Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio is still pushing forward with quarterback C.J. Stroud’s contract extension, even after Sunday’s upset loss to the New York Giants. Caserio told reporters on Monday that he fully expects an agreement with Stroud to be reached sometime over the offseason. Talk about confidence in your guy!
Stroud’s Deal: Close, Not Worried
Despite the tough loss, Caserio isn’t letting it mess with his plans for Stroud. He laid it all out there on Monday, saying, “You can ask C.J. what his thoughts are. We had really good discussions. We were close. I don’t think anybody is worried about it.” That’s a strong statement, especially after a game that didn’t go their way. It sounds like they’re practically there on a deal, and the GM isn’t stressing the fine print.
“The Contract Will Take Care of Itself”
Caserio doubled down on his belief in Stroud, making it clear the team has always backed him up. “He’s playing good football. That’s no surprise. We supported him all off-season when he was badmouthed for one bad half of football. The contract will take care of itself.” Those last six words, “The contract will take care of itself,” tell you everything you need to know: they believe in Stroud’s talent and trust the process. It’s a bold play, showing unwavering commitment to their young QB despite the recent bump in the road.
What’s Next for Stroud’s Future?
So, while the Texans just took an L, Caserio’s comments mean we should all keep an eye on that contract situation. It sounds like a new deal for C.J. Stroud is a lock for the offseason. For now, the focus is on the field, but you know those negotiations are cooking in the background. Look forward to seeing how fast they get this thing finalized once the season wraps up!
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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