Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans has observed increased confidence and leadership from quarterback C.J. Stroud, according to team reports. The second-year signal-caller took the field at SoFi Stadium on November 8, 2026, for a matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Stroud, wearing number 7, was seen leaving the stadium after the game. Ryans' comments highlight the quarterback's development as a leader for the Texans.
