{"podcast":{"title":"Locked On Texans - Daily Podcast On The Houston Texans","slug":"locked-on-texans-daily-podcast-on-the-houston-texans-52881","podcast_index_feed_id":52881,"rss_url":"https://feeds.simplecast.com/eO87ZWbO","website_url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-texans/","image_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/6f716782-2a27-4145-9fbb-3de5b45b2aa7/0abaeefd-653f-475d-a2df-90d6ee87ef82/3000x3000/uploads-2f1550866723485-6d07z54x6je-261287ecbc5f581f081000afcc6c87bd-2flocked-on-texans-podcast-bg.jpg?aid=rss_feed","author":"Locked On Podcast Network","episode_count":500,"summary":"Locked On Texans podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Houston Texans and the National Football League. Hosted by credentialed beat reporter Coty M. Davis and football analyst John Hickman, the Locked On Texans podcast provides your daily fix of the Texans with expert, local analysis, opinions, breaking news, special guests, and coverage of all aspects of the Texans franchise. The Locked On Texans podcast takes Battle Red Nation beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Texans locker room and all over the NFL. The Locked On Texans podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.","last_synced_at":"2026-09-16T04:18:45.694433+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-texans-daily-podcast-on-the-houston-texans-52881"},"episode":{"title":"Is Marte Mapu Ready? Houston Texans LB Reveals What He’s Still Learning + Klein a VERTICAL THREAT?!","slug":"is-marte-mapu-ready-houston-texans-lb-reveals-what-he-s-still-learning-klein-a-vertical-threat","published_at":"2026-08-18T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-texans-daily-podcast-on-the-houston-texans-52881/is-marte-mapu-ready-houston-texans-lb-reveals-what-he-s-still-learning-klein-a-vertical-threat","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-texans-daily-podcast-on-the-houston-texans-52881","url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-texans/","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/de6246/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/6f716782-2a27-4145-9fbb-3de5b45b2aa7/episodes/69b03f53-6650-4e7f-b344-916c8c856b9a/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6f716782-2a27-4145-9fbb-3de5b45b2aa7&awEpisodeId=69b03f53-6650-4e7f-b344-916c8c856b9a&feed=eO87ZWbO","summary":"Marte Mapu is still learning how to play linebacker — and the details matter. On this episode of Locked On Texans, we sit down with Marte Mapu for a straight-up conversation about his transition from safety to linebacker, what he’s learning, and what real progress looks like as he continues to master the position. Going back and watching Houston’s preseason opener, one area immediately stands out: Mapu’s late reactions in run support. His frame could also create challenges against bigger offensive linemen when they reach the second level. But Mapu explains where he feels he is improving — especially when it comes to getting to his spots and playing faster. Then we get into a BIG question for Houston: Is the Texans' wide receiver room good enough right now? With Jaylin Noel dealing with a hamstring injury and Tank Dell slowly working his way back, Houston may need more help. Should the Texans look outside the organization for another receiver, or can Lewis Bond and Jared Wayne prove they’re trustworthy pieces? And don't sleep on Marlin Klein. Can the young tight end become another vertical threat in an offense that desperately needs more explosive playmakers? What could his role look like in Nick Caley’s offense, and does he have the ability to stretch defenses? On this episode: 🎙️ Marte Mapu interview: The safety-to-linebacker transition 🧠 What Mapu is still learning at linebacker 🏈 His biggest issue in run support 📈 What progression actually looks like for Mapu 💪 Can his frame hold up against bigger OL? 🚨 Texans WR room: Jaylin Noel's hamstring injury 🔄 Tank Dell's slow progression back 👀 Should Houston add another WR? ⭐ Can Lewis Bond and Jared Wayne be trusted? 🔥 Marlin Klein's potential as a vertical threat 💥 Can Houston find enough playmakers for its offense?","meta_description":"Marte Mapu is still learning how to play linebacker — and the details matter. 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