KHOU 11 Sports Extra

It's the bye week for the Texans. A time for the team to do some self-scouting. At 1-8, what do the Texans do well? The Rockets' dismal start: as expected or worse than expected? Will Steve Sarkisian end up a one-and-done coach at Texas? Kim Davis, host of 'Chalk Talk' helps us with those topics. Former Texan Seth Payne recalls a story about the 2005 Texans; kicker Chris Brown; and fans hoping Houston could select Reggie Bush in the upcoming draft. Sports Extra (November 14), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, and Daniel Gotera.

Our way-too-early predictions for the ALDS with former major league scout Jeremy Booth. The Bills are a 17-point favorite over the Texans. Plus, Deshaun Watson is the most disliked NFL player in the state of Texas. Stanley Floyd, a former UH track star, sets his sights on making the Houston Oilers in 1985. Sports Extra (September 26), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, and Daniel Gotera.

Did we learn anything new from the Texans' third and final preseason game of 2021? Ron 'The Show' Hughley from SportsRadio 610 address that and which player could be a surprise cut on Tuesday, when NFL teas must reduce their rosters to 53 players. Justin Reid was used for kickoffs by the Texans on Saturday. Which other Texans do we want to see utilized as 'specialists' in case of an emergency? Boxer Giovanni Marquez, son of former world champ Raul Marquez, recently won a national Golden Gloves of America championship. Sports Extra (August 22), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, and Daniel Gotera.

We're filling out our own Texans' 'preseason satisfaction survey' with SportsRadio 610's Landry Locker and Brandon Scott. Does Houston need a hockey team?  Sports Extra (August 22), featuring Jason Bristol and Daniel Gotera.

What did we learn from the Astros' intense series in Los Angeles against the Dodgers? Former MLB scout Jeremy Booth weighs in and also helps us measure our confidence in Houston's revamped bullpen. Daniel Gotera has the story of a University of Houston program helping athletes 8000 miles away. Our biggest takeaways from the first ten days of Houston Texans' training camp. Sports Extra (August 8), featuring Jeremy Booth, Jason Bristol, Matt Musil and Daniel Gotera.

What's the reaction of Texas fans in Austin as the Longhorns try to reportedly jump from the Big 12 to the SEC? KVUE-TV's Jeff Jones joins the panel. Former big league scout Jeremy Booth predicts whether the Astros will make a move ahead of Friday's trade deadline. Instant reaction from Deshaun Watson's surprising arrival at Texans training camp. Sports Extra (July 25), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil and Daniel Gotera.

A talented teen from the Houston area is taking the road less traveled. Is it a gamble to bypass college and go straight to the professional league in...Puerto Rico? Is the Sports Extra team convinced the Astros are the best team in the American League, after Houston sweeps Chicago in a four-game series at Minute Maid? Where will Houston end up picking in the NBA Draft? It's our fearless predictions ahead of Tuesday's draft lottery. Sports Extra (June 20), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil and Daniel Gotera.

What should have Gerrit Cole said when asked about possibly using spider tack? Jeremy Booth says he has no issue with how Cole handled himself. Is it a bad look for the Texans to not hold a mandatory minicamp? Former professional lineman Garrick Jones of Houston is our special guest. Sports Extra (June 13), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil and Daniel Gotera.

Which Houston sports team reunion would you want to crash? Kim Davis of Chalk Talk provides her pick. The Sports Extra team also predicts whether the Julio Jones trade has won the division for Tennessee. Matt Musil catches up with former NFL coach Kevin Gilbride and Chinedu does his best Dusty Baker impression. Locked on Rockets podcast host Jackson Gatlin joins the show to help us decide which former Rockets player Houston fans should most root for during the NBA playoffs. Sports Extra (May 30), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, Chinedu and Daniel Gotera.

How many members of our team have pushed the panic button on the Astros' beleaguered bullpen? Can a mother of four be the best in the world at her sport? One tells Matt Musil, 'Why not?' One of the best hitters on the San Jac baseball team was indirectly helped by an All-Star on the Astros. What is something in sports you know isn’t important which still gets you irrationally upset? Sports Extra (May 30), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, Jeremy Booth and Daniel Gotera.

