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Are the Astros better off without Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, and Ryan Pressly? John Lopez makes the case, and ITL dives into the bold take. Plus, a new 15-year stat breakdown ranks NFL play-callers — what does Bobby Slowik's spot say about his future in Houston? Around The NFL includes a surprising 10-game suspension for FA kicker Justin Tucker, wide receiver market moves that could affect Nico Collins, and B Scott's reaction to the Rockets pulling off the KD trade. Reggie reviews Texans vs. Vikings film from Week 3, and the crew discusses athletes who were the perfect fit for their city, including Johni Broome and Cam Matthews. Figgy might be moving out of the city, and he brings a wild Mixtape featuring a failed murder plot by 5th graders, a former Rocket's ex-drama, and more. Plus, what are your reflections so far in this Astros season midway through?, and the QOTD: What's something you celebrate like a legit holiday, even if it's not one?

Are the Astros actually better off without Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, and Ryan Pressly? John Lopez says yes — and ITL dives into the take. Also, a new stat breakdown ranks the NFL's best and worst play callers of the last 15 years. Where does Bobby Slowik land, and what does it say about the Texans' future? QOTD: What's something you celebrate like a legit holiday, even if it's not one?

Around The NFL: Free agent kicker Justin Tucker gets a 10-game suspension, a Commanders WR wants a big payday — what does it all mean for Nico Collins and the Texans? Plus, B Scott shares his thoughts on the Rockets landing Kevin Durant. And in What's Popping: the latest from the worlds of sports and entertainment.

Reggie breaks down Week 3 of his Texans Film Recap series with a deep dive into the matchup vs. the Vikings. In Lunch-Time Confessions, Figgy's moving out of the city? Plus, which athletes were the perfect fit for the cities they played in? From Johni Broome heading to Philly to Cam Matthews signing a two-way deal with the Rockets, ITL explores some truly perfect matches.

The Astros are set to take on the Cubs this weekend — what are your reflections so far in the season? ITL breaks it down. Plus, in Figgy's Mixtape: a wild story about 5th graders caught in a failed murder plot, a former Rocket trying to protect his fingers from an ex, and more crazy headlines from around the way.

Figgy's Mixtape: A story on a crazy failed murder plot from 5th graders? Former Rocket is trying to protect his fingers from an ex, & more.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Figgy's moving out of the city?

Reggie's Texans Film Recap Week 3 vs the Vikings.

B Scott Thoughts: Reaction to the Rockets getting KD.

Around The NFL: FA Kicker Justin Tucker received a 10-game suspension by the NFL, Commanders WR looking for more money, What does this mean for Texans WR Nico Collins?

QOTD: What do you celebrate like a bona fide “real” holiday?

A statistician charted the best and worst play callers of the last 15 years. What does Slowik's ranking tell us?

Are the Astros better off without Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, and Ryan Pressly? John Lopez thinks so.

The Astros are surging and sending a message to the AL West — are they putting the entire league on notice? John Lopez shares his NBA Draft reactions with thoughts on the Rockets' moves and what stood out. QOTD: What's the weirdest way you've ever celebrated anything? Around The NFL covers Adrian Peterson's silence-breaking moment and former Steelers WRs stirring drama, while Rockets legend Calvin Murphy weighs in on the KD trade — is it championship or bust now? Reggie rewatches Week 2 vs. the Bears, Ed Oliver goes horseback riding (maybe), and ITL plays “Buy or Sell” with the latest sports buzz. Finally, which Houston team faces the biggest title hurdle, and what's the wildest story from Figgy's Mixtape? From NBA Draft fallout to courtroom surprises, ITL covers it all.

The Astros are hot — but is it for real? They're making statements in the AL West, and possibly sending a message to the rest of the league. Are they legit contenders again? Plus, passing thoughts on the NBA Draft: the Rockets were lurking, and John Lopez has plenty to say about what went down. What stood out most to you from draft night? QOTD: What's the weirdest way you've ever celebrated… anything? From random dances to oddball rituals, share your stories.

Former Steelers WRs stirring drama elsewhere? Adrian Peterson breaks his silence. Rockets legend Calvin Murphy shares thoughts on the KD trade & is it now championship or bust? Plus, What's Popping brings the latest buzz in sports & entertainment.

Reggie breaks down Week 2 vs. the Bears in his 2024 rewatch series. ITL Lunch-Time Confessions brings another round of honesty — including Ed Oliver riding horses? And in OG's Buy or Sell, the crew decides whether they're buying what people are doing out there.

Which Houston team has the biggest obstacle standing between them and a championship? ITL breaks it down. Plus, Figgy's Mixtape dives into more NBA Draft takeaways, a judge defending her defendant, and more wild stories from the sports and entertainment world.

Figgy's Mixtape: More NBA Draft takeaways, A judge taking up for her defendant, & more.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions, Ed Oliver riding horses?

