Podcast appearances and mentions of marc vandermeer

Hosts John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down Azeez Al-Shaair's No. 6 linebacker ranking and Dennis Rodman comparison, debate Chris Simms' controversial all-time prime QB list with Tom Brady at nine, explore why the Colts keep falling short, and pitch ideas to fix NFL overtime — all with training camp just 12 days away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris pay tribute to Houston Texans co-founder Janice McNair, who passed away at 89. Hall of Fame writer John McClain shares stories of Janice and Bob McNair's journey to bring football back to Houston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Granato, the first-ever Houston Texans sideline reporter, joins Marc Vandermeer and John Harris to trade stories from the franchise's earliest days as the Texans celebrate their 25th season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Texans DE Dylan Horton joins the show to discuss the upcoming season, life after lymphoma, and what it's like learning alongside Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter. Plus, John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down ESPN's 2026 top 10 NFL QB rankings — from Josh Allen at No. 1 to where C.J. Stroud fits — and react to Baker Mayfield's newly revealed MCL/PCL injuries suffered against Houston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Davis Mills joins Marc Vandermeer and John Harris to discuss his sixth season, the growth of Nick Caley's offense, and his memorable Jacksonville comeback. Plus: CBS Sports' offensive infrastructure rankings spark debate, Terrion Arnold workout buzz, and why national writers are starting to believe in the 2026 Texans offense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Kelly joins Texans All-Access to discuss his path from Fresno State to the Houston Texans roster bubble. Plus, John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down Kevin Patra's AFC South training camp storylines and Ben Solak's pick of Calen Bullock as Houston's breakout candidate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Fame sportswriter John McClain joins Marc Vandermeer and John Harris for a loaded Thursday-night edition of Texans All-Access. The crew dives into Texans offensive line, debates David Montgomery and Woody Marks' chances of topping 1,500 combined rushing yards, and names their breakout player picks — including Calen Bullock, Tommy Togiai, Jayden Higgins, and Henry To'oTo'o.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Houston Texans OT Blake Fisher joins Marc Vandermeer and John Harris from internal media day to discuss his Year 3 development, playing both tackle spots, and bonding with new O-line additions Wyatt Teller, Braden Smith, and Evan Brown. The hosts also debate Mike Clay's 2026 ESPN stat projections for C.J. Stroud, Nico Collins, Danielle Hunter, Will Anderson Jr., and Calen Bullock, walk through 25 seasons of Texans expectations vs. reality, and react to the USMNT's World Cup elimination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S Jaylen Reed joins Marc Vandermeer and John Harris at Texans media days to discuss his expanded Year 2 role, modeling his game after Jalen Pitre, the Reed Blankenship addition, and his Detroit roots. Plus, Marc and John recap an electric FIFA World Cup at Reliant Stadium, debate the Folarin Balogun red card controversy, and break down the NFL Top 100 with Will Anderson Jr. named as a potential 2026 MVP candidate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DT Naquan Jones joins Texans All-Access to discuss Houston's elite D-line culture, his undrafted journey through five NFL stops, and what it means to play in a defense with no ceiling. Plus, John Harris and Marc Vandermeer relive the legendary 2015 comeback season — from Hard Knocks to the first-ever win in Indianapolis — as part of the Texans' 25th season celebration, and John wraps up with NFL Top 100 reactions, offseason grades across the AFC South, and the Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce wedding buzz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join John Harris and Marc Vandermeer on Texans All-Access as original Houston Texans GM Charley Casserly shares never-before-heard stories from the franchise's founding — from practicing in the Astrodome to drafting Mario Williams over Reggie Bush in 2006. Plus, second-year DT Junior Tafuna talks Year 2 growth under DL coach Rod Wright, and the latest on the NFL Top 100 and FIFA World Cup as training camp month arrives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris celebrate the Texans' 25th anniversary with a week-by-week breakdown of the unforgettable 2011 season — from Wade Phillips transforming the defense to Arian Foster's electrifying plays to T.J. Yates' legendary final drive in Cincinnati that clinched the franchise's first-ever AFC South title. Plus, DB Ja'Marcus Ingram joins the show for the first time to talk about his transition from Buffalo to Houston, his versatility in the secondary, his children's book "The Little Player That Could," and what it means to be back home in Texas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer ranks the greatest regular season wins in Texans history using a tier system, from the 2002 Dallas opener to the 2025 Sunday Night win at