There’s also a real appreciation for Stroud’s story as someone who’s ascended to the top of his field despite not starting as Rancho Cucamonga’s quarterback until he was a junior.

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Me and C.J. are close.” Stroud, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 draft, went to Rancho Cucamonga High School in San Bernardino County, east of Los Angeles, before starring at Ohio State.