C.J. Stroud had his moments and the running game was improved but the defense was a big letdown in loss to Bills.

After previously attempting to reach an extension, the Houston Texans and QB C.J. Stroud have agreed to table negotiations until after this season, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Saturday.

C.J. Stroud spoke candidly about his performance following after two costly fumbles allowed the Buffalo Bills to defeat the Houston Texans.

C.J. Gardner-Johnson went from yelling about former teammate C.J. Stroud's contract situation to speaking in a more measured tone while dropping hints as to how he feels about his former team.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud complets a 12-yard pass to wide receiver Jared Wayne. Highlights from the matchup between the Houston Texans and the Buffalo Bills in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud completes a pass to wide receiver Jaylin Noel.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud completes a pass to wide receiver Jaylin Noel. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen completes a 34-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Josh Palmer. Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams completes a 1-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Jahdae Walker as Chicago goes over 50 points in the season opener.

The Houston Texans and quarterback C.J. Stroud reportedly explored the possibility of completing a long-term contract extension before the start of the 2026 regular season. But with the season now underway,