# 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.
- Title: C.J. Stroud flips script, targets NFL record contract
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-6-cover-32-c-j-stroud-game-balls-biggest-gaffes
- Published: 2026-10-19T12:17:00+00:00
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## 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.
## Key takeaway

C.J. Stroud's strong Week 6 game with 312 yards and three touchdowns positions him for potential NFL record contract extension.