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Godzilla Vs. The Life Sciences Supply Chain
By Dan Mathews As fans of classic Japanese movies may remember, the pharmaceutical industry has experience with Godzilla. In the 1962 movie King Kong vs Godzilla, Mr Tako, director of Pacific Pharmaceuticals, helps Japan defend herself against the mutant dinosaur by recruiting King Kong to fight him.
VIDEO: Texans Ramp Up Efforts For Sunday In Foxborough | SportsTalk 790 | The Morning Drive with Dan & Cole
The Houston Texans started their practice week for the New England Patriots on Wednesday at NRG Park. After practice wrapped, we had a chance to hear from Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans and quarterback CJ Stroud. Plus, we were able to catch up with players like Danielle Hunter, Azeez Al-Shaair, Jake Andrews, Woody Marks, Calen Bullock and Kamari Lassiter inside the Texans locker room.
VIDEO: Texans Ramp Up Efforts For Sunday In Foxborough | SportsTalk 790 | The Morning Drive with Dan & Cole
The Houston Texans started their practice week for the New England Patriots on Wednesday at NRG Park. After practice wrapped, we had a chance to hear from Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans and quarterback CJ Stroud. Plus, we were able to catch up with players like Danielle Hunter, Azeez Al-Shaair, Jake Andrews, Woody Marks, Calen Bullock and Kamari Lassiter inside the Texans locker room.
Texans stifle Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs in 20-10 victory
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — C.J Stroud threw for 203 yards and a touchdown, the Texans leaned on the NFL’s top-ranked defense to shut down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, and Houston came away from Arrowhead Stadium with a 20-10 victory over Kansas City on Sunday night.
How to Have an Adventurous School Year: A Guest Post by Dan and Sarah Mathews
How to Have an Adventurous School Year: A Guest Post by Dan and Sarah Mathews Hardcover $19.99 $22.99 By Dan Mathews , Samantha Mathews Editor Carol Traver In Stock Online Hardcover $19.99 $22.99 Please enable javascript to add items to the cart. When was the last time you tried something new, exciting, or even completely unexpected…just for fun? When was the last time you tried something new, exciting, or even completely unexpected…just for fun?
Tunsil Trade + A Day, Texans Still Add and Time To Board The Cam Train
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on March 11th 2025. Texans systemic OL dismantling. Welcome in CJ Gardner-Johnson and Laken Tomlinson. Ian Rapoport says Texans called other teams about Tunsil. Texans miss out on a good OL? What are the Colts doing at QB?! Rockets win their 3rd straight. Double Bigs the key to a deep playoff run? Cam Smith, the rightfielder.
Aaron Wilson: Trade Was In The "Best Interest" Of Texans/Laremy Tunsil
The Texans have traded left tackle Laremy Tunsil to the Washington Commanders for multiple draft picks. The A-Team talks the trade with our own SportsTalk 790 Texans/NFL insider, Aaron Wilson. He talks about why the Texans made the move. Plus, how it is being received by his teammates and what the Texans plan could be going forward on the offensive line.
Everyone Is Feuding! Good News On Walker and Texans Making More Moves
Happy Friday! Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on March 7th 2025. Rockets actually win on the road. Good news on Christian Walker. Lance McCullers for that matter too. Feud number 1- Charles Barkley vs. Kendrick Perkins. Texans making moves. Releases and restructures. Feud number 2- LeBron against Stephen A. Smith That 2nd feud causes Adam and Adam to go after each other.
Christian Kirk Is A Texan, But What About Other Needs On This Roster?
News broke during The A-Team today, that the Texans have traded for Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Christian Kirk. The report says the Texans are sending the Jags a 2026 seventh round pick for Kirk. Is this a good move for the Texans? What about other needs that should be addressed this offseason? We will see what Nick Caserio has in store, as the new NFL league year starts next week.
Rockets Lose In Indy, Christian Walker Hurt and Another Team Bolsters OL
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on March 5th 2025. Rockets lose 3rd straight game. Pelicans tomorrow in NOLA. Christian Walker hurt?! Are the Texans going to make a move on the OL? See you next summer KD? When is Sting getting his deal?
