New city, but the same drama continues. Despite having recently signed a $27 million contract, C.J. Gardner-Johnson is already acting out in Houston and skipping OTAs before ever wearing the H-Town blue. Fans took notice when the feisty defensive back, who is currently with his fourth NFL team, failed to show up for the Texans’ voluntary practices. One fan tweeted, “@CGJXXIII Don’t care you ain’t at OTAs… just love to see you are a Texans… just saying it would be nice to see you in H-Town Blue!” Gardner-Johnson didn’t ignore the comment. He clapped back with: “I gotcha, ima step in red next time ”
Eagles fans have seen Gardner-Johnson bring swagger, drama, and defensive bite to their Super Bowl-winning team before the franchise shipped him off, so Houston isn’t a new place to them. The Texans took a chance, hoping Gardner-Johnson could add leadership and edge to a young squad attempting to make a name for itself with C.J. Stroud, while the Eagles saw value in turning the page.
But there are questions about his early absence. Whether it’s personal business, rehabbing, or a quiet protest against the terms of the contract, even though $10 million is guaranteed, the optics aren’t great. Particularly for a team hoping to boost a young defense with his veteran presence.
Houston knew they were getting attitude with talent. The $27 million investment raises the question of whether it advances the Texans or merely adds another chapter to Gardner-Johnson’s turbulent NFL career. Either way, all eyes are on him when he finally does step out—preferably in something red.
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