What happened: The Texans and C.J. Stroud will pause negotiations until after the 2026 season, per Adam Schefter. [NBC Sports](https://www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/football/player-news/2026-09-12/c-j-stroud-texans-to-table-contract-talks)
NFL·September 13, 2026 08:15 AM ET
Schefter: 2027 QB market helped steer Stroud toward delaying extension
He still wants to stay in Houston long term.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 131 min read
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