John and Lance: John Granato & Lance Zierlein on ESPN Houston
Summary: John and Lance are off of The Bench, and back into the leadoff spot as the biggest sports talk duo to ever hit Houston airwaves. Still going strong after 2 decades in the market, John Granato and Lance Zierlein mix insightful sports analysis with irreverent humor and quick wit. You never know what you're going to hear, but it'll be like nothing else you ever have. Listen weekdays 7-10am live on ESPN 97.5 & 92.5 FM or anytime on demand at http://espn975.com.
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- Copyright: 2023
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In the first hour, John and Lance argue that Brad Peacock is a great starter but should become a closer. The guys then mention that Dallas Keuchel is not the same player after his injury and that they would be okay if Dallas Keuchel were to be let go. John and Lance end the hour by mentioning the Texans looking at Clemson Linebacker Dorian O’Daniel and other possible signing options.
04/04/2018 The Bench Hour 2
In the first hour of The Bench, the guys had a heated argument about Tiger Woods. After a brief hiatus the topic turned the Astros and Justin Verlander. The Rams continue their Spring of stockpiling with their trade for Brandin Cooks and the Patriots continue to lose offense; Lance discusses QB options for the Patriots. The guys also discuss the Rockets bounce back game against the Wizards.
In the second hour, John, Lance and Producer Del talk Deshaun Watson. Eric Sandler joins the show to discuss Tastemakers Award in Houston. The guys comment on Jim Mora’s remarks about coaching Josh Rosen and how he may not be easy to work with.
In the first hour, John and Lance mention Astros opening day and how difficult it was to reveal their World Series banner. They discuss the Astros starting lineup and debate the differences of the different soccer leagues. The guys comment on a NFL team that measured sleep patterns and how the U.S. does not teach soccer well. They end the hour by talking more Astros and phrases that are banned from the Masters.
On the second hour, the guys talk about how Brandon Weeden will help Deshaun Watson get better, they also talk about the Houston Rockets and if you should be nervous about their recent play going into the western confrence playoffs.
On the first hour, John and Lance talk about the Houston Astros and their 3-1 series victory against the Texas Rangers, they also talk about the Final Four games and the Rockets getting blown out by the San Antonio Spurs.
In the second hour, the guys talk some more Astros and share their favorite Ken Giles stories and memories. John talks a little golf and they discuss the Rockets success in locking up the 1 seed in the west. To close out the hour, the guys discuss the Warriors health and even more Ken Giles!
In the first hour of the show, John and Lance recap the Astros Opening Day win against the Rangers, Ken Giles struggles with closing games, and John’s affection for Brad Peacock. The guys discuss the Final Four this weekend and fasting for Good Friday. In NBA news, they discuss the Rockets locking up the overall 1 seed and Kevin Durant whining to the media.
To kick off the second hour of the show, the guys discuss which QBs will boom or bust and Lance breaks down why he loves Lamar Jackson. As the hour rolls on, they discuss the “changes” BOB might make to the offense and how much the Astros have dominated the Rangers. To close the show, Lance explains why he’s skeptical about Johnny Football’s comeback.
Live from the Golf Club of Houston, John and Lance begin the show by celebrating Astros opening day and having fun with some Astros over-unders. As the show continues they talk about how likable this Astros team is while John tries to bring everything back to golf. To finish the hour, they compare Houston championship celebrations.
The guys start the second hour discussing Astros and MLB baseball Opening Day starting tomorrow. They talk about Cavs and Heat game. They go into the national sports media fascination with the NY market and Odell Beckham Jr. They do a Brett Myers montage about today’s Astros. They mention the Texans draft party and the chances Texans moving up into the 2nd round and draft needs.
Brett Myers Montage
The guys start the show talking about the Houston Open. They compare Josh Allen from Wyoming to Cam Newton. They go into Houston social media uproar about back up QB Brandon Weeden. The guys take on the reemphasized NFL rule about leading with the head. They talk about Trevone Boykin’s physical assault of female. They end the show on historic run the Rockets are on.
03/27/2018 The Bench Hour 2
