The Houston Texans have ruled out quarterback C.J. Stroud for Week 10 due to a concussion sustained in the team's Week 9 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday (November 2), head coach DeMeco Ryans told reporters on Wednesday (November 5).

"Where we are right now with the concussion protocol, I do not see C.J. playing this week," Ryans said via NFL.com .

Stroud was replaced by veteran backup Davis Mills , who Ryans confirmed would start on Wednesday.

Stroud was tackled by Broncos defensive back Kris Abrams-Draine at the end of a 6-yard scramble with his head hitting the turf after attempting to slide during the second quarter of Sunday's game, with the hit being ruled as a clean play. The quarterback received medical attention on the field before being escorted off the field

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