Houston Sports Talk

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Astros Catcher & 1B Prospect Jason Schiavone about his breakout season, how he's leading the Minors in Homeruns & what he can tell us about his defense. Plus, he gives us the scoop on prospects Walker Janek, Justin Thomas, Cole Hertzler, Parker Smith, Kyle Walker, Caden Powell & Ethan Frey. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:26) Getting Promoted to Double A Corpus (1:49) How did Offense Explode This Year? (3:19) Astros Plan: Catcher or 1B? (4:11) Learning new Pitching Staff? (5:27) Moving from SS to Catcher at James Madison? (7:07) How's his Defense Behind the Plate? (8:09) Relationship with Walker Janek (9:28) Watching Josh Hader in Corpus Christi (10:28) How good is Pitching Prospect Cole Hertzler? (11:34) What's special about Justin Thomas? (12:23) Who's looked great in Asheville? (14:22) Is there a Buzz in Astros system about talent? (15:02) Playing at James Madison when National Champ Coach Curt Cignetti was there (16:22) Why does he love baseball? and rooting against '19 Astros? (17:46) Hobbies & Interests? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Indiana Hoosiers Insider Shannon Griffith- who covers Indiana for Hoosiers.com & the Hoosier Football Tailgate podcast - about Texans 7th Round Pick LB Aiden Fisher. What makes him so special? How did tragedy change his life? Are his critiques fair? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:30) Aiden goes from Zero Star to NFL Pick! (3:02) Did Tragic Backstory Drive Him? (5:21) Fisher's Intangibles? (8:38) Are critiques fair? Is athleticism & tackling issue? (10:42) Is Special Teams his shot? (12:49) Final Thoughts on Fisher (14:39) Hoosiers Win National Title Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Wolverines Insider TJ Ronin & 'Michigan at The Voice of College Football' Host @TJ_Ronin about Texans 2nd RD Pick Marlin Klein. What went wrong? Did he underachieve? Are critics right? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:30) Klein's Path to NFL? (4:06) Klein's Motivation Huge? (5:38) Are National Draft Scouts Right? (13:06) Does Michigan Staff get most from TE Talent? (15:01) Is Run Blocking Good Enough? (16:39) Missing Piece for Klein longterm? (18:20) Final Thoughts: Patience? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Oklahoma Sooners Insider Collin Kennedy @CKennedy247 (who covers OU for 247 Sports) about the heartwarming story of Texans 4th Round Pick Febechi Nwaiwu. What's he bring to Houston? Can he play Center? What are the concerns? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:24) Nwaiwu's Story from Walk-On to NFL Draft pick? (4:59) Almost played for UH? (5:29) Robert's connection to Burlsworth (6:46) What did Burlsworth Award meant to Nwaiwu? Other Prestigious Honors? (8:21) OU's great Walk-On history (9:43) Febechi Strengths? (13:48) Can Febechi play Center in NFL? (16:10) Febechi's Flaws? (18:40) Personality & Leadership? (22:39) Look-in at Practice? (23:29) Final Thoughts? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks NFL Draft Guru & 'A to Z Sports Film Room' Host Joe DeLeone @JoeDeLeone how the Texans did in the '26 NFL Draft. He picks his favorites & least favorites looking at every pick: Keylan Rutledge, Kayden McDonald, Marlin Klein, Wade Woodaz, Febechi Nwaiwu, Kamari Ramsey, Lewis Bond & Aiden Fisher. Plus, he gives his favorite undrafted Free Agent. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:27) Kayden McDonald Analysis (1:51) Keylan Rutledge (4:53) Marlin Klein (11:51) Febechi Nwaiwu (13:50) Wade Woodaz (16:45) Lewis Bond (18:10) Aiden Fisher (19:44) Kamari Ramsey (23:17) Fav Undrafted Free Agents? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst & Draft Expert Cooper Klein (Host of the Upside Swings podcast) if GM Rafael Stone's poor drafting messed up their rebuild. We look thru each of the tanking drafts with high draft choices (from '21-'24) to see if mistakes were made. Plus, I ask Cooper if the Rockets got unlucky with two 1st Round Picks in a poor draft. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (1:29) Was Jalen Green pick bad draft & bad process? (6:26) Big Mistake: Usman Garuba & Josh Christopher? (9:55) Draft Odds: Who goes 1st in '27 Draft? (10:40) Jabari Smith: Good or Terrible pick? (14:18) Good or Bad: Tari Eason & TyTy Washington? (18:40) Amen Thompson: Anything Wrong with it? (20:47) Cam Whitmore: Good or Bad Process? (23:35) Reed Sheppard vs. Steph Castle? (30:17) Rafael Stone: Verdict on Rafael Stone? (33:46) Will New Lottery Rules Hurt Rockets? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land takes the stand as the Astros GM's Defense Attorney to save his job & makes the case to keep Dana Brown. What has everybody gotten wrong? Why is he the scapegoat? How do his trades, Free Agent signings, prospects & tenure look in hindsight? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Boston College Insider Mitch Wolfe, a staff writer for the Eagle Insider (part of the 247 Network), about the potential for Texans 6th Round Pick Lewis Bond to beat out Jaylin Noel. What makes his special? What are concerns? Did he get along with Bill O'Brien? How does he look in Special Teams? