Texans Insider Podcast

Houston Chronicle Texans insider Jonathan M. Alexander is joined by investigative reporter Dylan McGuinness to discuss their reporting in their latest story on the Texans exploring what it would take to build a new stadium, and how all of this came to be.   For background reading:   + Exclusive: Houston Texans may seek public money to build new football stadium + Why is Harris County on the hook for maintaining the Texans’ stadium? The answer lies in the Astrodome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander talk about the Texans decision to move on from Bobby Slowik, and discuss who they should hire as the next play-caller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren break down the Texans’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers, why it went well, and look ahead at their matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. They discuss whether the Texans can pull off the upset.   Further reading:   + Why the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs are the best matchup for the Houston Texans + How C.J. Stroud's miraculous plays sparked Texans to playoff win over Chargers. 'C.J.'s a baller' + DeMeco Ryans praises unsung heroes in win over Chargers. 'Everybody who suits up is our best player' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren breakdown the Texans wild-card matchup with the Chargers on Saturday and discuss whether Houston can make a run in the playoffs.   Further reading:   'It's a new season': Texans take step in the right direction with win over Titans as playoffs loom How do Houston Texans match up with Los Angeles Chargers in first-round playoff How Texans approach the playoffs after up-and-down season: 'Let's go play ... nothing else matters' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren break down the Texans embarrassing 31-2 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, and whether there should be concern about C.J. Stroud and the offense as they get set for the playoffs.   Further reading:   + With C.J. Stroud and the offense struggling, Texans are in dangerous territory ahead of playoffs   + What went wrong for C.J. Stroud in loss to Ravens: overthrows, miscues and sacks | Texans film study   + Texans are locked in at No. 4 seed in AFC playoffs. Who will they face?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren break down the Texans latest win over the Dolphins, and what that game showed. They also discuss whether the Texans have enough to be competitive in December.   Further reading:   + Houston Texans show formula that can work in playoffs: Create turnovers and capitalize | Alexander   + Houston Texans' C.J. Stroud, Nico Collins show their connective skills on TDs vs. Miami | Film study   + From Joe Mixon's ankle to AFC playoff seedings, what we learned in Houston Texans' win over Dolphins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren break down Azeez Al-Shaair’s suspension, what the NFL got wrong, and look ahead at their remaining four games and what they need to work on.   Further reading:   + Character assassination of Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair goes too far | Alexander   + What's with Christian Harris? Will Tank Dell get more action? | Houston Texans mailbag   + A win is a win, but Texans' coverage breakdowns must be rectified | Film study   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss how much trouble the Texans are in after their latest loss to the Tennessee Titans and answer readers’ Thanksgiving questions.   Further reading:   + The reality concerning Texans: Deeply flawed team isn't as good as we thought it was | Alexander + 5 things we learned from the Houston Texans' loss to the Tennessee Titans + Why Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon kept getting stopped in his tracks vs. Titans | Film study + Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud admits he's not playing up to his standard. 'I got to be better' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Houston Texans’ 34-10 win over the Dallas Cowboys, why they were better in the second half and what it means for their standing in the AFC.   Further reading:   + How C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans took step in right direction with strong second half against Cowboys   + 'Dancing to the end zone': Derek Barnett gives Texans boost with score on rare double-fumble play   + Nico Collins quickly shows why he's a game-changer for Texans as he returns in win over Cowboys   + 'Like Rocky beating Apollo Creed': Why Houston Texans' inaugural win over Cowboys still resonates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren talk about the Texans loss to the Lions, and answer questions from readers on the latest episode of Texans Insider Podcast.Further reading: Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confident WR Nico Collins will be ready to go vs. Cowboys Five things, including some positives, we learned from Houston Texans' Week 10 loss to Detroit Lions Houston Texans film room: How the Lions stuffed Joe Mixon and the running game The Houston Texans don't know how to finish. Collapse against the Detroit Lions is latest example Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Texans loss to the Jets and preview Houston’s game on Sunday Night Football versus the Detriot Lions in Week 10.   Further reading:   Texans' offense needs change after 'embarrassing' loss to Jets on Thursday Night Football | Analysis   Houston Texans film study: How pass rush vs. Jets changed without Will Anderson Jr. on field Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Houston Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss Stefon Diggs injury, takeaways from the win over the Colts, and their upcoming game against the New York Jets.   Further reading:   5 things we learned about the Houston Texans after their Week 8 win over the Indianapolis Colts   Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans isn't going negative on Kenyon Green                                                                                                              Houston Texans improve in win over Colts, but O-line still has issues protecting Stroud | Analysis   Houston Texans defense makes the stops on Colts it couldn't against Packers to preserve win Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren break down the Texans loss to the Packers, their level of concern moving forward, potential O-Line changes and where they go from here ahead of their game against the Colts. Further reading: Houston Texans' struggles in passing game brought to fore in loss to Packers | Analysis Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans intent on fixing O-line breakdowns by any means Houston Texans' Stefon Diggs on pregame altercation with Packers: 'I'm never the bigger person' 5 takeaways from the Houston Texans' loss to the Green Bay Packers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Houston Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Texans’ win over the Patriots, the suspension of defensive tackle Mario Edwards, and their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers.   Further reading: Texans' Mario Edwards suspended four games as fellow DL Denico Autry returns from suspension   Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans: Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love presents toughest challenge yet   Houston Texans show how a fierce running game can make life minus Nico Collins manageable | Analysis   5 takeaways from the Houston Texans' blowout victory over the Patriots   Will Anderson Jr. joins J.J. Watt in Houston Texans record book in win over New England Patriots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Houston Chronicle reporters Jonathan M. Alexander and Sam Warren discuss the Texans latest win over the Buffalo Bills, what it means, and look ahead at their matchup with the New England Patriots on Sunday.   Further reading:   Houston Texans' win over Buffalo Bills proves they can be elite. But it came with a price   5 takeaways from the Houston Texans' win over the Buffalo Bills   Texans film room: Defense's pressure thwarts Bills quarterback Josh Allen   Houston Texans receiver Nico Collins 'week to week' with hamstring injury suffered in win over Bills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices