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In The Loop

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Houston Texans
Houston Rockets
Houston Astros
Houston
NFL Draft
Astros
Houston, United States
Offensive Line
World Baseball Classic
CJ Stroud
NCAA Tournament
Kevin Durant
Texans
NFL
National Football League
Wyatt Teller
Lance Mccullers Jr.
Carlos Correa
Rockets
Las Vegas Raiders

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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Latest Episodes

ITL dives into the growing frustration surrounding the Houston Astros and asks the big question: is this stretch simply brutal luck, or are fans finally watching a version of the Astros that just isn’t very good anymore? The guys debate injuries, inc... more

ITL dives into the big question surrounding the Houston Astros right now—is this just a stretch of brutal luck, or are fans finally watching bad baseball from a team that’s no longer what it used to be? The guys debate the real truth about Houston, f... more

ITL goes Around The NFL, reacting to the Houston Texans signing Evan Hull after a rookie minicamp tryout, the Kansas City Chiefs lowkey appearing to reveal the order of their upcoming schedule before the official release, and more headlines from arou... more

ITL dives into the Houston Texans and asks an uncomfortable question—as confident as everyone is in the organization’s direction, are they still crossing their fingers a little too much in certain areas? The guys debate whether Houston is relying too... more

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Recent Guests

AQ Shipley
Former NFL offensive lineman, analysis contributor
NFL analyst
Episode: Best Of SportsRadio 610: Welcome to Houston, Keylan Rutledge
Luz Peña
Reporter, ABC 7
ABC 7
Episode: Figgy’s Mixtape: AI Store & Rail Talk
Keelan Rutledge
NFL offensive lineman recruit drafted by Texans, nicknamed "Big Red"
Houston Texans
Episode: Caserio & Rutledge Audio Reaction
John Harris
Draft night analyst and Texans broadcaster
Texans Radio/ESPN
Episode: Full Show - Thursday, April 23rd
Luke Morrow
Sports radio guest host filling in for John Lopez
Sportsradio 610 / In The Loop
Episode: HR 4 – Astros Identity Debate & Figgy’s Mixtape
Hayden S. Lucas
Guest joining for discussion on music opinions during the lunch-time confessions
Episode: Lunch-Time Confessions: Booking Flights Too Late
Chandler Rome
Sportswriter mentioned as having covered the Astros
Houston Chronicle
Episode: HR 4 – Astros Bats; Figgy’s Mixtape
Eric Edholm
NFL.com writer, referenced as the mock draft source
NFL.com
Episode: Texans NFL Mock Draft with In The Loop
Dennis Chum
Teacher, AD Hastings High School
AD Hastings High School
Episode: What's Poppin at the Houston Rodeo!

Hosts

John Lopez
Host of In The Loop
Reginald Adetula
Co-host of In The Loop
Edward Gilliard
Producer on In The Loop

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Landry?

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

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Suck_my_clit
    United States7 months 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 States9 months 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

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

- Positive reception of Reggie's presence and the Houston focus; fans appreciate the chemistry between Lopez, Adetula, and Figgy Fig.
- Viewers enjoy candid talk and guest-like segments, though some critique audio quality and pacing at times.
- Listeners praise the show for clear local sports insight and banter that feels authentic to Houston sports culture.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HR 2 – Around The NFL, Imai Return & What’s Popping
Q: What happened Tuesday before the game in the cage?
Correa describes an injury that led to his season-ending decision and outlines the immediate steps after the injury, including surgery planning and the timeline ahead.
Full Show - Tuesday, March 17th
Q: What grade would you give Nick Casario's offensive line approach so far this off-season?
The hosts give an A to A- for the overall plan, noting solid additions, higher floor, and options at center/guard, while acknowledging more moves could come.
Reacting to Nick Caserio on P&P
Q: Can you take us through the David Montgomery trade and what led to it?
Caserio frames the Montgomery move in terms of long-term fit, leadership, and the team's evolving makeup, stressing that discussions with other clubs are fluid and that acquiring players who can impact the locker room and the program is a priority, even as specifics evolve with negotiations.
Reacting to Nick Caserio on P&P
Q: Does Titus getting an extension in Cleveland, when he was traded there, factor into whether the Texans should extend him here?
Caserio describes a multifaceted calculation, noting that there are many factors behind each decision and that the reality is hard choices must be made to manage overall roster commitments, including potential extensions elsewhere and how they affect the team's future flexibility.
Bun B Joins ITL: Trill Town at RodeoHouston
Q: Do you feel weird not performing at the Houston lifestyle show this year, and how does that change the pressure for the remaining Rodeo performances?
He describes reduced stress around artist booking since he is no longer the sole organizer, allowing more focus on the Trill Town experience and a smoother overall Rodeo workflow.

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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?

This show centers on Houston sports with a sharp, opinionated spin, covering Texans football, Rockets basketball, Astros and MLB chatter, and Texas college sports. Conversations move quickly between game analysis, roster-building, salary cap moves, and coaching decisions, all delivered with humor and a strong local vibe. A notable strength is the banter-filled, data-informed approach that weaves national sports headlines into Houston's scene, often underscored by guest-like segments, listener interaction, and timely commentary on how league-wide moves affect local teams. The format tends to favor candid critiques, loyal fan energy, and a sense of community around Houston teams, making it appealing to listeners who want both strategic analys... more

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2. Luz Peña
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5. Luke Morrow
6. Hayden S. Lucas
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8. Eric Edholm

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