C.J. Gardner-Johnson: Still shocked by trade to Texans, but it’s a great move

Security C.J. Gardner-Johnson didn’t count on to be on a brand new crew this spring, however that’s the place he finds himself.

Gardner-Johnson helped the Eagles win a Tremendous Bowl in his return to Philadelphia and was set to return to the crew earlier than being traded to the Texans in March. It was a transfer that Eagles Basic Supervisor Howie Roseman defined as crucial to the large image of roster constructing in 2025 and past.

Gardner-Johnson acknowledged his shock in regards to the transfer when he spoke to reporters on Tuesday, however stated that he thinks it’s a constructive that he has to adapt to being faraway from his consolation zone.

“To be honest with you, I’m still shocked, but I’m happy,” Gardner-Johnson stated, through Aaron Wilson of KPRC. “New, fresh start, meet new guys. I think the biggest thing I’ve noticed is this team is very young. I think it was a great move for me. I think it allowed me not to get too comfortable. People have to understand I was comfortable where I was at. It was easy. I think moving here, being the older guy, I actually have to grow up.”

Gardner-Johnson stated he thinks the Texans acquired him for his “championship or nothing” method to the sport and that he thinks “you’re going to get what you want and I think we’re going to get it real soon.” Time will inform if that’s the case, however including a participant with Gardner-Johnson’s pedigree gained’t harm Houston’s bid for a title.