C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State. Ranked #5 overall on the 2023 consensus board (Round 1 projection); Houston drafted him in Round 1, pick 2.
Player Production
Career USAGEHow often this player was on the field compared to others at the position. Listed as USG below
★ All‑Pro · † Pro Bowl
71STARTER
| Yr | Team | W-L | PASS YDS | TD | INT | RUSH YDS | USG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| '23 | HOU | 10-7 | 4,108 | 23 | 5 | 157 | †87 |
| '24 | HOU | 10-7 | 3,727 | 20 | 12 | 233 | 66 |
| '25 | HOU | 12-5 | 3,041 | 19 | 8 | 209 | 59 |
| Rookie Contract | — | 10,876 | 62 | 25 | 599 | 71 | |
| Career | — | 10,876 | 62 | 25 | 599 | 71 | |
Size & Length
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Value
Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All QB in the 2023 draft class.
Better
Context
Height
6'3"
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Frame profile.
Weight
214 lbs
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Body mass profile.
Arm Length
32.625"
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Length profile.
Hand Size
10"
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Grip profile.
Athletic Profile
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Value
Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All QB in the 2023 draft class.
Better
Context
Speed & Explosion
40 Yard Dash
N/A
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Speed over distance.
Vertical Jump
N/A
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Broad Jump
N/A
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Agility
10 Yard Split
N/A
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Initial burst.
3 Cone
N/A
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Agility and change of direction.
Short Shuttle
N/A
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Flexibility, burst, and balance.
Strength
Bench Press
N/A
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Upper-body strength.
CHALKTALK
Selected 2nd overall, C.J. Stroud has validated his Round 1 draft investment — ranking among the top 100% of QBs from the 2023 draft class.