Houston Texans: Stroud's Option, Anderson's Record Deal

0:00It's April 1st. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI, your gridiron update. I'm Cory with the story. The Houston Texans are playing its smart with their star duo from the 2023 draft, Quarter Back CJ. Stroud and defensive end will Anderson Jr. Both are up for rookie extensions, but the team is splitting the approach. For Stroud, expect them to pick up his 5th year option at 25.9 million, guaranteed for 2027 instead of a full. Long term deal right now. Word from League Sources says talks are already rolling for a massive extension with Anderson this off season. He's locked in as a cornerstone after dominating last season. Anderson earned all pro first team honors, proving he's elite on that defensive front. Fans and analysts see this as the right move, rewarding his impact while keeping the roster balanced. For Stroud, it makes sense to hold off after a tough year, three. He gets a shot to rebound in 2026, boosting his leverage for a bigger bag next time around.

1:00This sets up Anderson for a record breaking payday, possibly topping Miles Gare's 40 million average annual value, while Stroud stays locked in. Short term, Houston's building steady for the long haul.