The A-Team: Larger Threat To The Astros In The West? Rangers or Mariners?
We're just over three weeks away from Opening Day for the Astros. The A-Team talks about just how much of a threat the Rangers or Mariners are to the Astros hold on the American League West. Yes, the Rangers made some moves to improve their team this offseason and maybe get them back to the postseason. But, are the Mariners in for a regression in a department that is supposed to be a strength for them?
Cam Smith Hype Continues, Banged Up Rockets In OKC and Mock Draft Madness
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on March 3rd 2025. Cam Smith is unreal! Altuve in LF for the 2nd straight game. Rockets lay an egg against the Kings. FVV hurt again... Basically the entire Rockets team is hurt in OKC. We debut Mock Draft Madness, with Wex's musical talent to go along with the segment! Jimmy Johnson calls it a career at Fox.
Brad Nessler: Houston Is A Blue-Blood Program, Who Can Win It All
CBS Sports' Brad Nessler joins The A-Team, before he calls Houston-Cincinnati tomorrow at The Fertitta Center. He talks about what makes this program so good this season. He also gives Kelvin Sampson's program the ultimate compliment. The guys also get into a little bit of college football, like when Brad talks about his history of calling games that involved (almost) every one of the Manning's.
Frank Caliendo Hits The A-Team w/ Gruden, Romo, Trump And Morgan Freeman
4 hours ago Netflix’s Best New Movie Is Criminally Underrated And Deserved Better Netflix has been adding some decent movies to its licensed catalogue these days, but none are better than what has just debuted on the service, Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, a film that may not have seemed like anything special during its marketing phase, but since release it has … 11 hours ago 'The Daily Show' accepts Musk's terms for interview with Stewart: 'We'd be delighted' Elon Musk agreed to...
Frank Caliendo Hits The A-Team w/ Gruden, Romo, Trump And Morgan Freeman
Comedian Frank Caliendo is coming to Houston, but first he joined The A-Team with his best, spot-on impersonations of Trump, Gruden, Romo, the late great Bill Walton & Morgan Freeman. Caliendo has shows at the Improv-Houston on April 5-6. Tickets at ImprovTX.com/Houston.
The A-Team: Yainer Diaz, The Best Offensive Catcher In The AL
In what began as a discussion about Yainer Diaz being a sleepy good player for the Astros in 2025, soon turned to one member of The A-Team making a very bold claim about the catcher. When it comes to really good offensive catchers in the American League, names like Adley Rutschman and Salvador Perez come to mind. This member of The A-Team says it's time to put Yainer Diaz in that category.
Nolan Arenado, Astros 3B?! The A-Team Offers An Emphatic Response To Rumors
Over the weekend, rumors re-surfaced that the Astros could still be trying to trade for St. Louis Cardinals 3B Nolan Arenado. The A-Team offers some strong opinions on the possibility of this trade being pulled off. There are no blurred lines for how they feel about this idea.
Happy Birthday Wex! Rockets Are Back! Presidential Royal Rumble
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on February 21st 2025. Happy Birthday Wex! Rockets are back on the home floor tonight against the Timberwolves. Jabari Smith Jr. is back. FVV is not... We get to know new Astro Brendan Rodgers. Joe Espada says they do not want to overwork Jose Altuve. Hockey in Houston? A Presidential Royal Rumble. Mavs fans are down bad... We finally hear from Mauricio Dubon.
Brian McTaggart: The Astros Seem 'Hell-Bent' On Playing Jose Altuve In LF
MLB.com/Astros.com's Brian McTaggart joins The A-Team from West Palm Beach, Fla. He talks about the Astros actually putting a plan in action to play Jose Altuve in left field this season. What does that mean for the overall Astros outfield? What does it mean for Yordan Alvarez's time in the field? He also talks about this Astros lineup, with the additions of Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker. Plus, a concern that he has about the Astros bullpen, before they head into the 2025 season.
The A-Team: The McNair's More Liked Than The Adams, But Almost Ruined It
The news came out today, that the Texans could be putting out feelers for getting a new stadium. We've been through this before in Houston, with the previous NFL franchise. However, Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler believe this team could be very different for the McNair family, as opposed to when Bud Adams tried to get a new home. However, the Texans nearly ruined that goodwill with the city and fanbase.
