This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/texans as Texans’ C.J. Stroud, DeMeco Ryans Reflect on Big Win vs. 49ers. When Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud really clicks, suddenly his head coach, DeMeco Ryans, starts to puff out his chest and walk a little taller.

“Played amazing, man,” said wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson, who caught five passes for 69 yards and one touchdown on a well-timed, 30-yard pass in the third quarter that boosted the Texans’ lead to 23-7. “That’s what 7 is like. You can say whatever you want about C.J., but when you need him the most, man, he’s gonna show up.

After the Texans beat the 49ers, DeMeco Ryans would shout out quarterback C.J. Stroud, citing one of his best games ever.

He's a considerable reason as to why the Texans had the success that they did against a formidable 49ers squad–– and after the game, his head coach DeMeco Ryans made sure to give him his due credit, saying his performance vs. San Francisco was one of the best in his entire career.

C.J. Stroud is having a day and he has the Iowa State trio to thank for it. The Houston Texans are up 23-7 after Stroud connected with wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson for a 19-yard score in the third quarter, capping off a 12-play, 94-yard drive while taking nearly six minutes off the clock.

Houston allowed their lowest pressure rate of the season against San Francisco at 21.4%, according to Next Gen Stats, The 49ers also blitzed on a season-high 33.3% of dropbacks, recording 7 pressures on 14 blitzes.

In Houston’s second offensive drive, rookie running back Woody Marks made another highlight-reel play. On second & 5, immediately after getting a 5-yard rush, Stroud flicked the ball to an open Marks and he went rolling for a 50-yard gain! Woody Marks takes the pass 50 yards! SFvsHOU on FOX/FOX One https://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/fgVqUTFCj9

C.J. Stroud opens up about faith, team unity, and staying grounded after Houston's first win in Baltimore. Full press conference from Week 5. No opponent talk—just self-scout, development, and the plan for the next quarter of the season.

Jaylin Noel, the Texans' third-round pick and primary punt returner, hauled in a 44-yard pass to set up Houston deep into San Francisco territory. He's been the most explosive receiver this season outside of Collins through the last three games.

The Texans’ latest drive went for 94 yards in 12 plays, with C.J. Stroud hitting Xavier Hutchinson for a 30-yard touchdown. Houston leads 23-7. It shouldn’t be that close, but the Texans are 1-for-4 in the red zone today.

C.J. Stroud delivered in a big way for the Houston Texans against the San Francisco 49ers and spoke candidly afterward.