H-Town Closing Curtains? Texans Need to Play Make it, Take it With the Ball! Edge Duo to DOMINATE!? episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 34 MIN

H-Town Closing Curtains? Texans Need to Play Make it, Take it With the Ball! Edge Duo to DOMINATE!?

from Locked On Texans - Daily Podcast On The Houston Texans · host Locked On Podcast Network

It’s H-Town vs the Steel Curtain, and this one has ALL the ingredients for a gritty, high-stakes showdown. 🔥In this special episode of Locked On Texans, we link up with Locked On Steelers to break down how Houston matches up against one of the NFL’s most physical teams — and why the Texans might be built to close the curtain in Pittsburgh.🟥 Can the Steelers handle Houston’s pass rush?Mike Tomlin called the Texans’ edge defenders the best in the league. Bold words — and we think they’re about to be proven true. With limited playmakers on the outside (not named DK Metcalf), who becomes the biggest defensive X-factor for Houston?🟥 CJ Stroud vs Aaron Rodgers — the mental chess matchWhat does Rodgers bring mentally to attack this Texans defense, and how does Houston counter it?Here’s the formula: play make-it, take-it.Protect the football (something Stroud has mastered post-concussion)Force turnovers on the other sideWin the possession battle🟥 Defense wins this gameHouston must limit explosive plays on the back end, tackle cleanly, and make every yard difficult. If they do? This turns into a close, hard-fought game between two teams built the same way — toughness, discipline, and defense.So the big questions remain:👉 Will CJ Stroud outplay Aaron Rodgers?👉 Can Houston’s pass rush dominate like Tomlin says it can?👉 Is this the moment H-Town closes the Steel Curtain? Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist.  Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDON. DripDropRight now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order. Go to http://dripdrop.com and use promo code lockedonnfl. Ultimate QBUltimate QB is totally free to play, has no ads, and works 100% offline — perfect for when you want to sneak in a quick game or two on the go. Just head over to http://ULTIMATE-QB.COM. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. So before tip-off, check the FanDuel app and see what’s dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. A little basketball, a little action, and a whole lot of Friday energy. PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.ZocdocStop putting off your doctor’s appointments and get the care you need.Go to http://Zocdoc.com/lockedonnfl to find and instantly book a top-rated doctortoday.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s H-Town vs the Steel Curtain, and this one has ALL the ingredients for a gritty, high-stakes showdown. 🔥 In this special episode of Locked On Texans, we link up with Locked On Steelers to break down how Houston matches up against one of the NFL’s most physical teams — and why the Texans might be built to close the curtain in Pittsburgh. 🟥 Can the Steelers handle Houston’s pass rush? Mike Tomlin called the Texans’ edge defenders the best in the league. Bold words — and we think they’re about to be proven true. With limited playmakers on the outside (not named DK Metcalf), who becomes the biggest defensive X-factor for Houston? 🟥 CJ Stroud vs Aaron Rodgers — the mental chess match What does Rodgers bring mentally to attack this Texans defense, and how does Houston counter it? Here’s the formula: play make-it, take-it. Protect the football (something Stroud has mastered post-concussion) Force turnovers on the other side Win the possession battle 🟥 Defense wins this game Houston must limit explosive plays on the back end, tackle cleanly, and make every yard difficult. If they do? This turns into a close, hard-fought game between two teams built the same way — toughness, discipline, and defense. So the big questions remain: 👉 Will CJ Stroud outplay Aaron Rodgers? 👉 Can Houston’s pass rush dominate like Tomlin says it can? 👉 Is this the moment H-Town closes the Steel Curtain?

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