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C.J. Stroud flips script, targets NFL record contract
C.J. Stroud's Week 6 performance sets stage for largest NFL contract extension in history.
In brief
C.J. Stroud's Week 6 performance sets stage for largest NFL contract extension in history. C.J. Stroud's strong Week 6 game with 312 yards and three touchdowns positions him for potential NFL record contract extension. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
C.J. Stroud's career resurgence
C.J. Stroud entered 2026 at a crossroads after a disappointing playoff run and potential contract extension doubts.
Stroud's Week 6 performance
Stroud completed 24 of 34 passes for 312 yards and three touchdowns in london game with one interception.
Career metrics improve
Stroud's EPA per dropback, success rate, and passer rating are on pace for career highs this season.
Turnover rate drops
Stroud's turnover-worthy throw rate is on pace to be lowest of his career at 0.9%.
Explosiveness returns
Stroud's explosives per dropback rate has returned to double digits at 10.5% this season.
Game balls highlights
Carson Schwesinger forced a game-changing fumble in fourth quarter to spark Browns game-tying touchdown drive.
Week 6 gaffes
Travis Hunter's penalty led to Texans touchdown after too many men on field during third quarter.
Chargers' slump continues
Chargers remain 0-6 for third time in franchise history with no clear path to improvement.
C.J. Gardner-Johnson ejected
Bills defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson ejected for spitting at Brock Bowers.
CeeDee Lamb slip leads to INT
CeeDee Lamb slipped on route leading to Dak Prescott interception in first half.
Stroud's contract potential
Stroud's performance positions him for largest NFL contract extension in league history.
QB market shifts
Stroud could join Patrick Mahomes and Dak Prescott as highest-paid quarterbacks in NFL.
Week 6 game balls
Chuba Hubbard logged 28 carries for 120 yards and one touchdown in week 6 game.
Kenneth Walker III performance
Kenneth Walker recorded 128 yards rushing and two touchdowns in week 6 game.
Chad Ryland's field goals
Chad Ryland made all six field goals for 18 points in Cardinals' win over Rams.
Stroud's playoff push
Houston's improved performance positions them for playoff spot despite 2-4 record.
The headline
C.J. Stroud's strong Week 6 game with 312 yards and three touchdowns positions him for potential NFL record contract extension.
