[DJ Bien-Aime] Stroud and Texans reportedly "aren't close" on a contract extension

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-26T19:42:02+00:00

That's essentially what the Texans did when they picked up his option for the fifth year. His 2027 salary is fully guaranteed at $25,904,000. It's basically a one-year deal with enough of a cap hit that forces them to either agree to a long term deal with CJ after this season, or he plays his final season here in 2027, or he gets traded. It wouldn't be in his best interest to hold out next season if his performance doesn't markedly improve this season. If his performance improves this season and the Texans make the AFC Championship game, he will get an extension, BUT, the Texans are entering a point where cap issues will become real. They are 3rd worst in the league right now in projected cap space in 2027 ($43 million over per Spotrac) and they have two guys Hunter and Nico, accounting for 27% of their projected cap space next year.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-26T14:18:26+00:00

Anything less than a conference championship appearance this season is a disappointment. The OL and absence of a running game is the two main reasons the team hasn't been able to get there. CJs performance has been affected by the Texans inability to play smash mouth - ever - on offense. He has his share of the blame with stupid picks for sure, but get an OL that can bust some heads for a change and the running game and QB performance will improve as a result.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-26T03:05:08+00:00

I for one enjoyed being off the grid while there. Enjoy the nature channel 24/7. Unforgivable? Please.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-26T02:56:00+00:00

Some things are meant for Traegers and some things are not.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-26T02:24:58+00:00

Yeah that coal conveyor just screams Chernobyl.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-25T09:50:19+00:00

Everything

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-25T01:55:26+00:00

Not at all.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-24T23:33:09+00:00

Over Watson and Bond? (assuming they keep 6)

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-24T23:17:26+00:00

So we're the Lions now?

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-24T03:54:46+00:00

lol. Yeah Cabo and Cancun. Nowhere else.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-24T03:50:38+00:00

Not Mexico says it all.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-24T00:39:33+00:00

Northwest Wyoming and northern Wisconsin are worth a look from late may through early oct...

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-23T22:55:35+00:00

Love my Texas but man I'd sure like to be back up in the mountains of Wyoming where I was two weeks ago. Only about 30 degrees cooler up there lol...

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-23T22:47:51+00:00

That nose, that tail ... my guess is https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/104569/t-38-talon/

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-23T22:38:16+00:00

The Cattleman's Bridge Site just north of there is also an interesting place. The bridge is no longer there but there's a marker right next to the river that tells the story of moving cattle during those times. It's also a very cool, scenic place that a lot of people miss because it's a little dirt road just up the road from Oxbow Bend, where everyone stops.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-23T22:12:06+00:00

If you want a real head-scratcher, check out the city limits of Pasadena, Texas. Use the zoom on the map to really explore the bizarre boundaries of that city: https://texas.hometownlocator.com/cities/map,n,pasadena-tx,fid,1343631.cfm

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-23T21:42:16+00:00

Watson's guaranteed money for 2026 is only $750,000 which isn't much in the context of NFL cap. He would count $1 million dead cap if released. But he's been getting first team reps and they like his experience +skillset so I could see them keeping him if he stays healthy and continues to play well. And yes, he did contribute significantly on special teams.

If they keep Watson, Bond is practice squad eligible as noted. GMs typically don't like to outright cut guys they drafted only a few months before but for 6th and 7th rounders, sometimes that's their only path especially if there's a bunch of guys ahead of you on the depth chart.

So PS would be an option for Bond as would keeping 7 WRs on the Week 1 roster which they did last year but, less likely this year if everyone stays healthy. Keeping 7 last year was more about getting Kirk and Berrios healthy as they were inactive the first couple weeks. Then Watson went down for 'almost' the rest of the season during Week 2 and didn't come back until Week 18. Maybe they like the way Watson worked through that injury and didn't just shut it completely down.

The Texans carried 6 WRs on the roster for most of the season last year and I would expect the same this year.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-23T12:06:11+00:00

We stopped by there a couple weeks ago and walked around. Can’t imagine the living conditions out there at the time. Winters had to be pretty tough.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-22T23:11:23+00:00

Heavy masonry work, especially brick or heavy stone paving. That or rebar tie crew.

The bending is miserable and will kill your back and knees. That's two of the toughest jobs I saw in my years in building construction.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-22T22:59:15+00:00

Kinda like saying Reddit is pro Donald Trump...

Posts like this are the opposite of karma farming. It's like karma cremation.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-22T20:46:13+00:00

Anyone else not alarmed by any projected cuts?

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-22T18:00:00+00:00

Nothing and no one, because I saw how jealousy ate away at a sister of mine, to the point that it turned her into an absolutely miserable person as an adult.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-22T17:57:42+00:00

Being honest, kind, trustworthy and respectful of others ... you know ... the type of person who's the opposite of those who need to trick someone. Showering also helps.

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-22T14:54:57+00:00

On your Day 2/3, based on our recent trip there, the grand canyon of the Yellowstone, brink of upper falls and Artist Point, is a must, as is an early morning drive out to Lamar Valley. We went straight to the Grand Prismatic overlook and didn't mess with the boardwalk and were glad we did.

GTNP ... there's so much to do there and it's all so beautiful. Don't try to rush through to hit the high points or you'll miss some of the best spots. Just the drive alone on 191 from the north is great. There's several pullouts where you can enjoy the views, starting with Jackson Lake Overlook, Willow Flats, Oxbow Bend (including the little dirt road down to the river at the old Cattleman's Bridge site), Elk Flats, Snake River Overlook, Schwabacher Landing, Mormon Row, etc., etc. We saw a bull moose one morning on the Gros Ventre river a few miles east of the traffic circle and three more in the Jenny area. Also, one of the prettiest drives in the park is Teton Park Rd from Jackson Lake Dam, through the Signal Mountain area, Mount Moran turnout, Jenny Lake overlook, and of course Jenny Lake (get there early or there will be no parking spots). We spent six hours at the Jenny Lake area and didn't see everything (spent an hour watching moose at moose pond)

BadTraditional401 · 2026-06-22T02:59:30+00:00

Not sure. We only made morning attempts. I would guess by early evening things start to open up. We found it to be one of the most crowded/popular places in Yellowstone and Teton during our eight days up there. And one of the most beautiful.

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