Bleav in Texans

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July 27 Oh, You’re a Houston Texans Fan Again? Here’s What You Missed
You gave up on the Texans after that miserable playoff loss to New England. We understand. But training camp is here, so it’s time to reactivate your fandom.
Seth takes a chronological—and occasionally sarcastic—trip through everything that happened during Houston’s offseason: the David Montgomery trade, the departures of Tytus Howard, Juice Scruggs and Joe Mixon, the offensive-line overhaul, the Texans’ physicality-focused draft class, and the extensions for Will Anderson Jr. and Azeez Al-Shaair.
Plus, E.J. Speed’s devastating injury, C.J. Stroud’s comments about his contract situation, Tank Dell’s return to limited football activity and the biggest question entering camp: Did the Texans finally build an offense tough enough to complement their championship-caliber defense?

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31 min
July 27 Ranking AFC South 2026 Position groups
Join Bucky Brooks as he ranks the AFC South position groups against each other going into the 2026 season! Where will the QB's rank?! Who has the best Running Back? Is DeMeco Ryans the best coach in the division or has he been usurped by another? Tune into this exciting episode of the Bucky Brooks show where he lives ranks all of the players by position in the division to determine which team is the strongest!

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26 min
July 24 14 Opponents, 14 Questions for the Texans
The Texans will face 14 different opponents this season—and every matchup presents a different question.
Can C.J. Stroud and the offensive line handle Buffalo’s new-look defense without much film to study? Can Houston stand up to Cincinnati’s massive defensive front? How will DeMeco Ryans counter Robert Saleh, and can the Texans finally break through against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens?
Seth goes opponent by opponent, examining the schemes, players and individual matchups that could define Houston’s season. Plus, why the Texans’ defense could be even better, what improvement from Stroud might look like and whether Houston can surpass its projected win total.

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26 min
July 20 C.J. Stroud Isn’t the Only Texan Facing Pressure
C.J. Stroud may face more pressure than anyone on the Texans this season, but he is far from alone. Seth examines what Stroud must prove before Houston commits to a massive long-term contract—and why waiting another year may be the smartest move.
The pressure also extends to offensive coordinator Nick Caley, whose partnership with Stroud must produce a cleaner operation, a functional running game and a more explosive offense. Plus, Nick Caserio needs his offensive-line investments to start paying off, Henry To’oTo’o is playing for his next contract, and rookies such as Kayden McDonald enter camp with high expectations.
Seth also discusses what David Montgomery can bring to the offense and identifies a few opposing players who will be under the microscope when they face Houston this season.

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27 min
July 16 Anonymous Execs Love the Texans Defense—But What About C.J. Stroud?
NFL executives, coaches and scouts have spoken—and the Houston Texans' defense is one of the most respected units in football.
Seth Payne breaks down ESPN's annual NFL position rankings and explains why Will Anderson Jr., Danielle Hunter, Derek Stingley Jr., Azeez Al-Shaair, Kamari Lassiter, Calen Bullock and Jalen Pitre are earning league-wide recognition. Are the Texans actually being underrated despite all the praise?
On offense, the conversation shifts to C.J. Stroud. Why did he receive so little support from league evaluators after two seasons, and what will it take to change that perception? Seth explains why a rebuilt offensive line, an improved running game and better red-zone efficiency could completely reshape how the NFL views Houston's franchise quarterback.
Plus, thoughts on Nico Collins' ranking, Dalton Schultz's outlook and why the Texans could have far more offensive stars represented in these rankings a year from now.
Subscribe, rate and review the podcast, and follow along all season for Texans analysis on Bleav in Texans.

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32 min
July 13 The Texans Earned a B — But Did They Fix the Offense?
The Texans earned solid offseason grades from ESPN and NFL.com—but did they actually fix the offense?
Seth breaks down Houston’s biggest moves, including the Will Anderson Jr. extension, Danielle Hunter’s new deal, the decision to move on from Tytus Howard, and the additions of Braden Smith, Wyatt Teller and David Montgomery.
He also explains why the Montgomery trade may be the most debatable move of the offseason, why Houston was right not to rush into a massive C.J. Stroud extension, and whether the Texans’ two-year offensive line rebuild is finally ready to pay off.
Plus, why Marlin Klein may not have been as much of a reach as people think, how DeMeco Ryans continues to build the right culture, and the one major question that will determine whether Houston’s offseason deserves a higher grade.

