The Bench with John and Lance

John, Lance and Del open up the morning show talking news from Texans training camp, CJ Stroud's comments on offensive progress, pivotal NFL rookies, Astros loss and latest injury update.  Plus, the most expensive non-Uber ride. 

The guys talk Terry McLaurin and Micah Parsons trade requests, what to expect from the rookies this season, is Shedeur Sanders being set up to fail? The story of Astros vs Yankees and more.

In the final hour the guys discuss Astros 6-4 loss vs the Marlins, breakouts in Texans training camp, predictions for the upcoming NFL season, MLB's first female umpire, News of the Weird and more.

How many parents of quarterbacks do you actually know? The Preseason Coaches Poll officially released. Who's too high or too low and who's going to live up to expectations and who's bound to disappoint? Texas and Arch Manning set to face lots of high-powered obstacles. And stay tuned, the show wraps up with "News of the Weird."

Should the Astros bring in Ryan Pressly to be a "take one for the team guy?" Is the Texans' RB room destined for disaster and who is the odd man out? Who'd you rather in fantasy football: Christian Kirk or Jayden Higgins? And where should the Texans' WR's be drafted in fantasy?

Astros FINALLY get back in the win column after looking REAL GOOD against a hot Miami Marlins team. How optimistic are you regarding the success the Texans' run game saw after a scheme change late last season? Cam Robinson goes down during training camp and DeMeco Ryans claims the offense and defense are making each other better; but is that true...because the offense STINKS!!

- Texans offensive line is solidified  - Rankings of all NFL coaching staff - Story of kid getting left in an airport - Should an Ex be part of the family if they aren't a parent to a kid - Students in HISD are freaking out over the new no phones rule - Best training camp position battles for each team - Different bets happing with the WNBA bet going on - Why Vegas' sports betting numbers have gone down - News of the weird  

- Astros weekend recap - Vets need to step up - Is CJ Stroud fat? - Texans offensive line is being solidified - Only 1 player from last year's O-line for the upcoming year - Aireonte Ersery talks to the media - Cam Smith is in his slump

- Astros should be concerned about how its running  - Doug Mientkiewicz and Jeff Passan - Injuries have messed with Astros line up - Micha Parsons contract situation  - How much will the Texans starting offensive line work together ? 

The guys talk possible backup QB options for the Texans, Quinn Ewars training camp breakout, is Tua Tagovailoa in trouble? The latest blow to the Astros, Isaac Paredes possible return timeline.  Plus, who should enter the Texans Ring of Honor? 

John, Lance and Del talk the latest sounds from Texans training camp, Why CJ Stroud is not getting a ton of reps, Astros signing targets, is a Carlos Correa return possible?  Plus, the great Shannon Sharpe fumble. 

In the final hour John Chill joins to discuss fantasy league picks, best preseason bets and the year of the wide receivers.   And the guys talk fraudulent NBA titles, the Texans acronym, News of the Weird and more. 

John Granato and Lance Zierlein are back!  - Is the Texans having 7 new offensive line starters a good thing?  - Astros win! Mauricio Dubón on FIRE with base running! Jeremy Peña HIT!  - Dylan Cease in play for Astros?? Plus more trade deadline talk!  - Is Framber Valdez out of his element talking about this to Joe Espada? - Is Laken Tomlinson a good example of " Consistency is key"? 

John Granato and Lance Zierlein are back!  - John and Lance react to ESPN'S ranking of the best under 25 team talent!  - Tsunami coming and Oprah is in the middle of the conversation!?! - Who are the best play callers in the NFL?  - Who is the best quarterback against playoff teams in the regular season? 

John Granato and Lance Zierlein are back!  - Astros game last night got a little "hairy" but pulled through with a win! Full recap with John and Lance!  - Have you seen UH Football's BRAND NEW FACILITY?!?  - Is CJ Stroud worth 3 first round picks?  - What was THROWN at this WNBA game?! - News of the Weird! 

C.J. Stroud proves to be as great of a guy off the field as he is on the field. Framber NEEDS HELP!! The Astros don't have an issue giving up too many runs, their issue is that they can't afford to give up ANY runs!! The bats need to come back and they need to come back STRONG! And today's show wraps up with "News of the Weird."

