Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans Podcast

Is CJ Stroud's fresh cut a symbolic fresh start? Why the 2026 salary cap puts pressure on Houston's competitive window.

Examining how Houston would've fared against the Broncos & Seattle (had they advanced), if the CJ-hate is rooted in audience size, and the implications of coaching changes around the league.

Examining GM Nick Caserio's vague, evasive, and sometimes contentious press conference and trying to understand if the Texans front office really understands what it takes to break through their Divisional ceiling.

After a terrible game in Pittsburgh, CJ Stroud's followup performance in New England now raises even more questions about the viability of Houston's franchise quarterback. The defense was not without blame as Drake Maye was able to make game-winning plays in the clutch, but all eyes are on Houston's offense as the team enters another offseason wondering what could've been.

For the 3rd straight year, Houston advances to the Divisional Round but, standing in their way between them and their first ever AFC Conference game is the New England Patriots. Will the Texans defense bring the swarm mentality into Foxborough and continue the magical run one step closer to their dreams of a Super Bowl?

The Texans defense swarmed, their running backs carved up the Steelers, all while Stroud had one of the most head-scratching games of his young career.

The Texans enter the playoffs riding a 9 game win streak but face a tough Steelers team on the road. What needs to break Houston's way to grab their first road playoff victory?

In a game that encapsulated Houston's season, it wasn't pretty but fittingly ended on a defensive turnover and score. The Texans on Tap crew give their season grades and the big picture implications of the 2025 regular season as the Texans await their playoff opponent.

The Texans look to take care of business against the spiraling Colts to put an exclamation mark on the season, secure their 9th win in a row, but what will Indy have to say about it in the season finale?

After a red-hot start to the game, the Texans offense struggled to do anything right but, as is their trademark, the defense held the Chargers to just 16 points as Houston clinches their 3rd straight playoff berth after starting the season 0-3.

Can Houston steal a victory on the road in Los Angeles to secure their 8th straight win and stay in the hunt for the Division?

The Texans narrowly avoid disaster and defeat the Raiders. Was Sunday just a rough day at the office or are there bigger, underlying issues that haunt this team down the road?

Houston's positioned to take advantage of another floundering team in the Raiders with the opportunity to extend the Texans win-streak to seven games. What stands in their way and how much does the loss of Tim Settle and Mario Edwards set back their defense?

Even with Woody Marks going down with an injury early, Houston cruises to an easy 20 point blowout win over Arizona to improve to 9-5 on the season. What does this incredible season turnaround say about Houston?

Will the Texans have a KC hangover or be ready to feast on roasted red birds? The streaking 8-5 Texans host to flailing Cardinals in what should be an ideal opportunity to get their offense right. The real question is, will they?

The Texans go to KC and take a huge win over the Chiefs that all but ends their playoff big while getting one step closer to Houston grabbing their 3rd straight playoff berth.

The Texans head to Arrowhead Stadium looking to take their 5 straight victory against a Chiefs team whose backs are against the wall. What could tilt the fortunes of this game and what will be the keys for Houston's offense to control the tempo of the game the way they did in Indy?

It was ugly and, at times, controversial but Houston holds on down the stretch to take their 4th straight victory, improving their season record to 7-5!

For the fourth straight week, the Texans face their "most important game of the season" but this one is almost impossible to predict given the likely return of CJ Stroud. Can Houston disrupt the Division by taking a crucial game on the road versus a tough Colts team?

Houston wins their most important game of the season at home facing a dangerous Buffalo offense lead by Josh Allen and James Cook. While it was pretty, it was a nightmare for Allen as he ran for his life from Will Anderson Jr and the Texans relentless pass rush!

The Texans defeated the Bills last season in a thriller but will likely have to face them this time without CJ Stroud. Can Houston take advantage of Buffalo's biggest weakness on defense to secure one of the most unlikely wins of the season?

It was closer than Texans fans would've hoped but Houston survives in Tennessee and keeps their hopes alive for a wildcard berth or better.

Could the Texans have found their winning formula on the o-line before Stroud makes it back from concussion protocol? Will Texans-Titans be the blowout on the field that it looks like on paper?

Down 29-10 going into the 4th quarter, Houston runs off 21 unanswered offensive points and then seals the game on a defensive pick 6. The Texans on Tap crew breaks down the second-largest comeback in franchise history and most unlikely win of the season.

What the lack of trades at the deadline says about the organization's outlook. Is Demeco Ryans covering for his embattled Offensive Coordinator? How will the Texans score points against the Jaguars without their starting QB, Kicker, and perhaps more?

