The Houston Texans have parted ways with quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson, following a period of challenges tied to C.J. Stroud’s development this season. Reports confirm Johnson’s exit as the team reevaluates its coaching lineup in hopes of improving offensive consistency.
Johnson’s Coaching Journey and NFL Background
Jerrod Johnson, 37, began his NFL coaching career through the Bill Walsh Fellowship in 2017 with the San Francisco 49ers. He later served as a quality control coach for the Indianapolis Colts in 2020, before moving on to the Minnesota Vikings as an assistant quarterbacks coach. Johnson joined the Texans’ staff in 2023 and was once regarded as a strong candidate for an offensive coordinator role, especially given the early promise shown by Stroud.
Before coaching, Johnson played quarterback at Texas A&M between 2006 and 2010. Although undrafted in the 2011 NFL Draft, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles and spent a brief period with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2012. Subsequent stints with the Dallas Cowboys, Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, and Seattle Seahawks followed, but he never appeared in a regular-season NFL game.
Implications of the Texans’ Adjustments Moving Forward
The departure of Johnson reflects broader concerns about the progress of rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud, who has struggled to meet some expectations this season. Houston’s decision to shake up their coaching staff highlights their intent to find new strategies that support Stroud’s growth and stabilize the offense. As the Texans move forward, fresh coaching input may be crucial to resetting the team’s trajectory.
“Johnson has been a hot commodity as a potential offensive coordinator over the last few seasons, but C.J. Stroud’s struggles have caused Houston to re-think some of their staffing moves, including Johnson.” – Unnamed Source
