NFL Head Coach Legend Speaks With C.J. Stroud During Texans’ Practice

At Thursday’s Houston Texans practice, quarterback C.J. Stroud had a visit from legendary NFL coach Tony Dungy

Darius Hayes | Nov 8, 2024

Oct 6, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) runs onto the field before the game against the Buffalo Bills at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images / Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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During Thursday morning's practice, Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud worked through his drills under the watchful eye of a seasoned coach, patiently waiting to connect.

Tony Dungy, former Super Bowl-winning coach of the Indianapolis Colts and Pro Football Hall of Famer, attended the session prior to their upcoming Sunday night primetime game against the Detroit Lions,

After some time, Stroud, the Pro Bowl quarterback and former NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, shared a moment with Dungy.

Words of wisdom from @SNFonNBC Tony Dungy @TonyDungy to #Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud @CJ7STROUD @KPRC2 pic.twitter.com/FKnXn6vxlS
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) November 7, 2024

The 69-year-old former Pittsburgh Steelers safety imparted advice and encouragement to the 23-year-old California native.

“Yes I was blessed to get to spend a little time with CJ Stroud today at the Texans practice,” Dungy wrote on social media in a reply to a video of him and Stroud. “He is an amazing young man. A tremendous talent but a great role model as well.”

Yes I was blessed to get to spend a little time with CJ Stroud today at the Texans practice. He is an amazing young man. A tremendous talent but a great role model as well. https://t.co/RP1YB4duiX
— Tony Dungy (@TonyDungy) November 8, 2024

Dungy will be an analyst on NBC this Sunday Night when the Texans host on the Lions at 7:20 C.T.

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