Podcast appearances and mentions of John Lopez

Is Jabari Smith Jr. shaping up to be a bargain or a disappointment for the Rockets? ITL debates his trajectory so far. In Lunch-Time Confessions, is John Lopez dropping subtle divorce hints? Things get real. Plus, Dynamo midfielder Jack McGlynn joins the show to talk soccer, Houston, and more

In honor of Lee Elia's legendary tirade, John Lopez reveals his Top 10 all-time sports rants — from epic meltdowns to unforgettable soundbites. Then, in Figgy's Mixtape: It's National Slurpee Day, a man loses it after an employee compliments his wife, and a vegetarian wedding sparks a debate — is that fair to guests?

The Astros call up Brice Matthews — is it a sign of faith or a desperate move amid the injury crisis? ITL weighs in and looks ahead to what the Texans offense must deliver this season. Plus, what event — sports or not — would you blow a fortune on just to be there? It's Brewster's Millions, ITL-style. Jessie Watt from Mix 96.5 crashes the NFL talk for a great cause, while ESPN gives the Texans a B+ offseason grade — is that a fair take? Also: lingering fireworks drama and What's Popping in the world of sports and entertainment. Jabari Smith Jr. has fans torn — bargain or bust? John Lopez might be dropping some unexpected confessions during Lunch-Time Confessions, and Dynamo midfielder Jack McGlynn checks in to talk Houston and more. To close the show, in honor of Lee Elia's classic meltdown, Lopez reveals his Top 10 sports rants of all time. And in Figgy's Mixtape: Slurpee Day celebrations, a furious husband defends his wife's beauty, and a vegetarian wedding causes controversy.

John Lopez found some future NFL bets. Which ones are you taking?

Around The NFL: The NFLPA plans to appeal the arbitrator's collusion ruling — what could that mean for future contracts and player power? Bucs LT Tristan Wirfs is out for the Texans game, and Charlie Heck is likely stepping in — is that a break for Houston? Plus, John Lopez has uncovered some intriguing future NFL bets… which ones are you taking? What's Popping wraps up the hour with the latest from the world of sports and entertainment.

Jake Meyers becomes the latest name in the Astros' injury saga, while Christian Walker returns to the lineup — can he provide the boost Houston needs? Plus, the crew reacts to personal moments of being completely unqualified in this morning's QOTD. Around The NFL, the NFLPA appeals the collusion ruling, and Bucs LT Tristan Wirfs is officially out against the Texans — with Charlie Heck expected to fill in. Also, John Lopez has some spicy NFL future bets. Which ones are worth your money? The Astros' injury drama with Jake Meyers. Who was wrong here, and why is this such a bad look for the Astros? In Lunch-Time Confessions, Luke Mauro's hair becomes the main topic. And in OG's Buy or Sell, the crew debates what trends and stories are worth believing. NFL Top 10 Safeties - more good news for the Texans. ITL debates. Then in Figgy's Mixtape: a wild Red Lobster review, Cinnamon Toast Crunch with bacon?! And the crew breaks down the greatest cereals of all time.

Seth and Sean are pretty sure Jose Altuve will have his number retired when the time comes. They assess if any other "Golden Era" Astros should get that treatment, hear from Larry in Stafford, and talk with John Lopez and Luke Mauro about nicknames as part of today's question of the day.

Seth and Sean power rank the MLB power rankings from various outlets based on how high they put the Astros, dive into what Rockets GM Rafael Stone had to say about trading away Jalen Green and Cam Whitmore, as well as bringing in Clint Capela, discuss what Zoltán Buday wrote about the Texans' o-line when ranking them last in the NFL, and see what John Lopez and Luke Mauro have for the question of the day.

Seth and Sean kick off the show talking about the Astros losing to the Guardians 7-5 with a very inexperienced lineup out there, what Rockets GM Rafael Stone had to say about trading away Green and Whitmore while bringing in Capela, go through the day's rather sparse Headlines, discuss Joe Mixon making ESPN's Anonymous Executives' top 10 list of RBs, which other Texans they're expecting to make other positions' lists, how NFL teams will try to stop Travis Hunter as a 2-way player by running him ragged, react to others being petty and get petty themselves in the Petty Cast, dive into some leftovers that didn't quite make the Petty Cast, lay out some very impressive stats since certain dates for Astros players, power rank the MLB power rankings from various outlets based on how high they put the Astros, circle back to what Rockets GM Rafael Stone had to say about trading away Jalen Green and Cam Whitmore, as well as bringing in Clint Capela, discuss what Zoltán Buday wrote about the Texans' o-line when ranking them last in the NFL, and see what John Lopez and Luke Mauro have for the question of the day.

The Radiothon rolls on as Clint Stoerner joins Reggie & Ron live in studio for some midday fun and football talk — all for a great cause. Plus, a surprise call-in from John Lopez adds extra energy to the mix. The mission stays the same: raising food and funds for the Houston Food Bank. Tap in, donate, and be part of something bigger!

