Analyst suggests CJ Stroud as fantasy starter against Jaguars
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 11:34 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud is recommended as a fantasy football starter for Week 6 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Analyst Eric Moody points to Stroud's recent performance, where he scored at least 20 fantasy points in consecutive games. The Jaguars have allowed significant passing yards on deep throws, which could benefit Stroud, especially with the absence of cornerback Montaric Brown. Stroud has a historical average of 19.9 fantasy points in games against Jacksonville. The matchup's outcome may depend on the Jaguars' ability to apply pressure on Stroud.
- •Stroud scored 20+ fantasy points in back-to-back games.
- •Jaguars defense allows 608 yards on deep passes this season.
- •Texans will face Jaguars on October 22.
- •Montaric Brown will not play for the Jaguars.
- 11:34 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy football: Why analyst says start CJ Stroud in Week 6 v. Jaguars
"Here is why one analyst believes that Texans QB CJ Stroud is a starting option in fantasy football in Week 6 against the Jaguars.
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