Texas Sports Nation
675 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsInsights, lively discussion and, of course, debate from Houston Chronicle writers as they take on the most current hot-button topics in sports.
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What’s the latest with coaching search?
January 12, 2021 17:10 - 9 minutes - 9.09 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson look at where the Texans’ coaching search stands and what candidates may still be interviewed on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John McClain talks to Mike Reiss about new Texans GM Nick Caserio
January 08, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain chats with longtime ESPN Patriots reporter Mike Reiss about new Texans GM Nick Caserio’s time in New England and what he brings to his new job on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Mike Reiss. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What degree of changes coming to Texans?
January 07, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.88 MBWhat degree of changes coming to Texans? The Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson look ahead to what roster changes could be coming under the Texans’ new regime on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John McClain, Ted Johnson on Nick Caserio’s path to Texans GM
January 07, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain talks to former Patriots linebacker and current Boston sports radio host Ted Johnson on Nick Caserio’s path to becoming the Texans’ general manager. Johnson, who also hosted at Sports Radio 610, has a message for Texans fans and media upset about the hire, on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listen...
Get to know new Texans GM Nick Caserio
January 06, 2021 18:20 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s Aaron Wilson discusses his chats with other NFL executives on what the Texans are getting in new general manager Nick Caserio on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new GM for Texans and the coaching search
January 06, 2021 17:03 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBThe Chronicle’s John McClain and Brian T. Smith break down why the Texans went with Nick Caserio as general manager and where the Texans will likely look for a head coach. Connect with John McClain and Brian Smith. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Texans coaching possibilities to consider
January 06, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.73 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss head coaching possibilities for the Texans now that the season is over on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From A to F, McClain grades the 2020 Texans
January 05, 2021 18:44 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBJohn McClain discusses his grades for the 2020 Texans season and what went into the marks he handed out. Connect with John McClain. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is this the time for Texans, Nick Caserio?
January 05, 2021 18:05 - 6 minutes - 5.64 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson delve into the Texans’ general manager search and candidates, with a focus on Patriots personnel executive Nick Caserio, on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
J.J. Watt’s rant and what to expect in week 17
December 30, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson chat about J.J. Watt’s fiery rant, what to expect in the season finale against the Titans and who’s going to play Sunday on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet the Texans’ GM, head coach candidates
December 29, 2020 18:09 - 10 minutes - 9.74 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss who they figure are and will be candidates for the Texans’ general manager and head coach vacancies on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another Texans head-shaker and two more to go
December 23, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.99 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson examine another vexing Texans loss to the Colts and look ahead to this week’s home game against the Bengals on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Texans’ interviews for GM, coach begin
December 22, 2020 19:25 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss the Texans’ interviews with GM candidate Louis Riddick of ESPN and former Colts coach Jim Caldwell. They also look at the Texans’ Pro Bowl selections on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Texans beat up and playing out the string
December 16, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson review the Texans’ injury situation and discuss how they should use their younger players over the final three games on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Where does Texans’ search for GM, coach stand?
December 15, 2020 17:57 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain looks at the latest developments in the Texans’ search for a new general manager and head coach on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looking back and ahead to Bears
December 09, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson look back at the Texans’ disastrous ending against the Colts and preview Sunday’s game in Chicago, which they forecast as a Houston victory. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What does advisory group mean for Texans’ GM, coach search?
December 08, 2020 20:37 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss the Texans’ advisory group including Hall of Fame coaches Tony Dungy and Jimmy Johnson assisting with the team’s search for a new general manager and coach. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sizing up another Rockets blockbuster
December 03, 2020 18:37 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan Feigen, Jerome Solomon and Brian T. Smith discuss the Rockets’ trade of Russell Westbrook for John Wall, what the team is getting in Wall, James Harden’s leadership and other team topics on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with Jonathan Feigen, Jerome Solomon and Brian T. Smith. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking down Texans vs. Colts
December 02, 2020 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.97 MBBreaking down Texans vs. Colts The Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson size up the Texans’ home game against the Colts and if they can win minus the suspended Will Fuller and Bradley Roby – could they have won with them anyway? – on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gauging impact of Texans’ key suspensions
December 01, 2020 16:33 - 10 minutes - 9.65 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss the six-game PED suspensions handed out to the Texans’ Will Fuller and Bradley Roby and what the bans mean to the players and the team on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looking ahead to Texans’ Thanksgiving game
November 25, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.48 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson break down the Texans’ Thanksgiving Day game at Detroit and what a win would mean for the team on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Texans win and coaching chatter
November 24, 2020 18:42 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson analyze the Texans’ win over the Patriots and discuss the latest in the team’s head-coaching search on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking down Texans-Patriots
November 18, 2020 12:00 - 9 minutes - 8.44 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson size up the Texans’ home game against the Patriots and look at how far both teams have fallen since their last meeting on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Unpacking Rockets' offseason drama
November 18, 2020 00:34 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBThe Houston Chronicle's Jonathan Feigen and Brian T. Smith discuss the Rockets' complicated offseason, including what the Rockets should do after James Harden indicated he wants out of Houston, whether Russell Westbrook can be moved and more team issues on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with Jonathan Feigen and Brian Smith. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
Texans’ mistakes by the lake
November 17, 2020 17:41 - 9 minutes - 8.81 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson revisit the Texans’ loss in Cleveland, what went wrong and what has to improve on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Texans win, but not without issues
November 10, 2020 17:46 - 10 minutes - 9.83 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson look back at the Texans’ win at Jacksonville, focusing on their defensive issues minus Bradley Roby and how well Deshaun Watson played on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What to expect as the Texans return
November 03, 2020 16:10 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss the Texans’ return from their off week to play at Jacksonville this weekend and what to expect over the next month on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Texans struggle into bye week
October 28, 2020 11:30 - 8 minutes - 7.52 MBAs the Texans take a much-needed bye week, John McClain and Aaron Wilson dig into some of the team's most obvious problems. Example: an offense averaging 85 rushing yards per game and a pass defense that has given up 17 touchdown passes — only Atlanta has given up more. The Texans' next game is Nov. 8 at Jacksonville. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
Really? Trade J.J. Watt?