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:31) Background, Intelligence? (1:43) What makes Bond Special? (3:43) Critiques & Concerns? (6:14) Special Teams Potential? (7:48) No NFL Combine Invite: Why? (9:04) Connection with BC's Zay Flowers? (10:21) Relationship with Bill O'Brien? (11:18) Personality? Can he challenge Noel for PT? (14:30) Bill O'Brien Experience in Boston College? (17:11) Final Thoughts on Bond? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks ex Ohio State OL & Bleav in Buckeyes Host Bryant Browning @Br_Browning about Texans 2nd Round Pick Kayden McDonald. He gets into McDonald's emergence at OSU, what makes his special and if there are any concerns. Plus, he talks about Buckeyes CJ Stroud & Tommy Togiai. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (1:20) What makes McDonald Special? (2:14) NFL Comp for McDonald? (3:33) OSU Emergence this year? (5:49) Can McDonald develop into Elite Pass Rusher? (7:11) What DT traits would scare Bryant? (9:12) Why did Kayden slip in NFL Draft? (10:59) What kind of person is Kayden? (12:12) Interesting McDonald Facts (14:39) OSU"s Tommy Togiai Development (16:06) Michigan vs. OSU in Texans Locker Room? (18:09) Final thoughts (19:17) New CJ Stroud look! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst Bryson AKA ⁨@RedNationBlogga⁩ his reaction to the Ime Udoka and Rafael Stone end of year press conference. Robert goes off over the lack of awareness and cluelessness of the organization. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:28) No Offensive Changes? (2:53) Why is Tari Eason Coming Back? (5:54) Stone: Bad Thought Process? (8:23) Fake Concern over Amen/Sheppard losing minutes or responsibility? (13:05) Stone & Udoka: Package Deal? (15:24) Why is Finney-Smith Coming Back? (17:37) No Plan to Improve Shooting? (21:20) Do Stone & Udoka Need to Disagree? (23:18) Are Rockets Making Excuses for Durant Issues? (29:25) Reed Sheppard: Steve Kerr or Steve Nash? (33:20) Udoka making up stuff! (34:00) Stone putting head in sand over young core? (36:08) Are Giannis, Kawhi, Mitchell & Embiid dumb moves? (39:32) Final Thoughts on Press Conference (42:01) Is this the Rockets Ceiling? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Bleav in Clemson's Will Vandervort @steelerwill to share the positives, negatives, personality & transformation of Texans 4th Round LB Wade Woodaz. What qualities can he bring to the defense & special teams? Is a perfect fit for DeMeco's philosophy? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:29) Clemson's Texans Draft History (1:50) What makes Woodaz Special? (5:27) Body Transformation? (8:40) Woodaz Negatives? (13:12) Intelligence & Instincts (15:25) Personality (18:24) JJ Watt Connection & great Texas vibe Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land & HST Contributor Clayton Anderson @Clay_HTXSports break down Game 6 of the Rockets-Lakers 1st Round Playoff Series. What were the keys ? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land & HST Contributor Clayton Anderson @Clay_HTXSports break down Game 5 of the Rockets-Lakers 1st Round Playoff Series. Where are the Rockets after a huge win in Game 5? What were the keys to the win? Is LeBron slowing down? What are we seeing from Jabari & Sengun? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ️- Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️- https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️-  https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks USC Insider Nara Weng (Everything USC podcast Host) to break down Texans 5th Round Pick Kamari Ramsey. He goes through strengths, weaknesses, connections to current Texans & the behind the scenes on his personality. (00:45) What's Texans-USC Connection? (1:07) Why wasn't Ramsey Drafted Higher? (2:45) Why did Ramsey go from UCLA to USC? (3:47) Kamari's Strengths? (6:30) Comp to Jalen PItre? (9:51) Is Health Red Flag? (11:13) Personality? (13:15) Did Texans look at USC TE Lake McCree? (14:09) USC South? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Georgia Tech Insider RJ Schafer @the_rjschafer (Bleav in Georgia Tech Host) to give us the good & bad on Texans 1st Round Pick Keylan Rutledge. He describes his reaction to personal tragedy and hits on the big intangibles Texans fans will love. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:34) Georgia Tech Followers React to 1st RD (1:59) Middle Tennessee to Georgia Tech: Development (3:01) What Makes Rutledge Special (4:54) Center Experience? (6:51) Rutledge Concerns? (8:25) Response to Scouting Report? (9:58) Did Tragedy change Rutledge? (11:54) Major praise from Coaches! (13:30) Georgia Tech Coach Brent Key on Leadership! (16:27) Final Thoughts Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Texans Analyst Jacob Barzilla (with Texans Probe) about his thoughts on the Texans '26 Draft picks. He dissects them one at a time: Kayden McDonald, Marlin Klein, Febechi Nwaiwu, Wade Woodaz, Kamari Ramsey, Lewis Bond and Aiden Fisher. