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Texans QB C.J. Stroud’s Future Impacted by Brock Purdy News

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Connor Greene | Last updated May 17, 2025 3:00 PM ET

C.J. Stroud’s future with the Houston Texans may be shaped by a recent major NFL quarterback deal.

According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a five-year, $265 million contract extension with quarterback Brock Purdy. The deal includes $165.05 million guaranteed over the first three years and could reach $215 million through the first four. It runs through the 2030 season and features $181 million guaranteed at signing.

The #49ers and QB Brock Purdy agreed to terms on a five-year, $265 million contract extension, his agent Kyle Strongin of @RangeSports tells The Insiders.

Purdy gets $181M in total guarantees, including $165.05M in the first three new years of a deal that runs through 2030. pic.twitter.com/kX5EhkO0rl
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) May 16, 2025

In terms of average annual value (AAV) for quarterbacks, Purdy now ranks fourth league-wide, tied with Jared Goff at $53 million per year.

The news sent ripples across the NFL, but especially in Houston.

With star QB C.J. Stroud’s rookie deal only having two years remaining and a fifth-year option likely to be exercised for 2027, the Texans will soon need to prepare to hand out a major extension of their own.

During his first NFL season, the former Ohio State standout threw for 4,108 yards, 23 touchdowns and just five interceptions, earning the 2023 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award.

In his second season, he followed up with 3,727 yards, 20 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. While the numbers looked like a step back, Stroud still delivered a solid performance despite battling injuries and a less consistent supporting cast around him.

Stroud’s production over his first two seasons closely mirrors Purdy’s with almost identical numbers across the board. While Stroud holds the edge in total passing yards, it’s also worth noting that Purdy played in seven fewer games due to his late start in 2022.

His performance and leadership have already solidified his status as the face of the franchise, and his eventual extension is likely expected to fall in the same range as Purdy’s deal.

The news gives Texans fans something to look forward to as the front office will have to deal with shuffling finances to keep their guy.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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