How often is a rookie quarterback’s first completion in the NFL to himself?
On his first pass attempt, Texans No. 2 pick C.J. Stroud threw a pass that got deflected by a Ravens defender.
And instead of risking the ball getting picked off, the two-time Heisman Trophy finalist caught the tip and tried to gain a few yards for his first professional pass and reception.
What a first completion for CJ Stroud
He completed it…to himself.pic.twitter.com/yEiSIB7oGd
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) September 10, 2023
Fans reacted to the rook’s unique start.
“Trivia question in 10 years,” an account replied.
Trivia question in 10 years
— Fantasy Fanatics (@FFB_Fanatics) September 10, 2023
“at least he saved it!” a user said.
at least he saved it!
— StatistiX (@XStatistiX) September 10, 2023
“I’ve seen enough he’s a hofer 100% after that,” a fan tweeted.
I’ve seen enough he’s a hofer 100% after that
— IKD (@ESPNneedsIKD) September 10, 2023
“Legendary,” another person commented.
Legendary
— Dom (@DomDavii) September 10, 2023
“Brett Favre vibes.”
Brett Favre vibes
— Chewy Lags (@ChewyLags) September 10, 2023
“I wonder how many QBs first career completion was to themself,” another said.
I wonder how many QBs first career completion was to themself https://t.co/2fZw9wALEZ
— bomaye (@bomaye_media) September 10, 2023
“Excellent start to his career.”
Excellent start to his career
— Manboob Sports (@Manboob_Sports) September 10, 2023
It’s definitely a unique way to get your NFL career underway. But Stroud will look to complete more passes to the players that are actually paid to catch the ball as this one goes on.