QB: CJ Stroud - HOU

2024 Season Summary

Passing & Volume

• Threw for 3,727 yards (219.2 yards per game), down from 4,108 yards (273.9 yards per game) in 2023

• Tossed 20 touchdowns and 12 interceptions (compared to 23 TDs and 5 INTs in 2023)

• Completion rate: 63.2%

• Yards per attempt: 7.0

Pressure & Sack Metrics

• Took 52 sacks in 2024 (second-most in the NFL), up from 38 the year before

Rushing Output

• 52 rush attempts for 233 yards (4.5 yards per carry)

• No rushing touchdowns

Key Contextual Takeaways

• Passing yards per game dropped by around 20%

• Interceptions more than doubled year-over-year

• Offensive line breakdowns and pressure significantly impacted performance

• Deep-passing efficiency regressed from his elite rookie numbers

2025 Fantasy Outlook

1. Offensive Line & Protection

• 2024 featured massive pass protection issues (52 sacks)

• Improvement is critical to restoring his fantasy value

• Additions of Laken Tomlinson and Cam Robinson are expected to stabilize protection

2. Skill-Position Support

• WR Tank Dell has been ruled out for the season

• New additions include Christian Kirk, rookie Jayden Higgins, and running back Nick Chubb

3. Offensive System Shift

• New offensive coordinator Nick Calley brings more pre-snap autonomy for Stroud

• Greater line-of-scrimmage control may lead to fewer sacks and turnovers

Headliners Take

Stroud’s 2024 season reflected a sophomore slump, driven by pass-catcher injuries, pressure issues, and a spike in turnovers. Still, his baseline metrics point to a solid rebound candidate in 2025.

With an improved offensive line, more reliable weapons, and a better-designed system, Stroud could easily return to:

• 240+ passing yards per game

• Mid-20s touchdown range

• 17–19 fantasy points per game

  
  

He profiles as a high-upside mid-round QB2 who can significantly outperform his draft cost if the Texans stabilize around him. There was a lot working against him in 2024 — don’t let that noise distract you from buying low on one of the league’s brightest young quarterbacks.