AFC Notes: C.J. Stroud, Cam Ward, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

AFC South teams provided notable personnel updates, player reflections, and injury news around the division. Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton embraced his emergency role as deep snapper after Ross Matiscik suffered an early injury. Meanwhile, Houston Texans receiver Nico Collins praised quarterback C.J. Stroud's leadership, while Stroud noted he endorsed the trade acquisition of former teammate Marvin Harrison Jr. to the front office.

Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward addressed his 3-19 record as an NFL starter, asserting that he does not consider himself a loser and remains committed to franchise improvement. Additionally, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans announced that running back David Montgomery is week to week with a groin issue, while safety Jalen Pitre is also week to week due to a shoulder injury.