HOUSTON – Just one week into the 2024 NFL season, Bill Belichick, the league’s most successful head coach, has already pinpointed the best pass of the year. It goes to C.J. Stroud, the Houston Texans quarterback, whose game-winning throw against the Indianapolis Colts has earned him high praise.
In a recent episode of Inside the NFL, Belichick expressed admiration for Stroud’s final pass in the Texans’ dramatic win, declaring it the top throw of the entire season. Even though the season is just getting started and many more impressive passes could come, Belichick is confident that Stroud’s throw will remain unmatched.
The game took a thrilling turn in the last two minutes of the fourth quarter. With the Texans ahead, 29-27, and facing a crucial 3rd-and-11, Stroud stepped up. He executed a risky but brilliantly placed throw down the sideline to Nico Collins, who showed remarkable focus to secure the catch. The play not only sealed the game for the Texans but also showcased Stroud’s growing prowess as a quarterback in the league.
After the game, Belichick remarked, “I haven’t stopped thinking about this throw and catch. It was perfect ball placement by C.J. Stroud and incredible concentration by Nico Collins to haul it in. Special.” This endorsement from Belichick adds to the spotlight on Stroud as he continues to develop in his young career.
The Texans’ win over the Colts marked a significant start to their season, and Stroud’s standout performance suggests that he is a player to watch in the coming weeks. As the season progresses, fans will undoubtedly be eager to see if Stroud can deliver more jaw-dropping plays that could challenge the title of “best throw.”
