Case Keenum, the seasoned quarterback of the Houston Texans, has been chosen to start in Sunday’s game against Tennessee, relegating rookie QB CJ Stroud to the sidelines for the impending match. The decision was made by Texans' Head Coach DeMeco Ryans following the practice sessions leading up to the game during the week.
Throughout the week, coach Ryans evenly divided practice repetitions between Keenum and Davis Mills, the fresher face in the line-up. This gave observers a suspenseful anticipation as to who would eventually get the nod to lead the Texans on game day. However, it appears that Ryans has chosen to lean on the 11-year veteran in the quarterback position to face their formidable Tennessee rivals.
Keenum, a veteran player who has spent more than a decade in the National Football League (NFL), already has a wealth of experience behind him, providing a sense of stability and assurance in the Texans' offense line. It was only last year, in 2021, when Keenum last started as a replacement for the Cleveland Browns' main quarterback Baker Mayfield. Keenum significantly contributed to the Browns' success for two games during Mayfield's absence.
An especially notable aspect of Keenum's performance during his stint with the Browns is his commendable touchdown-to-interception ratio. Over the course of the two games, Keenum threw three touchdowns compared to one interception. This performance ostensibly played a major role in the Browns maintaining a 2-0 record for those two particular matches.
The choice to put Keenum as the starting quarterback for the game against Tennessee could thus be seen as a strategically sound decision from coach Ryans. Keenum's decade-long experience in the fast-paced, high-pressure world of professional football can provide a much-needed assurance and stability for the Texans.
The decision may also serve as a valuable learning opportunity for young quarterbacks like Davis Mills, who can benefit immensely from observing a veteran perform on the field. The upcoming match against Tennessee will undoubtedly prove to be an exciting event, with the eyes of the fans firmly planted on Keenum as he guides the Texans' offensive line.
