In The Loop

There’s no more defending C.J. Stroud after the loss to the Patriots — the path was clear, the defense was great, and ITL digs into what that performance really told us about him and whether he’ll ultimately be the guy, while also revisiting the biggest what-if and sliding-door moments from Texans–Patriots and asking the QOTD: what was the real-world equivalent of yesterday’s game? Around The NFL follows with reactions to a chaotic weekend of playoff football, including the Bills firing Sean McDermott, before ITL opens the phone lines to Texans fans to vent about their biggest frustrations from the loss and wraps with What’s Popping in sports and entertainment. John Lopez then delivers his OG Passing Thoughts, breaking down what stood out most, what’s most concerning, and what it all could mean going forward, while Lunch-Time Confessions sparks debate as Figgy says he wants a follow-up from DeMeco Ryans, and the crew hands out Winners and Losers of the Weekend. The show closes with even more Passing Thoughts

There’s no more defending C.J. Stroud after yesterday. The path was clear, the defense was great, and the opportunity was there — so what did that performance actually tell us about him? ITL digs into whether this was just a bad game or something more revealing, and asks the hard question: will Stroud ultimately be the guy? Plus, the crew looks back at the biggest what-if and sliding-door moments from Texans–Patriots, and wraps with today’s QOTD: What was the real-world equivalent of yesterday’s game?

Around The NFL reacts to a wild weekend of playoff games, highlighted by the Bills firing head coach Sean McDermott and more league-shaking news. Back at home, ITL opens up the phone lines to hear from Texans fans — what was your biggest frustration from yesterday’s game? The hour wraps with What’s Popping in the world of sports and entertainment.

John Lopez delivers his OG Passing Thoughts following the Texans’ loss to the New England Patriots, breaking down what stood out most, what’s most concerning, and what it all might mean going forward. Plus, Lunch-Time Confessions sparks a discussion as Figgy says he wants a follow-up from DeMeco Ryans, and the hour wraps with Winners & Losers of the Weekend.

ITL continues with more Passing Thoughts from the Texans’ loss to the Patriots, digging deeper into what still doesn’t sit right and what deserves a second look. Plus, Figgy explains how the Texans game completely wrecked his morning routine. The hour wraps with DeMeco Ryans speaking to the media during his weekly Monday press conference, and the crew reacts to what stood out most.

Figgy explains how the Texans game completely wrecked his morning routine.

Lunch-Time Confessions sparks a discussion as Figgy says he wants a follow-up from DeMeco Ryans

John Lopez delivers his OG Passing Thoughts following the Texans’ loss to the New England Patriots, breaking down what stood out most, what’s most concerning, and what it all might mean going forward.

ITL opens up the phone lines to hear from Texans fans — what was your biggest frustration from yesterday’s game?

Around The NFL reacts to a wild weekend of playoff games, highlighted by the Bills firing head coach Sean McDermott and more league-shaking news.

QOTD: What was the real-world equivalent of yesterday’s game?

The crew looks back at the biggest what-if and sliding-door moments from Texans–Patriots

There’s no more defending C.J. Stroud after yesterday. The path was clear, the defense was great, and the opportunity was there — so what did that performance actually tell us about him? ITL digs into whether this was just a bad game or something more revealing, and asks the hard question: will Stroud ultimately be the guy?

In The Loop w/ John Lopez & Reggie Adetula FULL SHOW January 16th 2026

John Lopez & Reggie Adetula are confused as to why some think that Patriots QB Drake Maye should scare the Texans. Also, the Rockets are struggling, as they are coming off a blowout loss against the Thunder. Reggie & John think the problems run deep. The fellas then have their Question of the Day: Who Needs To Be Put In Their Place?

Reggie & John go Around the NFL and you know it's Friday, so you know it's time for some B-Scott from Hiram Clarke! Plus, they all see What's Poppin!

Reggie & John get down to what the Texans offense needs to do to be successful in New England. Plus, they hit their Lunchtime Confessions. And is baseball dead?

Reggie & John give their predictions for Sunday's AFC Divisional Game! Also, Reggie takes over for Figgy in the Mixtape.... and he expresses his love for Cam Newton. The fellas then draft the weekend.

Reggie takes over the Mixtape by showing his love for Cam Newton!

Reggie & John give their predictions for Sunday's AFC Divisional Game!