Would you rather have Kershaw or Greinke? Own the Dash & Dynamo soccer clubs or hold $400 million in Google stock? Keep the NBA's play-in tournament or go back to the old way of seeding teams? Plus, Matt Musil on the Rockets' new team president and her place as just the fourth woman in the NBA to hold that position. Daniel Gotera introduces us to a young gymnast flying high at the age of six. Sports Extra (May 23), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, Jeremy Booth and Daniel Gotera.

One-quarter into the season, how should the Astros be graded? Grading the graders is former big league scout Jeremy Booth. We're closing the book on the Rockets' season by writing the last sentence of the final chapter.  Retiring Rockets broadcaster Bill Worrell tells Matt Musil why he knows now is the best time to leave the booth. Sports Extra (May 16), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, Jeremy Booth and Daniel Gotera.

Which opponent should kick off the the Texans' 2021 season? We'll find out Wednesday when the NFL releases its schedule. In the meantime, Brandon Scott of SportsRadio 610 also helps us decide which home game will be the most intriguing one. Sports Extra (May 9), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil and Daniel Gotera.

How did the  Houston Texans do with their five picks in the 2021 NFL Draft? Not well, according to Pro Football Focus senior college analyst Anthony Treash. In another extended segment, former Texan Seth Payne helps us figure out which AFC South rival's draft class should Houston fans fear the most? Sports Extra (May 2), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil, Seth Payne and Daniel Gotera.

What will the Houston Texans do with their first pick in the 2021 NFL Draft? Kim Davis from #ChalkTalk also provided the names of the prospect she's most intrigued by and the Sports Extra team also looks at sports rules we wish would return in 2021. Jason Bristol profiles new Houstonian Maulana Dotch, the first Black woman PGA member to serve as a general manager of a golf facility. Sports Extra (April 25), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil and Daniel Gotera.

How will much of an ovation will A.J. Hinch receive when he returns to Minute Maid Park on Monday as manager of the Tigers? Plus, what's been the biggest surprise within the Astros during the season's first nine games, according to Jeremy Booth?  When will the Rockets become relevant again? Jackson Gatlin, host of the Locked on Rockets podcast, is our guest. Chinedu turns to the Space Jam movie to help the Rockets.  A member of Baylor's 1948 Final Four team reacts to the Bears' 2021 title. Sports Extra (April 11), featuring Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth, Chinedu and Daniel Gotera.

Which team wins the NCAA Tournament: Baylor or Gonzaga? Kris Gardner from The Houston Roundball Review helps us with that question, as well as which college basketball program in Texas may be the best in the new few years. Carlos Correa turning down a $125 million contract extension: Good idea or bad idea by the Astros' shortstop, according to KHOU 11 analyst Jeremy Booth? Matt Musil reflects on the last University of Houston team to make the Final Four, the 1984 Phi Slama Jama squad. Which Houston pro basketball team had almost zero fans? Sports Extra (April 4), featuring Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil.

SiriusXM radio host Mike Meltser, a Houston lawyer, on what could be happening inside both legal camps during the Deshaun Watson saga. What can Houston fans expect from the Beavers? Orlando Sanchez from KGW-TV in Portland provides a scouting report. A member of the Houston Dash is talking to us about a topic she believes people need to talk about more: mental health. Daniel Gotera takes a deep dive into the "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match and Chinedu goes searching for help for the Rockets. Sports Extra (March 28), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil.

The Texans have made a lot of moves. But are they good ones? Anthony Treash from Pro Football Focus provides a couple the names of a couple of players which should make the Texans better. Prairie View A&M head coach Byron Smith, a former Houston player, helps the Sports Extra break down the Cougars' 63-60 win over Rutgers. Sports Extra (March 21), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil.

Which teams could make the Final Four? Which ones make pull of the big upsets? Rice coach Scott Pera gives us his insight. Astros general manager James Click is the show's other featured guest. Sports Extra (March 14), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil.

Which fan base should feel the best heading into March Madness? Could the controversy involving the 'Eyes of Texas' hurt recruiting for the Longhorns football program? Brandon Scott of SportsRadio 610 joins the conversation. Former major league scout Jeremy Booth provides insight on what Astros fans can expect from new pitcher Jake Odorizzi. Sports Extra (March 7), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Jeremy Booth.