Jabari Smith Jr. secures the bag! ITL with Reggie, Figgy, and Criss Partee (in for John Lopez) reacts to the extension and what it means for the Rockets' future. The Astros take 2 of 3 from the Cubs — how dominant has their pitching been lately? QOTD: What's your all-time favorite sports quote? From legends to laughs, the crew shares theirs.

Jabari “Bari” Smith Jr. gets his bag, and ITL with Reggie, Figgy & Criss Partee (in for John Lopez) reacts to the Rockets locking in one of their core pieces. The Astros win 2 of 3 against the Cubs — has the pitching quietly been the MVP lately? Around the NFL, Jalen Ramsey is headed to Pittsburgh, and Rockets trade rumors are swirling again. Reggie breaks down Texans-Jags Week 4 tape, T-Mac's place in today's NBA is debated, and Figgy's Mixtape features Beyoncé “Sittin Sideways” in H-Town and wild headlines from Orleans Parish. QOTD: What's your all-time favorite sports quote?

Jabari “Bari” Smith Jr. gets paid! ITL with Reggie, Figgy & Criss Partee in for John Lopez reacts to the extension and what it means for the Rockets.

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

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?

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?

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

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.

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.

John Lopez is back & he has Kevin Durant takes! Should we give more credit to Rafael Stone?

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?

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.

ESPN dropped its All-Quarter Century NFL Team — and only one-and-a-half Texans made the cut. John Lopez unveils his own Texans All-Quarter Century roster and what it says about the franchise's highs and lows. Plus, in ITL Lunch-Time Confessions, Figgy gives a heartfelt shoutout to the unsung heroes of summer: the landscaping crews. And with T.J. McConnell gaining Finals MVP momentum if the Pacers win, we ask: who are the real MVPs in your personal sports history? From glue guys to game-changers, ITL shows them love.

ESPN gave us its All-Quarter Century Team. One-and-a-half Texans made the squad. John Lopez put together the Texans' All Quarter Century Team. What does it tell us?

John Lopez, Luke Mauro, and producer Collin Neill take part in the Question of the Day!

John Lopez, Luke Mauro, and producer Collin Neill bring their latest Lunchtime Confessions!

John Lopez takes over for Figgy on Figgy's Mixtape as he educates Luke Mauro & producer Collin Neill on Juneteenth Music Significance and more!

John Lopez & Luke Mauro have some more thoughts on the Texans signing Damon Arnette coming off the heels of John McClain's thoughts. Later, John Lopez takes over for Figgy on Figgy's Mixtape as he educates Luke Mauro & producer Collin Neill on Juneteenth Music Significance and more! And as the show ends, last words on Astros.

John Lopez & Luke Mauro begin the show reacting to the Astros thromping the A's. Plus, they devise a weird connection between the Boston Red Sox trading Rafael Devers and the Houston Texans trading Laremy Tunsil. Then it is onto the Question of the Day: What Is A Sports Moment of Your OWN That Haunts You? The guys then go Around the NFL! Plus, they discuss the Los Angeles Lakers being sold and how it connects to what the Texans could do. Later, What's Poppin' starts with breaking news as Ime Udoka and the Houston Rockets agreed to a contract extension. Up next, they discuss the unlucky breaks the Astros have been dealt, but still continue be one of the best teams in baseball. Later on, joined by producer Collin Neill, they give their latest Lunchtime Confessions. Plus, you buying or selling?!?! In the last hour, the guys have some more thoughts on the Texans signing Damon Arnette coming off the heels of John McClain's thoughts. Later, John Lopez takes over for Figgy on Figgy's Mixtape as he educates Luke Mauro & producer Collin Neill on Juneteenth Music Significance and more! And as the show ends, last words on Astros.

ITL goes to court and the Honorable Judge John Lopez. Owners wearing a headset on the sidelines?

Seth and Sean try to get Houston to assemble and vote for our Astros to make the All-Star game, discuss Framber getting the start this evening, and why John Lopez says he feels like a failure in the toss.

OH MY, H-TOWN- Tush Push Emotions Runnin' HIGH Tuesday! Ron 'THE SHOW' vs In the Loop's OG John Lopez FIGHT!! full 987 Tue, 20 May 2025 21:06:28 +0000 1cfLVpTmlMZHxSoigTsLWDOrTADu9CWW nfl,jalen hurts,houston texans,eagles,demeco ryans,tush push,nfl news,nfl rules,texans,stroud,brotherly shove,sirriani,eagles news,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,jalen hurts,houston texans,eagles,demeco ryans,tush push,nfl news,nfl rules,texans,stroud,brotherly shove,sirriani,eagles news,sports OH MY, H-TOWN- Tush Push Emotions Runnin' HIGH Tuesday! Ron 'THE SHOW' vs In the Loop's OG John Lopez FIGHT!! 2-6PM M-F © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

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The Texans' 2025 schedule is officially here, and ITL breaks down all the early takeaways—including the games that jump off the page and how Houston might finish. The Astros are heating up after back-to-back wins—could this be the turning point? John Lopez ranks the best schedule release videos from across the NFL, and ITL reacts to NCAA playoff changes and NBA Playoff buzz. Plus, bold Texans predictions, Buy or Sell, awkward confessions, a John Madden movie update, and Figgy's hilarious mixtape on weird house rules.

