Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud Signs Multi-Year Deal with Jordan Brand

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Despite surpassing expectations on the field during his rookie season, Stroud’s success extends beyond the gridiron. As Stroud prepares to kick off his sophomore NFL campaign against the Indianapolis Colts, he’s making waves in a different arena: becoming the latest athlete to sign a multi-year deal with the iconic Jordan Brand.

 

 

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Stroud’s recent partnership with Jordan Brand is a significant milestone in his young career. The 22-year-old quarterback is among many NFL stars who align with Michael Jordan’s renowned sportswear line. During an exclusive interview with Boardroom, Stroud provided insights into how the deal came about, stating, “That’s been a five-year relationship. It didn’t happen overnight.”

Stroud, who excelled at Ohio State before being drafted by the Texans, expressed excitement about the partnership’s significance for him and the brand: “Once we introduce people to the things we’re doing as a brand? It’s gonna make people not only support Jordan Brand but support me within that as well. I’m very excited for that.”

According to Boardroom, the deal will last for multiple years, with Stroud representing the famous Jumpman logo on NFL fields and retail displays throughout the country. Jordan Brand is well-known for its association with basketball stars, but its presence in the NFL has steadily increased, especially among quarterbacks and skill-position players.

In addition to representing the brand in high-profile ways, there’s speculation that Stroud’s deal could eventually lead to the release of a signature footwear line under the Jordan label, an honor typically reserved for basketball players. Only a handful of football legends, such as Randy Moss, have been given the honor of having their very own signature Jordan line.

Stroud joins an elite group of NFL quarterbacks already tied to Jordan Brand, including Dallas Cowboys star Dak Prescott and Philadelphia Eagles Q.B. Jalen Hurts.

Jordan Brand’s impact in the NFL includes notable players such as Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions, Derek Carr of the New Orleans Saints, and emerging young star Bryce Young. The brand’s influence is not limited to quarterbacks; it significantly impacts other skill-position players in the league.

As Stroud continues his climb in the NFL, fans can anticipate him becoming one of the leading figures of Jordan Brand’s presence in football. Because of his star power on and off the field, he is poised to play a major role in the brand’s future, solidifying his status as both a sports and style icon.