NFL News: Stroud Talks Tabled, Jackson Deal Uncertain
As the 2026 NFL season approaches, contract talks for quarterbacks C.J. Stroud and Lamar Jackson remain unresolved. Stroud's extension talks with the Texans have been tabled, while Jackson's deal with the Ravens is unlikely before Week 1.
NFL Preseason Buzz: Stroud Talks Stall, Jackson's Deal Looms September 13, 2026 – As the 2026 NFL season officially kicks off this week, significant storylines continue to unfold off the field, particularly concerning contract negotiations for two of the league's prominent young quarterbacks. While teams are finalizing their preparations for Week 1 matchups, the futures of C.J. Stroud and Lamar Jackson remain subjects of intense speculation. Stroud and Texans Table Extension Talks Sources close to the Houston Texans have confirmed that discussions regarding a long-term contract extension for star quarterback C.J. Stroud have been temporarily tabled. The Texans and Stroud's representatives had reportedly been working towards an agreement before the regular season's commencement, aiming to secure the young signal-caller's future with the team that drafted him second overall in 2023. However, ongoing negotiations have hit a pause, with both sides apparently agreeing to revisit the matter once the immediate pressures of the upcoming season have subsided. This development comes amidst a rapidly evolving quarterback market, where top-tier passers are commanding record-breaking…