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Episode #218: Lions at Falcons, Week 16 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 16 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

Cardinals’ review

  • Lions whopped ‘em
  • 8-minute drive to open the game, settled for a FG 3-0
  • Amon-Ra St. Brown touchdown play was well designed, 10-0
  • Charles Harris came to play – dominated in arguably the best game of his career
  • AJ Parker PBU on 4th and goal give the Lions ball at the 3-yard line
  • 97 yards TD drive, capped by Goff to Reynolds 22 yd score, 17-0 at the half
  • Godwin fumbles… again… but Amani Oruwariye save him with an insane interception
  • Set up a Jason Cabinda touchdown, 24-3
  • Riley Patterson closes out the day with two more field goals, 30-12
  • “Out-coached and outplayed” the Cardinals

Roster Moves:

Reserve/COVID

Injury Report

  • OUT:
    • EDGE Julian Okwara (ankle)
    • LB Jalen Woods (neck)
    • CB Amani Oruwariye (thumb)
  • Limited
    • RB D’Andre Swift (shoulder)
    • WR Josh Reynolds (thigh)
    • WR Kalif Raymond (shoulder)
    • LG Jonah Jackson (back)
    • DL Michael Brockers (knee)
    • LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin (shoulder)

Protected PS: Steven Montez, Shane Zylstra, Bruce Hector, and Aldric Rosas

Falcons’ preview

  • Ref: Ron Torbert’s crew (near the bottom of the NFL in penalties called)
  • TV: FOX, Chris Myers, Robert Smith and Jen Hale
  • Bet line: Falcons -5.5
  • Are the Falcons fool’s gold?

We close with our new segment: Offseason Mailbag!

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As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us @erikschlitt,  @JoeKania_DLB,  @lionsbreakdown.

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Episode #217: Lions vs Cardinals, Week 15 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 15 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals at Ford Field.

Broncos’ review

  • Lions lost 38-10
  • Shorthanded is an understatement – then they lost Jerry Jacobs and Alex Anzalone
  • Another strong second quarter kept them in it, but Denver ran away with it (literally) in the second half
  • Kalif Raymond TD play design was well laid out and executed
  • Penei Sewel continues to dominate
  • Welcome to the Craig Reynolds show

Roster Moves:

Reserve/COVID

  • RB Jamaal Williams
  • LB Tavante Beckett
  • CB Bobby Price
  • CB Ifeatu Melifonwu
  • CB Mark Gilbert
  • NB Corey Ballentine
  • NB Robey-Coleman
  • S Tracy Walker
  • Evan Brown was removed from reserve/COVID and began practicing, expected to play Sunday

Injury Report

  • No practice:
    • RB D’Andre Swift (shoulder)
    • TE T.J. Hockenson (hand)
    • LG Jonah Jackson (back)
    • EDGE Julian Okwara (ankle)
    • LB Alex Anzalone (ankle)
    • OT Will Holden and S Jalen Elliott (non-injury related)
  • Limited
    • LT Penei Sewell (shoulder)
    • DL Michael Brockers (knee)
    • EDGE Austin Bryant (shoulder)
    • LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin (shoulder)
    • LB Derrick Barnes (knee)
  • NB AJ Parker (on IR) has started 21-day clock and is expected to play on Sunday

Protected PS: Craig Reynolds, Bruce Hector, Parnell Motley, and Aldric Rosas

Cardinals’ preview

  • Ref: Land Clark
  • TV: FOX, Gus Johnson, Aqib Talib, Megan Olivi
  • Bet line: Cardinals -13.5
  • WR DeAndre Hopkins is injured and may not play
  • RB James Conner is banged up and day-to-day

We close with our new segment: Offseason Mailbag!

Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe using iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean.

As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us @erikschlitt,  @JoeKania_DLB,  @lionsbreakdown.

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Episode #216: Lions at Broncos, Week 14 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 14 matchup against the Denver Broncos in Colorado.

