In The Loop

Figgy’s Mixtape featuring the word “Swiftie” officially being added to the dictionary, the ongoing back-and-forth between Zion Williamson and the Pelicans with Stephen A. Smith weighing in, and more wild stories making the rounds.

The crew shares marketing mistakes that should never happen.

How the Texans’ move could mirror a championship-building formula.

The guys dive into the debate around Reed Sheppard’s defense and ask whether the criticism of his defensive ability is overblown or a legitimate concern.

ITL goes Around The NFL to break down whether Kyler Murray still has legitimate “franchise quarterback” potential and what the future may hold for him in Arizona. The crew also reacts to the Chiefs trading away their All-Pro corner and what that move means for the AFC landscape.

From old shows to broadcast styles, what TV staples deserve a return?

Breaking down potential targets and the team’s strategy heading into free agency.

ITL dives into a Texans roster-building debate: would you rather the team draft three offensive linemen or sign two proven ones in free agency? The crew also discusses whether Ed Ingram should be brought back and what that could mean for the depth and direction of the offensive line.

ITL reacts to the national reaction surrounding the Texans trading for David Montgomery, including takes from Adam Schein, and debates whether the outside noise is fair or overblown while asking the bigger question of whether Houston will ever truly swing big for a younger, explosive running back. With the NFL Combine underway, the crew also breaks down the biggest standouts, risers, and subtle storylines shaping the draft board before wrapping the hour with the QOTD: What’s a characteristic that is a red flag? Around The NFL, ITL discusses the looming franchise tag deadline and Baltimore working toward a new deal with Lamar Jackson, then welcomes Bun B to the show to talk Trill Town at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, what he has planned, and plays “Trill or Not Trill” during What’s Popping. Later, the crew examines Prisco’s Top 50 free agents list — including eight offensive linemen — and debates whether the Texans could realistically land two of them to stabilize the offense for C.J. Stroud, followed by Lunch-Time Confessions where Lopez calls for banning social media bullies and Draft on a Tuesday with the latest prospect buzz. The show closes by zooming out on what a true Texans makeover would look like beyond just the offensive line, questioning whether deeper philosophical or schematic changes are needed, before Figgy’s Mixtape delivers the Top 10 annoying things passengers do, a potential viral idea for the station, and more off-the-wall stories.

ITL reacts to everyone’s reaction to the Texans trading for David Montgomery, including national voices like Adam Schein weighing in on the move. The crew debates whether the outside noise is fair or overblown and whether this signals a clear offensive identity shift. Lopez also raises a bigger-picture question: will the Texans ever truly swing big for a younger, explosive running back, or is this their preferred model? Plus, with the NFL Combine underway, ITL breaks down what caught their attention most — from standout performances to subtle comments that could shape the draft board. The hour wraps with today’s QOTD: What’s a characteristic that is a red flag?