J.J. Watt is heading to Arizona. SportsRadio 610 host and former Texan Seth Payne and 12 News' Cameron Cox join Jason Bristol as all three provide instant reaction to the news. Plus, can an 8-8 team get Watt to a Super Bowl? Watch: https://youtu.be/MuLrJLsJx1o  

Which position on the Astros does our team have its eyes on? A senior fitness buff doesn't let age stop him, reports Daniel Gotera. How is the Prairie View A&M football team preparing for a spring football season? After a 49-point loss, what should the Rockets now do: blow it up; stay the course or try something different? Sports Extra (February 28), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, David Gotera, Matt Musil and Jeremy Booth.

Which front office is best-equipped for future success? Kim Davis of Chalk Talk provides her best guess. Former Texan Seth Payne predicts where J.J. Watt may end up. How does it compare to the oddsmakers in Vegas? What does an record-breaking angler do during a pandemic? Keep breaking records, according to Daniel Gotera. Sports Extra (February 21), featuring Jason Bristol, David Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

Is it time to use the panic button on the Texans-Deshaun Watson fiasco? Which Super Bowl prop bets are we most looking forward to? Comedian Chinedu has a lot to say about the current state of the Texans. KHOU 11 News mental health and wellness expert Bill Prasad takes a closer look at fan involvement during the pandemic. Sports Extra (January 31), featuring Jason Bristol, David Gotera, Chinedu and Seth Payne.

The KHOU 11 Sports team has instant reaction to the Texans' introductory news conference of David Culley as head coach; as well as general manager Nick Caserio stating Houston will not be trading 'the player' instead of referring to Deshaun Watson by name.

With Deshaun Watson reportedly requesting a trade from the Texans, what advice would Hall of Famer Warren Moon give Watson? Moon speaks to KHOU 11's Matt Musil, who's known Moon for more than 30 years.

What is one word to describe the action from Championship Sunday in the NFL? Is there hope for Texans-Deshaun Watson relationship after another report about Watson's discontent? KHOU 11 baseball analyst Jeremy Booth explores the options the Astros have when it comes to replacing George Springer in the outfield. Sports Extra (January 24), featuring Jason Bristol, David Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne. (Note: This Sports Extra was shortened due to a special episode of The Late, Late Show with James Corden.)

Are Deshaun's days numbered as a member of the Texans? Will Houston have a new head coach by week's end? Former Texan Seth Payne from SportsRadio 610 helps us understand all the ongoing drama at NRG. The Athletic's Alykhan Bijani previews what a Rockets club will now look like with Victor Oladipo. A summer tradition in Sugar Land is now coming to an end with the beginning of the Astros' affiliation with the Skeeters. But one player will never forget his yearly reunions with his hero. Sports Extra (January 17), featuring Jason Bristol, David Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

Which movie matches the Texans' 2020 season?  Our team uses a crystal ball to make our fearless predictions for 2021. A Houston Dash player, Daniel Gotera reports, is eager for the new year after riding a roller coaster of emotions this past year. Sports Extra (January 3), featuring Jason Bristol, David Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

The one thing we want to see from the Texans before their season ends? Ron 'The Show' Hughley from SportsRadio 610 joins the conversation. Fill in the blank: James Harden will be playing for ____ come playoff time? Our answers on this episode of Sports Extra. Sports Extra (December 20), featuring Jason Bristol, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

A lousy Sunday ends another bad week for the Texans. Are we surprised Jack Easterby still has a job after Sports Illustrated's recent cover story? Seth Payne and #ChalkTalk's Kim Davis help us make sense of it all.  What kind of leader is John Wall? Bryan Oringher (@ScoutwithBryan on Twitter), the former video coordinator of the Washington Wizards, worked with Wall for years.  Think you know everything about Texans running back David Johnson? Its the positive impact he's making off the field as our Hometown MVP. How does one become a sports broadcaster? Bill Brown, the former voice of the Astros, offers insight from dozens of play-by-play announcers in his new book, Sportscasting 101. Sports Extra (December 13), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera and Seth Payne.

