The NFL is finally getting its first look at C.J. Stroud.
Even if the Houston Texans and New England Patriots are merely facing off in the first game of preseason, the contest at Gillette Stadium represents an opportunity for the No. 2 overall pick to display some of the traits that led to Stroud being highly touted.
DeMeco Ryans met with reporters Tuesday and shared what he wanted to see from Stroud — of course, couched with the typical coachspeak of Stroud in the broader context of collective rookie play. Nevertheless the expectations gave insight as to how the coaching staff would like to see Stroud perform.