Altuve LF Today, Bold Astros Prediction, Brown and Walker From WPB
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on February 18th 2025. Altuve in LF all-day today. AC's bold Astros prediciton. Rockets are VERY valuable. Dana Brown with SportsMT and SportsRV in West Palm Beach. A player tells Scott Boras to kick rocks. Rockets are unreal at this part of the game. Both on offense and defense. Christian Walker from West Palm Beach.
The A-Team: AC Says The 2025 Astros Could Be The 2024-25 Dallas Cowboys
As we are set to start the Astros season, the predictions for how this season will end are vast. Adam Clanton believes this Astros season is going to be really good or one that we'd like to forget. He thinks that the Astros are maybe in for a similar season, that we just saw from the Dallas Cowboys. But... Wex to the rescue! Adam Wexler provides context as to why 2025 could still be a really good year for the Stros!
The A-Team: Yordan Alvarez Batting 2nd Is A Possibility Again In 2025?
The topic that some Astros fans loved in 2024, has now reared it's head again in 2025. Joe Espada was asked about the possibility of batting Yordan Alvarez second in the batting order. The A-Team gives their thoughts on this idea being put to use.
The A-Team: Nick Caley, The 'Right Guy' To Be Texans OC
We had the first chance today to hear from new Texans offensive coordinator Nick Caley and head coach DeMeco Ryans over at NRG Stadium. The A-Team reacts to hearing from Ryans/Caley, since the hire was made. DeMeco Ryans is adamant that Caley was the right piece to lead their offense. Caley is obviously excited to work with CJ Stroud.
The A-Team: Aaron Boone and Brian Cashman Whining... A Yearly Tradition
Last year before the World Series, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman still took the chance to whine about the 2017 Astros. This year, it's Aaron Boone starting off the season right... He's whining (again). This time, not about the Astros. But, about the Astros hated National League rivals, the World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Boone was upset about the Dodgers trash talk, after beating New York last year in the World Series.
The A-Team: Why Is MLB Waiting To Implement Automatic Strike-Ball Calls?
This coming spring training, Major League Baseball is going to have the same automatic strike/ball calls, that allow for instant replay to possibly correct the call on the field. This conversation between Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler on The A-Team; stems from the fact that MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is going to meet with media in Arizona next week. The conversation centers around, why is this not already in use for baseball's highest level of play?!
The A-Team: Can The Texans Do What The Eagles Did To The Chiefs?
The Philadelphia Eagles put together a nearly flawless game plan to beat the Kansas City Chiefs in last night's Super Bowl. Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler both wonder if the Texans can do the same in future seasons. Wex believes the way to do it, comes from factors that are outside of the players and coaches control.
Will Anderson Jr.: Knows What The Texans Have To Do, To Take Next Step
Texans edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. joined our very own Chris Gordy on Super Bowl Media Row in New Orleans. He joins Chris, courtesy of JIF Peanut Butter. He talks about what the Texans need to do, in order to soon be in this very game. He also offers very high praise of a couple individual defensive teammates. Will also talks about what he likes to do during his free time.
Paige VanZant and Hannah Goldy Talk New Fight League and Getting Punched
Paige VanZant and Hannah Goldy join The A-Team from Media Row in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX. They joined Adam and Adam to promote their new fight league- Global Fight League. Paige and Hannah talk what is different about the GFL from other organizations. They also talk about what it's like to get punched for a living.
Nate Taylor: Chiefs Win Another Close Game On Sunday
We welcome on The Athletic's Kansas City Chiefs beat writer Nate Taylor on the A-Team. He talks about just how far the gap is between the Texans and Chiefs. Plus, that narrative about referees and the team he covers. Also, Nate thinks that Sunday's game is going to look a lot like the ones Kansas City has played this season.
Zak Keefer: Nick Caley's Fresh Ideas Are Going To Spark This Texans Offense
Zak Keefer from The Athletic joins The A-Team, ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl. He talks about what the Texans can expect from new offensive coordinator Nick Caley. Plus, what we can expect to see from CJ Stroud in future seasons. Also, he has a different take on Sunday's game.