John Lopez goes through his top 5 best schedule release videos.

Around The NFL: What stood out from the full schedule release? John Lopez shares his top 5 best team release videos. Plus, What's Popping: NCAA Football shakes up playoff seeding, NBA playoff updates, and more.

This week my guest is John Lopez, Chicago Independent Contractor and leader in the fight for freedom in self-employement. John Lopez on X/Twitter:  https://x.com/JohnLopez_PPC  

Figgy's Mixtape: Real-life analogies for last night's draft, Figgy wants John Lopez to be Jon Gruden, & more.

Winners & Losers of the First Round of the NFL Draft. Figgy's Mixtape: Real-life analogies for last night's draft, Figgy wants John Lopez to be Jon Gruden, & more.

The Texans traded out of the 25th pick—how are we feeling about it? ITL reacts to Draft Day One and debates if Nick Caserio should have been more aggressive. QOTD: How do you rationalize things when they don't go your way? Around the NFL, ITL recaps the first round and looks around the AFC South—did the competition get better? Plus, in What's Popping, the Astros drop a new chicken sandwich and the Rockets gear up for their playoff battle tonight. Now what for the Texans? With five picks today, can they make up some ground? ITL breaks it down, plus Lunch-Time Confessions and key questions ahead of Game 3 of Rockets vs. Warriors. Finally, it's time for the winners and losers of the first round of the NFL Draft. In Figgy's Mixtape, real-life draft analogies, why Figgy wants John Lopez to channel his inner Jon Gruden, and much more!

John Lopez got the Seven-Step Plan to be an NBA Champion.

What does a homerun Texans draft look like to you with the first four picks? Lopez has a list.

Is Caserio dug in on the, “it worked in New England” mentality? ITL discusses. John Lopez got the Seven Step Plan to be an NBA Champion. QOTD: What are some things you often lie about with a straight face?

Is Nick Caserio stuck in the "New England way" mindset when it comes to building the Texans? ITL breaks it down. Plus, John Lopez reveals his Seven Step Plan to become an NBA Champion, and in QOTD, what's something you lie about with a straight face? Around the NFL, the Giants are getting calls for the No. 3 pick, and there's more drama in the Steelers QB room. ITL reveals what a home-run Texans draft looks like with their first four picks. In What's Popping, the Astros drop another game, and we salute Lee Corso, who's set to retire. Kelly Iko of The Athletic joins the show to talk Rockets playoff outlook, and in Lunch-Time Confessions, can old men still jump? Plus, another round of OG Lopez Buy or Sell. Wrapping it all up, ITL rolls through a 7-round Texans mock draft ahead of next week's draft. And in Figgy's Mixtape, it's National Crawfish Day, a heated debate on bottled water, and more laughs to close the show.

LOL- In the Loop's John Lopez Called Tyler 'TRAVIS' for HOW Long?! AND-Stroud Concern Building in the H?? full 657 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 23:39:40 +0000 8skX5vMhbfg5oqlcn4rZP7PgBnYZw5Tk nfl,cj stroud,houston texans,nico collins,demeco ryans,afc south,nfl news,texans,stroud,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,cj stroud,houston texans,nico collins,demeco ryans,afc south,nfl news,texans,stroud,sports LOL- In the Loop's John Lopez Called Tyler 'TRAVIS' for HOW Long?! AND-Stroud Concern Building in the H?? 2-6PM M-F 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

Who are the Swarmiest players in the draft? John Lopez has a list. Figgy's Mixtape: Sports Fans Party Poopers, funny story, sad story, or yes.

Who are the Swarmiest players in the draft? John Lopez has a list.

Adam Spolane joins the show and dukes it out with Lopez over Cam Smith.

HOUR 4 - Seth and Sean break down 4 negative developments to come out of the Texans' 2024 season, discuss the Jags potentially driving away good coaching candidates by their commitment to GM Trent Baalke, why Brian Schottenheimer is the reported leader to land the Cowboys HC job, and some predictions NFL executives weighed in on, one of which is bad for Texans fans. And catch up with John Lopez, who finally found his way out of the ditch he drove into.

Seth and Sean dive into some poll results as to who fans want to see representing the AFC in the Super Bowl, what Nick Caserio's offseason "to do" list looks like, go through the day's Headlines, break down 4 positives to come out of the Texans' 2024 season, discuss DeMeco saying his job is to take this team to new heights, former Astro Billy Wagner making the Hall of Fame, dive into the Bears and Patriots finding their next coach and Aaron Glenn possibly being the next Jets HC, discuss early poll results on if the Texans pursuing OG, WR or TE would excite most, assess if they'd do some theoretical trades if/when the Warriors decide to blow themselves up, break down 4 negative developments to come out of the Texans' 2024 season, discuss the Jags potentially driving away good coaching candidates by their commitment to GM Trent Baalke, why Brian Schottenheimer is the reported leader to land the Cowboys HC job, and some predictions NFL executives weighed in on, one of which is bad for Texans fans. And catch up with John Lopez, who finally found his way out of the ditch he drove into.