Chris Gordy

Chris Gordy

Chris Gordy co-hosts “Next Up” alongside Stan Norfleet, and hosts many of the pre/postgame shows for the Houston Astros & Houston Rockets games.Full Bio

Jayden Daniels for Heisman, KJ Jefferson to the Portal?, Spencer Rattler to the Draft, SEC Portal News

Texans Having Trouble Maintaining O-Line, Rockets Out of In-Season Tournament

Stan Norfleet and Chris Gordy of Next Up discuss the Houston Texans' struggle to maintain a consistent offensive line, especially with Tytus Howard expected to miss the remainder of the season because of a knee injury. Stan and Chris also recap the Houston Rockets close loss to the Dallas Mavericks which ended their in-season tournament hopes. Rockets analyst Ben DuBose talks the key pieces the Rockets are missing, and Texans insider Aaron Wilson breaks down the Texan's roster changes ahead of their Denver Broncos matchup.

Texans Insider Aaron Wilson Breaks Down Roster Changes Ahead of Broncos Matchup

KPRC reporter Aaron Wilson joins Stan Norfleet and Chris Gordy on Next Up to discuss the roster changes the Houston Texans have made ahead of their week 13 matchup against the Denver Broncos. The Texans' offensive line continues to struggle in maintaining a starting lineup as Tytus Howard is expected to miss the remainder of the season because of a knee injury. The Texans also release veteran cornerback Shaq Griffin and elevate Desmond King from the practice squad to the active roster. "You have to hope that Derek Stingley Jr. and Steven Nelson stay healthy," Wilson said. With all the lineup changes and the Broncos on a five-game win-streak, Wilson says "it's going to be a tough football game. The Broncos are legitimate again."

Rockets Analyst Ben DuBose Talks Elimination From In-Season Tournament

Rockets analyst and editor of The Rockets Wire Ben DuBose joins Next Up to discuss the Houston Rockets elimination from the in-season tournament following their 115-121 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday. The Rockets have lost their last four away games. "They've been competitive in all of them," but "what the Rockets don't have is a perimeter-based scorer and playmaker that can consistently make tough buckets late in a game," DuBose said. Other issues that contributed to another road loss was center Alperen Şengün's fatigue late in the game. "Hopefully as the years progress, he keeps getting in better shape and is able to give you in the final five minutes what he gives you in the first 30," DuBose said. DuBose concludes that even though "the defense is there," the Rockets are still in need of offensive improvements.

Bobby Petrino is Back At Arkansas!, Playoff Committee is Doomed if Bama Beats Georgia, SEC Championship Preview

To the shock of everyone, Bobby Petrino head back to Arkansas, this time as offensive coordinator under Sam Pittman. What does it mean for the Razorbacks? We discuss with Chris Marler. Also, we got the last batch of College Football Playoff Rankings, and it seems like the committee is doomed it Alabama beats Georgia in the SEC Championship Game. Who else is guaranteed to get in? Will the SEC get two teams in? No teams in? We discuss what could happen. Also, we get Marler's prediction for the SEC title game - Will Kirby Smart beat Nick Saban, or will Saban do what he does so often in Atlanta? Follow Chris on Twitter @ChrisGordy and @LockedOnSEC Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. PrizePicks Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedoncollege and use code lockedoncollege for a first deposit match up to $100! Daily Fantasy Sports Made Easy! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That’s A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Astros Promote Omar Lopez to Bench Coach, Crazy Bregman Trade Talk

Astros Promote Omar Lopez to Bench Coach, Crazy Bregman Trade Talk

Stroud vs. Lawrence Is New Quarterback Rivalry

Stan Norfleet and Chris Gordy of Next Up recap the Houston Texans' loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars on this Second Take Tuesday. They also predict that C.J. Stroud and Trevor Lawrence will be the next great quarterback rivalry in the NFL. Houston Chronicle writer Jonathan Alexander joins the show to talk Texans, Jim Duquette says Astros third baseman Alex Bregman will not get a contract extension and more.

Texans Insider Jonathan Alexander Talks Keys to Making the Playoffs

Houston Chronicle writer Jonathan Alexander joins Next Up to give some insight on what Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans is preaching to his team as they move forward with the reason of the season. "They can't shoot themselvesin the foot," Alexander said regarding the Texans loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Alexander attributes the loss to the Texans simply getting out-coached by the Jaguars and quarterback C.J. Stroud overlooking the shorter, safer completions. "C.J. has this tendency to really want to get the big play," Alexander said. "Ownership was patient" and was rewarded with growth, but "the defense has to be a little more consistent" if the Texans want to make the playoffs, Alexander said.

Elko & Lebby Officially Introduced, SEC Transfer Portal News, Robbie Faulk on Mississippi State's Hire

On today's show, Mike Elko and Jeff Lebby were introduced at their new schools as head coaches in the SEC on Monday, we give you takeaways from that. Billy Napier parts ways with a few coaches on his staff, while a Georgia coach is gaining interest from Syracuse. Also, several more names in the SEC hit the Transfer Portal including Vandy QB AJ Swann, Arkansas LB Chris Paul and more! And Robbie Faulk joins us – what does the Jeff Lebby hire mean for Mississippi State? We discuss the hire with Faulk as he tells us what brand of football Lebby will bring to Starkville, and why fans should or should be excited. Follow Chris on Twitter @ChrisGordy and @LockedOnSEC Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. PrizePicks Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedoncollege and use code lockedoncollege for a first deposit match up to $100! Daily Fantasy Sports Made Easy! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That’s A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why the Texans Lost...Overreaction, Underreaction and Proper Reaction

Stan Norfleet and Chris Gordy of Next Up recap the Houston Texans' 24-21 loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Did bad calls by the officials cost the Texans the game? Was letting kicker Matt Ammendola attempt a 58-yard field goal to tie the game the right call? Stan and Chris also talk college football playoffs, Mike Elko's hire as Texas A&M football head coach, University of Houston football head coach Dana Holgorsen fired and another edition of Overreaction, Underreaction and Proper Reaction.