The Houston Texans and quarterback C.J. Stroud will wait until after the 2026 season to resume work on a long-term contract, according to a report cited by sports.yahoo.com. The two sides had been pursuing an extension before the regular season, but agreed to delay the negotiations.
Stroud remains under contract through the 2027 season because the Texans exercised his fifth-year option. The decision does not settle questions about his future after that contract expires, but the report indicates that both sides remain interested in reaching a longer-term agreement.
Financial figures connected to a possible deal have varied. A reported range has placed one potential offer between $50 million and $55 million, while another figure discussed during the offseason has been closer to $70 million. The specific terms considered by the Texans and Stroud were not provided.
The quarterback will now turn his attention to the 2026 campaign. The report said Stroud received strong praise during the offseason for his preparation and has drawn motivation from his struggles in difficult conditions during the 2025 season.
