Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, who has become the NFL's best deep thrower, faced the Baltimore Ravens' defense in a highly anticipated Divisional Round playoff game. The Texans, known for their chunk-play offense, were made to grind it out by the Ravens, who were praised for their performance. Despite the Texans' 145 total yards to the Ravens' 118 by halftime, with Stroud throwing for 131 yards and a 75.2 rating, the Ravens led with a strong rushing game and efficient passing, with quarterback Lamar Jackson achieving over 50.5 rushing yards. The Ravens won the game, covering the -9.5 point spread. After the game, Jackson encouraged Stroud, acknowledging his standout rookie season and a promising future.
#Ravens QB Lamar Jackson's message to #Texans rookie C.J. Stroud after the Divisional Round playoff loss: "It's just the beginning for you." 🫡 (via @NFLFilms) Stroud has already earned respect in Year 1️⃣. #RavensFlock | #WeAreTexans https://t.co/09Ot3Us5bu
This postgame interaction between Lamar Jackson and CJ Stroud after their playoff game. Stroud: “Go win it all.” Jackson: “This is just the beginning for you, you feel me? You gone be there.” This is what it’s all about 🔥https://t.co/JeGnH7uGAL
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Texans have been a chunk-play offense all season. Ravens are really making them grind it out. Big test for Stroud
Ravens have a net 23 yards passing to go with 95 rushing. Texans have 145 yards to Ravens' 118. Texans have 14 yards rushing. Stroud has thrown for 131 and a 75.2 rating. Jackson has 52 yards, 1 TD and a 105.12 rating.
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.@MichaelIrvin88 believes Ravens-Texans has potential to be the BEST game of the Divisional Round: “You’re going to see a better Lamar Jackson & C.J. Stroud is going to make some plays.” https://t.co/w78TMu9gkU
.@RealSkipBayless picked the Ravens to win the Super Bowl but is “queasy” over this weekend: “C.J. Stroud has the underestimation factor. The Texans are playing at a scary high level.” https://t.co/oaU3hjkOEo
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#Texans QB C.J. Stroud looking to continue superstar ascension against stout Ravens defense https://t.co/YVs52W2p6G
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New "Xs and Os with @gregcosell" on @TheNFLWire: The past is not prologue when it comes to C.J. Stroud of the @HoustonTexans against the @Ravens' defense. In Week 1, Stroud kept everything underneath. Now, he's probably the NFL's best deep passer. Awesome matchup here. https://t.co/karGUTTK6F
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Texans QB C.J. Stroud on Ravens: 'When the moment's big, that's when you execute' https://t.co/IF0bVTgmBI via @SportsRadio610