How to Listen to Texans Games on Radio
Listen to every Houston Texans game in English on SportsRadio 610 (KILT 610 AM) or 100.3 The Bull (KILT-FM 100.3 FM); Houston’s Spanish-language broadcast is Mega 101 FM (KLOL-FM). The two English stations carry the same Texans Radio Network game call, so choose the signal your radio receives most clearly. You can also use the Texans’ online listening option when a radio signal is out of reach.
Texans Radio Broadcast Basics
Houston’s primary Texans broadcasts are carried on an AM sports station and an FM country station. That gives local listeners two ways to hear the same English play-by-play: AM may be useful where its signal comes in well, while FM can be clearer in many cars and indoor locations.
The Texans’ radio crew includes play-by-play voice Marc Vandermeer, analyst Andre Ware, and sideline reporter John Harris. Hearing those names, along with the Texans’ opponent and current score, is a useful way to confirm that you have the live game feed rather than regular station programming.
The current flagship-radio agreement runs through the 2027 NFL season, according to the Texans’ Texans Radio page.
How to Listen to a Texans Game on Radio
Choose your listening route before kickoff so you are not searching for a station after the game begins.
| Where and How You’re Listening | Best Choice | What to Tune In To |
|---|---|---|
| Houston area, English broadcast | AM or FM radio | SportsRadio 610 on KILT 610 AM, or 100.3 The Bull on KILT-FM 100.3 FM |
| Houston area, Spanish broadcast | FM radio | Mega 101 FM on KLOL-FM |
| Outside the Houston signal area | Phone, computer, or confirmed network affiliate | The Texans’ online game-listening option or a current affiliate listed for that game |
Step 1: Choose the English or Spanish Broadcast
- For the English game call, tune to AM 610 or FM 100.3.
- For the Spanish game call, tune to FM 101.
- Choose the broadcast that matches the language you want to hear.
If you are listening in English, try both Houston flagships when possible. Since they simulcast the game, you do not lose any action by switching to the clearer one.
Step 2: Tune Your Radio for the Strongest Signal
- Set the radio to the correct band: AM for SportsRadio 610 or FM for 100.3 The Bull and Mega 101.
- Tune carefully until voices are clear and the station identification matches the one you selected.
- If you have trouble hearing the station, try another listening option. Rotate the radio slowly, too; many portable AM radios receive through an internal antenna that is directional.
I use a portable AM/FM radio for over-the-air game audio because it avoids the buffering that can interrupt an app.
Step 3: Confirm That the Texans Game Is Live
- Listen for the teams being introduced or named in the opening minutes.
- Confirm that the announcers are discussing the Texans’ scheduled opponent, current score, and game situation.
- If you hear music, a talk show, or a different sporting event, the game may not have begun yet, the station may be off its game feed, or you may be on the wrong frequency.
- Keep the radio on the selected station for the game. If reception fades, switch to the simulcast English station or move to an online option.
Listen to Texans Games Online or on Your Phone
The Texans state that games can also be heard online through HoustonTexans.com. This is the most practical backup when you are traveling, are outside normal Houston radio reception, or only have a phone available.
Use the Official Texans Listening Option
Open the Texans website in a phone or computer browser close to game time and look for that week’s game coverage or listening option. Keep the page open while the game is on.
An online option gives you another way to listen. It also lets you continue listening without trying to locate a distant station manually.
Avoid Confusion Between Radio and Video Timing
A radio, a station stream, and a video stream may not stay in sync with one another.
If you are also watching a televised or streamed game, do not assume the radio call will match the picture play for play. Choose one source as your main way to follow the action, especially if you are receiving score alerts or discussing plays with someone using a different stream.
Texans Game Radio Outside Houston
A Texans fan in Dallas, elsewhere in Texas, or another state may not be able to receive the Houston flagship signals consistently. A local station can carry another NFL team, a different game, or regular programming, so do not assume a sports station has the Texans broadcast just because it carries football.
Listening in Dallas or Elsewhere in Texas
No Dallas station is established here as a regular Texans flagship. If you can receive a Houston signal clearly, use it. Current Texans Radio Network affiliates may be another choice.
This matters most for road games, prime-time games, and games that overlap with another local NFL broadcast.
Listening From Outside the United States
Internet-radio directories can be useful for finding U.S. sports stations, but not every station stream is available outside the United States. If you use radio.net and a listed station will not play, try another available station listing.
Confirm You Have the Best Texans Radio Feed
Before settling in, use this quick check:
- The station identifies itself as your selected Texans broadcaster.
- The announcers name the Texans and that day’s opponent.
- The score and game situation match current updates.
- Audio is steady enough that you can follow the play call.
- Your phone stream, if using one, is not paused or repeatedly buffering.
- You have a backup ready: the English simulcast, a different radio location, or the official online feed.
For the clearest over-the-air result, start with the station that sounds best where you are rather than assuming AM or FM will always be stronger. Reception can vary by location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Listen to NFL Radio for Free?
Yes. You can hear the Texans’ over-the-air game broadcast free on a working AM or FM receiver without a subscription. Listening on an AM or FM radio is free once you have a working receiver; no subscription is needed for the over-the-air broadcast. Online station streams can also be free, but availability can vary by platform and location.
How Do I Know Whether I’m Hearing Live Texans Football?
You are hearing live Texans football when the announcers discuss the Texans’ scheduled opponent, current score, and game situation. Check those game details before relying on the feed. A station can air football-related discussion, a replay, or another game, so the matchup and current game action are the best confirmation.
Where Can I Verify Today’s Texans Listening Options?
Verify today’s Texans listening options by checking the Texans’ official game-week coverage and the team’s Texans Radio information before kickoff. Those sources can help you choose a broadcast route, including the official online game-listening option or a current affiliate listed for that game. Pick a broadcast route and keep a backup option ready if reception or streaming changes.
How can you listen to Houston Texans football online from Dallas or elsewhere?
You can use HoustonTexans.com to hear Texans games online instead of relying on a local radio signal. If you are listening over the air, the English game broadcast is carried by SportsRadio 610 and 100.3 The Bull, so use either one when its signal is available.