How do you explain what happened in the Texans' 26-20 loss to Indianapolis? We have one word to describe the game with help from SportsRadio 610's Brandon Scott. Rockets reporter Adam Spolane of SportsRadio 610 helps us make sense of James Harden not reporting for the first day of Rockets' practice. Comedian Chinedu looks into why getting out of Houston is the 'in' thing right now for sports stars. Former MLB scout Jeremy Booth believes the Toronto Blue Jays may be the perfect place for free agent George Springer.   Sports Extra (December 6), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, Daniel Gotera and Seth Payne.

Which player would the Texans turn to if all of the team's quarterbacks were unable to play due to COVID-19 concerns? Landry Locker of SportsRadio 610 joins the gang to debate that and the keys to Houston beating the Colts next Sunday at NRG. Which Houston legend would you to return to his prime so he or she could play today?  Comedian Chinedu offers virtual therapy for Houston sports fans.   Sports Extra (November 29), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

Will James Harden and Russell Westbrook both remain with the Rockets come Christmas day? Alykhan Bijani of The Athletic provided his insight as the SportsExtra team makes its predictions. Why does Seth Payne believe Deshaun Watson played his most complete game of the season Sunday in Houston's win over New England? What does a new brand identity for Houston Dynamo FC mean for the product on the field? Head coach Tab Ramos offers his take in his own words. Sports Extra (November 22), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

One man treats the world as his playground. Daniel Gotera has the story of a parkour athlete who doesn't look at obstacles as obstacles. The Texans lose again. Seth Payne feels the team is missing something which begins with a capital 'D.' The team president of the Texans has a new book on leadership and we have an invite to a special birthday party for a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Sports Extra (November 15), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

What happened before and after the Texans' 27-25 win over Jacksonville was more interesting than the game itself.  Former Texan Seth Payne and the team digests everything about the newsmakers: J.J. Watt, Deshaun Watson and Will Fuller. Jason Bristol goes inside the mind of one of the top hitting prospects available in the 2021 First-Year Player Draft, Colton Cowser of Sam Houston State. Plus, its our midseason favorites in the NFL. Sports Extra (November 8), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

The Texans' 2020 draft picks have hardly seen the field. Is that a sign of how poor this five-player class is? Pro Football Focus senior college analyst Anthony Treash wasn't thrilled with the class to begin with (https://youtu.be/k-ZMMYpKL54). While he isn't ready to give up on this group yet, the early returns are pointing to something historic - in a bad way. Seth Payne and the team vote on which rookie may make the biggest impact during the Texans' final nine games. Daniel Gotera has the story of why one boxing club is still standing after taking a punch from the pandemic.  Sports Extra (November 1), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

What should frustrate Texans fans more during this 1-6 season: the offense or the defense? Seth Payne also gives a dream deal the Texans should take if offered before the trade deadline. Chalk Talk's Kim Davis helps grade the tenure of Daryl Morey with the Rockets. Chinedu needs a counselor during this bizarre time in Houston sports. Sports Extra (October 18), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

The Texans almost beat one of the best teams in football. Should Houston fans embrace what's ahead or dread the future? How are we writing the last sentence of the book on the 2020 Astros? A young phenom from The Woodlands is possibly America's next great Formula 1 driver. Sports Extra (October 18), featuring Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.    

How many positives are there after the Astros lose Game 1 of the ALCS to the Rays, 2-1? What was different with the Texans in their first game since the firing of Bill O'Brien? SportsRadio 610 host and former Texan Seth Payne compares his list to our's. Sports Extra (October 11), featuring Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth, Chinedu, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

Are the Houston Texans' problems fixable after an 0-4 start? Ron Hughley from SportsRadio 610 joins former Texan Seth Payne diagnose everything which is wrong with Bill O'Brien's club. Matt Musil catches up with a former Texan who's gone from the gridiron to golden arches. What will the Astros have to get out of their pitching staff during the ALDS? Former scout Jeremy Booth weighs in. Sports Extra (October 4), featuring Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.  