Vikings’ review

Roster Moves:

Injury Report

  • 21 players not practicing on Thursday, mostly along the offensive and defensive lines
  • RB D’Andre Swift (shoulder)
  • TE T.J. Hockenson (hand)
  • RT Penei Sewell (shoulder and illness)
  • OL Matt Nelson (ankle)
  • DL Michael Brockers (knee and illness)
  • EDGE Julian Okwara (ankle)
  • EDGE Austin Bryant (shoulder)
  • LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin (shoulder)

Protected PS: Parker Ehinger, Bruce Hector, TE Shane Zylstra, and K Aldric Rosas

Broncos’ preview

  • Ref: John Hussey (typically on the low end of penalties)
  • TV: FOX 4:05 (unique time) Kevin Kugler, Mark Sanchez, Laura Okmin (field reporter)
  • Bet line: Broncos -8

We close with our new segment: Offseason Mailbag!

Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe using iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean.

As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us @erikschlitt,  @JoeKania_DLB,  @lionsbreakdown.

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Episode #215: Lions vs Vikings, Week 13 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 13 matchup against divisional rival Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field.

Bears review

Roster Moves:

Injury Report

  • RB D’Andre Swift (shoulder) – OUT – expected to miss “multiple weeks” ?
  • WR Trinity Benson (knee) – expected to play
  • WR KhaDarel Hodge (illness)
  • RT Penei Sewell (illness) – Questionable
  • RG Halapoulivaati Vaitai (concussion)
  • OL Matt Nelson (ankle) – Questionable
  • DL Michael Brockers (knee) – Questionable
  • EDGE Trey Flowers (knee) – OUT
  • LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin (shoulder) – OUT
  • DB Bobby Price (shoulder) – OUT

Protected PS: Bruce Hector, Steven Montez, TE Shane Zylstra, and K Aldric Rosas

Vikings’ preview

Our new segment: Offseason Mailbag!

Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe using iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean.

As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us @erikschlitt,  @JoeKania_DLB,  @lionsbreakdown.

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Episode #214: Lions vs Bears, Thanksgiving Day preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 12 matchup against divisional rival Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving Day at Ford Field.

Roster Moves:

  • Ahead of the Browns’ game:
    • Activated QB Tim Boyle
    • signed WR Tom Kennedy
    • released DL Kevin Strong
    • Elevated RG Tommy Kraemer and K Aldric Rosas

Browns review

Injury Report – Monday and Tuesday were walkthroughs

DNP

  • RG Halapoulivaati Vaitai (concussion)
  • OL Matt Nelson (ankle)
  • EDGE Trey Flowers (knee)
  • DL Da’Shawn Hand (groin)
  • NB A.J. Parker (ankle)

Limited

  • QB Jared Goff (oblique)
  • RB Jermar Jefferson (knee/ankle)
  • WR Trinity Benson (knee)

Still on IR but practicing: CB Ifeatu Melifonwu (thigh)

Bears’ preview on Thanksgiving Day

  • Ref: Adrian Hill
  • TV: FOX, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman
  • Betting Line: opened at Bears -4, now Bears -3.5 (over/under 43)
  • Bears on a 5-game losing streak
  • Lots of key injuries, including to Justin Fields, meaning Andy Dalton will start at QB
  • Matt Nagy’s job is reportedly on the line

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As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us @erikschlitt,  @JoeKania_DLB,  @lionsbreakdown.

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Episode #213: Lions at Browns, Week 11 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 11 matchup against the Cleveland Browns.

Steelers’ review

What are the Lions’ plans at quarterback this week?

Roster Moves:

Injury Report

  • RB D’Andre Swift (shoulder)
  • RB Jamaal Williams (thigh)
  • RB Jermar Jefferson (ankle)
  • LT Taylor Decker (shoulder)
  • OL Matt Nelson (ankle)
  • EDGE Trey Flowers (knee)
  • EDGE Austin Bryant (shoulder)
  • CB Jerry Jacobs (groin)
  • CB Mark Gilbert (illness)
  • Safety Tracy Walker (concussion) – He says he is going to be fine
  • CB Ifeatu Melifonwu (thigh) – Still working his way back from IR

Protected PS: Bruce Hector, Steven Montez, TE Shane Zylstra, and K Aldric Rosas

Browns’ preview

  • Ref: Clay Martin
  • TV: FOX, Gus Johnson, LaVarrington, Megan Olivi
  • Betting Line: Browns -10.5
  • Who is throwing the ball for the Lions? Can they find Hockenson?
  • Can the OL hold up the Browns top ranked pass rush?
  • Can the Lions establish a running game?
  • Can the Lions slow down the Browns rushing attack?

