Analysts predict Texans may bench C.J. Stroud for Davis Mills

The Houston Texans face questions regarding their offensive performance as the 2026 season begins. CBS Sports analyst Douglas Clawson suggests that the team could bench starting quarterback C.J. Stroud in favor of Davis Mills if the offense continues to underachieve. The potential move would serve as a message from the franchise as they attempt to capitalize on a defense regarded as having Super Bowl potential. While the team supported Stroud following a loss to the New England Patriots in the AFC Divisional Round last season, persistent turnover issues could prompt a change. Such a decision would signal a significant shift in the organization's confidence in the 2023 first-round pick. Whether the team pursues a game-manager approach with Mills remains a projection rather than a confirmed plan.

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