In The Loop

ITL reacts to comments about what Houston’s offense could look like this season.

ITL debates whether Houston is finally showing signs beyond just relying on Alvarez.

ITL with Luke Mauro, Criss Partee, and Figgy reacts after the Houston Astros winning streak finally comes to an end, debating whether Houston’s recent run still changed the overall outlook surrounding the team. The guys discuss whether the Astros may quietly be onto something despite lingering concerns and whether another serious run would actually be the best thing for the franchise long term. Th...

ITL with Luke Mauro, Criss Partee, and Figgy reacts after the Houston Astros winning streak finally comes to an end. The guys debate whether the loss changes anything about the recent momentum Houston had been building and what still stands out most from the Astros’ recent stretch of baseball. ITL discusses whether this team may still be turning a corner or if bigger concerns continue lingering be...

ITL goes Around The NFL, reacting to the Supreme Court of the United States declining to intervene in Brian Flores’ case against the NFL, plus a discussion on the most underappreciated player for every NFL team and more headlines making noise around the league. The guys debate which players deserve far more recognition and which NFL storylines could have bigger implications moving forward. Then th...

ITL debates whether the Houston Texans actually improved enough from last season after sportsbooks set their win total at just 9.5. The guys break down where Houston upgraded, where concerns still exist, and whether the national perception around the Texans matches the reality of the roster. ITL discusses if this team should realistically be viewed as better than last year’s version or if expectat...

ITL breaks down the biggest offensive boxes the Houston Texans need to check heading into the season and debates whether Houston can confidently say they’ve answered the most important questions. From offensive line consistency and the run game to C. J. Stroud taking another step and the wide receiver depth behind Nico Collins, the guys discuss what absolutely has to go right if the Texans want to...

Figgy’s Mixtape, featuring a growing trend of eighth graders “redshirting” before high school sports, a viral comparison between a receipt from 2006 versus 2026 showing how expensive life has become, and more bizarre and hilarious internet stories.

Figgy shares a hilarious realization that ruined a movie for him forever.

ITL debates whether Houston truly improved enough from last season.

ITL debates whether the Rockets should feel differently after watching the Finals.

ITL reacts to the latest NFL headlines and debates overlooked talent around the league.

ITL shares sports records and numbers that never impressed them.

ITL breaks down what Nico’s new deal says about the Texans’ future.

ITL reacts to Houston’s streak coming to a close and what it means moving forward.

ITL reacts to an unforgettable night as the Houston Astros no-hit the Texas Rangers, with Tatsuya Imai continuing to build momentum and earning more trust from fans and teammates alike. The guys debate whether Houston may finally be onto something and if a legitimate Astros run would be the best thing for the organization despite all the long-term questions surrounding the roster. The conversation...

ITL reacts to an unforgettable night as the Houston Astros no-hit the Texas Rangers, with Tatsuya Imai once again turning in a strong performance. The guys debate whether Imai is officially earning trust, what the no-hitter means for Houston's outlook moving forward, and whether the Astros may be finding answers at a critical point in the season. Then the focus shifts to Houston Texans OTAs as ITL...

ITL goes Around The NFL, reacting to Josh Allen discussing his upcoming Week 1 matchup against the Houston Texans, comments from Jason Kelce about the NFL drifting away from traditional Sunday football, and more headlines making waves around the league. The guys debate what stands out most and whether some of the league’s biggest traditions are slowly changing. Then the focus shifts back to C. J....

ITL debates whether the Houston Astros might actually be onto something after recent signs of life. The guys discuss whether the pitching improvements, lineup adjustments, and overall momentum are enough to believe a legitimate run could be coming—and if it would actually be the best thing for the organization if it happened. ITL weighs the short-term excitement against the long-term questions fac...

ITL debates which quarterback still searching for their first Super Bowl title is the most intriguing heading into the season. From young stars trying to break through to established veterans running out of opportunities, the guys discuss which quarterbacks have the most pressure, the best chance to finally get over the hump, and whose story would be the most compelling if they finally captured a...

Figgy’s Mixtape, featuring reports of Lyft AI scams causing headaches for customers, a story involving an emotional support alligator, Pizza Hut embracing a retro look, and a fun debate over which restaurant chain should bring back its classic old-school style and experience.

Lopez admits defeat and sparks another hilarious confession session.

ITL debates whether Houston’s recent momentum could lead to a real run.

ITL debates whether last year’s OTA storyline helped shape Stroud’s season and perception.

ITL reacts to the latest headlines and conversations around the NFL.