Co-Host Patrick Storm sits down with Tyler Dunn from 'Go Long!' to break down the first 6 weeks of performance from rookie quarterbacks C.J. Stroud and Bryce Young. They also look ahead to Sunday's contest against the Carolina Panthers.
Co-Hosts John Crumpler and Patrick Storm are joined by Houston Texans beat writer Cole Thompson this episode. They start by debating whether or not it would be worthwhile for Houston to trade for Tampa Bay wide receiver Mike Evans. The trio then dives into a comprehensive game preview with strengths, weaknesses, potential 'X' factors, and predictions for DeMeco Ryans' first game as head coach.
Co-Hosts John Crumpler and Patrick Storm breakdown Houston's surprising roster cuts and their thoughts on the initial 53-man roster. The duo also speculates about potential future signings and a suspicious Reddit post on the availability of Nick Bosa
Co-Hosts John Crumpler and Patrick Storm are joined by former Houston Texans first round pick Brian Cushing. They start by discussing how his time playing at USC compared to other major college football programs in wake of the new University of Florida documentary. The group also tackles the evolution of linebackers, Wade Phillips, DeMeco Ryans' effect in Houston and so much more. Make sure to like and subscribe on YouTube in addition to wherever you get your podcasts. Check out texanswire.usato...
Co-Hosts John Crumpler and Patrick Storm discuss the monster performance from rookie Tank Dell in Houston's 20-9 win over New England. The duo wonders how much stock can truly be put into C.J. Stroud's debut and just how big a role Dell could find himself in.
Co-Hosts John Crumpler and Patrick Storm break down the injuries across the offensive line and what they mean for starter C.J. Stroud and the offense. The duo also breaks down Houston's first unofficial depth chart and which players they're most excited to see against the New England Patriots in the pre-season.
Co-Hosts John Crumpler and Patrick Storm give you their observations and thoughts after Day 4 of the 2023 Houston Texans' Training Camp. They talk about C.J. Stroud, the wide receiver group, Will Anderson's huge presence, and speculate on how good the secondary could be. Make sure to follow on YouTube @AnotherTexansPodcasts and to follow the hosts @JohnHCrumpler & @PatrickStormHTX. You can find all your coverage of the Houston Texans on USA Today SMG's the Texans Wire with daily articles, op...
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back and this week hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane discuss Houston's chances to get their first full win of the season when they take on the Chicago Bears in Week 3 at Soldier Field. Who deserves the blame for the offensive woes? Who needs to step up for the Texans to get a win? Can Week 3 be the game where RB Dameon Pierce finally bursts onto the scene?
This week on the Texans Talk Podcast, cohosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane break down the Houston Texans' "upset" tie of the Indianapolis Colts 20-20 after a bizarre ending. How disappointed should fans be based on the usage of Rex Burkhead and Dameon Pierce? Will Pierce quickly takeover the backfield or is this a development that fans will watch all season? What were the big takeaways from Houston's initial performance? Meanwhile, the Texans are fiercely preparing for a difficult road game in De...
This week on the Texans Talk Podcast co-hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane preview the Week 1 contest against the Indianapolis Colts. Can the defense shutdown Jonathan Taylor and new quarterback Matt Ryan? Will Davis Mills and Dameon Pierce do enough to move the ball against a stout Colts defense? The duo debates what fair expectations are against one of AFC's projected playoff teams. Later, they discuss how to feel about veterans Christian Kirksey and Jerry Hughes being named captains. The two a...
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back and hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane kick around the latest idea that Houston should trade two-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil to the Dallas Cowboys, who are experiencing problems with Tyron Smith out for months with a hamstring injury. John and Mark also take a look at what they want to see from the Texans' first-teamers as the preseason concludes with the San Francisco 49ers.
This week on the "Texans Talk Podcast," hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane are back to recap their experience at Houston training camp and the Texans' preseason victory over the New Orleans Saints. Does rookie Dameon Pierce's huge game give him the greenlight to start over Marlon Mack and Rex Burkhead against the Los Angeles Rams? Is there cause to be concerned about Davis Mills and the first team offense's disappointing performance? What kind of plays and efforts will actually translate from Hou...
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back and this week cohosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane go over the highlights from the first week of training camp. One of the more notable storylines is how second-round safety Jalen Pitre is finding ways to make plays and appears to be the talk of his fellow teammates. John and Mark also go over some of the roster concerns that are still evident with the team.
The Houston Texans kickoff training camp July 29 at Houston Methodist Training Center, and hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane provide a glimpse into what to expect for the first week of camp. What storyline is going to reign supreme after the first week of camp? Is anticipation the best thing that the Texans have had going for them throughout the offseason? How much attention will Davis Mills get from the media throughout camp? What position battle is worth keeping an eye on throughout camp?...
The "Texans Talk Podcast" returns and cohosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane take a look at the Houston Texans' linebacking corps, which was ranked No. 31 overall in a recent Pro Football Focus evaluation. John and Mark also take a look at the assistant coaches on the staff and ask who could make a name for themselves in 2022, pending the Texans have a good season.