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27 min
July 09 The Texans Defense Is Getting Respect — But Still Not Enough
The Texans are starting to show up all over the NFL’s offseason rankings — but is the national respect still a little too cautious?
Seth reacts to ESPN’s latest position rankings and breaks down where Houston’s defensive stars landed, including Will Anderson Jr., Danielle Hunter, Derek Stingley Jr. and Kamari Lassiter. He explains why Anderson is more than just an “edge rusher,” why Hunter remains one of the league’s most underrated pass rushers, and why Stingley’s elite ball production deserves even more attention.
Plus, Seth makes the case for Kamari Lassiter as more than just the “best No. 2 corner” in football, looks ahead to Calen Bullock’s potential breakout, and explains why this Texans defense may be good enough to carry Houston past its current win total expectations.

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28 min
July 06 The Houston Texans' True X-Factors Beyond C.J. Stroud
Everyone knows C.J. Stroud is the biggest storyline surrounding the Houston Texans in 2026—but what about the factors that could ultimately determine whether this team is simply a playoff contender or a legitimate Super Bowl threat?
In this episode of Bleav in Texans, Seth Payne looks beyond the quarterback to identify the Texans' biggest X-factors heading into training camp. From Tank Dell's recovery and Keylan Rutledge's impact on the offensive line to the battle for the third linebacker spot, the search for pass-rush depth behind Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, Marlin Klein's potential role in the offense, and whether the defense can continue forcing turnovers at an elite rate, these are the variables that could shape Houston's season.
Seth also reacts to recent national conversations about C.J. Stroud, including comments from Aaron Schatz and ESPN analysts, and explains why this season could be the defining chapter of the young quarterback's career.
If you're looking for the biggest questions facing the Texans before camp begins, this episode has you covered.

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26 min
July 02 Guest Charlie Pallilo on Why the Texans Are a Legit Super Bowl Contender
Houston sports radio legend Charlie Pallilo joins Seth Payne on Bleav in Texans for a wide-ranging conversation about where the Texans stand heading into the season.
Charlie explains why he believes the Texans’ win total is one of the easier over calls in the NFL, why their defense gives them such a high floor, and what the offense needs to become for this team to be a legitimate Super Bowl contender. Seth and Charlie also dig into the C.J. Stroud contract debate, how much the playoff loss should matter, whether the Texans should be concerned about Stroud’s concussion history, and what a bounce-back season could mean for the future price tag.
Plus, they discuss Tank Dell’s recovery, David Montgomery’s fit in the red zone, the Texans’ offensive line expectations, which AFC South team is most vulnerable to a step back, Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars, and even the future of NRG Stadium after its World Cup spotlight.
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30 min
June 29 C.J. Stroud, the QB Market, and the Texans’ $250 Million Question
C.J. Stroud’s next contract is coming — the only question is when, and for how much. Seth Payne breaks down the looming quarterback market, why the $55 million-per-year benchmark may already be outdated, and how deals for Trevor Lawrence, Brock Purdy, Jordan Love, Dak Prescott and others shape the Texans’ decision. Should Houston try to get ahead of the market now, or wait one more year to see Stroud prove it with an improved offensive line, better run game and healthier environment?
Plus, Seth looks at the case for patience: Stroud’s late-season struggles, the lingering questions after his concussion, the Texans’ broken rushing attack, red zone issues, and why fixing the offense around him could change everything.
Is C.J. Stroud worth $250 million-plus? And if he has the season Texans fans expect, will that number look cheap by next spring?

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26 min

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Bleav in Texans is your go-to podcast for everything Houston Texans, hosted by former defensive tackle and sports radio host Seth Payne. From game previews and postgame breakdowns to roster updates,…