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Dak Prescott insists the Dallas Cowboys' offense is on track to become the 'Greatest Offense There Is' (GOTI), despite ranking 12th in yards per game. The team recently defeated the Houston Texans, who fell to 0-4 after failing to protect a lead in the final two minutes.
Mike Florio predicts the Steelers beat the Browns 17-13, while CBS Sports and Bleacher Report analysts split on the outcome. The Bengals are favored over the Jaguars, but the Texans face a critical test against the Cowboys. The 49ers are expected to beat the Broncos despite injuries, and the Rams are favored over the Eagles.
The Indianapolis Colts ended a nine-game losing streak by defeating the Houston Texans 19-17 on Sunday, securing their first win since November 2025. Kicker Spencer Shrader converted a 53-yard field goal with 16 seconds remaining to seal the victory after the Texans had taken a 17-16 lead late in the fourth quarter. The win improved Indianapolis to 1-2, while Houston fell to 0-3, marking the first time the Texans have lost three consecutive games in a single season.
Eight NFL teams sit winless after Week 2, with the Washington Commanders facing the highest risk due to Jayden Daniels' elbow injury and a brutal schedule. While the Los Angeles Chargers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers struggle with systemic issues, the Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts retain playoff potential despite early setbacks. Historical data shows only 12-20% of 0-2 teams reach the postseason, but recent expansions have slightly improved odds for teams with strong rosters.
C.J. Stroud guided Houston to a near-upset of Buffalo with several clean throws and timely plays, but opening and closing fumbles cloud the performance and question whether this growth is sustainable; Houston’s defense flashed moments yet struggled to slow the Bills’ offense, making the outing a promising but imperfect sign for Stroud as high-stakes contract talks loom.
Tedy Bruschi and Alex Smith clashed on ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown over CJ Stroud, with Bruschi questioning Stroud’s contract posture and urging a focus on Houston’s defense and run game, while Smith argued Stroud is among the league’s top young quarterbacks, despite Houston’s offensive-line issues and surrounding talent challenges.
C.J. Stroud threw for 274 yards and two touchdowns with a 106.7 passer rating, but two late strip-sacks led to fumbles and a 36-31 loss to the Bills. DeMeco Ryans said Stroud was in control and showed growth and confidence, though Houston couldn’t seal the win after a 9-yard sack and a late strip-sack that ended the drive, as Josh Allen piled up 334 passing yards for Buffalo.
CBS Sports’ Week 1 betting guide highlights three live underdogs, led by the Houston Texans (+1.5) at home against Buffalo, with projections and picks across the slate (Jaguars -8.5 over Browns, Eagles -6 over Commanders, Broncos +2.5 over Chiefs, Jets +1.5 over Titans) and several additional game selections for the opening weekend.
The Texans won’t finalize a contract extension with quarterback C.J. Stroud before the 2026 season and will reassess after it ends. Stroud remains under contract through 2027, and Houston could even wait to use the franchise tag if needed. With market values potentially ranging from roughly $20 million to $64 million per year, the Texans remain committed but aren’t rushing a deal, letting Stroud prove himself to determine his worth.
The Texans have held contract talks with quarterback C.J. Stroud, but GM Nick Caserio said negotiations may wait until 2027 if no deal is in place by Week 1. Stroud is expected to play the 2026 season without an extension while both sides remain hopeful to close the gap before the opener; the team is prepared to offer a deal that could put him in the $50M-per-year club. Stroud’s playoff track record has been mixed, but he helped the Texans reach the postseason in his first three seasons. If no deal is reached, he’ll still be under control in 2027 via a $25.9M fifth-year option.
ESPN reports CJ Stroud is poised to join the NFL’s $50 million-a-year quarterback club, with the Texans ready to place him among the top-paid QBs. Houston won’t negotiate a new deal before the season starts, leaving the possibility of a long-term extension to 6–8 months from now as he weighs free agency in 2027. Stroud’s performance metrics place him mid-pack, and the Texans have exercised his fifth-year option while signaling long-term commitment.
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud heads into 2026 with a looming contract extension, insisting he’s earned his bargain while acknowledging his early career hasn’t been flawless; Houston needs more from the offense after a stellar rookie season but middling 3rd year, and Stroud’s 2026 performance—especially ball security, decision-making, and poise—will likely determine whether the team commits to him, following Will Anderson Jr.’s extension earlier this year.
The NFL offseason remains active with several major endings still to be decided: a June 1 dead-cap relief could unlock a possible trade of A.J. Brown from the Eagles, Tampa Bay is expected to finalize a high-value extension for Baker Mayfield, Detroit must navigate extensions for its 2023 draft core (Gibbs, Campbell, LaPorta, Branch) within cap limits, Houston is positioned to extend C.J. Stroud as its future quarterback, and Kansas City still needs to bolster its wide receiver corps to support a now-onward Mahomes-loaded offense.
Texans owner Cal McNair reaffirmed the team's commitment to quarterback C.J. Stroud, noting Houston exercised his fifth-year option and that contract negotiations with Stroud’s camp will be handled behind the scenes by GM Nick Caserio. There’s no rush to finalize a deal before the team returns to the field, with the next potential major step likely next offseason.
The Houston Texans finalized a three-year extension with edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., worth about $150 million with $134 million guaranteed and including a no-trade clause, making him the league's highest-paid non-quarterback. Anderson, the 2023 No. 3 overall pick and 2025 first-team All-Pro, posted 12 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, and 23 QB hits in 17 games last season. The deal solidifies Houston's top defensive cornerstone as the team pivots toward signing quarterback C.J. Stroud to a long-term deal.