CJ Stroud’s voice cracks. He’s just acknowledged his faith in reference to the road he’s been on. “It’s taken a lot of hard work,” says Stroud as he fights back tears.

The Ohio State product, CJ Stroud, who passed for 8,123 yards, 85 touchdowns and 12 interceptions with the Buckeyes before entering the NFL in 2023, was rooting for his alma mater on Monday.

For a 22-year-old, CJ Stroud has plenty of pressure on his shoulders. The California native was the No. 2 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, landing him a spot on the Houston Texans as their Quarterback.