In The Loop

ITL got confessions from the schedule release.

ITL ranks Houston’s biggest games and toughest tests by importance.

ITL debates whether the Houston-Dallas rivalry is truly as heated as advertised.

ITL reacts to the weirdest and most interesting parts of the NFL schedule release.

ITL shares people, places, and things they think are unfairly criticized.

ITL debates the toughest stretches and biggest concerns on Houston’s slate.

ITL reacts to Houston’s full schedule release and what immediately jumps out.

ITL celebrates official Houston Texans schedule release day as leaks continue pouring in ahead of the full announcement, with John Lopez arguing Houston may actually be getting screwed by how the schedule is shaping up. The guys debate travel stretches, primetime placement, rest disadvantages, and which leaked matchups could make the Texans’ road much tougher than expected. ITL also reacts to more league-wide schedule leaks, with Reggie Adetula making it clear he’s not a fan of this year’s Thanksgiving slate, while the crew debates whether the NFL is prioritizing hype over quality matchups. The show also dives into whether fans would want C. J. Stroud featured on Quarterback on Netflix and whether that kind of spotlight helps or hurts a franchise quarterback. More Texans schedule leaks continue later in the show, including a rumored Week 1 opponent, while ITL reacts to Maxx Crosby giving high praise to Houston’s newest tackle and what that could mean for expectations moving forward. Lunch-Time Confessions returns with hilarious and relatable stories before another edition of OG’s Buy or Sell. The Houston Astros are also a major topic after battling to a hard-fought win, with ITL debating whether it actually lifted anyone’s spirits and later asking whether Houston’s next stretch of games could ultimately determine how aggressive the organization becomes at the trade deadline. Figgy’s Mixtape wraps up the show with awkward funeral drama, a hilarious fake ad inspired by Clint Stoerner and Seth Payne that turns into a fake commercial for Reggie and Lopez to read on air, and more chaotic internet stories. Plus, the QOTD asks listeners: if you had one free punch with zero repercussions, who would get it?

ITL celebrates “Happy Leak Day” and official Houston Texans schedule release day as more games and details continue leaking ahead of the full announcement. John Lopez believes Houston may be getting screwed by how the schedule is shaping up, and the guys debate whether the Texans are truly being handed a tougher path than other contenders around the league. From travel and primetime games to rest disadvantages and difficult stretches, ITL breaks down what stands out most. Then the focus shifts to the Houston Astros after battling their way to a hard-fought win. The guys debate whether the victory actually lifted spirits at all or if fans are still too frustrated and exhausted to buy back in emotionally. The hour wraps with today’s QOTD: If you could punch anyone in the world with zero repercussions… who would it be?

ITL goes Around The NFL as more NFL schedule leaks continue rolling out ahead of the full release, with Reggie Adetula making it clear he is not a fan of the Thanksgiving slate this year. The guys debate whether the holiday games still feel special, which matchups work, and how much the NFL is leaning into hype over quality. ITL also reacts to more schedule rumors, primetime setups, and what stands out most around the league heading into release day. Then the focus shifts to C. J. Stroud and whether fans would actually want to see the Houston Texans quarterback featured on Quarterback on Netflix. The guys debate whether that kind of spotlight helps a franchise quarterback build his brand or simply becomes an unnecessary distraction. The hour wraps with What’s Popping, highlighting the biggest and most entertaining stories across sports and culture.