Dave Zangaro: Caley Was On My Radar To Replace Kellen Moore As Eagles OC
NBC Sports Philadelphia Eagles beat writer Dave Zangaro joins The A-Team, ahead of this week's Eagles-Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl. He talks about what got the Eagles to this game. Plus, a name that the Eagles will not be able to consider for their soon to likely be vacant offensive coordinator position, if Kellen Moore does indeed become the next head coach of the New Orleans Saints. That's because the Texans hired Nick Caley as their new offensive coordinator.
Astros GM Dana Brown and Manager Joe Espada Preview 2025 Season (Videos)
Earlier today, we had the chance to catch up with Astros general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada at the club's annual media luncheon. The two obviously talked about where things stand with the Astros pursuit of bringing back Alex Bregman. They also talk about Jose Altuve's chances of playing left field in 2025 and how the club looks heading into spring training.
Texans Pick Nick Caley, NBA World Shocked By Luka Trade, and Struggling Rox
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on February 3rd 2025. Texans tab Nick Caley as their new offensive coordinator. Mavericks shocked the NBA by trading away Luka Doncic. Chip Kelly says yes to the NFL, just not the Texans. Rockets need to fight the urge at the NBA trade deadline. DFW sports fans are feeling downright bad right now... AC's buddy John Tarrant is in that group.
The A-Team: The Nick Caley Hire Might Be About This Group On Offense
The Texans have hired former Los Angeles Rams tight ends coach/passing game coordinator Nick Caley, as their new offensive coordinator. Adam and Adam talk about what might have made Caley the most attractive replacement for Bobby Slowik on the coaching staff. Some would say he could work well with CJ Stroud. But, Clanton and Wexler think it could be about another group on the offense...
Rockets Try To Keep Rolling, Bregman Wait and Billy D. Washington In-Studio
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on January 30th 2025. Rockets look to keep the streak alive. Another day of waiting on Alex Bregman... National voices weigh in on Bregman/Astros. In Best of X- A HOF'er bodies Trevor "Tyler" Bauer. Justin Tucker... Not good. Comedian Billy D. Washington joins the guys in-studio. Keith Law isn't an Astros (farm system) fan. Troy Aikman still has the Texans' back. Alperen Sengun, The NBA All-Star
Ross Tucker: OC With Options Might Want To Consider Jobs Other Than Texans'
Ross Tucker joins The A-Team, courtesy of MyFrontPageStory.com. The longtime NFL analyst has some interesting thoughts about the Texans vacant offensive coordinator position. Ross is also a former NFL offensive lineman and has some very harsh criticisms of the Texans offensive line. Tucker did not mince words about his thoughts of Laremy Tunsil's play this season.
Danielle Lerner: More Risk Than Reward For Potential Rockets Trade(s)
Houston Chronicle Rockets beat writer Danielle Lerner joins The A-Team, before the Rockets take on the Atlanta Hawks tonight. She reacts to the Rockets recent run of wins over some of the best teams in the NBA. Plus, what the Rockets have looked like, since they added Amen Thompson to the starting lineup. Also, we are about a week away from the NBA trade deadline. Will the Rockets be active?
Then There Were 2, Pressly Gone, Maybe Bregman Back? Rockets Rule Cleveland
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on January 27th 2025. Two left for the whole thing in the Super Bowl. Pressly gone. Bregman coming back? Rockets be hell. More KC Chiefs alive and well... The refs look like they did it again for KC. Jerry Jones is unreal. Good, Bad and The Ugly- Head Coaching hire edition. Who will the Texans hire for their offensive coordinator?
The A-Team: What Could Have Been At The End Of Ryan Pressly In Houston?
Earlier today, Astros GM Dana Brown told the media that the club's relationship with former closer Ryan Pressly fractured, after they added free agent closer Josh Hader last offseason. The A-Team goes through the career that Pressly had, during his time in Houston. But also, whether or not last season led them to make the trade with the Chicago Cubs.
