C.J. Stroud vowed to learn from his errors and "keep growing" after struggling in his preseason debut with the Houston Texans on Thursday night.

Stroud went 2-for-4 for 13 yards with an interception in his two series against the New England Patriots.

DeMeco Ryans said he wasn't concerned about his rookie quarterback's struggles and had a positive view on the No. 2 pick's performance.

"We all have things to clean up and get better at, but I thought it was a good first outing," Ryans said. "Good look at live action. I thought it was good for him."

Stroud will aim to correct his mistakes from his debut.

"Got to make a play smarter and not put my defense in a bad situation, put them right in field goal range, and that's my mistake," Stroud said. "Even though I'm a rookie, still trying to play as a vet and play sound football and not only protect my offense but to protect the defense, as well."