UFC Fighter Derrick Lewis Proposes Bizarre Curse Theory for Texans QB CJ Stroud
Just four days after their playoff elimination, a peculiar explanation for Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud's recent struggles has surfaced from an unexpected source. The theory comes from UFC heavyweight star Derrick Lewis, a Houston native and devoted Texans fan, who suggests celebrity encounters might have jinxed the young quarterback.
Disappointing Playoff Exit Sparks Social Media Backlash
On Sunday night, Stroud and the Texans suffered a decisive 28-16 defeat to the New England Patriots in their divisional round matchup at Gillette Stadium, abruptly ending their postseason campaign. The loss marked the third consecutive year the franchise has fallen at this exact playoff stage under head coach DeMeco Ryans.
Stroud's performance drew significant criticism as he completed just 20 of 47 passing attempts while throwing four interceptions. He managed only 193 yards through the air with a single touchdown, being thoroughly outplayed by Patriots quarterback Drake Maye who threw three touchdown passes despite his own turnover issues.
Derrick Lewis Points to Celebrity Connections
During media appearances ahead of his UFC 324 fight this Saturday, Lewis was asked what moves he'd like to see the Texans make for next season. His response took an unexpected turn toward supernatural explanations.
'We've got to see what's going on with CJ,' Lewis stated. 'Ever since we seen him turn up with Amber Rose at the softball game a few years ago, and Kim Kardashian, I'm like... it might be a curse for him.'
The UFC star specifically referenced Stroud's appearance alongside influencer Amber Rose at Travis Scott's charity softball game in February 2024, which sparked immediate dating rumors at the time. Rose, who is eighteen years Stroud's senior, quickly denied any romantic connection via Instagram, explaining they had only just met and Stroud was simply giving her a ride home.
Super Bowl Appearance Adds to Narrative
Just five days before the softball game incident, Stroud had been spotted in Kim Kardashian's private box during Super Bowl LVIII, where he watched the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the San Francisco 49ers. These two high-profile celebrity encounters within a single week have now become central to Lewis's unconventional theory about the quarterback's subsequent struggles.
As the Texans face another early playoff exit, serious questions are emerging about whether Stroud possesses the necessary credentials to lead the franchise to greater success. The team has never progressed beyond the divisional round in its entire history, and this latest defeat has intensified scrutiny on their quarterback situation.
Meanwhile, the Patriots advance to their first AFC championship game appearance in seven years, marking their sixteenth conference championship game overall. The contrasting fortunes of the two franchises have only amplified attention on Stroud's performance and the unusual explanations now circulating for his difficulties.
