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C.J. Stroud Reacts to Texans Blowing 17-0 Lead vs. Browns to Fall to 3-6, 'Time Is Running Out'

Timothy RappNov 15, 2026

The Houston Texans scored on their first three drives against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, taking a 17-0 lead early in the second quarter.

But it was almost all Browns from there, as Cleveland erased the deficit and ultimately beat the Texans 27-24, dropping them to 3-6 in the process. It was another blow to Houston's rapidly-dimming playoff hopes.

"The time is now and time is running out," Texans' quarterback C.J. Stroud told reporters following the loss.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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