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (:40) Kayden McDonald: Steal? (1:42) Nation Experts on McDonald pick (3:35) McDonald with JJ Watt Vibes (4:15) Marlin Klein: Terrible Pick? (8:52) Biggest Trait for Texans Picks? (10:18) Texans Bad Draft Process? (12:18) Febechi Nwaiwu: Good choice? (13:57) Febechi Nwaiwu: Best Position? (14:27) Febechi Nwaiwu: Character & Classic Texans Comp? (16:03) Wade Woodaz: Special Teams or Real LB? (17:53) Kamari Ramsey: USC Success continues? (19:47) Lewis Bond: Roster or Practice Squad WR? (21:10) Aiden Fisher: Special Teams ace? (22:30) Jack Stonehouse: Undrafted gem? (23:07) Did Texans miss anything in draft? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land & HST Contributor Clayton Anderson @Clay_HTXSports break down Game 4 of the Rockets-Lakers 1st Round Playoff Series. Did Udoka get schooled by JJ Reddick again? We look at how Jabari, Amen, Sheppard, Tari & Sengun played against LeBron. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ / houstonsportstalkpod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ • Houston Sports History & Memories Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land & HST Contributor Clayton Anderson @Clay_HTXSports break down Game 3 of the Rockets-Lakers 1st Round Playoff Series. We look at how Jabari, Amen, Sheppard & Sengun played choked against LeBron's Lakers. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Texans Analyst Jacob Barzilla (with Texans Probe) & Jayson Braddock (with Mr. Roto) @JaysonBraddock how they feel about the Texans trading for Keylan Rutledge in the 1st round of the '26 NFL Draft. Did the give up too much draft capital? Is he a good fit? We look at Rutledge nearly losing his foot in a car accident & which position we see him playing. Who could lose their job of the Texans Vets? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land & HST Contributor Clayton Anderson @Clay_HTXSports break down Game 2 of the Rockets-Lakers 1st Round Playoff Series. We look at how Durant, Jabari, Amen, Sheppard & Sengun played vs. LeBron James' Lakers. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land & HST Contributor Clayton Anderson @Clay_HTXSports break down Game 1 of the Rockets-Lakers 1st Round Playoff Series. We look at how Durant, Jabari, Amen, Sheppard & Sengun played vs. LeBron James' Lakers. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ / houstonsportstalkpod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ • Houston Sports History & Memories Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Astros Minor League Expert Kenny Van Doren (Astros Future podcast Co-Host) @thevandalorian about the Astros Top 6 pitching prospects. Is there talent in their system & what is their upside? Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (01:05) Ethan Pecko (4:40) Miguel Ullola (7:19) Bryce Mayer (12:17) Can Yordan win HR Title in '26? (13:23) James Hicks (15:14) What are the Ceilings of these pitchers? (15:55) Ryan Forcucci (17:55) Cole Hertzler (20:41) Pitching Wildcards who can Help? (21:49) Which Astro 3B played with Jackie Robinson? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Here's a Bleav Network Bonus. You'll wanna Subscribe to Bleav in Astros! Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss the Astros injuries and losing streak. How does it impact the psyche of the team? Also, is the ABS biased against the high strike call? We get into it all as usual. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land pays tribute to Jackie Robinson on the anniversary of the day he integrated baseball. You'll hear stories from our archives with Astros 3B Bob Aspromonte & Brooklyn Dodgers 3B Randy Jackson who both played with Jackie. Plus, Houston Buff Larry Miggins played against Jackie in his very 1st Dodgers game and Astros longtime Broadcaster Greg Lucas remembers Monte Irvin - who nearly broke baseball's color barrier himself. We conclude with a conversation with Robinson who tells true stories about what he went thru. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (2:34) Did Robinson give his glove to a young Astro? (7:45) Did Randy Jackson replace Robinson at 3B for the Dodgers? (12:59) Did ex-Houston Buff Larry Miggins get worked by Robinson in Jackie's 1st Dodgers Game? (15:43) Was MLB HOF & Houstonian Monte Irvin supposed to be REAL Jackie? (18:41) Jackie Robinson Tells True Story of his Integration Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Texans Analyst, Dr. Roto Contributor & longtime Houston Sports Radio personality Jayson Braddock @JaysonBraddock about potential 1st Round picks & the best Texans fits at TE, RB, OL, DT & LB. Plus, Jayson hits on the big offseason moves, who they could steal in the later rounds & how we're getting hints at who they may pick. Today's Show Is Presented by FanDuel! (00:33) Do Texans tip who they might pick before Draft? (2:26) Top 3 Texans Best 1st RD Options? (6:51) Could Texans Move Out of 1st RD? (11:13) Position Texans Must Take! (15:21) Any Centers Fitting Texans Mold? (17:42) Any TE's fitting Texans Need? (22:10) Do Texans Need LB? Best DeMeco Fits? (26:07) Who do Jets Pick at #2? (28:52) 4th RD Steals? (33:50) Thoughts on Texans Offseason Moves? (38:53) Foster Moreau: Good Signing? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Houston Sports Radio vet Adam Spolane @AdamSpolane about the Rockets-Lakers 1st Round series, how the Rockets might lose it, Amen's potential breakout, if Udoka's job on the line, Rafael Stone doubling down on his gaffe & should the Rockets have made a deadline move. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:20) Nuggets Bad Tanking Helps Rockets? (1:54) How can Rockets blow series as favorite? (4:36) Could Reddick out-coach Udoka? (6:43) Will Playoff Schedule Hurt Rockets? (8:50) Rockets-Lakers Playoff History (12:00) Rockets 5th Starter vs. Lakers? Sheppard, Tari or Okogie? (15:24) Signs Amen Breakout in Playoffs? 3rd Team All-NBA? (18:00) Key Player for Rockets? (20:31) Could Udoka lose job in Lakers Upset? (22:55) Can Tillman afford to fire Udoka? (24:19) Is VanVleet Fixing Everything? (27:42) Did Rafael Stone Blames Media & Lie about what happened? (30:37) Did Rockets Miss Opportunity at Deadline? (34:45) Was DFS tradeable? (42:10) Ranting about Astros Fan & Media Blame Game! Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks NFL Draft Expert Tony Pauline @TonyPauline with the EssentiallySports DraftCast who he believes will be the best fit for the Texans in the '26 1st round and which Guards, Centers, LB's, RB's & TE's he could see going to the Texans. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:25) Grading Texans Offseason? (2:15) Which players to Target in 1st RD? (3:59) DT Cayden McDonald: Bad Texans 1st rd pick? (6:20) Any chance to Trade for Kenyon Sadiq? (7:37) Guards who might fit Texans mold? (9:40) LB's who might fit DeMeco? (11:13) Potential Center Replacements for Jake Andrews? (12:32) Mike Washington or RB's later in Draft? (14:48) Potential TE Fits? (17:03) Should Nix, Herbert & Maye be ahead of Stroud & Texans on AFC Super Bowl Odds? (18:38) Where does Caserio rank of NFL GM's? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Astros longtime player & Manager Phil Garner about his fight with Cancer, playing with legendary A's, memories of Nolan Ryan & Mike Scott's no hitter, the '86 NLCS vs. the Mets, the Greatest Game Ever Played, the '05 18 inning classic, a miracle Ausmus HR, Chris Burke's Game Winning HR, Jeff Bagwell, Craig Biggio, memories of the '79 'We are Family' Pirates & his old Hal of Fame teammate Dave Parker. (1:36) Cancer Prognosis? (2:50) Playing with Reggie Jackson, Catfish Hunter & 70's A's (4:13) Memories of playing 2B during Nolan Ryan's 5th no-hitter (5:57) Memories of Mike Scott's '86 No-Hitter (8:08) Relationship with Astros platoon partner Denny Walling (8:55) '86 NLCS vs. Mets (10:59) Was Game 6 vs. Mets Greatest Game Ever Played? (13:40) 18 inning Game vs. Braves in '05 (17:44) Stories of Chris Burke & Ausmus HR (23:35) Geoff Blum HR in World Series (25:20) What was like to Manage Jeff Bagwell? (28:55) Biggio Memories (33:15) Dave Parker Memories (38:55) Parker & Garner fight over Willie Nelson & Sister Sledge (41:16) What's it like to see Astros Dynasty? (47:50) Favorite Astros Memories (49:13) Hitting HR with corked bat off Spitball Gaylord Perry Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst Bryson (AKA Red Nation Blogga) what the secret's been to the Rockets improved offense in the 7 game win streak, if a 1st rd Lakers series scares him, if homecourt matters & does Jae'Sean need to play. Red Nation Blogga Channel ️ https://www.youtube.com/@RedNationBlogga/videos Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:30) How's Offense Different? (1:39) Most Important Rockets Bench Player? (5:27) Udoka Genius in THIS Offensive Play? (7:27) New Jabari Smith? (9:09) Best Little Jabari Tweaks? (11:30) Tari Buys in More? (13:27) Rockets in Lakers Crash Course? (14:38) National Embarrassment Helps Udoka? (16:30) Do Rockets Need Home-court vs. Lakers? (18:08) Is JD Davison Good Signing? (19:24) 5th Starter: Need to be Nailed Down? (21:17) Should Jae'Sean Tate Play? (23:28) Why does Tari need to stop THIS? (25:55) Does Amen need to do THIS? (28:11) Should Rockets Rest Players? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks 'Stuck in the 80's' Author & Bleav Host about his new book about his 20 years interviewing 1980's pop icons on his podcast. Over the years, he's talked to Steve Perry, Olivia Newton-John, Kenny Loggins, Huey Lewis, Ice Cube, Tommy Lee, Richard Marx, Cyndi Lauper, Debbie Gibson & the biggest names of the era. Spears had an emotional moment with 80's crush Deborah Foreman & moved Berlin's Terri Nunn to tears. He tells us those stories & we play either/or with 80's pop. Look for his book “Stuck in the '80s: 20 Years of Conversations w/ Pop Culture Icons Who Defined a Decade” Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (2:26) How did Stuck in the 80's pod start? (6:47) What was it like to interview Steve Perry? (9:50) 80's Bands Spears recently discovered? (12:18) What made 80's music unique? (14:13) What happened in 80's that didn't happen today? (18:23) We are the World or Do They Know it's Christmas? (19:20) Jourey or Duran Duran? (20:30) Back to the Future or Raiders of the Lost Ark? (21:12) Depeche Mode or INXS? (21:38) The Natural, Bull Durham or Field of Dreams? (24:15) Rocky 3 or Rocky 4? (25:52) Steve Martin or Bill Murray? (26:43) If You Leave or Don't You Forget About Me? (27:36) Leah Thompson or Molly Ringwald? (27:45) Terri Nunn Emotional Moment talking Berlin? (33:05) Spears 80's Crush Deborah