Chandler Rome: Pressly, Bregman Rumors Are "Real. Not Made Up"
The Athletic's Astros beat writer Chandler Rome joins The A-Team to talk about the recent rumors surrounding the team's interest to trade Ryan Pressly and bring back Alex Bregman. He talks about what could be driving these potential moves. He also talks about what the Astros could do in addition to these potential moves.
Aaron Wilson: Player Feedback Helped Lead To Bobby Slowik Being Let Go
SportsTalk 790/KPRC 2's Texans insider Aaron Wilson joins The A-Team, after the team decided to move on from offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik and offensive line coach Chris Strausser. Wilson talks about what led to this decision being made on Slowik. He also talks about where the team could look in trying to replace both jobs on DeMeco Ryan's coaching staff.
Rockets Escape The Cavs, Door Ajar For Bregman and Pressly Next Out To Go?
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on January 23rd 2025. Rockets hang on to beat the Cavaliers. They're the only team in the NBA to beat both the Cavs and Oklahoma City Thunder this season. NFL coaching carousel continues to spend. There's no way the Cowboys will make this hire... Right? Billy Wagner speaks about becoming a Hall of Famer. The Astros have left the door "ajar" for Alex Bregman to come back.
The A-Team's Huge Day At The Bear Bryant Awards
The A-Team had a huge afternoon today at the Bear Bryant Coaches Awards at The Post Oak Hotel. They were able to talk with almost every single finalist for college football's coach of the year. Coaches Who Came By To Visit: Army's Jeff Monken South Carolina's Shane Beamer SMU's Rhett Lashlee Syracuse's Fran Brown- With an awesome story about Texans rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter. Brown was Lassiter's defensive backs coach at Georgia. Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham.
Texans Season Done, Where Things Went Wrong and Rockets Rough Day At Office
Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler makes his return to talk about what's going on in Houston sports and more on January 20th 2025. Texans season comes to an end. Officials vs. self-enflicted mistakes. Rockets have an ugly one against the Pistons. People just don't know on Twitter. CJ Stroud say the quiet part out loud? Will Anderson Jr. throws some serious shade. Derrick Stingley Jr. makes future plans well known.
Jonathan M. Alexander: Don't Think Texans Should Make Shaq Mason A Starter
Houston Chronicle Texans beat writer Jonathan M. Alexander joins The A-Team to preview this Saturday's Divisional Round game against the Kansas City Chiefs. He talks about the crucial matchups that the Texans will need to win. He also thinks the return of Shaq Mason, shouldn't mean he's inserted back into the starting lineup.
Kevin Harlan: Why Not The Texans? Expect Them To Play Loose In KC
Legendary broadcaster Kevin Harlan joins The A-Team, before he calls the Texans-Chiefs game in the NFL Divisional Round for Westwood One. He talks about why he believes the Texans could pull off the win tomorrow in KC. He also talks about why he thinks the Texans will not be intimidated by the road environment. Kevin also gives the Rockets quite a bit of kudos, after calling last night's game against the Sacramento Kings for TNT.
KC Radio Host Sterling Holmes: Joe Mixon Is The Key Player For The Texans
Sterling Holmes is a mid-day host in Kansas City on 810 WHB and he joins The A-Team to give us insight into the Chiefs side of Saturday's game. He talks about the impact that some former Texans have made on this Chiefs team. Plus, he believes this Texan is the key for them having a chance to win on Saturday. Also, why teams have such a tough time beating the Chiefs at home.
The A-Team: AC Is A HUGE Kevin Harlan Fan... Maybe Too Much Of A Fan...
We had legendary broadcaster Kevin Harlan on The A-Team earlier today. Afterwards? AC was maybe floating in the studio. Clanton is a huge fan of Kevin Harlan. It maybe gets to be a little too much...
The A-Team: Thank God Jack Easterby Is Not Here Anymore
Jack Easterby is just a man who will not go away. The former Texans executive vice president was recently part of a piece in the Sports Business Journal, "The Complicated Saga of Jack Easterby." Wex is especially annoyed with the premiss of this article. He takes us through the painful history of when Easterby had his hand in important decisions being made over on Kirby.
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