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Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud left Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos after taking a big hit from a defender.
Stroud took the snap and ran up the middle in the second quarter while trying to prevent the run. As he fell to slide, Broncos cornerback Kris Abrams-Draine leaned in with his shoulder and hit Stroud high. The quarterback’s head hit the field and he lay face up motionless for a brief moment.
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The Texans’ CJ Stroud runs the ball against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
The Texans players immediately called for medical personnel to come and check on Stroud.
Stroud was down for a few minutes before he was helped off the field. He gave a thumbs up to the crowd as he walked toward the bench. He walked slowly back to the locker room.
Davis Mills entered the game for the Texans.
Texans medical staff check CJ Stroud of the Houston Texans after he was hit while running the ball against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Stroud was 6 of 10 for 79 yards in the game before the hit. He had 12 rushing yards on two carries. The team said he was being evaluated for a concussion.
Houston came into the game with a 3-4 record and was vying to stay in playoff contention. The team has dealt with injuries all season, causing a drop in production from the former Ohio State standout.
Texans quarterback CJ Stroud warms up before the Denver Broncos game on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
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Stroud had 1,623 passing yards, 11 touchdowns and five interceptions in seven games this year.