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Episode #212: Lions at Steelers, Week 10 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 10 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field.

Roster Moves:

Returned to practice but still on IR

Injury Report

  • RB Jamaal Williams (thigh) – No practice
  • EDGE Austin Bryant (shoulder) – limited
  • K Austin Seibert (right hip) – limited
  • LT Taylor Decker (finger) – Full
  • NB AJ Parker (neck) – Full

Protected PS: Bruce Hector, Steven Montez, Ryan Santoso, and TE Shane Zylstra

Finishing up Mailbag

  • Is KavyonThibodeaux too good to pass up or would the Lions be willing to trade?
  • What is the Lions plan at WR moving forward?
  • Will the Lions ever get a win?
  • Where are our possible wins?
  • What happens to team chemistry if the Lions go 0:17 or 1:16?
  • Which staffs will coach the senior bowl?

Steelers’ preview

  • Ref: Land Clark
  • TV: FOX, Chris Meyers, Daryl Johnson, and Jen Hale
  • Betting Line: Steelers -8 (opening line was -9)
  • Key matchups: RB Najee Harris vs NT Alim McNeill
  • Key: TE Pat Freiermuth/Eric Ebron vs S Tracy Walker/Will Harris
  • Key: RT Penei Sewel vs EDGE T.J. Watt
  • Key: TE T.J. Hockenson vs S Minkah Fitzpatrick

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Episode #211: Lions bye week Mailbag

This week on the podcast, the Detroit Lions are on a bye, so Erik and Joe decided to deviate from their traditional format, put out a call for questions from listeners, and they responded in a big way.

In this week’s Mailbag, the fellas cover a lot of topics, including:

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Episode #210: Lions vs Eagles, Week 8 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 8 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles at Ford Field in downtown Detroit.

Lions News:

Roster Moves:

Injury Report

  • TE T.J. Hockenson (knee/ankle)
  • RB D’Andre Swift (groin)
  • RB Jamaal Williams (thigh)
  • EDGE Trey Flowers (knee)
  • CB AJ Parker (neck)
  • CB Jerry Jacobs (illness)
  • FB Jason Cabinda (hip)

Protected PS: Bruce Hector, Steven Montez, Jalen Elliott, and Ryan Santoso

Rams’ review

Eagles’ preview

  • Ref: Tony Corrente
  • TV: FOX, Kenny Albert, Jonathan Vilma, Megan Olivi
  • Betting Line: Eagles -3.5
  • Key matchups: Jalen Hurts vs Alex Anzalone
  • Key: DeVonta Smith vs Jerry Jacobs
  • Key: Swift vs mashup of linebackers
  • Key: Darius Slay vs Kalif Raymond? Or will they put him on Hockenson?

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Episode #209: Lions at Rams, Week 7 preview

This week on the podcast, the guys set the table for the Detroit Lions 2021 Week 7 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in California.

Lions News:

Roster Moves:

Injury Report

Protected PS: Bruce Hector, Steven Montez, Jalen Elliott, and Ryan Santoso

Bengals’ review

Rams’ preview

  • Ref: Bill Vinvich
  • TV: Kevin Kugler, Mark Sanchez
  • Betting Line: Rams -14.5
  • Revenge game for Goff and Brockers? Vs Stafford?
  • Key matchups: Swift vs LB Kenny Young
  • Key: Hockenson vs S Taylor Rapp
  • Key: AJ Parker or Jerry Jacobs vs WR Cooper Kupp
  • Key: Trey Flowers vs LT Andrew Whitworth

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