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C.J. Stroud Shines as Texans Dominate Browns in Playoff Victory

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco wipes his face on the bench during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Houston Texans Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, in Houston. (AP

In an electrifying wild-card matchup on Saturday, rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud of the Houston Texans made history as he led his team to a resounding 45-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns. At just 22 years and 102 days old, Stroud became the youngest quarterback to win a playoff game, surpassing Michael Vick's record set in 2002.

The second overall pick in last year's NFL draft, Stroud showcased his immense talent and composure on the field as he dismantled Cleveland's highly regarded defense. He threw for an impressive 274 yards and three touchdowns, including scoring passes of 15, 76, and 37 yards. Stroud's superb performance was the catalyst for the Texans' victory.

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