C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans have pushed long-term contract negotiations past the 2026 season, according to a report published by sports.yahoo.com. The discussions had been underway before the regular season began. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on X that the sides made the decision, citing Schefter and RapSheet.
The Texans exercised Stroud's fifth-year option, keeping the quarterback under contract through the 2027 season. That does not determine what happens after that contract year, although the report says Stroud and Houston continue to want a long-term agreement.
Possible terms reported this offseason have included $50 million to $55 million, while a separate figure of roughly $70 million has also been mentioned. The actual offers exchanged and the distance reached in negotiations remain unknown. Stroud received substantial praise during the offseason for his preparation, and his 2025 results in challenging conditions are serving as motivation.
He and the Texans will focus on the 2026 season before revisiting the contract issue. The story was originally published by HEAVY.
