CJ Stroud addresses Texans' penalty problems during bye week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud spoke out about the team's ongoing issues with penalties as they head into their bye week. The Texans have been penalized at least 10 times in three of their last four games, contributing to their disappointing 2-5 record. Stroud emphasized the need to correct these mistakes to improve their chances of success on the field. The team’s defense has also struggled this season, allowing many rushing and passing yards. The Texans will look to address these concerns before their matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 9.
- •Texans record stands at 2-5, having lost three of their last four games.
- •Houston has averaged at least 10 penalties in three of four recent games.
- •Stroud highlights the importance of correcting errors for future success.
- •The Texans struggled defensively, particularly against rushing and passing plays.
- •Houston faces the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 9 after the bye week.
- 1:34 PMYahoo Sports — 'It's not winning football': QB CJ Stroud on Texans' penalty problems:
"Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud reacts to Houston's penalty issues ahead of their bye week: "It's not winning football."
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