The quarterback and team will now concentrate on the 2026 season. HEAVY originally published the story.
