What happened: Stroud reached 18 passing touchdowns against two interceptions on the 2026 season following a two-score outing on Sunday. The quarterback entered the week having completed 181 of 282 passes for 2,251 yards through his first eight starts.
Why it matters: Stroud's efficiency has anchored Houston as the offense attempts to climb from a 3-5 start in the AFC standings. Former NFL safety Will Archuleta recently noted Stroud has played his way past the Texans' summer offer with his early-season production. His 9-to-1 touchdown-to-interception ratio places him among the league's top passers entering the second half of the year.
By the numbers: Through eight games in 2026, Stroud completed 181 of 282 passes (64.2%) for 2,251 yards, 16 touchdowns, and two interceptions. He also shares the NFL lead with four 300-yard passing games this season.
What to watch: Houston continues its regular-season schedule seeking to improve its standing in the AFC playoff race.