Houston's offense struggled all day but took a turn for the worst following a nasty hit to CJ Stroud. How close are we to seeing accountability at the GM position?

The embattled Texans o-line will have their work cut out for them facing the NFL's #1 pass rush in the Denver Broncos. Can Houston ride their momentum from week 8 and claw back to .500? Plus: Demeco Ryans gets spicy with the media!

The Texans flipped the script from Monday to Sunday, dominating the 49ers in most aspects of the game. Can Houston carry over this momentum to salvage their season?

Can Texans salvage the season by beating the Niners at NRG? Plus: How long will Stroud be a Texan?

It was a Monday Night Nightmare in Seattle as the Texans looked unprepared and overmatched by the Seahawks. Will this listless performance prompt changes around play-calling and, in the big picture, will Nick Caserio be held accountable for his inability to construct an o-line to protect CJ Stroud?

Can Houston ride their recent momentum to topple the Seahawks in Seattle? Are the Texans in the market for a new RB1?

Reactions to Houston's initial 53-man roster. Biggest surprises, disappointments, and areas to watch.

Analyzing how the o-line is taking shape, how the RB group looks after the preseason victory over the Panthers, reacting to the Metchie trade, and what to watch for during Texans-Lions.

Reacting to preseason news, injuries, and what the guys will be watching for during Panthers matchup in preseason game #2.

With the draft in the rearview, the Texans on Tap crew reacts to the 2025 Texans schedule release, highlight some of the top storylines heading into the season, check in on how Houston stacks up in the AFC South, look at darkhorses to watch for in the Division, and examine how well the front office helped fortify Houston's much-maligned offensive line.

The Texans swerved everyone on night 1 of the NFL Draft by trading back into the second round. Charlie, Josh, and Brandon give their reactions to Houston's second round selections!

Reactions to Houston Texans offseason moves and previewing their NFL draft possibilities!

Texans GM Nick Caserio has made some big, bold moves over the offseason. How does the team turn these moves into a net positive for the offense and is the defense now tops in the AFC?

With the playoff loss in the rearview, now its time for the Texans to retool for the 2025 season. There's plenty of work to do in addressing needs. What stands in Houston's way to build a team that can break through?

The Texans season ends in KC as Houston falls 23-14 to the Chiefs. The Texans shot themselves in the foot on special teams, the o-line cratered in the second half, were victims of egregious flags in favor of Patrick Mahomes, yet somehow kept this game close.

Following Houston's decisive win over the Chargers, they travel to a frigid Arrowhead Stadium to face a familiar playoff foe in the Chiefs. While the Texans are big underdogs in this matchup, what are some critical areas in which Houston can tilt the bout their direction?

The Texans recover from a disastrous start to suffocate LA defensively, forcing multiple turnovers, sacks, and wreaking havoc while CJ Stroud found his Super Man cape for the 32-12 victory to advance to the second round in consecutive years!

On this week's episode: Jets show interest in Bobby Slowik, Rex Ryan dismisses Houston in the most disrespectful way, and critical matchups to watch for during Chargers-Texans Wild Card Round clash!

Houston dominates the fake Oilers in Nashville to end the regular season. What sort of statement did CJ Stroud and the offense make ahead of the playoffs and what were the Texans final season grade?

Four Texans make the Pro Bowl, but one beast on defense gets snubbed. With just one game remaining in the regular season, the Texans focus on how to compete on Sunday with an eye to being the healthiest version of themselves entering the playoffs. Texans will host either the Chargers or Steelers in the first round. Which team is the better matchup for Houston?

Houston gets embarrassed on Netflix on Christmas, at home, by the might Ravens. Following such a brutal loss, where do the Texans go from here and are changes imminent?

With a depleted offensive line and wide receiving corps, the Texans face a daunting matchup against the Ravens on a short week. How can Houston pull off the upset against a Baltimore team that has historically had the Texans' number?

The Texans drop a disappointing loss to the Chiefs but suffer a more serious loss of Tank Dell to another gruesome leg injury. Where do the Texans go from here?

With Houston and KC both having their divisions locked up, its the Texans who have more to play for with potential playoff seeding hanging in the balance. Can Houston's high-powered defense do enough to keep Pat Mahomes and company from pulling off another clutch performance in KC?

Derek Stingley Jr and the Houston defense puts on a clinic grabbing 3 interceptions from Tua Tagovailoa, the last of which iced the game for the Texans. CJ Stroud and the offense did enough to hold off a pesky Dolphins to all-but-seal the AFC South for the Texans for a second season in a row.