Texans fans have been frustrated with offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik for quite some time. On a day that the Chicago Bears fired their offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, should Houston consider the same move? Is ownership potentially thinking about it? Plus, are the misfortunes of other teams - specifically the Dallas Cowboys - making you feel…

There was A LOT of buzz about a PLAYERS ONLY Texans team meeting after Houston's loss to the Jets last Thursday. From the sound of things, they had another one RIGHT AFTER the loss to the Lions...and might have ANOTHER one this week. Will that FINALLY get them back on track? Plus, my thoughts on everything said after last night's loss...including D…

There's lots of things to point at after yet another no show by the Texans in the second half. The offensive line, Bobby Slowik, hell even DeMeco Ryans. I mean, they were up 23-7 in a game where Jared Goff threw 5(!!!) interceptions. But this loss falls MOST at the feet of QB C.J. Stroud...Par Paul Gallant

Given the recent struggles of the offensive line, shouldn't they have done more??? JOIN the Gallant Says podcast LIVE on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/paulgallant or on Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/gallantsays.For more Paul, you can follow him on X https://twitter.com/gallantsays, Tik Tok https://tiktok.com/GallantSays, Instagram https://instagra…

WOOF. A WHOLE LOT of bad in this one. Where do the Texans go from here?Par Paul Gallant

The Texans WR tore his ACL during the third quarter of Sunday's 23-20 W. Has he played his last snap for Houston? And was the trade a failure? Plus, some thoughts on the Colts benching Anthony Richardson for Joe Flacco AND someone who hasn't been going to work of late.Par Paul Gallant

The Texans are 6-2, just swept their only real competition in the AFC South, and have yet to lose a game in conference. But between MORE offensive inconsistency, another serious injury, and the occasional defensive lapse, you've got to wonder if this team will ever put a complete game together.Par Paul Gallant

Yes, the Texans kept it close in spite of injury and lost at the final gun. But there's no moral Ws in the NFL. Houston lost Sunday because they were outcoached AND can't protect C.J. Stroud. A full breakdown of the Texans' 24 - 22 L in Green Bay, plus reaction to what was said after the game. JOIN the Gallant Says podcast LIVE on YouTube https://w…

LOL, the New York Jets lost again. Why do their fans keep coming back for MORE punishment?? (1:13 - 7:49) The Texans have a lot to clean up by season's end, but they're 5-1. How close are they to the league's best teams (the Chiefs, Vikings, Lions, & Ravens) through 6 weeks?? (7:57 - 20:14) Plus, while the Texans are getting offseason acquisition D…

The Texans FINALLY beat the Patriots in Foxboro in a rare blowout victory. A W that EASILY could have been by more. How are YOU feeling about it? Impressed? Still feeling like they're getting away with being sloppy?Par Paul Gallant

Perhaps I was a bit arrogant. 😅 Let's talk about why the Astros season came to such an abrupt end, and what's next.Par Paul Gallant

Framber Valdez had rough outing, and Tarik Skubal dominated the Astros lineup. And yet...I still feel confident in Houston's chances??Par Paul Gallant

The Texans are 3-1 and 2-0 in the AFC South. But today's 24 - 20 W was more frustrating than satisfying.Par Paul Gallant

The Texans suffered the most embarrassing loss of the DeMeco Ryans era, CRUSHED by Minnesota Vikings in 34 - 7 rout.Par Paul Gallant

cAn yOu beLiEvE LaReMy TuNsiL aNd StEfOn DiGgS wErEn'T aT oTaS?? (0:32 - 1:52)But on a serious note, I talked about everything that ACTUALLY mattered at this week's Texans OTA availability. (1:52 - 19:22)I also finally got to the Texans schedule release AND graded the always ridiculous post draft grades. (19:22 - 26:09)Finally, I watched Harrison B…

Framber Valdez has always been a roller coaster, but last night was special. Was it a one time thing? Or another symptom of a problem that might need removal? Plus, thoughts on an article I read about gymnast 🐐 / Houstonian Simone Biles AND the unpopularity of Harris County judge Lina Hidalgo.Par Paul Gallant

The Astros are off to a very slow start. I'm not pressing the panic button yet. But the way this team talks down to us about the struggles of certain players is driving me CRAZY. Whoever decided they should answer tough questions by referencing the "back of the baseball card" needs to be fired...and replaced by me. [for a nominal fee, of course]…

I talked about the latest massive Texans offseason splash - Houston trading a '25 2nd rounder to Buffalo for Stefon Diggs and some late round picks - and a WR dealing with ACTUAL off the field issues.Par Paul Gallant

No runs, a bad night of baserunning, and another bullpen disaster has the Houston Astros now at 1-5 after a 2-1 loss to the Blue Jays. What the hell is happening? Plus, some thoughts on...women's basketball?Par Paul Gallant

I talked about Ronel Blanco's VERY COOL no hitter to give the Houston Astros their first win in 2024, an ex-Astro who showed some loyalty against the Rangers, and a couple of controversial tweets...Par Paul Gallant

Paul talks about the Rockets 132 - 126 OT win over the Thunder, Jalen Green's INCREDIBLE game, plus Draymond Green's ejection and James Harden's return to Philly. Plus, when did everyone become a bridge expert?Par Paul Gallant

Yes. On day 2. I talked about the Danielle Hunter signing, the Joe Mixon trade, and more!Par Paul Gallant

The NFL Free Agency tampering window began Monday, and Houston fans are PISSED about a lack of Texans moves. Is that anger fair?Par Paul Gallant

I discussed the lack of podcasts the past month (0:26), why I hate the NFL combine (4:54), previewed Texans free agency (8:07), & discussed a busy week in politics (33:38).Par Paul Gallant

I kicked things off talking about the Texans DOMINATING NFL Honors night. After that, I explained why I'm jumping on the Chiefs bandwagon. And to wrap things up, I tried to wrap my head around the backlash to Tucker Carlson's interview with Vladimir Putin.Par Paul Gallant

The Astros signed legendary second baseman Jose Altuve to a $125 M contract extension. It will keep him in town through the 2029, when he turns 39. It's more a sentimental extension than a rational one, but Houston HAD to do it (1:01 - 9:49). Next, I weighed in on a chest-beating quote by 'Stros owner Jim Crane that relates to Alex Bregman's future…

I opened the show explaining why Chiefs / Patriots comparisons are...actually fair right now 🤮. After that, I explained why Sunday was another reason you should prefer C.J. Stroud to Lamar Jackson. And to wrap things up, I talked about the border crisis in Texas (it's actually nuanced! 😅) and a recent "experience" I had in Austin.…

I explain why Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik PROBABLY isn't leaving, the art of zagging and trolling in sports media, about politicians and their lack of self respect, plus a throwback Thursday history lesson!Par Paul Gallant

I opened things up discussing the Astros rolling the dice to sign Josh Hader (2:29) before divvying up the blame for Saturday night's Texans loss (12:53). After that, I wondered TRULY how distracted Houston's O.C. Bobby Slowik may have been before Saturday in Baltimore, testing my own ability to do my job AND apply for one (24:43). And to wrap thin…

It was ALMOST close. But when the second half began, the Texans got a COLD reality check in terms of how far away they are from being a TRUE Super Bowl contender. Hey, at least the future is bright! It's just hard to see that shine when you've got two black eyes from Baltimore's defense and running game. ☠…

On Saturday, the Texans have a chance to go somewhere they've NEVER been before: the AFC Championship. But to get there, they'll need to beat the 1 seed Baltimore Ravens, a team that's been the class of the AFC for the past couple of months? Do they have a chance? Are they playing with "house money"? How much have things changed for both teams? Do …

We know who the Texans will play in the divisional round: the Baltimore Ravens, who beat Houston 25 - 9 in week one. How much have things changed for both teams since then? Does anything remain the same? (1:47) Plus, why NFL football in the cold isn't the problem some softies are making it out to be (20:44). And...I hate marathons. (31:22)…

NRG Stadium was the most alive it's ever been as C.J. Stroud, DeMeco Ryans, and the Houston Texans beat the absolute SHIT out of the Cleveland Browns. They're on to the Divisional Round for the seventh time in franchise history...but this one feels different!Par Paul Gallant

I opened up the show explaining why I'm feeling MUCH more confident about the Houston Texans' chances against the Cleveland Browns in their Wild Card playoff showdown Saturday. (1:09) After that, I talked about my time covering Pete Carroll, who was politely fired by the Seahawks Wednesday. In case you didn't know, I became a big fan in my time wor…

