CJ Stroud (Photo via YouTube)
Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud had the worst game of his career on a national stage.

The Houston Texans played so poorly in a 31-2 loss to the Baltimore Ravens that the sellout crowd inside NRG Stadium was already booing before they even saw Beyoncé’s halftime show.

Beyonce showed up and gave the fans something to cheer about.

Once the second half began, the Texans made no adjustments and found themselves being booed several more times before thousands of fans began making their early exit.

Stroud was fine with Wednesday’s crowd response, especially after he admitted that he had “probably one of my worst games of my whole career.”

“People are entitled to their opinions. They care about the game. Their emotions matter, so I understand,” said CJ Stroud.

“This is not my first time and probably won’t be my last. It’s not something to internalize and point the finger at yourself but it is something that you can use to motivate you, to not want those moments anymore.”

#Texans C.J. Stroud after the 31-2 loss to Ravens, “Probably one of my worst games of whole career, came out flat, didn’t have any energy, just didn’t lead the offense the way I should’ve. Always gotta look myself in the mirror & be honest w/ myself. Just not good enough today.” pic.twitter.com/BgWXeLEJQB

— Adam Wexler (@AdamJWexler) December 26, 2024

Stroud completed 17-of-31 passes for 185 yards and one interception.

The Houston Texans’ defense scored 2 points that came from a safety, while the offense produced zero points against the Baltimore Ravens.

The Texans only had 213 total yards on the day. Their rushing game was non-existent, as they had 38 total rushing yards, while the Ravens had 229.

CJ Stroud Has Regressed In Year Two

Second-year Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, and his teammates heard boos from the home crowd during the club’s disappointing 31-2 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Christmas Day.

Stroud has been heavily criticized for his downplay in 2024.

After earning Offensive Rookie of the Year Award honors for the 2023 season, Stroud hasn’t improved as expected.

ESPN stats ranks him 25th in the NFL among qualified players with a 49.1 adjusted QBR and an 86.0 passer rating on the campaign.

So far in 2024, Stroud has tossed 19 touchdown passes and 12 interceptions over 16 games.

Phoenix Suns Shock Everybody By Sending Superstar Kevin Durant To NBA Heavyweight In Blockbuster Trade Proposal

Kevin Durant (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
A blockbuster trade proposal has the Phoenix Suns setting off fireworks across the NBA by dealing superstar Kevin Durant to a Western Conference juggernaut.

There’s no indication that the Suns are open to dealing Kevin Durant, or that the future Hall of Famer wants out. But the fact remains that Phoenix has one playoff series win in the KD era, and at 12-8 through 20 games, they don’t exactly resemble a championship contender.

If the Suns decide to shake up their All-Star core, Durant has to be the odd man out. Devin Booker isn’t going anywhere, and veteran guard Bradley Beal might have the most untradeable contract in the NBA.

Eddie Bitar of Fadeaway World proposed a mammoth trade idea that has Phoenix sending Kevin Durant back to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Jonathan Kuminga, Gary Payton II, De’Anthony Melton and first-round picks in 2026 and 2029:

“The chemistry between Durant and Curry is unmatched, with the two feeding off each other’s strengths to devastate opposing defenses. If Durant’s time in Phoenix shows signs of stagnating, he could be motivated to initiate a trade to the Warriors—a team he knows will be ready to compete the moment he steps on the floor…

Most importantly, Durant’s departure could also allow Booker to further solidify his role as the franchise player, with Beal supporting him as an experienced scorer who has made the playoffs multiple times. The return for Durant would bring in a mix of young talent and future draft picks, potentially giving the Suns a balanced roster that can grow and adapt as Booker and Beal enter their prime. “