The Matt Thomas Show
The Matt Thomas Show airs weekdays Noon-3p on SportsTalk790 in Houston with hosts Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal.
Episodes
December 7, 2023 • 115 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show speculate whether the Houston Astros will ever trade third baseman Alex Bregman or right fielder Kyle Tucker following the blockbuster trade involving outfielder Juan Soto to the New York Yankees. Matt and Ross also break down the Rockets win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday, and they debate who is the greatest Houston Cougar football player of all time. The Texans ...
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December 6, 2023 • 126 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show give a heartful goodbye to catcher Martín Maldonado after the Houston Astros signed catcher Victor Caratini to a two-year deal Tuesday. Matt and Ross also preview the Rockets matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight, and head coach Ime Udoka joins the show to talk roster changes. They also discuss the New York Jets quarterback drama ahead of their game against the Tex...
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December 6, 2023 • 7 mins
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka joins The Matt Thomas Show to discuss roster changes that involved assigning guard Amen Thompson and power forward Cam Whitmore to the team's G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Udoka also previews the team's preparation for tonight's opponent, the Oklahoma City Thunder, as well as Friday night's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. Udoka concludes by praising center Alperen Şengün,...
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December 5, 2023 • 129 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show preview the Houston Rockets matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. The Rockets then travel to Denver to play the Nuggets on Friday. Will they get their first win away from their home court? With wide receiver Tank Dell and quarterback C.J. Stroud on rookie contracts, should the Texans explore big-name free agents in the off-season? Matt and Ross also discuss A...
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December 4, 2023 • 129 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show go live from TDECU Stadium where the University of Houston is holding their introductory press conference for new football head coach Willie Fritz. Fritz, former Tulane head coach, also joins the show to discuss his excitement for the position and his plans for Cougar football. Matt and Ross get into the Houston Texans win over the Denver Broncos, the Rockets loss in Los Angel...
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December 4, 2023 • 9 mins
The new University of Houston Football head coach Willie Fritz joins The Matt Thomas Show live from TDECU Stadium shortly after his introductory press conference to talk about his excitement for the position, as well as his future plans for Cougar football. "I really feel a great connection with this city," and "I'm so pumped that I got the job." Fritz is already thinking towards next season, discussing the possibility of bringing ...
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December 1, 2023 • 130 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show predict the outcome of the Houston Texans against the Denver Broncos this Sunday at NRG Stadium. Sports talk host on KOA Colorado Ryan Edwards joins the show to give some insight on the Broncos' offense, as well as comments on the many Denver Nuggets versus Houston Rockets games this early in the season. Matt and Ross debate whether it is acceptable for Lebron James to miss a ...
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December 1, 2023 • 12 mins
Sports talk host on KOA Colorado Ryan Edwards joins The Matt Thomas Show to discuss the many Houston Rockets versus Denver Nuggets games early in the season. Edwards also comments on the Texans-Broncos matchup. With the Broncos on a five-game win streak, Edwards says the offense is protecting Wilson well. "Sean Payton has gotten the best out of Russell Wilson" and "there's confidence growing in the offense," Edwards said.
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November 30, 2023 • 122 mins
Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show and guest hosts Chris Gordy and Adam Clanton react to Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud being named AFC Offensive Player of the Month and NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month. Ross and producer Connor McGovern review today's top sports headlines, Ross speculates over who could be the next Houston Cougars football head coach and what the college football playoff picture will look like, Dr. Roto join...
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November 29, 2023 • 126 mins
Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show and guest host Dan Mathews comment on how the Houston Texans have exceeded expectations for this season, but now they have bigger goals in making the playoffs and playing competitive football in the later half of the season. Ross and Dan also get into the college football rankings and what the playoffs will look like. Will the Texas Longhorns be shut out? Does Alabama get in if they beat Geor...
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November 28, 2023 • 128 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show preview the Houston Rockets matchup against the Dallas Mavericks tonight. The Rockets would automatically advance to the knockout round of the in-season tournament with a win, but if they lose, they're eliminated. Matt and Ross also discuss the college football head coach carousel, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka and CBS Sports' Ian Eagle join the show, Gut Feelings and more.
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November 28, 2023 • 11 mins
National sportscaster Ian Eagle joins The Matt Thomas Show to preview his call of the Houston Texans against the Denver Broncos this Sunday on CBS. The Broncos, who are on a five-game win streak, are coming to NRG Stadium in a matchup with veteran quarterback Russell Wilson and rookie C.J. Stroud. The Broncos have turned their season around and continued to "find a way to win" every since their week six loss against the Kansas City...
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November 28, 2023 • 9 mins
Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka joins The Matt Thomas Show to talk about the team's struggles on the road ahead of tonight's in-season tournament matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. However, at home, the Rockets have found success, earning two wins against the defending champ Denver Nuggets. Shooting guard Jalen Green, who has a combined 59 points in his last two games, is showing signs of growth as the season progresses. "Aggressiv...
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November 27, 2023 • 129 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show breakdown the coaching decisions and referee calls that contributed to the Houston Texans' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Were all the defensive holding and pass interference calls valid? Was Tank Dell in bounds? Matt and Ross also discuss the Houston Rockets dominate win over the Denver Nuggets in an in-season tournament game, as well as the firing of University ...
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November 22, 2023 • 131 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show discuss the Houston Rockets looking for a win against the Memphis Grizzlies after they lost 3 straight on the road in California. Matt and Ross also talk about the Texans' week 12 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and how their week 13 game against the Broncos was moved up to a noon kickoff. Does the NFL want more eyes on quarterback C.J. Stroud? Rockets head coach Ime...
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November 22, 2023 • 5 mins
The University of Houston football head coach Dana Holgorsen joins The Matt Thomas Show to express his disappointment that the Cougars will not make a bowl game this season. However, Holgorsen is confident that the Cougars will eventually find success in the Big 12. "We have a plan. It's not going to happen overnight," Holgorsen said. As the Cougars play their last game of the season Saturday against the UCF Knights, Holgorsen is a...
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November 22, 2023 • 6 mins
Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka joins The Matt Thomas Show to talk about the team's last three matchups in California that all resulted in close losses. The Rockets "played well enough to win," but didn't finish, Udoka said. The Rockets look to get back on track tonight against the Memphis Grizzlies. With small foward Dillon Brooks facing off against his old team, Udoka said he told Brooks to "just play basketball." "I don't see him c...
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November 21, 2023 • 122 mins
Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show and guest hosts Stan Norfleet and Adam Wexler discuss the Texans' chances of making the playoffs and the current state of the AFC. They also breakdown former NFL quarterback and 7x Super Bowl champion Tom Brady's comments on the changes he's seen in the NFL, more specifically, the league's attempt to make the game safer. With the University of Houston Cougars' struggles in their first year in...
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November 20, 2023 • 128 mins
Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show and guest hosts Stan Norfleet and Adam Clanton analyze the key performances from wide receiver Tank Dell and the Texans' defense that led to a win against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. The Rockets lose two games on the road in Los Angeles. Can they bounce back tonight against the Golden State Warriors? Ross and listeners debate the NFL trying to eliminate dangerous plays, Monday Night Foot...
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November 17, 2023 • 126 mins
Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show discuss the Houston Rockets' matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. Will they be able to continue the win streak on the road? Matt and Ross also discuss the Houston Texans against the Arizona Cardinals this Sunday, and they bring in Arizona Sports host Vince Marotta to weigh in. Charissa Thompson apologizes, college football talk, Non-Florida Stories and more on this Anythi...
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