In The Loop

Are the Texans an attractive destination for free agents — especially on the offensive side of the ball? ITL debates how appealing Houston really is right now, what matters most to players, and whether the Texans’ current situation helps or hurts their chances of landing top talent.

ITL takes a hard look at the Rockets and asks the big-picture question: what is the actual goal of this season at this point?

Around The NFL hits the latest coaching carousel news as the Browns hire Todd Monken as their new head coach, creating some locker room drama, while Klint Kubiak lands a second interview with the Raiders and other league updates continue to roll in.

Today’s QOTD: When have you caused a scene or a public stir?

ITL tackles a topic Texans fans may not want to think about yet: is it really that crazy to consider the Texans drafting a quarterback at some point, or is that just smart business in today’s NFL?

The Spurs picked up a win thanks to strong guard play, smart offensive execution, and a key defensive adjustment — and Lopez explains why he’s confident the Rockets could realistically do at least one of those same things to help themselves moving forward.

The offseason hasn’t even fully begun, and the AFC is already taking on a completely different look, with ITL debating the pros and cons of the Texans seemingly standing pat while much of the rest of the conference is making aggressive moves. The crew also reacts to Bill Belichick not being a first-ballot Hall of Famer and what that says about legacy and NFL history, before breaking down the breaking news that the Texans fired tight ends coach Jake Moreland and what that move means for the staff, the offense, and C.J. Stroud moving forward. Around The NFL, ITL covers major coaching moves, including Todd Monken to Cleveland and changes in Denver, while also explaining why tonight could be the first true statement game of the season for the Rockets. The show also dives into free agent rumors and a growing trend tied to the Texans, debates whether fans should like what they’re seeing, tackles the hate for non-breaking breaking news, and brings Judge John Lopez to court to rule on Dabo Swinney’s tampering allegat

The offseason hasn’t even fully begun, and the AFC is already taking on a completely different look. ITL debates the pros and cons of the Texans seemingly standing pat while much of the rest of the conference is making aggressive moves. Is patience the right strategy — or is Houston risking falling behind? Plus, ITL reacts to the surprising news that Bill Belichick will not be a first-ballot Hall of Famer and what that says about legacy and NFL history. The hour then takes a sharp turn with BREAKING NEWS as the Texans fire tight ends coach Jake Moreland, and the crew reacts to what it means for the staff, the offense, and what could be coming next.

Around The NFL hits the latest coaching news as the Browns hire Todd Monken as their new head coach and Denver makes a move at offensive coordinator, along with other league updates. Closer to home, ITL explains why tonight could be the first true statement game of the season for the Rockets and what a strong performance would actually mean moving forward. The hour wraps with What’s Popping in the world of sports and entertainment.

Free agent rumors are starting to swirl across the NFL, and ITL breaks down a clear trend tied to the Texans — and asks the big question: do you actually like what you’re seeing so far? The crew debates what it could mean for Houston’s offseason approach and whether it signals real change or more of the same. Plus, Lunch-Time Confessions tackles the growing hate for non-breaking breaking news, before Judge John Lopez steps into court to rule on Clemson’s Dabo Swinney alleging tampering by Ole

ITL continues reacting to the Texans' firing of their tight ends coach, breaking down what the move could mean for the offense and how it directly impacts C.J. Stroud moving forward. The crew debates whether this signals bigger changes ahead and what it says about the direction of the offensive staff. Plus, Figgy’s Mixtape brings the chaos with a man forced to eat only Wendy’s chili for a month after losing a bet, a fun debate on how good you are at explaining a song without using the lyrics, and more wild stories.

Figgy’s Mixtape brings the chaos with a man forced to eat only Wendy’s chili for a month after losing a bet, a fun debate on how good you are at explaining a song without using the lyrics, and more wild stories.

Lunch-Time Confessions tackles the growing hate for non-breaking breaking news

Free agent rumors are starting to swirl across the NFL, and ITL breaks down a clear trend tied to the Texans — and asks the big question: do you actually like what you’re seeing so far? The crew debates what it could mean for Houston’s offseason approach and whether it signals real change or more of the same.

ITL explains why tonight could be the first true statement game of the season for the Rockets and what a strong performance would actually mean moving forward.

Around The NFL hits the latest coaching news as the Browns hire Todd Monken as their new head coach and Denver makes a move at offensive coordinator, along with other league updates.

BREAKING NEWS as the Texans fire tight ends coach Jake Moreland, and the crew reacts to what it means for the staff, the offense, and what could be coming next.

ITL reacts to the surprising news that Bill Belichick will not be a first-ballot Hall of Famer and what that says about legacy and NFL history.

The offseason hasn’t even fully begun, and the AFC is already taking on a completely different look. ITL debates the pros and cons of the Texans seemingly standing pat while much of the rest of the conference is making aggressive moves. Is patience the right strategy — or is Houston risking falling behind?

ITL opens by breaking down the Rockets’ win over the Grizzlies, debating the biggest takeaway from the performance and what it says about where the team is headed, then shifts to the Texans’ offseason by discussing what kind of notes and feedback C.J. Stroud likely received and what should be on that list to help him take the next step, before wrapping the hour with a QOTD on what should be a fine in your workplace — with a special emphasis on SportsRadio 610. Around The NFL follows with major coaching news as Joe Brady is promoted to head coach of the Bills and the Browns look at Jim Schwartz as a potential head coach, while closer to home ITL digs into why DeMeco Ryans is so emphatic about the Texans playing simple and free on defense but not on offense, and the hour closes with What’s Popping in sports and entertainment. The show then turns to quarterback perspective as ITL debates how much Sam Darnold’s career arc should encourage Texans fans about C.J. Stroud, mixes in Lunch-Time Confessions as Lopez adm