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Texans Insider Podcast

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Texans Insider is a Houston Chronicle podcast covering the Houston Texans football team, hosted by Texans beat reporter Jonathan M. Alexander. Tune in every week for game analysis and insight. Listen here for Jonathan's exclusive behind-the-scenes stories of the players and coaches on the Houston NFL team. This podcast is made possible by the support of Houston Chronicle subscribers. Want more great Texans coverage? Subscribe at  HoustonChronicle.com/subscribe , and sign up for the Texans Insider newsletter Houstonchronicle.com/newsletters/Texans-Insider .

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Jan 17, 2026

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Episodes

What the Texans’ 24-point win over the Cowboys mean for their chances in the AFC 20.11.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Houston Texans’ 34-10 win over the Dallas Cowboys, why they were better in the second half and what it means for their standing in the AFC.   Further reading:   + How C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans took step in right direction with strong second half against Cowboys   + 'Dancing to the end zone': Derek Barnett gives Texans boost with sc...

Breaking down the Texans’ loss to the Lions, where next, and answering readers’ questions 13.11.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren talk about the Texans loss to the Lions, and answer questions from readers on the latest episode of Texans Insider Podcast. Further reading: Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confident WR Nico Collins will be ready to go vs. Cowboys Five things, including some positives, we learned from Houston Texans' Week 10 loss to Detroit Lions Houston Texans film r...

Breaking down the Texans’ struggles vs. Jets and their game against the Lions 07.11.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Texans loss to the Jets and preview Houston’s game on Sunday Night Football versus the Detriot Lions in Week 10.   Further reading:   Texans' offense needs change after 'embarrassing' loss to Jets on Thursday Night Football | Analysis   Houston Texans film study: How pass rush vs. Jets changed without Will Anderson Jr. on field Learn...

How the potential loss of Stefon Diggs impacts the Houston Texans 29.10.2024

Houston Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss Stefon Diggs injury, takeaways from the win over the Colts, and their upcoming game against the New York Jets.   Further reading:   5 things we learned about the Houston Texans after their Week 8 win over the Indianapolis Colts   Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans isn't going negative on Kenyon Green                           ...

How concerned should you be after the Texans’ loss to the Packers? Changes on Oline. 22.10.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren break down the Texans loss to the Packers, their level of concern moving forward, potential O-Line changes and where they go from here ahead of their game against the Colts. Further reading: Houston Texans' struggles in passing game brought to fore in loss to Packers | Analysis Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans intent on fixing O-line breakdowns...

Texans secure first double digit win and how Mario Edwards’ suspension affects the Texans vs. Packers 15.10.2024

Houston Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Texans’ win over the Patriots, the suspension of defensive tackle Mario Edwards, and their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers.   Further reading: Texans' Mario Edwards suspended four games as fellow DL Denico Autry returns from suspension   Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans: Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love prese...

Breaking down the Houston Texans’ win over the Buffalo Bills. And will Drake Maye start at QB for Patriots? 08.10.2024

Houston Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Texans latest win over the Buffalo Bills, what it means, and look ahead at their matchup with the New England Patriots on Sunday.   Further reading:   Houston Texans' win over Buffalo Bills proves they can be elite. But it came with a price   5 takeaways from the Houston Texans' win over the Buffalo Bills   Texans film ro...

The cultural significance of haircuts and how it became the secret to success for the Houston Texans 05.10.2024

The Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander talks with several Texans players and one barber about the importance of haircuts among NFL athletes and the Black community and how it has become one of their most important pre-game routines.   For further reading:   Shear magic: How a haircut has become Houston Texans players' secret to success on gameday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Five things, good and bad, from the Houston Texans victory over the Jaguars 01.10.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander breaks down five things from the Houston Texans victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars and looks ahead at their upcoming matchup against the Buffalo Bills, in what will be a revenge game for Stefon Diggs.   Background reading:   Analysis: C.J. Stroud and Nico Collins are on fire. But penalties remain Texans' biggest issue   How a talk from DeMeco Ryans helped t...

After suffering the worst loss in the DeMeco Ryans era, how concerned should the Texans be about their Oline? 24.09.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss what went wrong in the Houston Texans loss to the Minnesota Vikings, how much you should blame penalties, and where they go from here as they get set to face the Jacksonville Jaguars.   Further reading:   • Analysis: Loss to the Vikings, shows how far Texans must go to be considered elite • Illegal formations and false starts. It wasn't...

