Panthers vs. Texans means a little bit more than a typical pre-season game, as C.J. Stroud tests out his brand new offense and offensive coordinator versus a potentially improved Panthers defense. Meanwhile, his counterpart and 2023 draft mate Bryce Young faces an extremely opportunistic Texans defense.

The Texans may have lost the game Saturday vs. the Vikings, but the first drive on offense hints at an offense that may have finally figured out how to play clean football. NFL Network analyst Marc Ross joins Cecil Shorts and Seth Payne, then Cecil and Seth react to Pre-season game #1.

Dameon Pierce and Christian Harris participated in a walk-through at Houston Texans practice in West Virginia, and both players look close to being back to full participation. Former Texans players Seth Payne and Cecil Shorts discuss the running back situation as well as Seth's belief that NFL teams are going to re-emphasize the running game this year. They also discussed how the offense looks right now and how offensive coordinator Nick Caley will respond to being a first time play caller.

[0:30] Updates on Dameon Pierce and Christian Harris

[3:05] Will the Texans LB room live up to expectations

[7:15] How Nick Chubb and the Texans blocking game looks at camp

[16:40] Why the first preseason game is “Big” for the Texans

[20:46] What Danielle Hunter did to bulk up this offseason

[24:45] Update on Cam Robinson