Arrowhead. Plus, Andrew Johnson from TORO's team previews every 2026 home game themes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris kick off the weekend with a visit with Texans WR Jared Wayne, who shares how he's evolved as a receiver, what he's learned from Nico Collins and why he bought his own Jugs machine. Plus, World Cup excitement builds in Houston as the Dutch Orange Walk approaches, and the guys debate worst-to-first NFL contenders for 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris and Marc Vandermeer draft their all-time Ultimate 11 Texans offensive rosters to celebrate the franchise's 25th season, then sit down with rookies Febechi Nwaiwu and Lewis Bond to talk OTAs, the OL room, and the road to the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer, John Harris and Sean Pendergast celebrate the Texans' 25th anniversary by snake-drafting three all-time defensive rosters. Hear the picks, the debates and the stories behind Houston's greatest defenders — from J.J. Watt and DeMeco Ryans to Derek Stingley Jr. and Will Anderson Jr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris relive the Texans' 2011 season — Arian Foster's heroics, T.J. Yates' rise, J.J. Watt's pick-six, and the first AFC South title.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris pick their Texans OTA sleepers, and David Fletcher reveals the Kinder's Texas Bowl is back on New Year's Eve at Reliant Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Original Texans GM Charley Casserly joins Texans All-Access for a historic interview as part of the franchise's 25th anniversary. From building the team from scratch in the Astrodome to drafting Mario Williams, DeMeco Ryans, and Andre Johnson — Casserly shares never-before-heard stories from the earliest days of Texans football. Plus, John Harris and Marc Vandermeer react to the biggest trade of the offseason: Myles Garrett to the LA Rams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down OTA Day 1 with Woody Marks, Will Anderson Jr.'s real-time learning, C.J. Stroud's sharp throws, and WR standouts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris preview Thursday's OTA practice, discuss Tank Dell's status, rookie integration for Keylan Rutledge and Kayden McDonald, and relive the best moments of the magical 2023 season with classic play-by-play calls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down the Texans linebacker depth chart after E.J. Speed's injury, spotlight Marte Mapu and Aiden Fisher, and react to Nico Collins' reworked deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down Fox Sports' controversial ranking of C.J. Stroud's supporting cast at No. 26, debate AFC Super Bowl contenders, and react to Aaron Rodgers' news.**See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris rank their top 5 all-time Texans villains, react to Wembanyama's playoff heroics, break down training camp plans, and discuss Aaron Rodgers returning to Pittsburgh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down six bold what-if scenarios for the 2026 Texans, plus Bills Week 1 preview and NFL news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down every game on the 2026 Houston Texans schedule, including four primetime matchups, a London date with the Jags, and a brutal December stretch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John McClain joins Marc Vandermeer and John Harris to preview rookie camp, debate which 2026 rookies start Week 1, and break down Houston's loaded running backs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down Texans rookie minicamp standouts, the NFL schedule release date, international games, and Kamari Lasseter's goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris rank Houston's biggest current 2026 roster questions. Plus, Texans Director of Wellness Ladd Harris on nutrition, hydration and recovery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down every AFC South draft class and share the latest NFL news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Xavier Hutchinson joins Marc Vandermeer in studio to discuss Year 4 prep and offseason conditioning. Plus, Keylan Rutledge draft buzz and Dexter Lawrence trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down Dane Brugler's full 7-round Texans mock draft, debate offense vs. defense at pick 28, and count down the top 5 fourth-round picks in franchise history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down Texans 2026 NFL Draft strategy, run a full mock draft, discuss AI in scouting, and pay tribute to the late Dave McGinnis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris rank the best fifth-round picks in Texans history, preview the 2026 NFL Draft strategy, and feature Hannah McNair on Good Morning Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris and Marc Vandermeer blind rank the biggest trades in Texans history, break down Nick Caserio's draft track record, and react to the Marte Mapu trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down every Texans position group and assign draft priority ratings 17 days before the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris puts Marc Vandermeer on the spot with a blind ranking of the top Texans wins, plus ESPN's Stephen Holder breaks down the Colts' 2026 AFC South outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris welcome John McClain to break down Kirk Cousins signing with the Raiders, the Texans trading up for Kenyon Sadiq in a new mock draft, AFC South offseason rankings, and key takeaways from the NFL Annual Meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer broadcasts Texans All-Access live from the NFL Annual Meeting in Phoenix with three guests covering the Texans' offseason and more.