In The Loop

After hearing from Derek Stingley Jr., ITL debates whether Houston is being completely transparent when it comes to the offense.

ITL reacts to the latest news and storylines making waves around the league.

ITL shares stories about the most annoying and unforgettable fan bases.

ITL debates what defines this Astros team and what kind of club they really are.

ITL reacts to what Schultz had to say about the Texans quarterback and Houston's tight ends.

ITL reacts after the Houston Astros picked up an extra-innings victory over the Los Angeles Angels and debates whether Houston is making its own luck or simply catching some breaks during this recent run. The guys discuss what's changed for the Astros, whether the success is sustainable, and if this stretch is enough to believe they can truly get back into the race. The conversation then shifts to...

ITL reacts after the Houston Astros picked up an extra-innings victory over the Los Angeles Angels and debates whether Houston is making its own luck or simply catching some breaks during this recent run. The guys discuss what's changed for the Astros, whether the success is sustainable, and if this stretch is enough to believe they can truly get back into the race. The conversation then shifts to...

ITL goes Around The NFL with the latest headlines and developments from around the league, discussing the biggest stories as teams continue mandatory minicamp. The focus then shifts to the Houston Texans after head coach DeMeco Ryans spoke to the media following the first day of mandatory minicamp. Ryans discussed the team's progress, key players, and what has stood out as Houston continues prepar...

ITL reacts to what DeMeco Ryans had to say during his final media session before training camp, discussing the biggest takeaways from Day 1 of mandatory minicamp and what Texans fans should make of the team's progress heading into the summer break. The guys debate what stood out most from Ryans' comments and what questions remain as the Houston Texans inch closer to training camp. Then in Lunch-Ti...

ITL dives into the changing landscape of college athletics and argues that, unpopular as it may be, the NCAA, Power Five conferences, and university administrators may actually be handling the current chaos correctly. The guys discuss whether college football and sports as a whole are at a crossroads, what the future holds for revenue sharing and player movement, and whether schools like Texas Tec...

Figgy’s Mixtape, featuring a game of Real Town or Fake Town, as Reggie and Lopez try to determine which locations are legitimate and which are completely made up.

Audacy World Cup insider joins ITL to talk soccer's biggest event.

Figgy reveals his surprising NBA Finals rooting interest.

ITL reacts to the Texans head coach's final comments before the team breaks for the summer.

Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans addresses the media following the first day of mandatory minicamp, discussing the team's progress, key players, and what has stood out as Houston continues preparations for the season.

ITL reacts to the latest news and storylines making waves around the league.

ITL shares the biggest party killers and wants examples.

ITL breaks down the NBA Finals after San Antonio got back into the series.

ITL debates whether Houston's recent success is skill, luck, or a little of both.

ITL reacts as Houston Texans minicamp officially gets underway and debates what the next step is for a team with legitimate Super Bowl aspirations. The guys discuss what they need to see from C. J. Stroud, the offense, the offensive line, and several young players as Houston moves from OTAs into a more meaningful phase of the offseason. What questions still need to be answered before training camp...

ITL reacts as Houston Texans minicamp officially gets underway and debates what the next step is for a team with legitimate Super Bowl aspirations. The guys discuss what they need to see from C. J. Stroud, the offense, the offensive line, and several young players as Houston moves from OTAs into a more meaningful phase of the offseason. What questions still need to be answered before training camp...

ITL reacts as Texans minicamp officially gets underway and debates what the next step is for a team with legitimate Super Bowl aspirations. The guys discuss what they need to see from C. J. Stroud, the offense, the offensive line, and several young players as Houston moves from OTAs into a more meaningful phase of the offseason. What questions still need to be answered before training camp arrives...

ITL goes Around The NFL, reacting to reports that ticket sales for the Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game in London have been slower than expected, ongoing quarterback drama involving the Arizona Cardinals, and other headlines from around the league. The guys discuss what these stories mean and which developments are worth monitoring as minicamp season continues across the NFL. Then the...

ITL discusses whether Texans fans may be overlooking just how much the defense improved from Year 1 to Year 2 under DeMeco Ryans. The guys debate whether a similar jump could be on the horizon for the offense under Nick Caley and what it would take for C. J. Stroud and company to make that kind of leap. Is it unrealistic to expect that level of growth, or are the ingredients already in place for H...

ITL reacts to an encouraging quote from a member of the Houston Texans and debates whether it offers meaningful insight into where the team stands heading into the season or if it's simply offseason optimism. The guys discuss what stood out from the comment, whether Texans fans should take anything away from it, and how it fits into the bigger picture for a team with championship aspirations. The...