C.J. Stroud's contract explained
C.J. Stroud is a quarterback for the Houston Texans, with a $36.5M contract that runs through 2027, averaging $9.1M a year. $36.5M of it is guaranteed. His 2026 cap hit is $10.8M. PlainStats calculated these figures from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale.
- Position
- Quarterback
- Team
- Houston Texans
- Age
- 24
- Total value
- $36.5M
- Average per year
- $9.1M
- Guaranteed
- $36.5M
- Fully guaranteed at signing
- $36.5M
- Runs through
- 2027
- 2026 cap hit
- $10.8M
Calculated by PlainStats from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale (not a reported figure).
2026 stats
- Games
- 7
- Passing
- 160 of 247 for 1,867 yards, 11 touchdowns, 1 interception
- Rushing
- 18 carries for 80 yards, 1 touchdown
Regular season through week 8. Source: nflverse.
Quick answers
How much does C.J. Stroud make?
C.J. Stroud has a $36.5M contract, which averages $9.1M a year. PlainStats calculated this from the CBA rookie scale.
How long is C.J. Stroud's contract?
C.J. Stroud's contract runs through the 2027 season.
How much of C.J. Stroud's contract is guaranteed?
$36.5M of the $36.5M is guaranteed. $36.5M was fully guaranteed at signing. These are PlainStats calculations.
What is C.J. Stroud's 2026 cap hit?
C.J. Stroud counts $10.8M against the Texans' 2026 cap.
What team does C.J. Stroud play for?
C.J. Stroud plays quarterback for the Houston Texans.
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