ITL with Luke Mauro, Criss Partee, and Figgy reacts after the Houston Astros winning streak finally comes to an end, debating whether Houston’s recent run still changed the overall outlook surrounding the team. The guys discuss whether the Astros may quietly be onto something despite lingering concerns and whether another serious run would actually be the best thing for the franchise long term. The Houston Texans are also front and center after Nico Collins reportedly receives a mini contract extension, sparking conversation about Houston’s long-term offensive core and whether the Texans have truly improved enough from last season despite sportsbooks setting their win total at just 9.5. Around The NFL features reaction to the Supreme Court of the United States declining to intervene in Brian Flores’ case against the NFL, discussion about the league’s most underappreciated players, and debate over whether watching the NBA Finals creates regret surrounding the Houston Rockets trading for Kevin Durant. Lunch-Time Confessions turns hilarious after Figgy admits he can no longer separate a famous movie character from a well-known TV role, while Judge Criss takes over the courtroom as Criss Partee debates whether C. J. Stroud should actually consider a holdout. ITL also breaks down whether the Texans truly check all the offensive boxes needed to become a real AFC contender, discussing the offensive line, run game, receiver depth, and Stroud’s development. Figgy’s Mixtape wraps up the show with stories involving eighth graders “redshirting” before high school sports, viral receipt comparisons showing inflation from 2006 to 2026, and more internet chaos. Plus, the QOTD asks listeners: what’s a sports record or statistic you just can’t take seriously?