# CJ Stroud Held Back? Houshmandzadeh Questions Texans Offense + Azeez Al-Shaair Gets PAID

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Podcast: [Locked On Texans - Daily Podcast On The Houston Texans](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-texans-daily-podcast-on-the-houston-texans-52881)
Published: 2026-05-01T02:51:11+00:00
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Was CJ Stroud set up to succeed last season… or was he working against the odds? Former NFL WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh raises eyebrows by suggesting things could’ve been better for Stroud under Bobby Slowik and the Texans offense—but is that fair, or just hindsight talking? We break down whether Houston’s offensive approach truly maximized Stroud’s talent, or if the reality was simple: no run game, missing pieces, and limited options. Is this valid criticism… or just excuses? Plus, the Texans lock in one of the HEARTBEATS of their defense. Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair signs a 3-year, $54M extension—and it’s bigger than just numbers. We dive into his impact as a tone-setter, emotional leader, and culture builder, along with what this deal means for Houston’s cap space moving forward. Could the Texans be gearing up to add a veteran edge rusher or playmaker before the preseason? And you already know… “Ear to the Streets” is BACK. 👀

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