A couple of months into the season—how’s the Altuve-in-left experiment going? ITL weighs the pros, cons, and long-term outlook. Plus, C.J. Stroud didn’t throw on Day One of OTAs. Should Texans fans be concerned, or is it just standard protocol? The crew talks through both sides.

Also, today's QOTD: What’s the worst or wildest reason you’ve ever had to miss something important? From freak injuries to unforgettable excuses, it gets personal and hilarious.

Later: Could the Rockets have taken down the Timberwolves? Azeez Al-Shaair’s role as a culture-changer, Will Anderson’s leadership, and Figgy’s Mixtape featuring Arby’s steak bites and driverless cars in Houston.

A couple of months in — is the Jose Altuve left field experiment working out for the Astros, or is it starting to raise more questions than answers? Meanwhile, at Texans OTAs, C.J. Stroud didn’t throw on Day One. ITL breaks down why it’s probably no big deal… but also explores whether there are any reasons to keep an eye on it.

Plus, today’s QOTD: What’s the worst or wildest reason you ever had to miss something important? From injuries to excuses, the stories get personal and hilarious.

Around The NFL: ITL shares the latest stories and developments from camps across the league as teams ramp up for the season. In the NBA, the Oklahoma City Thunder are headed to the Finals after taking down the Timberwolves — but it raises a Houston question: could the Rockets have beaten this Wolves team? Plus, What’s Popping brings the latest from the sports world and beyond, with headlines you need to know.

Azeez Al-Shaair has a certain rep around the NFL—but is he exactly what the Texans have been missing for nearly 20 years? ITL breaks it down and explores if he’s the culture-changer the team’s been waiting for. Plus, Lunch-Time Confessions dive into Pink Cocaine (?!) and other wild stories, and OG’s Buy or Sell returns: are you buying into any of the madness?

Will Anderson Jr. met with the media—can he help lead the Texans to an all-time great defense? ITL breaks it down. Plus, in Figgy’s Mixtape, would you try Arby’s new Steak Bites? Are driverless cars coming to Houston, and what went down during a wild night in the NBA?

Figgy’s Mixtape: Would you try Arby’s Steak Bites? Driverless cars are coming to Houston, & NBA craziness last night.

ITL Lunch-Time Confessions, Pink Cocaine?

We know why Azeez Al-Shaair has a certain reputation around the league. But is he the epitome of what this team lacked for nearly two decades?

The Thunder are headed to the NBA Finals after beating the Timberwolves. Could the Rockets beat the Timberwolves?

Around The NFL: Camp stories around the league.