In The Loop

ITL goes Around The NFL, reacting to blockbuster trades that shake up the NFL landscape, including Myles Garrett heading to the Los Angeles Rams and A. J. Brown being dealt to the New England Patriots. The guys discuss which move will have the biggest impact, how the power balance in the league may have shifted, and what it means for teams trying to contend this season. Then the focus shifts back...

ITL reacts after Will Anderson Jr. spoke to the media following Houston Texans OTAs. The guys break down what stood out from the star pass rusher's comments, his mindset heading into the season, and whether Anderson is poised to make another leap as one of the faces of Houston’s defense. ITL discusses the expectations surrounding Anderson and what his continued development could mean for a Texans...

ITL looks ahead to the NFL season with roughly 100 days to go and discusses the biggest questions still facing teams around the league. From quarterback situations and coaching pressure to championship expectations and potential surprise teams, the guys break down the storylines that will define the upcoming season. ITL debates which questions have the biggest impact on the Houston Texans and whet...

Figgy dives into bizarre headlines, viral moments, and internet chaos.

Lopez puts Reggie through a series of questions after his trip abroad.

The crew wonders if Europe transformed Reggie into THAT guy.

ITL reacts to what the Texans star defender had to say.

ITL reacts to Ryans latest comments and what they reveal about Houston.

ITL reacts to major NFL trades and their impact around the league.

ITL shares the everyday essentials they could easily live without.

ITL discusses whether expectations have officially reached championship levels

ITL debates whether Houston’s recent stretch is enough to buy back in.

ITL reacts to a pivotal weekend for the Houston Astros and asks whether the team finally passed a meaningful test against quality competition. The guys debate whether Houston’s recent surge is enough to change expectations or if there are still too many concerns to fully buy in. The conversation then shifts to the Houston Texans and whether DeMeco Ryans remains too focused on the defensive side of...

ITL reacts after a pivotal weekend for the Houston Astros and asks a simple question: did they pass the test? The guys debate whether Houston’s performance against quality competition should change expectations moving forward or if there are still too many concerns to fully buy in. ITL discusses whether the recent winning stretch is proof the Astros are turning a corner or if tougher challenges st...

ITL goes Around The NFL, reacting to continued trade speculation surrounding A. J. Brown, rumors heating up around Myles Garrett, and chatter about a potential reunion between Odell Beckham Jr. and the New York Giants. The guys discuss which rumors have real legs, which ones feel like offseason noise, and what could still shake up the NFL landscape before the season begins. Then the conversation s...

ITL debates a fascinating Houston Texans question: if push comes to shove, are the Texans more loyal to C. J. Stroud or to the offense they are trying to build? The guys discuss whether Houston would be willing to reshape its scheme around Stroud’s preferences or if the organization is committed to the vision being installed by Nick Caley regardless of who is under center. ITL debates what recent...

ITL debates whether Rafael Stone has earned enough trust from Houston Rockets fans after the organization's recent moves and long-term vision. The guys discuss the roster-building process, the decision to trade for Kevin Durant, and whether Stone deserves the benefit of the doubt as Houston transitions from rebuilding to chasing championships. ITL weighs his biggest successes, biggest misses, and...

Figgy’s Mixtape, featuring a discussion about common sayings that people probably shouldn't accept without questioning, a mother discovering $4,000 hidden in her teenage daughter's room & more.

Luke Mauro makes the case that he'd absolutely watch a How To Catch A Predator movie, sparking a hilarious discussion about whether the concept would actually work on the big screen and who would line up to see it.

ITL debates where Houston’s priorities truly lie as the offense evolves.

ITL debates the decisions that have shaped Houston’s current situation.

ITL reacts to the latest trade rumors and offseason speculation from around the league.

ITL shares vacation horror stories and travel disasters.

ITL discusses whether Houston's head coach is prioritizing the right things.

ITL debates whether Houston proved something over the weekend.