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Michael Chen

Twitter reaction to Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud being selected by the Texans

After a bunch of smoke surrounding Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud leading up to the NFL draft, he was still one of the top selections of the day.

Stroud would be selected second overall by the Houston Texans, who would also make a move up for the top defensive player one pick later.

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The series of moves for the Texans set them up with a fantastic young core and a player, Stroud, who has the ability to lead them for a long time.

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It wasn’t surprising that Stroud went early, so some of the reactions are pretty calm, but here are some of the best reactions to the Houston Texans selecting C.J. Stroud.

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport

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The Texans have selected their quarterback of the present and future.

B/R Gridiron

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Franchise sounds right. C.J. Stroud, franchise quarterback.

The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov

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It was quite a quick turnaround for Houston, who got one of the top quarterbacks and defenders in a matter of two picks.

Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt

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Sarcasm much, Kyle?

Sports Illustrated’s Pat Forde

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It was a big swing, and potential home run with Stroud.

Fox Sports

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Dreams do come true and Stroud has now realized his.

Robert Griffin III

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The former Heisman winner has defended Stroud since the allegations came out and he let’s everyone know it.

ESPN’s DJ Bien-Aime

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Stroud is already a fan favorite.

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