CJ Stroud may have his fifth star before it's all said and done. That is according to 247Sports National Analyst Charles Power. He said that he feels that Stroud, as well as Smith-Njiba, did enough to put their names in the five-star discussion as they work towards the final Top247 release. Ohio State's QB room next year's will include two Elite 11 MVP's in Fields and Stroud. You can read about it and much more in Power's free article: Emptying the notebook: Lasting impressions from all-star season. In the article Power also says about Stroud:

Is CJ Stroud a five-star? I wouldn’t be surprised to see his name come up when we start to work on the Top247’s final 32. The Ohio State signee burst onto the national scene with an MVP showing at the Elite 11 Finals over the summer and proceeded to nearly double the production from his junior to senior seasons. Stroud’s rapid ascent continued in San Antonio. There was little if any drop-off from Young and Uiagalelei to Stroud. The Rancho Cucamonga (Calif.) product is a natural passer with the ability to locate the ball with zip and touch to all levels of the field. Stroud didn’t run much at the high school level, but he showed some better than average mobility over the course of the week. We were also impressed with his willingness to step up and move within the pocket in the face of pressure. Stroud is currently No. 95 in the Top247. 

Watch why CJ is so special below:

CJ Stroud - 2019 Ultimate Senior Highlights:

Some great info on him working with future Buckeyes and his decision on becoming a Buckeye. His mom's reaction is priceless:

C.J. Stroud reflects on decision to sign with Ohio State:

Stroud was the last QB invited to the Elite 11. He went on to dominate the Elite 11 Championship game where his team won 34-6 and he took home the MVP.

CJ Stroud Throwing Mechanics |  | Performance Lab of California: