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What to Watch at Texans OTAs: CJ Stroud’s Bounce Back, Jaylin Noel’s Role + Nico Got Paid! Now What?

The Houston Texans are back on the field as OTAs officially begin, and there is A LOT to watch heading into the 2026 season.

CJ Stroud is healthy, confident and expected to be fully in command of this offense after last year’s OTA limitations due to shoulder soreness. No more mental reps. No more restrictions. What should Texans fans expect from a healthy QB1?

In today’s episode of Locked On Texans, we break down everything we’re watching over the next week of Texans football, including:

CJ Stroud taking control of the offense

Major Texans roster battles to monitor

Which second-year players…

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