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down free agency rankings and share incredible scouting stories on Texans All-Access. In this episode: * Benjamin Solak's ESPN free agency rankings — Texans at No. 13, Jaguars at No. 9. How? * Pushing back on the "compensatory pick approach" and Jacksonville's key losses * The Steelers at No. 1 without a quarterback — does that make sense? * Why Solak's critique of the Texans offensive line strategy misses the mark * "When Did You Know?" — seeing Andre Johnson, Calvin Johnson, Aaron Donald, and Randy Moss before the world knew * Randy Moss's legendary Marshall pro day: 4.25 forty, 44-inch vertical, barely warmed up * 2026 NFL kickoff game set for Wednesday, September 9th in Seattle * 49ers vs. Rams in Melbourne, Australia on Thursday, September 10th * Patrick Mahomes rehab update — will he be ready for Week 1? * Houston's massive sports Thursday: Houston Open, Astros opening day, NCAA regionalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris bring Way Too Early Tuesday to Texans All-Access with division projections, position battles, and more. In this episode: * Most "AI-generated" athletes in Texans history — Danielle Hunter, Mario Williams, Jadeveon Clowney, Andre Johnson, J.J. Watt, Will Fuller, and DeAndre Hopkins' greatest catches * Way Too Early Tuesday — AFC South projections: Can Jacksonville repeat 13 wins? Are the Colts a mess? * NFC East breakdown — Eagles stay on top, but coaching changes and roster questions loom * Packers matchup preview — Jordan Love consistency and Micah Parsons' availability * Top training camp position battles — center competition, edge rusher depth, tight end room * 2026 NFL Draft edge targets: Armanse Thomas, Anthony Hill Jr., Arvel Reese * E.J. Speed on re-signing, his servant mentality, and the Texans' humble locker room culture * NFL 18-game season and new broadcast deal implicationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris and Marc Vandermeer bring the heat on this Monday edition of Texans All-Access with brand new "Sizzle Fire" hot takes and an exclusive sit-down interview with new Texans safety Reed Blankenship. Topics covered in this episode: * Sizzle Fire hot takes — Was JSN the best player the Texans faced in 2025? Is the Kelce contract a mistake? Is Ty Simpson really QB1? Will the Texans skip OL at pick 28? * Jackson Smith-Njigba signs record-breaking WR deal with Seattle * NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 heading to Houston — Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois and the Cougars * Team USA dominates at Tom Brady's flag football showcase * DeAndre Hopkins open to reuniting with Kyler Murray in Minnesota * Texans jersey number changes — Tank Dell to No. 1, Kamari Lassiter to No. 3, Reed Blankenship to No. 6, David Montgomery to No. 32 * Reed Blankenship sits down with Marc Vandermeer to discuss joining Houston's elite defense * Harris makes the case for drafting guard Chase Bisontis at pick 28See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down a busy Texans offseason on Thursday's Texans All-Access. In this episode: * New TE Foster Moreau joins the studio — talks blocking mentality, beating lymphoma, and the transition from New Orleans to Houston * How the Wyatt Teller signing reshapes the offensive line alongside Ed Ingram, Braden Smith, and Aireontae Ersery * 2026 NFL Draft strategy — could the Texans package picks 28, 38, 59, and 68 to move up? * Re-aired interview with new RB David Montgomery on leadership, Iowa State connections, and DeMeco Ryans' culture * NCAA Tournament breakdown — High Point upsets Wisconsin, Miami of Ohio dominates SMU * Tom Brady flag football preview and why no Texans are participatingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Harris and Marc Vandermeer break down the 2026 schedule possibilities and air a powerful Azeez Al-Shaair interview on Friday's Texans All-Access. In this episode: * Azeez Al-Shaair sits down with John Gruden — shares his journey from homelessness in Tampa to Pro Bowl linebacker, his grandfather the poet laureate, tearing his ACL at FAU, and going undrafted * 2026 schedule either/or — should the Cowboys opener kick off the 25th anniversary season at NRG? * Best road trips: Green Bay vs. Los Angeles, toughest December games, and Monday Night Football picks * Joe Burrow at home vs. Jalen Hurts in Philly — which is the tougher matchup? * Free agency primer — a rapid-fire recap of every major Texans signing and trade this offseason * Wyatt Teller, Braden Smith, Ed Ingram, David Montgomery, Foster Moreau, Reed Blankenship, and more

