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In The Loop

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Houston Texans
CJ Stroud
Houston Astros
Houston
Houston Rockets
Texans
Astros
NFL
World Cup
Houston, United States
College Football
Yordan Alvarez
D'amico Ryans
Nick Caley
Andre Johnson
Lebron James
Buffalo Bills
Houston Food Bank
Nico Collins
Jayden Higgins

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 ra... more

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In The Loop opens the show with a different conversation surrounding C.J. Stroud and asks whether he’s suddenly becoming the most sympathetic figure in the Texans building, or if you’re at least starting to better understand what he’s dealing with of... more

In The Loop opens the show with a different conversation surrounding C.J. Stroud. With everything going on around the Texans offense, is Stroud suddenly becoming the most sympathetic figure in the building? Even if you’re not ready to go that far, ar... more

In The Loop goes Around The NFL with some of the biggest stories from across the league, including Jerry Jones saying he doesn’t see the NFL putting an expansion team in Europe and Brian Flores continuing to show just how much he loves bringing press... more

In The Loop reacts to DeMeco Ryans getting a little snippy with the media yesterday, but was his frustration really about the line of questioning, or was there something bigger behind it? The guys discuss whether DeMeco’s reaction might say more abou... more

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Recent Guests

Mina Kimes
Analyst, film study contributor
ESPN / media analyst
Episode: Full Show - Tuesday, September 15th
David Hill
Producer behind the glass, guest on this episode
95.7 The Fan
Episode: ITL Hour 3- Should the Astros Bring Back Alex Cora?, Lunch Time Confessions, College Football Week 1 Six-Pack,
Paul Gallant
Co-host guest in for Reginald and John
95.7 The Fan (Houston)
Episode: Lunch Time Confessions
Chris Barty
Guest co-host substituting for regular crew
Unspecified
Episode: Will the Texans Offensive Line become Legit?
Kashan Booty
Texans wide receiver, recent Patriots acquisition
Houston Texans
Episode: Best Of Texans on 95.7 The Fan: All Eyes on CJ Stroud as Week 1 Approaches
Jemele Hill
Former ESPN reporter/host
Unspecified
Episode: Figgy’s Mixtape: Stephen A. vs. Cari & Jemele, Wild City Council Proposal & Voicemails
Cari Champion
Former ESPN First Take host
Unspecified
Episode: Figgy’s Mixtape: Stephen A. vs. Cari & Jemele, Wild City Council Proposal & Voicemails
Ian Rapoport
NFL insider, featured via clip discussing Texans contract dynamics
NFL Media
Episode: Why C.J. Stroud Betting On Himself Isn’t Really That Bold?
Chris Myers
Two-time Pro Bowler for the Houston Texans, former broadcaster
Former Houston Texans player; broadcaster
Episode: HR 3 – Chris Myers Talks Texans O-Line & Higgins Injury, Lunch-Time Confessions & Judge John Lopez

Hosts

John Lopez
Host with long-running Houston sports radio presence; delivers traditional Houston sports perspective with a focus on roster moves and game-day analysis.
Reggie Adetula
Co-host providing energetic, opinionated takes with strong on-air banter.
Edward Gilliard
Producer who contributes to on-air dynamics and segment construction; known on-air as Figgy Fig.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Landry?

    Love when Brandon Scott and Luke fill in for “in the loop”.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Suck_my_clit
    United Statesa year ago
  • bruh

    dudes are playing Dr Umar clips now— this show fell off so hard over the past few years

    Reggie is a pro

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    5starok
    United Statesa year ago
  • 👍

    Like the new guy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samnleec
    United States2 years ago
  • Reggie!

    So happy to be able to follow Reggie from DFW to Htown! #TOLO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessero83
    United States2 years ago
  • Only one issue

    Great show! Great content! Only issue is that when they play recorded audio, it’s way too loud. When they go back to their own talk show host, the audio is way too low!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Laz-O
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners mention mic/audio balance issues but praise the hosts' energy and chemistry.
Fans value on-site training camp insights and candid guest segments that offer fresh perspectives.
Listeners appreciate how the show combines local Houston sports with broader NFL and MLB discussions.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Full Show - Wednesday, August 19th
Q: What impact will Jayden Higgins's injury have on the Texans' passing game and play calling?
The panel agrees Higgins's absence creates a notable drop in explosive plays and vertical threats, increasing reliance on Xavier Hutchinson and other receivers to step up, while potentially forcing adjustments in protection and run-pass balance.
HR 1 – A New Era For 95.7 The Fan, Texans Tight Ends & Paul Wall Joins ITL
Q: Tex-Mex or barbecue?
Paul Wall picks Chicano barbecue as his preferred style.
HR 3 - Vinatieri Is A Great Kicker... But Not A Good Comedian
Q: What did Vinatieri do differently in his Hall of Fame speech?
He injected humor and personal jokes, including roast-like lines about coaches, which stood out compared to more traditional speeches.
Cal and Hannah McNair Join Us Once Again To Talk About Clowney And More!
Q: Can I ask you guys this? It fascinates me, what was it, the last three years that Josh Allen has played here.
The panelists acknowledge superstition and acknowledge that outcomes vary year to year, suggesting focus on the present season and game-to-game adjustments rather than predictions based on past coincidences.
Texans Defensive Line Coach Rod Wright Joins In The Loop!
Q: How does the group approach pressuring the quarterback while maintaining accountability across the unit?
We establish a foundation, then layer in pressure concepts; the goal is to be unpredictable yet cohesive, with every guy understanding what the others are doing and how we fit together on each play.

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Frequently Asked Questions About In The Loop

What is In The Loop about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two Houston-based sports talk hosts deliver sharp, debate-heavy coverage of local teams with frequent forays into NFL, MLB, and college football storylines. Episodes blend on-field analysis from Texans training camps, roster battles, and game-day breakdowns with cross-promotional interviews and colorful local flavor, anchored by strong banter and a clear Houston fan perspective. A recurring strength is turning immediate practice updates and roster nitty-gritty into accessible takes for listeners who want both tactical insight and relatable, hometown commentary. A notable asset is the show's ability to spotlight guest appearances—from visiting athletes to cross-sport stars—while maintaining a cohesive Houston-centric narrative.

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1. Mina Kimes
2. David Hill
3. Paul Gallant
4. Chris Barty
5. Kashan Booty
6. Jemele Hill
7. Cari Champion
8. Ian Rapoport

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