Reggie's 2024 Rewatch: Week 2 vs the Bears.

Rockets Legend Calvin Murphy weighs in on the Rockets trading for KD. Is it championship or bust?

Around The NFL: Former Pittsburgh receivers drama elsewhere? Adrian Peterson breaks his silence & more.

QOTD: What's the weirdest way you celebrated anything whatsoever?

This Astros team is not a fluke, at least not yet. Are they putting the rest of the league on notice like they have the Mariners and the AL West?

How ‘bout an NBA Draft Passing Thoughts? John Lopez had plenty, given the Rockets were realistically involved. What stood out to you?

The Astros win behind an unexpected hero, Cooper Hummel — ITL reacts to the surprise and what it could mean going forward. Draymond Green heaps praise on Alperen Sengun — is the league finally catching up? The Texans release their training camp dates, including a Greenbrier trip, and PFF drops its Top 10 NFL Coaches list. Plus, Fred VanVleet signs a new deal with the Rockets. Reggie gives his takeaways from Week 1 vs Indy, Judge John Lopez returns to rule on wild sports stories, and Xavier Hutchinson shares thoughts on his playoff moment and the Texans' new offense. In Figgy's Mixtape: B. Simone stirs controversy, a bizarre injury coincidence 33 years apart, and more. QOTD: What's something you never finished — and do you regret it?

The Astros win... thanks to Cooper Hummel? ITL breaks down the surprise performance and what it means moving forward. Plus, Draymond Green gives Alperen Sengun big-time praise on The Pivot — is the league finally catching up to what Rockets fans already knew? QOTD: What's something you never finished — a project, a dream, a show, a meal — and do you regret it or not? The crew reflects on unfinished business.

Around The NFL: Texans announce their Training Camp dates — including time at The Greenbrier. Plus, Pro Football Focus drops its Top 10 NFL Coaches list… who made the cut? Breaking News: Fred VanVleet signs a new deal with the Rockets — ITL reacts and discusses what it means for the team's direction. Also, What's Popping delivers the latest buzz from the world of sports and entertainment.

Reggie gives his recap and key takeaways from Week 1 vs. Indy — what stood out, what needs fixing, and what's encouraging going forward. Then, in ITL Lunch-Time Confessions, Lopez has a new favorite linebacker. Plus, ITL heads to court, where Judge John Lopez presides over some of the wildest cases in sports and entertainment to deliver some overdue verdicts.

Texans WR Xavier Hutchinson joins Texans All Access to break down his big playoff moment and what fans can expect from the new-look offense in 2024. Plus, in Figgy's Mixtape: B. Simone is catching heat for her latest comments, a wild injury coincidence hits 33 years apart on the same date, and more off-the-wall headlines from the world of sports and beyond.

Figgy's Mixtape: B Simone getting a lot of smoke for something she said, crazy injury 33 years apart, exact same date, & more.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions: Lopez's Favorite Linebacker?

Reggie's recap of Week 1 vs Indy. What are his takeaways from it?

Breaking News: Fred VanVleet signs for a new deal with the Rockets.

Around The NFL: Texans Training Camp dates announced, and they are spending some time in the Greenbriar! Top 10 NFL coaches per PFF & more.

QOTD: What's something you never finished? Regrets or nah.

Draymond Green had some high praise for Sengun on The Pivot podcast.

Astros win on the strength of Cooper Hummel? ITL discusses.

John Lopez is back with bold takes on Kevin Durant and a fresh debate: does Rockets GM Rafael Stone deserve more credit than he gets? The Astros may be sitting in first, but is it as secure as it looks? ITL breaks it down. QOTD: What's the worst possible time you've dropped a cuss word? Around The NFL: Anthony Richardson says he's ready for camp, while Jets owner Woody Johnson is making moves in Premier League ownership. Plus, how should we really measure C.J. Stroud's growth in Year 2 — beyond stats? What's Popping has the latest from the sports and entertainment world. What still stands in the Rockets' way post-KD trade? ITL lays out the final hurdles. Plus, new collusion concerns in the NFL? The crew investigates. And in Lunch-Time Confessions, Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly get their flowers — Finally, a new list of top NFL offenses is out — where do the Texans rank, and is it fair? In Figgy's Mixtape: an ice rink fugitive update, smart ways to stay cool on a budget, and XXL's newest batch of rap rookies.

John Lopez is back with strong Kevin Durant takes — and some questions about how much credit Rafael Stone truly deserves. Are the Astros really as comfortably in first place as it looks? It might not be that simple. QOTD: What's the most unfortunate time you've ever accidentally dropped a cuss word?

Around The NFL: Anthony Richardson says his shoulder is ready for training camp, and Crystal Palace's John Textor agrees to sell his stake to the New York Jets' owner. Plus, how should C.J. Stroud's 2024 success be measured beyond just stats? What's Popping brings all the latest from sports and entertainment.