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In The Loop

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Houston Texans
Houston Astros
CJ Stroud
Houston
Houston Rockets
Texans
Astros
Houston, United States
World Cup
NFL
Yordan Alvarez
D'amico Ryans
Nick Caley
Lebron James
Houston Food Bank
Jayden Higgins
College Football
Major League Baseball
Nico Collins
Marlin Klein

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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95.7 The Fan presents a collection of the best Houston Texans debates and discussions this week from Payne & Pendergast, In the Loop and The Drive. With just over a week to go until the Texans begin their regular season slate, the crews discuss what ... more

In The Loop kicks off the show with John Lopez, Figgy and Shaun Bijani filling in for Reggie, reacting to the Astros taking three of four from the White Sox, capped off by a 6-2 win Thursday afternoon. The conversation then turns to the Texans after ... more

In The Loop kicks off the show with John Lopez, Figgy and Shaun Bijani filling in for Reggie, reacting to the Astros taking three of four from the White Sox, capped off by a 6-2 win Thursday afternoon. The guys discuss what stood out from the series ... more

In The Loop with John Lopez, Figgy and Shaun Bijani filling in for Reggie goes Around The NFL to hit the biggest stories from across the league. Then the guys dig into what NFL executives really think about the Texans, including whether Houston is a ... more

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Recent Guests

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
Roger Clemens
Hall of Fame pitcher, former Astros player
Former Houston Astros
Episode: Best Interviews on 95.7 The Fan: Watt, Clemens, Other Houston Icons Celebrate Our New Era
Rudy Tomjanovich
Rockets legend, Hall of Famer
Houston Rockets
Episode: Best Interviews on 95.7 The Fan: Watt, Clemens, Other Houston Icons Celebrate Our New Era
Marlon Klein
Second-round draft pick, tight end for the Texans
Houston Texans
Episode: Best Of 95.7 The Fan: Texans Preseason Reality Check & Astros Stretch-Run Panic
Marc Vandermeer
Houston Texans play-by-play broadcaster
Houston Texans
Episode: Figgy’s Mixtape: Arby’s Herpes Lawsuit, Mad Dad Vandermeer & More
Paul Wall
Houston rapper and local personality, guest on day of FM switch
Individual guest, Houston music/celebrity
Episode: Full Show - Thursday, August 13th
Brian Ching
Houston Dynamo legend
Dynamo / Pitch 25
Episode: Full Show - Thursday, August 13th
Raquel Rodriguez
WWE Intercontinental Women's Champion, Houston native
WWE (interview segment)
Episode: Full Show - Monday, August 10th
Cole Thompson
Texans beat reporter, joins from field
Sports radio broadcasting
Episode: Full Show - Monday, August 10th

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.

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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. The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley
2. Payne & Pendergast
3. Texans All Access
4. Stoots and Locker Texans Talk
5. Bleav in Texans

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1. Chris Myers
2. Roger Clemens
3. Rudy Tomjanovich
4. Marlon Klein
5. Marc Vandermeer
6. Paul Wall
7. Brian Ching
8. Raquel Rodriguez

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