C.J. Stroud joins Trevor Lawrence with 4 INT in first half of playoff game since 2000

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud threw four interceptions in the first half of a 28-16 postseason loss to the New England Patriots. This marks Stroud as only the second quarterback since 2000 to have such a performance in a playoff game, joining Trevor Lawrence, who threw four first-half interceptions in a 2022 wild-card game before leading the Jaguars to a comeback victory against the Chargers. The last quarterback before Lawrence to have four first-half interceptions in a postseason game was Gary Danielson with the Lions in 1982. Stroud's recent performances, including three turnovers in a previous wild-card win over the Steelers, have intensified scrutiny as the Texans approach the offseason. The team may consider signing him to an extension before the 2026 season to solidify his future with the franchise.