# Stroud ignores Johnson's criticism

> Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud dismisses Andre Johnson's body language critique after Texans loss
- Title: Stroud ignores Johnson's criticism · Newsweek | Shortify
- Summary: Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud dismisses Andre Johnson's body language critique after Texans loss Stroud focuses on upcoming Bengals game despite criticism…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/c-j-stroud-responds-to-harsh-critique-from-texans-legend-andre-johnson-12453148
- Author: Cameron Kiszla
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: c.j. stroud, andre johnson, houston texans, nfl, texans, bengals, body language, franchise legend, qb, wide receiver
## Johnson's critique
Andre Johnson criticized C.J. Stroud's body language on LGND TLK podcast, saying it affects team confidence

> His body language is bad. I think as a former player, your quarterback having that type of body language is bad, because other guys look at you as the quarterback.
## Stroud's response
Stroud said he respects Johnson but focuses on upcoming Bengals game to start 1-0

> I don't really have a comment for it. I would say I respect Dre as a person. I appreciate his critiques, but I'm focused on this week, trying to go 1-0 against the Bengals.
## Texans' recent loss
Texans lost 36-31 to Bills after Stroud failed to score despite being inside 10-yard line
## Johnson's legacy
Johnson leads Texans in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns with 1,012 catches and 13,597 yards
## Stroud's challenge
Stroud must prove himself to quiet Johnson and other critics through performance
## Key takeaway

Stroud focuses on upcoming Bengals game despite criticism from franchise legend Andre Johnson