October 27, 2020 18:53 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBJohn McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss the media chatter about the Texans trading J.J. Watt, plus the difficulty of making trades in the COVID era. They also suggest a couple players the team might consider trading if they could. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking down Texans-Packers
October 21, 2020 11:30 - 8 minutes - 8.08 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson preview the Texans’ home game against the Packers and discuss the challenges presented by Aaron Rodgers and Aaron Jones on this edition of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A wild game and bold call for Texans
October 20, 2020 21:04 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss Romeo Crennel’s much-debated 2-point decision and analyze the Texans’ overtime loss to the Titans on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What’s on deck for Astros?
October 20, 2020 17:49 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWhat’s on deck for Astros? Chandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer look back on an eventful season and assess the personnel decisions to come, starting with George Springer. Connect with Chandler Rome. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking down Texans at Titans
October 14, 2020 16:51 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson preview the Texans’ road game Sunday against the undefeated Titans and discuss whether the team would have any interest in running back Le’Veon Bell on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A win and a key loss for Texans
October 13, 2020 16:53 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson analyze the Texans’ win over the Jaguars and discuss how the loss of linebacker Benardrick McKinney will affect the defense the rest of the season on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s Astros-Rays for the AL pennant
October 10, 2020 05:24 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBChandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer analyze a Championship Series pitting Houston’s revived swagger against Tampa Bay’s deep and daunting pitching staff. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looking ahead to Texans-Jaguars
October 07, 2020 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.93 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson break down the 0-4 Texans’ home game against the Jaguars amid a coaching change on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adios, O’Brien and what’s next
October 06, 2020 16:18 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss the Texans’ firing of coach/GM Bill O’Brien, what to expect with interim coach Romeo Crennel and possible candidates for the coach and GM jobs on this episode of the Texans Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Astros need their ‘A’ game against Oakland
October 02, 2020 14:12 - 23 minutes - 22 MBChandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer analyze the Division Series matchup between AL West rivals and what the transition to a best-of-five set means for Dusty Baker’s usage of pitchers. Connect with Chandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Texans are sitting at 0-3
September 30, 2020 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBHouston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss the Texans’ 0-3 start and what they have to do to beat the also winless Vikings — assuming the game is played amid COVID-19 uncertainty — on Sunday at NRG Stadium on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Time for Texans to bring in Earl Thomas?
September 29, 2020 17:16 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBTime for Texans to bring in Earl Thomas? The Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss whether the Texans should sign free-agent safety Earl Thomas and revisit Sunday’ loss at Pittsburgh on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Astros start anew in playoffs
September 28, 2020 19:01 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBThrow the sub.-500 record out the window. Chandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer break down the Wild Card series against the Twins and discuss some of the factors unique to postseason baseball in 2020. Connect with Chandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How can Texans win in Pittsburgh?
September 23, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson preview the Texans’ game against the Steelers and what it would take to pull off an upset in Pittsburgh on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why the Texans sit at 0-2
September 22, 2020 18:14 - 9 minutes - 8.57 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson analyze what went wrong in the Texans’ loss to the Ravens to drop them to 0-2 on this edition of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can anyone give Astros the kick they need?
September 21, 2020 19:52 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBChandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer explain why the team misses more than Justin Verlander’s arm and discuss whether a lingering malaise can be remedied as the playoffs beckon. Connect with Chandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking down Texans vs. Ravens
September 16, 2020 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson preview the Texans’ home opener against Baltimore, offer their predictions and discuss whether a 0-2 start is inevitable on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thoughts on Texans’ Week 1
September 15, 2020 18:09 - 9 minutes - 8.6 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson analyze the performance of the Texans’ offensive and defensive units in their season-opening loss at Kansas City on this episode of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Playoffs no guarantee for Astros
September 15, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBChandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer break down a dismal road trip, a brewing battle with Seattle, and Justin Verlander’s narrowing window for a 2020 comeback. Connect with Chandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking down Texans-Chiefs opener
September 09, 2020 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson break down the Texans’s Thursday night opener at Kansas City and make their predictions. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11 road games, no Mike Fiers for Astros
September 04, 2020 19:45 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBChandler Rome and Steve Schaeffer preview a crucial West Coast swing that will bring roster reinforcements but, yet again, no matchup against the A’s pitcher who blew the whistle on sign-stealing. Connect with Steve Schaeffer and Chandler Rome. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Which Texans cuts will surprise?
September 03, 2020 19:12 - 6 minutes - 5.64 MBThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain and Aaron Wilson discuss Wednesday’s Texans scrimmage and each predict one surprising roster cut before the Saturday afternoon deadline on this edition of the Texas Sports Nation podcast. Connect with John McClain and Aaron Wilson. Support the show: https://offers.houstonchronicle.com/?offerid=125&origin=newsroom&ipid=podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.