Foreman Consoles Steve in Amazing Podcast Moment! (38:25) Spears Wife Avoids him for years over Huey Lewis question (40:25) Did Podcast give Spears a family? (42:00) Why are 80's Special? (43:55) Was 80's TV Cool? Order Stuck in the 80's Book ️ https://www.amazon.com/Stuck-80s-Conversations-Culture-Defined/dp/B0GNL217F9 Get Signed Book ️ Steve@Sit80s.com Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land pays tribute to Guy V. Lewis, Phi Slama Jama, the Game of the Century ('68 UCLA vs. UH) & UH Cougars basketball history. We listen back at our interviews with Don Chaney, Reid Gettys & Greg 'Cadillac' Anderson - who played for Guy V. Plus, we listen back to our conversations with Houston Sportswriters Joseph Duarte, Dale Robertson, Mickey Herskowitz & Coog author & historian Robert Jacobus - who wrote 'Houston Cougars in the 1960's: Death Threats, the Veer Offense & the Game of the Century". You'll hear stories on Hakeem Olajuwon, Clyde Drexler, Michael Jordan, James Worthy, Elvin Hayes, David Lattin, McCoy McLemore, Sidney Lowe, Michael Young & Benny Anders. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (3:26) Best Final 4 Bet? (5:26) Did Guy V. Lewis create 'Game of the Century'? (8:00) Guy V: Underrated Coach? (9:13) Mickey Herskowitz Describes Crazy '68 UH-UCLA Atmosphere! (13:09) Was Guy V reason Dale Robertson came to Houston? Was his Strategy Disrespected? (18:20) Could David Lattin & McCoy McLemore have played with Elvin Hayes & Don Chaney at UH? (20:47) Don Chaney remembers 'Game of the Century' & learns from Guy V (24:32) Chaney coaches Hakeem & remembers integrating SWC (24:43) Cadillac Anderson: How did Guy V change his life? (29:45) Joseph Duarte: Visits Guy V's hometown & sees Guy V Hall of Fame Induction (32:07) Reid Gettys: Maing of Phi Slama Jama Doc! (35:09) Why wasn't Gettys in NC State Doc? (37:05) Finding Benny Anders! (39:25) Was Benny Anders like Michael Jordan? Did he pull a gun? (41:30) Phi Slama Jama layup line (43:30) Seeing Hakeem for 1st Time? (45:27) Getting Recuited by Guy V. Lewis (46:35) Amazing James Worthy Dunk vs. Final 4 Coogs! (49:08) How great was Louisville-UH Final 4 Game? (50:45) Should Rockets have drafted Drexler over Rodney McCray? (52:45) What did it mean to Gettys to see Hakeem/Drexler Clutch City Title? (53:55) Did Gettys watch NC State ending with Sidney Lowe? (56:35) Was altitude factor for NC State game? (57:15) Did Guy V win with Houston talent? (58:15) Is Michael Young lost among Phi Slama Jama greats? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks NFL Draft Guru Joe DeLeone @JoeDeLeone (The Ruffino & Joe pod & A to Z Sports) who he sees the Texans targeting in the NFL Draft. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:30) Texans: Least Desperate of any NFL Team? (1:43) How should approach positions in draft? (4:16) Who could Caserio fall in love with at OT in 1st rd? (5:59) Potential Centers? (7:52) Potential Tight Ends? (10:37) Surprise that Texans are 13th in Super Bowl Odds? (13:21) Why are Chargers 5th in odds? (15:30) Potential DT's? (18:41) Potential LB's? (20:32) 4th Round steals? (22:01) DeMeco Culture! (23:26) Is Draft Class Perfect for Texans Needs? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst Clayton Anderson if the Rockets should trade for Giannis, what he thinks about likely Nuggets-Rockets 1st round matchup, if Sengun is out of his slump, if the team meeting was a little late, Sheppard surprising affect on the rotation & the Jabari rollercoaster. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:35) Initial Reax to Mannix Giannis report? (00:57) Giannis vs. Sengun Defense Analytics? (5:30) Giannis vs. Sengun Mid-Range Shot? (8:20) Should Rockets Deal for Giannis? (19:14) Will Rockets make Nuggets probable Playoff Match-Up Fun? (22:15) is Real Sengun Back? (25:00) Is Player Confidence Problem a Generational Thing? (30:00) Why no Team Meeting until Now? Who's Leader? (33:33) Secret Bonus of Sheppard Starting: Holiday? (37:30) Jabari: Jekyl & Hyde Killing Team? (39:40) Is Bari going towards Bench? (41:18) Celebrating Texans 25th Season: Seth Payne on his Expansion Draft Memories & his 'Odd Couple' relationship with Gary Walker Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Browns Insider Jake Burns (Bleav Host of Browns Film Breakdown) what the Texans will get from Wyatt Teller + his thoughts on the Tytus Howard trade, new Head Coach Todd Monken & Deshaun Watson making a comeback! Today's Show Presented by FanDuel! (00:26) Reaction to Wyatt Teller leaving Cleveland? (2:22) Are Teller's Skills Declined? (07:55) Did Browns Pass Blocking Make OL Hard Job? (10:19) Teller Reacts to Browns Mess! (14:19) Is Teller made for Texans? Did Browns Fans Love Him? (16:04) Browns Fan reax to Tytus Howard Deal? (18:10) Take on Browns New Coach Todd Monken? (19:59) AFC North Odds? Bengals a good bet? (22:06) Will Deshaun Watson Make Comeback? Subscribe ️ Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️ https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Sugar Land Space Cowboys Voice Gerald Sanchez @GeraldSanchezBB if the Astros lineup is underrated & who could be the biggest surprise this season. Plus, Who's more likely to make a comeback: Altuve or Walker? McCullers or Javier? We also hit on the Christian Roa story, Walker Janek's bright future & the potential of Blubaugh & Matthews. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:23) Space Cowboy Staff: Extra Astros Bullpen? (1:02) Miguel Ullola Ceiling? (1:53) Brice Matthews: All-Star Potential? (3:58) Better Stuff Now: McCullers or Javier? (6:54) Biggest Concern? (9:29) Biggest Surprise Player? (10:25) Christian Roa: Surprise Roster player? (12:07) Astros 7th Best Odds to win AL? (16:04) Altuve or Walker: More likely to have bounce back season? (16:57) Is Astros Lineup Underrated? (19:09) Can Secret Hitting issue last yr improve? (20:23) Blubaugh: Top 3 Stuff on Staff? (21:07) Biggest Spring Standout? (23:45) What does Everybody Loves Raymond, The Simpson & Cheers have to do with Gerald? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #astros #altuve #yordanalvarez Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst & Upside Swings Host Cooper Klein about Reed Sheppard's insertion into the starting lineup, Udoka's latest blunders, if Sengun is the odd man out among the young core, Durant passing Michael Jordan & if the Coogs National Title hopes look way better than a month ago. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:35) How's new starter Reed Sheppard looked? (2:41) Is Sheppard's passing best on Rockets? (5:51) Udoka's latest blunders! (8:12) Can we Blame Udoka for Terrible Bench? (11:59) Time to trade Sengun? (15:40) Would Sengun be hard to trade? (20:37) Durant vs. Michael Jordan: Who's more efficient? (25:24) UH Chris Cenac: Huge leap for Coogs? (26:47) Mercy Miller & Chase McCarty: Turned around UH bench? (28:10) Tugler: Staying out of Foul Trouble? (31:46) Emmanuel Sharp & Milos Uzan: Way better? (33:10) Can UH beat Illinois? Bad Matchup? (34:39) Who wins it all? Best Bet? (35:33) Is Darius Acuff moving up draft board? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #alperensengun #reedsheppard #rockets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets analyst (& Co-Host of The Bradeaux & Will Show) Bradeaux @BradeauxNBA if it's time for Udoka to go, Durant has killed Rockets chemistry, if the Rockets are at best 6th in the West, what they should do with Tari Eason this Summer & we look at one Rockets he's been a real positive. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:28) Time to Fire Udoka? (3:35) Bad team since Dec 1st? (4:20) Coaching Staff Fixes Nothing! (6:34) Udoka stuck in the 90's? (7:29) Rockets Future: Terrible vs. Rest of West? (11:17) Who can Udoka out-coach? (13:50) Will Fertitta accept this? Are Coaching Problems New? (17:36) Can Sheppard win 6th Man of Year? (20:24) Durant: Rockets Chemisty Killer? (27:05) Tari Eason: Worth Keeping? (31:40) Rocket who Improved more than we thought? (34:39) Steven Adams: Still underrated? (36:14) Sengun Agrees with Robert! Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #amenthompson #tarieason #kevindurant #rockets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Bleav in Colts Host Lawrence Owen if new Texans OT Braden Smith has show any decline the last couple years and how worried to be over his injury history. Plus, Owen gets into his strengths, his move from tackle to guard, the Colts extensions of Alec Pierce and Daniel Jones and how the Colts have been run since Jim Irsay's passing. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:24) Colts Fans Reax to Braden Smith leaving Indy? (00:59) What Can Texans Expect from Braden? (3:26) Is Braden better Tackle or Guard? (4:54) Are injuries causing Braden Decline? (6:37) Were Alec Pierce & Daniel Jones Extensions Too Much? (9:16) Was Sauce Gardner Trade Mistake? (10:50) Are Colts doing good in Free Agency? What do they need? (13:00) AFC South Odds: Should Colts be 3rd? (13:50) Difference in Colts since Jim Irsay's passing? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #bradensmith #danieljones #texans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Bleav in Astros Host Jeff Balke @JeffBalke if Cam Smith can make an All-Star jump, who'll be 5th starter, if Loperfido has earned a starting role, is trading Paredes a bad idea & if the Mariners are overrated. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (01:40) Astros Starting Pitchers: Big Spring? Framber Who? (3:36) Astros 5th Starter: McCullers, Arrighetti, Weiss or 6 man rotation? (7:55) Is Keeping Paredes Great Idea? (11:12) Loperido: Earned Starting Spot? Zach Cole: Not ready? (14:18) Taylor Trammell: Looks Different? Brice Matthews: One issue? (16:30) Cam Smith: Ready for All-Star Jump? (19:46) Are Mariners overrated? Should Astros be favorite? (22:51) Mariners Starting Pitching: Legit or Fake? (25:47) Altuve & Walker: Choke Issues? (27:02) Astros using Peña wrong? (29:41) Mariners Biggest Advantage in West Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #tatsuyaimai #CamSmith #IsaacParedes #astros Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Bleav in Lions Host Trevor Thompson about the Texans Free Agent pickups, RB David Montgomery & OL Evan Brown! Plus, he wonders if the Lions are in trouble after what they've done so far this offseason. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:35) Lions Fan Reaction to Montgomery leaving Lions (1:57) What makes Montgomery special? (3:36) Monty Weaknesses? (4:45) Is he declining? (5:34) Nickname 'Knuckles' Origin? (6:40) What does Monty bring off the field? (9:36) Can Scruggs help Lions Depleted OL? (13:15) Can Evan Brown help Texans? (14:39) Should Lions be 4th fav in NFC? (16:03) Can Lions new OC help with Ben Johnson gone? (17:28) Working with ex Texan Glover Quin Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #lions #davidmontgomery #evanbrown Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks 713 Football Hosts Leo & Josh about the Texans 1st week in Free Agency. Did they get it right with Braden Smith, Foster Moreau, Reed Blankenship, Logan Hall & Kai Kroeger - along with bringing back Ed Ingram, Trent Brown, Sheldon Rankins & MJ Stewart. Today's Show Presented by FanDuel! (00:30) Braden Smith: Great signing? (3:38) Why Re-sign Ingram & Trent Brown? (7:30) Did they miss on Cade Mays? (13:02) Reed Blankenship: Perfect Signing to Best NFL Secondary? (17:38) MJ Stewart: Underrated? (19:13) Foster Moreau: Does TE change Texans Offense? (23:50) Logan Hall & Domique Robinson: Can they replace Denico Autry? (28:05) Was bringing back Sheldon Rankins & Naquan Jones good enough? (31:00) Texans: No respect in Vegas in AFC Favorites? (32:43) Tommy Townsend for Kai Kroeger: Perplexing trade off? (35:45) David Montgomery: Better Signing by the day? (39:26) Caserio: Not a Trash OL Evaluator? (51:00) Low Key Caserio Moves? (51:45) Texans OG Targets Still Available? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #bradensmith #reedblankenship #loganhall #texans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Eagles Insider Mike Gill (who covered him for 97.3 FM ESPN in South Jersey) about Texans Free Agent Pickup Reed Blankenship. You'll hear about his strengths, weaknesses & fun back story. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:26) Eagles Fans Reaction to Blankenship loss? (2:04) Strengths & Weaknesses? (5:42) Recent Regression? (6:57) Durability? (9:40) Blankenship Podcast? (12:00) Reed's Personality? (14:01) CJ Gardner-Johnson Issues in Philly & Houston? (17:44) Eagles Free Agency so far? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #texans #reedblankenship #eagles Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst Cooper Klein where did the real Alperen Sengun go & what's happened to his game this year. Robert apologizes to Reed Sheppard & admits a mistake. Plus, what happened to the Terror Twins & the once great Rockets Defense? Today's Show Presented by FanDuel! (00:27) Why didn't Rockets Draft Wemby? (1:40) Did Rockets Cause Tanking? (2:35) Robert Apologizes to Reed Sheppard but wants a 'Thank You' (6:20) Please Start Reed Sheppard! (11:49) Sheppard: 6th Man of the Year? (14:25) What happened to Terror Twin? (18:00) Tari Eason: Awful Right Now? (21:02) What's Tari's Extension? (23:42) Real Reason Rockets Defensive Dropoff? (31:10) Time to move on from Udoka? (32:39) Rockets lost Fun Factor? (35:07) What is Wrong with Sengun? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #alperensengun #tarieason #amenthompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Bleav in Celtics Host Zach LeBlanc how Udoka got to the Finals in Boston and if Boston fans saw the same issues he's had with the Rockets. LeBlanc also looks at what's been different about the Celtics since Udoka left. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:30) Same Problems with Celtics & Rockets? (01:54) Celts Fanbase & Media Takes on Udoka's time in Boston? (5:00) Was Udoka also having Clutch issues with Celts? (6:59) Tone Deaf towards Offense in Boston? (9:21) Did Udoka have a Reed Sheppard in Boston? (11:43) Did Udoka overplay Tatum & Brown? (12:58) What would've happened if Udoka had stayed in Boston? (16:56) Coaching Differences between Udoka & Mazzulla? (18:16) Udoka's Failure to Develop Back of Bench & 2 way players? (21:46) Should Celts be Eastern Conference Favorites? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #imeudoka #rockets #celtics Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Texans Analyst, Dr. Roto Contributor & longtime Houston Sports Radio personality Jayson Braddock @JaysonBraddock about the Tytus Howard trade, the David Montgomery deal & the new CJ Stroud QB Coach. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (:27) Reax to Tytus Howard Trade? (1:54) Too Many New OL for Super Bowl Hopes? (4:07) Blake Fisher: New OT? Moving Ersery? (8:07) Reax to David Montgomery Deal? (12:54) Woody Marks vs. Montgomery skills? (15:26) What changes about Texans Draft? (21:10) Did Caserio get good value in trades? (25:15) Chargers: Better AFC Title odds than Texans? (26:25) Stroud's QB Coach Schiplinski replaces Jerrod Johnson? (28:06) Is John Carroll Pipeline bad idea? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #tytushoward #cjstroud #davidmontgomery Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst Bryson ‪@RedNationBlogga‬ if Jabari Smith is taking a leap, if Finney-Smith is a total bust, if Choke City is back & whether it's time to pull the plug on Udoka. Plus, will Cade Cunningham win the MVP & Bryson shares thoughts on the Kevin Durant Burner controversy. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:26) Jabari Smith: Is this Real? (2:05) Should Coaching Staff get Jabari more involved? (3:54) Is Choke City Back? (8:05) Is Offense Udoka's ONLY Problem? (10:02) Rafael Stone & Udoka: Not on Same Page? (13:48) Is Finney-Smith Total Bust? (20:40) Organization Roster Fail? (24:18) Who Wins NBA MVP? Will Cunningham shock odds? (27:28) Did Rockets Nearly Get Cade Cunningham? (30:15) Rockets NBA Draft Conspiracy? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #jabarismithjr #amenthompson #rockets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Texans Analyst, Dr. Roto Contributor & longtime Houston Sports Radio personality Jayson Braddock ⁨@JaysonBraddock⁩ how Stroud compares to Super Bowl Champ Sam Darnold, if Tank Dell can be counted on, what are good fits for Texans Free Agents & how good this draft is for the Texans urgent needs. Today's Show is Sponsored by FanDuel! (:34) How to approach NFL Combine? (2:07) Should Texans give Stroud Big Extension? (3:37) Stroud vs. Sam Darnold: Big Difference? (5:43) Most potential between Stroud & Darnold? (6:40) Texans Cap Casualties? (9:18) Ed Ingram worth $15M? Bring him back? (12:42) Potential Names for Texans in Free Agency? (17:45) Should Texans be favored in AFC South in '26? (20:03) Is '26 Draft Good for Texans Needs? (28:11) Popovich helps OL scouting? (29:46) Is Tank Dell a luxury? Can you count on him? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #cjstroud #texans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks USA Today's RocketsWire's Ben DuBose if the Rockets have a future Top 5 player on their roster, if their assets are still great & if Udoka can win a title. Plus, he gets into Kevin Durant's latest burner rumor & All-Star Weekend Reaction. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:24) All-Star Weekend Reaction! (5:00) Kevin Durant Burner Account: Big Deal? (8:38) Rockets Draft Assets: Overrated? (14:10) Sengun: Top 5 NBA Player Hope? (17:31) Amen Thompson: Top 5 NBA Player Hope? (24:01) Reed Sheppard: Top 5 NBA Player Hope? (29:55) Is Rockets over Hornets a good bet? (32:15) Udoka: Can he Win Title? (36:11) How do you watch Rockets Games Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #kevindurant #amenthompson #alperensengun #reedsheppard #rockets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Rockets Analyst Clayton Anderson if it's fair to criticize Durant, what the Rockets buyout options are, if Sengun needs to skip the All-Star game & how pivotal should this offseason be for Udoka. Today's Show Presented by FanDuel! (:20) Terrible End to Clips Game (1:34) Under Radar Bad Foul Call? (3:34) Must Front Office Put Pressure on Udoka in Offseason? (6:45) Rockets/Texans Don't Get It (13:03) Durant Critiques? (18:27) Should Nuggets be favored over Spurs for West Title? (20:27) Buyouts: Should Rockets get Eric Gordon or Lonzo Ball? (22:45) Time to give JD Davison Real Contract? (23:39) Potential Buyout Options: Chris Paul, D'Angelo Russell, Cole Anthony, Russell Westbrook, Khris Middleton & Doug McDermott (25:52) Should Sengun Skip All-Star Game? (27:58) Durant interviews Hakeem: Was it Fun? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #alperensengun #kevindurant #rockets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Astros Future Host & fellow Bleav Colleague Jimmy Price ⁨@AstrosFuture⁩ if he's worried about Josh Hader injury, if the Astros should've signed Verlander & he grades the offseason. Plus, he looks at the potential starting pitchers, the big Spring Training Storyline & under the radar prospects in Spring Training. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (:27) Should Astros have Signed Verlander? (2:24) Josh Hader Injury Panic? (3:57) Grading Offseason (6:36) Lefty OF Targets? (9:09) Does Paredes Trade have to happen? (12:18) Best Spring Training Storyline? (14:30) Astros Prospect to watch in Spring? (16:43) Astros 5th & 6th starting pitchers? (20:31) Who fills out Bullpen? (21:43) Is Cam Smith playing CF Bad Idea? (23:58) Should Jeremy Peña bat leadoff again? (25:43) Happy 50th Lance Berkman: Fav Big Puma Stories! (31:02) Final Thoughts: Strike looming, WBC Bad Idea Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #astros #justinverlander #jeremypena Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Texans Analyst Jacob Barzilla (with Texans Probe) about RB Free Agent options, Joe Mixon's real value, the rumored OL target & his case for & against CJ Stroud. Plus, he looks at frustration with Caserio's thought process & defends Nick Caley's season. Today's Show Presented by FanDuel! (1:00) Why not give up on Stroud? (2:22) Case against Stroud? (4:12) Who's to blame for Texans Run Game? (6:57) Top 3 Free Agent RB Options? (8:54) '24 Free Agent Choice cost Texans Super Bowl? (12:52) Will Seahawks cover Super Bowl Spread? (14:21) Texans Center Target Cade Mayes: Big upgrade over Andrews? (16:29) Tytus Howard: Guard or Tackle? (17:28) Argument for Nick Caley? (23:05) Caserio lies about '25 Draft Philosphy? (25:38) What has Caserio done right? (29:24) AFC South: Tougher? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS #cjstroud #joemixon #texans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.