Breaking down the Texans’ Sunday Night Football win over the Bears and Joe Mixon’s injury 17.09.2024

Texans beat writers Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the hip drop tackle that injured Joe Mixon, preview their game against the Vikings and more. Read more from our reporters here: The Houston Texans struggled to run against Bears. Here's why Houston Texans will send film of hip-drop tackle on Joe Mixon to NFL for review, DeMeco Ryans says Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

What we took away from the Texans’ 29-27 win over the Colts and where they go from here 10.09.2024

Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren break down the Texans win over the Colts last Sunday and look at their upcoming matchup against the Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which receivers will make the Texans roster? Which won't? 15.08.2024

Texans beat writer Jonathan M. Alexander is joined by Jon Poorman to talk about the Texans wide receiver group and what to watch for in the preseason game against the Giants. Read more on the Texans here: Texans camp: C.J. Stroud's and Stefon Diggs' connection is growing stronger Nico Collins is an ego-less receiver. Why he's poised for another big year for the Houston Texans Learn more about your...

Andre Johnson on his Hall of Fame induction and what made him great 01.08.2024

The Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Brett Coomer sat with Andre Johnson for a one-on-one interview to talk about being the first Texans player inducted into the Hall of Fame, his upbringing and his best moments as a Texan. For further reading: How Texans great Andre Johnson became one of Houston's biggest stars en route to the Hall of Fame 'The ultimate competitor': Andre Johnson's Q...

Takeaways from the first few days of Texans training camp 22.07.2024

Texans beat reporter Jonathan M. Alexander is joined by a couple of guests to breakdown what’s happened so far in training camp, and who is leading some position battles for the Houston Texas football team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texans LB LB Azeez Al-Shaair on his mission, holding Will Anderson Jr. accountable, and why he likes the team's defense 27.06.2024

Texans beat reporter Jonathan M. Alexander interviewed new Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair about his journey, why helping the homeless is important to him, why he held Will Anderson Jr. accountable and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Standouts. Letdowns. Our biggest takeaways from Houston Texans minicamp. 13.06.2024

Texans beat reporter Jonathan M. Alexander is joined by sports reporter Jon Poorman to break down what they saw from minicamp, as well as what the Texans need heading into training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking down the Texans 2024 schedule: The easiest and toughest stretches 21.05.2024

Houston Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Matt Young break down the Texans’ 2024 schedule, along with some record predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could J.J. Watt return to the Texans? A chat with former Chronicle writer John McClain 09.05.2024

The Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander is joined by former Chronicle sports reporter John McClain to talk about J.J. Watt, the Texans’ Super Bowl aspirations and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking down the Texans’ 2024 draft class, surprises and what to make of the picks 02.05.2024

The Chronicle's Jerome Solomon and Jonathan M. Alexander breaks down the Texans’ latest draft class and what to make of it. Read more of our reporting of the draft here: Houston Texans' 2024 draft class: Why they were picked and what they're saying Houston Texans roster is deepest and most competitive in GM Nick Caserio's tenure but has one hole Houston Texans undrafted free agent tracker: Which r...

New Texans jerseys and the NFL draft. Will the Texans trade up or down? 24.04.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Jerome Solomon breakdown what the Texans could do in the 2024 NFL draft and give their take on the Texans’ new uniforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A chat with draft expert Lance Zierlein on the 2024 NFL draft 03.04.2024

The Chronicle’s Jerome Solomon and Jonathan M. Alexander sat down with sports analyst, draft expert and radio host Lance Zierlein about the 2024 NFL draft, why it’s difficult to evaluate a quarterback and what he expects this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What Cal McNair's new ownership of the Texans means for Houston 29.03.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Jerome Solomon discuss what we learned from the NFL’s annual league meetings, how that affects the draft and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With free agency slowing down, how do the Texans approach the draft? 22.03.2024

The Chronicle's Jerome Solomon breaks down free agency and examines the holes left on the Texans roster.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with former Texans linebacker Blake Cashman, and what to make of Houston’s free agent moves 14.03.2024

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Jerome Solomon spoke to ex-Texans linebacker Blake Cashman about free agency, and later analyzed the Texans moves in free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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