After dismantling the New York Giants in Week 1, the Minnesota Vikings were put to the test in Week 2 and came out victorious against the San Francisco 49ers. However, that wasn't enough for the football gods to be pleased it seems. With Week 3 comes another daunting test in the shape of C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans.

A walk through tailgates outside NRG Stadium on a Houston Texans gameday makes it obvious that C.J. Stroud is a superstar to the local fanbase with his jersey being spotted more often than a koozie-covered beer. Official jersey sales totals make it official that Stroud is a star across the country.

Below you’ll find picks for every Week 3 game — straight up and against the spread — from our panel of columnists, insiders and special contributors.