C.J. Stroud, after an impressive rookie season with the Texans, faced an end to his NFL journey in the divisional round against the Ravens. However, this setback doesn’t mark the end of his prominence this year.
Stroud’s exceptional performance, boasting a 9-6 record, 4,108 passing yards (with a league-leading 273.9 yards per game), 23 touchdowns, and only five interceptions, along with a 63.9% completion rate, has earned him the Pro Football Writer’s Association Rookie of the Year.
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Despite the conclusion of his NFL season, Stroud’s impact may extend beyond the field, contributing to the evolving narrative shaped by the Ryan Day era of Ohio State football.
As Ohio State enters its offseason, characterized by rigorous winter workouts at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, players like early enrollee Deontae Armstrong are actively undergoing physical transformations. Armstrong, a No. 399 player and No. 31 offensive tackle, has gained 20 pounds in just two weeks, progressing from 275 to 295 pounds.
The offseason also provides glimpses into the program’s activities under strength and conditioning coach Mick Marroti, especially as coaches are engaged in recruiting efforts.
The article highlights key upcoming dates, including the regular signing period (Feb. 7-April 1), NFL Scouting Combine (Feb. 27-March 4), Ohio State spring game (April 13), NFL Draft (April 25-27), and the 2024 opener against Southern Miss (Aug. 31). The countdown to “The Game 2024” stands at 310 days.
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