We have three reasons why the Houston Astros are the team no one wants to play in the AL playoffs. Former big league scout Jeremy Booth helps choose the winner between the Twins and Astros. Which team is the real Houston Texans? Seth Payne picks between the Texans we witnessed during the first half of Sunday's game with Pittsburgh or the one which was held scoreless in the second half. Sports Extra (September 13), featuring Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

The Texans are 0-2 after losing to Baltimore. How confident are Houston fans the team can beat Pittsburgh in Week 3? Daniel Gotera profiles the Charlo twins prior to their PPV doubleheader on September 26. Sports Extra (September 13), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

Will the Houston Rockets be better, the same or worse with Mike D'Antoni no longer coaching the team? The Texans are 0-1 after losing the NFL's opener to Kansas City. What do we know for sure about the Texans after that one game?  Former Texan Seth Payne from SportsRadio 610 has looked at the film and sees one area where Bill O'Brien's team needs to improve to have any chance of beating Baltimore. Sports Extra (September 13), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Seth Payne.

What's next for athletes in the quest for social justice? Chalk Talk's Kim Davis provides her take. A Houston man met Michael Jordan 30 years ago thanks to KHOU 11's Matt Musil. How did the encounter come to be?  Major League Baseball's trade deadline is Monday. What area should the Astros focus on in their quest to return to the World Series? Former major league scout Jeremy Booth also comments on the hot hitting of Kyle Tucker. Sports Extra (August 23), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, Matt Musil and Jeremy Booth.

Which team would you prefer the Rockets face in the second round: Blazers or Lakers? Rockets analyst Alykhan Bijani from The Athletic has his answer; as well as the biggest surprises through three games of Houston's series with Oklahoma City. Referees are people, too. NFL official Walt Anderson relives some of his greatest memories before moving into the league's front office. How is the pandemic affecting athletes' mental health? KHOU 11's Bill Prasad, a licensed counselor, is looking into the short- and long-term effects. Should Dusty Baker be considered for manager of the year in the American League? Sports Extra (August 23), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil

To play or not to play? We cover the college football argument from all sides with N.D. Kalu of SportsTalk 790. Does he believe the Big 10 and Pac-12 were too quick to decide to postpone their respective seasons? Russell Westbrook is out for Game 1 of Houston's playoff series with Oklahoma City. What are three things the Rockets have to have to go deep into the postseason, according to play-by-play announcer Craig Ackerman? Comedian Chinedu re-imagines Case Keenum's career with the Houston Texans. Sports Extra (August 16), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil

As the Houston Astros have lost five straight, which area should concern fans most: The club's (lack of) hitting; starting pitching or relief pitching? Former major league scout Jeremy Booth offers his take and breaks down the Astros' brawl with the Oakland A's. The market for sports cards has exploded and prices are skyrocketing. What's the cause and could the bubble burst? Rich Mueller, editor and founder of the Sports Collectors Daily website, knows the hobby better than almost anyone. Matt Musil relives Hal Sutton's PGA Championship victory and Daniel Gotera profiles an Olympic athlete who's undergone knee surgery after knee surgery after knee surgery. Sports Extra (August 9), featuring Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil    

What will Houston Astros' home games be like with no crowd? Todd Kalas, the television voice of the club, isn't sure, as he tells the Sports Extra crew. Former Rocket Kenny Smith, now a Turner analyst, has his opinions on which clubs will fare the best during the NBA's restart. He's also introducing a new basketball academy on-line, as Daniel Gotera reports. Pro baseball players not in the majors have few places to go. The Pecos League, however, is using Houston as its central location and it's one pitcher's DNA and not his ERA which makes him the circuit's most interesting player. Sports Extra (July 19), featuring Jason Bristol, Daniel Gotera, and Matt Musil.

How confident are we that the Astros will begin playing July 24, considering Houston has had two workouts canceled due to COVID-19 concerns? Ron "The Show" Hughley from SportsRadio 610 also helps breakdown what a Deshaun Watson contract extension could look like after the agreement made by Kansas City and quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Comedian Chinedu runs down his list of the top five quarterbacks in the history of the Houston Texans. He has a lot of laughs doing so, as well. How confident should Houston be leading up to FIFA's host city announcement for the 2026 World Cup? Houston 2026 World Cup Bid Committee President Chris Canetti answers that question for Daniel Gotera. Sports Extra (July 12), featuring Jason Bristol, Chinedu, and Daniel Gotera.