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back and former Houston Texans cornerback Johnathan Joseph joins cohosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane to discuss the latest happenings with the Texans. The two-time Pro Bowler provides insight as to what Derek Stingley can bring to the secondary and the path he faces as the team's first-round cornerback. Joseph also discusses some of his favorite moments in Texans history and also which defenses he thought were the best in team history.
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back with another episode, and hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane take a look at how the Houston Texans have placed resources around quarterback Davis Mills to succeed in his second year in the NFL. John and Mark also examine Lovie Smith's Tampa 2 defense and how it may have a little bit more of a "disguise element" than other versions of the Tampa 2 defense.
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back and hosts John Crumper and Mark Lane take a look at how the Houston Texans roster is graduating from a veteran-heavy roster to one that is counting on youth — quite the contrast to 2021 when the Texans had the oldest roster in the NFL with an average age of 21.
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back just in time for OTAs as the Houston Texans continue transition from the player acquisition phase of the offseason to spring workouts. How did the Texans do in the early part of the offseason? Hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane provide grades for the Texans with free agency and the draft taken in totality. The Texans also have some absences at OTAs in Maliek Collins and Laremy Tunsil. Should fans be worried? What is the five-game stretch on the schedule that will...
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back and this week cohosts Mark Lane and John Crumpler take a look at why quarterback Davis Mills just seems to get ignored by the national media. This week's episode also outlines what three storylines need to come out of rookie minicamp. Eric Galko from the East-West Shrine Bowl also stops by to talk about the Texans' final three picks of the 2022 NFL draft in Stanford DL Thomas Booker, Oregon State TE Teagan Quitoriano, and LSU OT Austin Deculus.
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back, and this week hosts Mark Lane and John Crumpler give their grades on Houston's 2022 NFL draft class. How did the Texans make out with their nine-man draft class? Find out what grades they were given. Other topics that are discussed on this episode include what needs to happen in the 2023 offseason, what stories need to be coming out of NRG Stadium during offseason workouts, and why the Kansas City Chiefs seem to have an affinity for former Texans defensive back...
The Texans Talk Podcast is back with a special edition to visit with former SMU receiver Danny Gray on draft day. The former Dallas James Madison High School product talks about his journey in college football, including spending the first two years of his collegiate career playing for Blinn College in Brenham, Texas, just between Austin and Houston. Gray also talks about what he will bring to a new NFL team.
The Texans Talk Podcast is back with a special edition as host John Crumpler talks with former Michigan running back Hassan Haskins about what he expects when the 2022 NFL draft kicks off. Haskins also talks about what type of contact he has had with the Texans throughout the draft process. Consider that receivers coach and pass game coordinator Ben McDaniels was an assistant at Michigan through the 2020 season, and offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton also worked with Jim Harbaugh up in Ann Arbor...
Former Baylor Bears running back Abram Smith joins host John Crumpler to talk about what he expects for the NFL draft, what he could contribute to the Houston Texans' backfield, and a lot more in this exclusive interview.
The "Texans Talk Podcast" is back with a look at one of the more outstanding receivers in the 2022 NFL draft class, former Arkansas WR Treylon Burks. Hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane bring on Warren (AR) High School coach Bo Hembree to get a better insight into who Burks' heart, his past, and how he carries himself off the field. Houston also possesses two first-round picks. What is the best combination of first-rounders the Texans can come up with to end Day 1 of the draft? The Texans are bank...
The Texans Talk Podcast welcomes legendary football writer John McClain, who spent 47 years with the Houston Chronicle, to discuss where the Texans may go in the 2022 NFL draft. Is there really a chance Houston goes with an offensive lineman at No. 3 overall rather than later at No. 13 overall? "The General" also talks about what the Texans hope to see from Davis Mills as the former third-round pick from Stanford enters his second season. Also how close were the Texans to actually hiring Josh Mc...
The Houston Texans appear to be intent to take a cornerback in the 2022 NFL draft. Whether the Texans use their No. 3 overall pick on Cincinnati CB Ahmad Gardner or go with Florida CB Kaiir Elam in Round 2, Houston seems to have made cornerback a big priority. Host John Crumpler and Mark Lane also reflect on the career of former Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus, who announced his retirement on April 6.
Dr. Lyle Cain, team surgeon for the Alabama football program and orthopedic surgeon at Andrews Sports Medicine , joins the podcast to talk about the ACL injuries for wideouts Jameson Williams and John Metchie. What better person to ask about the prognosis for the two Crimson Tide receivers than the man who performed the surgeries himself?
The Texans Talk Podcast is back and this week's big topic is what should the Houston Texans do if Ole Miss QB Matt Corral is available in Round 2 of the 2022 NFL draft? Hosts John Crumpler and Mark Lane also kick around the idea of how NC State G-T Ikem Ekwonu fits into Houston's draft plans along with what a favorable first four games to the season would look like for the Texans.
"The Texans Talk Podcast" is back for another episode. Rivers McCown joins the podcast to talk about the state of the franchise as it pertains to the culture. What exactly is general manager Nick Caserio building on Kirby Drive? Hosts Mark Lane and John Crumpler also talk with Rivers about how the Texans approached free agency, and where the team could go in the draft. Is Rivers in on the Kyle Hamilton hype? What would he do with the extra Round 1 pick at No. 13 overall? Be sure to subscribe to ...