The Astros finally score first, breaking their streak of letting up the first run. However, they still ended up with the loss. Can John and Lance help Sean Mapes find love with a celebrity? Christian Wilkins out of hand or are teammates overreacting? And do the Texans have a good enough backfield or do they need to look for more help after Mixon's injury?

Astros' losing streak now sits at 5 games. Are their recent struggles a real concern or will they brush over? Nick Kurtz is....the next Barry Bonds??! Was Ian Rapoport click baiting us with Mixon's injury news or is he trustworthy? And is the Texans' offensive line finally looking promising?

John Granato and Lance Zierlein are back with another episode!  - The Astros just can't seem to win at home. After the embarrassing loss to the Athletics, is there hope for the upcoming Washington series?  - Former Astros' Billy Wagner inducted into the Hall of Fame with no 'thank you' to John and Lance?! - Texans Talk: could Joe Mixon be out for week one? Nick Chubb doesn't look the same? - Your favorite segment is back! What Did You Learn This Weekend? 

John Granato and Lance Zierlein are back with another episode!  - What the heck is wrong with Christian Wilkins?  - Rockets' player Amen Thompson is a "throwback player" for Lance.  - Texans' Calen Bullock makes a BOLD statement. Do you agree?  - Texans will not be a "cookie cutter" offense...or so we're told.  - John and Lance weigh in on UH Football season! 

John Granato and Lance Zierlein are back with another episode!  - Coach Dave Aranda saying the "M" word?!  - Luka  Dončić on the cover of Men's Health with a new look!  - Stephen Curry offered a new opinion on player salaries! Should players get a cut of the team value when the team sells?  - Shemar Stewart signed this weekend with the Bengals and the crowd goes....mild. - News of the Weird! 

John and Lance talk about the sad loss of the Astros last night.  Reflecting on the life of Hulk Hogan. John and Lance talk BBL and head transplants.  Texans put Joe Mixon back on the list!  John and Lance talk MLB stats and who would be the best player to join the Houston Astros. 

Injuries and Predictions: Hear John and Lane's opinion C.J. Stroud speaks on the New rookies and their majority. He is in high hopes for their success, but are you? Will Kunkel joins the guys and gives us all the tea about Training camp.

Your favorite segment," What did you learn this week?"  John and Lance cover some interesting topics like movies and the Morris Brothers beating up their mom's boyfriend...You aren't going to want to miss this!

In hour one John, Lance and Del talk the Astros sweep of the Diamonds, is Joe Espada manager of the year? the Brandon Walter breakout and more.

The guys talk Jalen Green's recent interview, CJ Stroud's off-season, Sheduer Sanders under pressure, Is Victor Caratini MLB's player of the month? Plus, Caitlyn Clark and the WNBA

John Chill joins the guys to discuss fantasy league draft picks, college football teams to look out for, Texans vs Ravens defense and more.

- Brice Matthews and others under 24 have been outstanding - Yesterdays Astros win  - Which was better? The double play or home runs yesterday - Astros injury list -  Josh Okogie, another Rockets pick up - Ozzy Osbourne's passing - Del is for the cougars - Micah Parsons contract situation - Astros have such a great  locker room

- List of most overrated and underrated NFL teams - The offensive line may be the reason Texans may not succeed this season -  Getting callers in! - Cam Smith for rookie of the year? - Astros injuries - Are the Astros already planning for Framber's departure? - Is Framber the salt of the team?

- MLB player names - Best Astros line up - Dusty Baker and Joe Espada coaching differences  - What is the record for most players on the injury list - Blessing and curse of keeping Astros players - When was the last time a Latin American pitcher was the face of pitching staff? - If Framber stays will he still be the face of Astros pitching?  - Adin Ross went off on LeBron - News of the weird

- Astros weekend recap - Hunter Brown seems to not be so hot - Is Lance McCullers the first to go? - Who is this Taylor Trammell?! - Texans last rookie signing  - NFL PA news - Texans female flag football win a title - Scottie Scheffler, open Champion! - Pettiness in the WNBA all-star game - What did you learn this weekend in one sentence?

- Astros are sort of bouncing back from their slump - Christian Walker is looking good! - Jon Singleton is back on the roster - Who is the hottest team in MLB? - Gabe Davis is 26 and being released  - First to worst, Most explosive NFL offense in 25' - CJ Stroud has to play better with this offense line - Texans offensive line