C.J. Stroud is in concussion protocol after taking a hit Sunday.

The Houston Texans quarterback was scrambling on third-down early in the second quarter when Denver Broncos cornerback Kris Abrams-Draine tackled him while sliding.

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No penalty was called for a late-hit, but Stroud took a blow to the chest and his head slammed back to the turf. He remained down with trainers assisting him before walking off under his own power.

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Stroud spent time in the blue medical tent on the sidelines before eventually heading back to the locker room. The team said he is being evaluated for a concussion and his return is questionable.

The Texans punted on fourth-down to finish t

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