BREAKING NEWS: C.J. Stroud Inks Six-Year, $18.4 Million Extension With Houston Texans
Houston, TX — In a major move that solidifies their future, the Houston Texans have signed star quarterback C.J. Stroud to a six-year contract extension worth $18.4 million. The deal, which will keep Stroud in Houston through the 2031 NFL season, demonstrates the franchise’s strong commitment to their rising superstar and the leadership he brings to the locker room.
The extension comes after a breakout year for Stroud, who quickly became the face of the franchise following his debut. With this new deal, the Texans are not only investing in his arm talent but in his leadership and potential to guide the team to long-term success.
Stroud addressed the media shortly after the news broke and offered three key reasons why he chose to commit his future to Houston.
“First and foremost, this organization believed in me from the start,” Stroud said. “They drafted me, gave me the keys to this offense, and supported me through every step. That kind of loyalty means everything to me.”
His second reason: the team culture. “We’ve built something special in this locker room. From the coaching staff to my teammates, there’s a bond here that’s hard to find in this league. It’s more than football — it’s family.”
Lastly, Stroud emphasized his belief in the city of Houston and its fans. “The fans here embraced me right away, and I feel a real connection with this community. I want to bring a championship to Houston. That’s my mission, and I’m not going anywhere until we get it done.”
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans praised Stroud’s work ethic and vision for the team. “C.J. is everything you want in a quarterback — talented, driven, and focused. This extension gives us the stability to continue building around him.”
General manager Nick Caserio added, “It’s a great day for the Texans. We’ve secured a player who’s not only instrumental on the field but also respected off it.”
With the extension in place, the Texans now have one of the NFL’s most promising young quarterbacks locked in for the long haul. Expectations are sky-high as the team eyes playoff contention and, ultimately, a Super Bowl run.
Stroud’s message to Houston? “We’re just getting started.”