EPISODE · Dec 21, 2025 · 25 MIN
Texans Defense Reloaded? New DTs, SAME DOMINANCE + Howard Hungry For More? EXCLUSIVE Tytus Interview
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New faces. Same expectations.And the Houston Texans defense is still looking to dominate.With injuries piling up along the defensive line, Houston had to reload fast—and now the spotlight is on Naquan Jones and Marlon Davidson. Can these two be the answers for an injury-riddled defensive tackle unit that still expects elite results?🔍 Naquan JonesLogged snaps against Arizona and made his presence feltAn all-hustle interior defender who does his job—every snapStrong against the runConsistent double-team splitterQuick feet that shine vs. zone runsComfortable taking on double teamsIs he one of those “can’t send him back” guys? And can he step into the Mario Edwards–type role for this Texans defense?🔍 Marlon DavidsonFormer second-round pickFresh opportunity, fresh expectationsWhat can he realistically provide inside for Houston right now?PLUS 🔥🎙️ EXCLUSIVE one-on-one with Tytus HowardWe talk about:What’s been most surprising about this Texans six-game win streakThe mindset inside the locker roomWhy expectations haven’t changed—even with new faces stepping inThis episode is all about Texans defense, depth, dominance, and belief. If Houston’s interior holds strong, this team’s ceiling gets even higher.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 MoneyTake control of your finances and cancel your unwanted subscriptions with Rocket Money.Go to https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONtoday.Aura FramesFor a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code LOCKEDON at checkout. FanDuelIf you want to be right in the middle of the action this season, visit FanDuel.com and place your NFL live bets all season long. 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.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.
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New faces. Same expectations. And the Houston Texans defense is still looking to dominate. With injuries piling up along the defensive line, Houston had to reload fast—and now the spotlight is on Naquan Jones and Marlon Davidson. Can these two be the answers for an injury-riddled defensive tackle unit that still expects elite results? 🔍 Naquan Jones Logged snaps against Arizona and made his presence felt An all-hustle interior defender who does his job—every snap Strong against the run Consistent double-team splitter Quick feet that shine vs. zone runs Comfortable taking on double teams Is he one of those “can’t send him back” guys? And can he step into the Mario Edwards–type role for this Texans defense? 🔍 Marlon Davidson Former second-round pick Fresh opportunity, fresh expectations What can he realistically provide inside for Houston right now? PLUS 🔥 🎙️ EXCLUSIVE one-on-one with Tytus Howard We talk about: What’s been most surprising about this Texans six-game win streak The mindset inside the locker room Why expectations haven’t changed—even with new faces stepping in This episode is all about Texans defense, depth, dominance, and belief. If Houston’s interior holds strong, this team’s ceiling gets even higher.
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