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In The Loop
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In The Loop delivers smart, opinionated Houston sports talk with a sharp focus on the teams and headlines driving conversation across H-Town. Hosted by John Lopez and Reggie Adetula alongside producer Edward “Figgy Fig” Gilliard, the show brings distinct perspectives, sharp debate and authentic Houston energy to every discussion. From Texans roster moves and NFL Draft strategy to Astros playoff races, Rockets evolution and major college football storylines across Texas, the show connects national sports news directly to Houston fans. Blending real debate, informed analysis and a strong pulse on the local fanbase, In The Loop covers breaking NFL news, MLB trends, NBA developments and the evolving Houston sports landscape with clarity and conviction.
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Full Show - Friday, July 10th
1w ago02:44:05Tap to summarizeITL starts the show with Reggie, Figgy, and Raheel Ramzanali filling in for John Lopez as they react to breaking news surrounding the Texans being connected to Terrion Arnold. The guys discuss what the interest could mean, how he would fit into an already talented secondary, and if a move like this would show Houston is pushing to build an elite defense. Listeners join the conversation with the QOTD: When was the moment you realized “it’s levels to this” in sports or life? Around The NFL covers the biggest headlines from across the league before Raheel brings a parenting dilemma involving his kid to the show, with ITL trying to help him make the right decision. Later, Reggie continues his Texans Re-Watch series by breaking down Week 4 against Tennessee and sharing what stood out from the matchup. Lunch-Time Confessions returns before Reggie tests Raheel’s knowledge with Spelling B With Raheel, where he challenges him to spell different athletes’ names. The show wraps with Reggie questioning why the Texans offense didn’t use the hard count more often and whether small details like that could help C.J. Stroud and the offense take another step. Plus, Figgy’s Mixtape features Figgy showing love to Texans offensive lineman Ed Ingram for giving back to the community, a wild story about a man who cut off his man part, and more unbelievable stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →HR 1 – Texans Connected To Terrion Arnold, What Would It Mean? & QOTD
1w ago00:36:45Tap to summarizeITL starts the show with Reggie, Figgy, and Raheel Ramzanali filling in for John Lopez as they react to breaking news surrounding the Texans being connected to Terrion Arnold. The guys discuss what the interest could mean, why Houston would explore adding another talented defensive back, and how a move like this would impact an already strong Texans secondary. The conversation continues as ITL debates what it would look like if the Texans actually signed Arnold, how he would fit into the defense, and whether this would be another aggressive move showing Houston is ready to compete. The hour wraps with today’s QOTD: What was the moment you realized “it’s levels to this” in sports or life?
Transcribe →HR 2 – Around The NFL, Raheel’s Dilemma & What’s Popping
1w ago00:40:24Tap to summarizeITL goes Around The NFL with the biggest news and headlines from across the league as Reggie, Figgy, and Raheel react to the latest stories making noise around football. The guys discuss which headlines stand out, what could impact the Texans, and the biggest conversations happening across the NFL. Then the show shifts to Raheel’s Dilemma as he brings a parenting situation involving his kid to the crew and asks for help making a decision. ITL weighs both sides, debates what Raheel should do, and tries to guide him through a tough parenting call. The hour wraps with What’s Popping, featuring the biggest stories from sports and entertainment.
Transcribe →HR 3 – Texans Re-Watch, Confessions & Spelling B With Raheel
1w ago00:43:30Tap to summarizeITL dives into another edition of Reggie’s Texans Re-Watch as he breaks down Week 4 against Tennessee. Reggie shares what stood out after revisiting the matchup, what he noticed about the Texans’ offense and defense, and what lessons from that game could carry into the new season. Then it’s Lunch-Time Confessions, with the crew sharing another round of unexpected admissions, stories, and laughs. The hour wraps with Spelling B With Raheel, as Reggie puts Raheel’s sports knowledge to the test by challenging him to spell the names of athletes from around the sports world.
Transcribe →HR 4 – Texans Hard Count Questions & Figgy’s Mixtape
1w ago00:43:25Tap to summarizeITL dives back into the Texans offense as Reggie wonders why Houston never took advantage of using the hard count more often. The guys discuss whether it could have helped C.J. Stroud and the offense, why some teams use it more effectively than others, and if adding small details like that could make a difference in the Texans taking the next step. Then it’s Figgy’s Mixtape, as Figgy shows love to Texans offensive lineman Ed Ingram for giving back to the community and making an impact off the field. Plus, Figgy reacts to a wild story involving a man who cut off his man part and more unbelievable stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →Figgy’s Mixtape: Showing Love & Wild Internet Stories
1w ago00:15:15Tap to summarizeFiggy’s Mixtape, as Figgy shows love to Texans offensive lineman Ed Ingram for giving back to the community and making an impact off the field. Plus, Figgy reacts to a wild story involving a man who cut off his man part and more unbelievable stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →Lunch-Time Confessions
1w ago00:12:37Tap to summarizeThe crew shares another round of confessions and unexpected stories.
Transcribe →Reggie’s Texans Re-Watch: Week 4 vs. Tennessee
1w ago00:16:22Tap to summarizeReggie breaks down his biggest takeaways after revisiting the Texans matchup against the Titans.
Transcribe →ITL Tries To Solve Raheel’s Parenting Dilemma
1w ago00:11:05Tap to summarizeRaheel brings a situation involving his kid to ITL, and the crew tries to help him make the right decision.
Transcribe →Around The NFL
1w ago00:17:56Tap to summarizeITL reacts to the latest headlines and biggest stories from around the league.
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