I'm not kidding. In an After Peyton Manning world (APM), the Texans have more division titles than all but 3 teams in the NFL since 2011. It's largely due to the division's very depressing history of mediocre coaches and quarterbacks. But it's true, nonetheless! So let me tell you that history...Par Paul Gallant

Nico Collin's INSANE performance gave the #Texans offense all they needed. We'll see who they end up playing in the first round today. It's either hosting the Browns as division champs (need the Titans to beat the Jaguars), on the road against the Chiefs (if the Jags win AND the Dolphins win in Sunday night football), or on the road against the Bil…

To open things up, I discussed my hatred of the Colts [and the one sided nature of the Texans - Colts rivalry] (1:12) before explaining why this go round against the Texans should be different from what we saw in week 2. Should the Texans win, I laid out their possible playoff opponents, and the outcomes you should be rooting for Sunday (10:51). Af…

Yes, next week is do or die when it comes to #Texans playoff chances. But while we wait for that, let's appreciate how far these Houston Texans have come to wrap up 2023. Plus, C.J. Stroud is back! How did he fare? And why is Houston's defense SO GOOD against Tennessee, but so inconsistent against everyone else? That, [plus your thoughts!] on Houst…

It seems like Seahawks fans are about to have another great debate on their hands after Monday's W over Philly: Drew Lock or Geno Smith? I try to explain what needs to happen for the Texans to make the playoffs. And, the Boston Tea Party has been...cancelled?!?Par Paul Gallant

After opening up the the show PUMPED about the Patriots (0:54) 21 - 18 W over the Steelers (New England's lil 'B), I ranted about people who root for their teams to lose so they'll have better draft picks (4:15).Next, I explained why for the first time all year, I'm 100% confident guaranteeing that the Texans will win a game. With how messy the New…

A clip from Sunday's episode about C.J. Stroud already being better than Trevor Lawrence triggered LOTS of Jaguars fans. So I doubled down, with the added question: is Jacksonville any better than last year's team? Their aspirations don't seem bigger given their pride in "running" the AFC South. Plus, Houston...we have a problem. We're too obsessed…

Don't get me wrong. The referees weren't good today. But Texans' DBs were CONSTANTLY chasing Jaguars wide receivers, while their defense was unable to generate pressure on Trevor Lawrence. Add in a backup kicker...and fine, spotty officiating...and the Texans now find themselves firmly out of the running for an AFC South crown.…

C.J. Stroud out-performed one of the best QBs in the game, the Texans beat a bonafide Super Bowl contender, and Houston would be in the playoffs if the season ended today. What a Sunday in Cincy!Par Paul Gallant

It's not just that the #Texans actually won a game in the final minute, something they've almost always been on the wrong side of in their brief history. It's also that C.J. Stroud threw for a rookie record 470 yards and 5 TDs less than a week after calling for Houston's offense to be explosive. How can you NOT be optimistic about his future here? …

I led off the show talking about an all time excuse from a truly awful person in Houston. After that, I got into the latest Dusty Baker comments about the criticism he faced [online] this past season. We discussed an accidental game of telephone in the Texans locker room between players and coordinators. ANDDD...Sam Bankman-Friend is donezo, but so…

The cease and desist letter that the Titans sent to the University of Houston for wearing their H-Town pride uniforms on September 3rd was indeed legal. But it's also the reflection of an NFL product that has little value...outside of the intellectual property that they abandoned two years after leaving Houston. An actual poverty move by a franchis…

I'm not mad. I'm just disappointed. And I'm certainly not surprised that the Texans lost to a winless team with a rookie QB [who until today was struggling]. This team IS different than in years past. But based on history, you expect this kind of thing from ANY player wearing THESE jerseys.Par Paul Gallant

Cristian Javier? Bad. J.P. France? Bad. The Astros 5-9 hitters? Bad. Adolis Garcia? Destroyer of worlds. Plus, it Dusty Baker is reportedly thinking about retiring. I reacted to it all.Par Paul Gallant

The Astros' bats whiffed during big time opportunities (a tip of the cap to Nathan Eovaldi), Framber Valdez was mediocre at best, and bullpen got hammered. The series is tied at 3-3. Game 7 on Monday night...here we come!Par Paul Gallant

Bryan Abreu got suspended 2 games for hitting Adolis Garcia. He can appeal. But Adolis Garcia didn't get suspended at all? Plus, ALL the player, manager, and umpire accounts - both Astros and Rangers - of Friday's dustup.Par Paul Gallant