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“CJ Stroud Holy SH*T”: Texans Talent’s QB Status Elevated With a 28-Yard Perfect Throw

Published 10/29/2023, 3:28 PM EDT

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In a thrilling NFL encounter, the Carolina Panthers, affectionately known as “The Cats,” won the opening coin toss. They opted to defer and kicked off to the Houston Texans to kick-start the game. As the first quarter unfolded, the Panthers found themselves trailing, but in the third quarter, they staged a remarkable comeback.

The Texans’ talented quarterback, CJ Stroud, astounded the stadium and fans with a precision throw to their towering 6’2″ wide receiver. Week five marked a historic moment for Stroud as he threw his 177th pass attempt without an interception, surpassing Dak Prescott‘s NFL record. And the tale of a rising star in the NFL, CJ Stroud, continues.

A pinpointed throw to Noah Brown

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In the first quarter, facing a crucial four-yard situation at the Carolina 28-yard line, Stroud connected with Noah Brown, securing the needed yards and another first down. This throw quickly went viral, with MLFootball posting on their social platform X: “CJ STROUD, HOLY SH*T, throws an absolute dot [to WR Noah Brown] into the smallest window in between multiple defenders.”

MLFootball didn’t hold back their praise, stating, “The #Texans have got themselves a special talent at QB 🤯🤯🤯”. Fans echoed this sentiment, “That’s what he did at Ohio State,” reminiscing about his incredible performances at Ohio State.

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Stroud’s journey from college at Ohio State (2020–2022) to being drafted in the first round by the Houston Texans in 2023 is nothing short of remarkable.

On September 10, 2023, Stroud made his highly anticipated NFL debut in week one against the Baltimore Ravens, throwing for an impressive 242 yards despite the 25–9 loss. What are your thoughts on Shroud?

Panthers triumph in tense game

In a nail-biting, low-scoring match, the Panthers emerged victorious over the Texans with a final score of 15-13. In a game filled with tension and drama, the Panthers managed to secure their first win of the year against the Texans. But what really unfolded on the field? Let’s find out.

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C.J. Stroud’s Struggle: Carolina’s robust defense proved to be a formidable obstacle for the Texans’ quarterback. Struggling to find his rhythm, Stroud completed just 16 of 24 passes, resulting in his lowest yardage this season, a mere 140 yards.

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Bryce Young’s Resilience: Meanwhile, the Panthers faced their own set of challenges on the offensive front. Their star quarterback, Bryce Young, found himself in a tight spot with limited support from his offensive line. However, Young’s composure shone through as he threw the ball 35 times, completing 22 passes for 235 yards and securing a crucial touchdown. Remarkably, he avoided making any game-costing errors.

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Upcoming Matches: As we look ahead, the Panthers, with a record of 1 win and 6 losses, will face off against the Colts next Sunday. The Colts, with 3 wins and 5 losses, will provide a tough test for Carolina. Meanwhile, the Texans will go head-to-head with the Buccaneers in their upcoming match.

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Mohammad Asif Ansari

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Mohammad Asif Ansari is an NFL writer at EssentiallySports, with a passion for bringing sports news to life through engaging content. As an ardent sports fan, Ansari likes to cover core sports angles. His latest article, “Dallas Cowboys Reportedly Making It Difficult for Aaron Rodgers to Pursue His Dream Team” got a hoard of interested sports readers.
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