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris grade the Texans defense position by position, then hear from new edge rusher Dominique Robinson and tight end Dalton Schultz. Marc Vandermeer and John Harris deliver a full defensive progress report and sit down with Dominique Robinson and Dalton Schultz. In this episode: * Defensive progress report — grading every position group on defense * D-line depth: Sheldon Rankins returns, Logan Hall and Naquan Jones added, Tommy Togiai's rise * Edge rusher outlook: Dylan Horton's growth, Dominique Robinson's arrival, Derek Barnett's future * Linebacker check-in: Henry To'oTo'o, Azeez Al-Shaair, E.J. Speed re-signed, Jake Hummel added * Secondary depth: Reed Blankenship, MJ Stewart, Jaylen Reed, Jaylin Smith and draft insurance * Dominique Robinson interview — QB-to-DE journey, Canton roots, and joining the Texans defense * Dalton Schultz interview — contract extension, Year 9 motivation, and tight end record season * NFL news: Jaylen Waddle traded to Broncos, Christian Kirk signs with 49ersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Texans sign three-time Pro Bowl guard Wyatt Teller from Cleveland. Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down the revamped O-line and talk to Evan Brown. The Texans sign Pro Bowl guard Wyatt Teller. Marc Vandermeer and John Harris react and project the new starting offensive line. In this episode: * Breaking news on Wyatt Teller * Projecting the new starting offensive line from left to right * How the Teller signing changes the Texans' draft strategy at pick 28 * Could the Texans trade up for Kenyon Sadiq or a premium OL prospect? * Evan Brown in-studio interview — versatility, SMU roots, and joining the Texans * Dominique Robinson interview — QB-to-DE journey and joining Houston's defense * Dalton Schultz interview — contract extension and Year 9 motivation * Why this offensive line is better than last year's group at this point in the offseasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris deliver a Texans offseason progress report and talk to MJ Stewart about his return to Houston. In this episode: * Offseason progress report — grading RB, TE, OL and WR moves so far * David Montgomery addition and remaining running back needs heading into the draft * Foster Moreau signing and the state of the tight end room * Offensive line retooling: Braden Smith, Ed Ingram, Trent Brown and draft targets * Wide receiver outlook: Jayden Higgins, Jaylin Noel, Tank Dell's return, Christian Kirk to San Francisco * MJ Stewart in-studio interview — culture, leadership, and the Baltimore game * NFL news: Justin Fields traded to Kansas City Chiefs, Darius Slay retiresSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new league year opens with Foster Moreau and Logan Hall joining the Texans. Marc and John recap the full free agency haul and break down the O-line debate. Marc Vandermeer and John Harris go live from Sports Radio 610 three hours after the new league year officially opens, recapping the complete free agency haul and reacting to the latest additions. The headline signings: tight end Foster Moreau from the Saints joins as the inline blocking tight end the Texans have been seeking — a former LSU number 18 honoree who overcame Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2023 and embodies swarm culture — and defensive lineman Logan Hall arrives from Tampa Bay on a two-year, $14 million deal, bringing first-round pedigree and inside-outside versatility that John compares to Denico Autry's role. The Texans also add defensive end Dominique Robinson from the Bears on a one-year, $4 million deal and re-sign Naquan Jones. John provides the analytical framework for the Moreau signing, breaking down tight end archetypes — inline/wide tight ends (hand in the dirt blockers), F tight ends (receiving specialists like Mike Gesicki), H-backs, and U tight ends (do-it-all hybrids) — and explains why Moreau's ability to win at the point of attack against a six-technique defensive end unlocks the entire running game by threatening the edge and forcing linebackers to flow over the top instead of sitting in gaps. Marc connects the dots across the full free agency period, arguing the Texans have systematically addressed every area fans and analysts identified as needs: running back (Montgomery), offensive line (Ingram, Brown, Braden Smith), safety (Blankenship), tight end (Moreau), defensive line depth (Hall, Robinson, Naquan Jones, Sheldon Rankins return), and special teams (Hummel) — all without a single budget-breaking deal. The offensive line debate continues with the Braden Smith guard-or-tackle question still unresolved, and both hosts argue it won't matter until OTAs at the earliest. Marc draws the Tytus Howard parallel — Howard successfully moved from tackle to guard and held up well — and suggests Smith's college guard background and elite run-blocking ability could open up two positions instead of one if he slides inside. The show closes with an AFC South check-in: the Colts signed Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88 million deal but haven't impressed otherwise, Jacksonville is losing pieces but retains a solid defensive core, and the Titans under Robert Saleh are the dark horse that could start causing problems if Cam Ward takes a step forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J.P. Shadrick and Jeff Lageman unpack an eventful week for the Jaguars, from stadium construction updates to free agency chatter to the NFL Combine. Jeff shares a rookie story. Texans announcer Marc Vandermeer gives his opinion on the budding Houston-Jacksonville rivalry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.