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Episode #333: NFL Free Agency preview

In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the 2025 NFL Free Agency period set to open next week. The Legale Tampering period opens on Monday, March 10, followed by the start of the League new year and official opening of free agency on Wednesday, March 12 at 4 p.m. ET. The guys go position-by-position through the Detroit Lions’ needs and identify the players available in free agency that Lions fans should be keeping tabs on.

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Episode #332: NFL Combine preview

In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the 2025 NFL Combine’s on-field drills taking place from Thursday, February 27 through Sunday, March 2 on NFL Network. The guys go position-by-position through the Detroit Lions’ needs and identify the players attending this year’s Combine that fans should be watching.

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Episode #331: Lions vs. Commanders, Divisional Round preview

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the Detroit Lions NFC Divisional Round matchup with the Washington Commanders, with a spot in the NFC Championship on the line.

The guys review the Lions’ bye week, discuss recent transactions, take a look at the injury reports from the week, and go position-by-position through the Commanders’ roster. They examine what has changed, their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as how the Lions can take advantage, and the top keys to victory.

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Episode #330: Lions Wild Card bye week

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe review the Detroit Lions Week 18 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings, as the Lions win the NFC North for the second season in a row, secure the No. 1 seed in the NFC, as well as a first-round bye during the Wild Card Round.

In addition to reviewing the game, the guys discuss the latest injuries, preview the six Wild Card games in the NFL, and discuss the start of the coaching carousel, including where Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn are interviewing. And much more.

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Episode #329: Lions vs. Vikings, Week 18 preview

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the Detroit Lions Week 18 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings, as the NFC North, NFC No. 1 seed, home field during the playoffs, and a first-round bye are all on the line.

The guys review the Lions’ most recent game, discuss recent transactions, take a look at the injury reports from the week, and go position-by-position through the Vikings’ roster. They examine what has changed, their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as how the Lions can take advantage, and the top keys to victory.

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Episode #328: Lions at 49ers, Week 17 preview

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the Detroit Lions Week 1 7 matchup with the San Francisco 49ers. The guys review the Lions’ most recent game, discuss recent transactions, take a look at the injury reports from the week, and go position-by-position through the 49ers’ roster. They examine what has changed, their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as how the Lions can take advantage, and the top keys to victory.

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Episode #327: Lions (12-2) at Bears (4-10), Week 16 preview

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the Detroit Lions Week 16 matchup with the Chicago Bears. The guys review the Lions’ most recent game, discuss recent transactions, take a look at the injury reports from the week, and go position-by-position through the Bears’ roster. They examine what has changed, their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as how the Lions can take advantage, and the top keys to victory.

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Episode #326: Lions (12-1) vs. Bills (10-3), Week 15 preview

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the Detroit Lions Week 15 matchup with the Buffalo Bills. The guys review the Lions’ most recent game, discuss recent transactions, take a look at the injury reports from the week, and go position-by-position through the Bills’ roster. They examine what has changed, their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as how the Lions can take advantage, and the top keys to victory.

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Episode #325: Lions vs. Packers on TNF, Week 14 preview

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the Detroit Lions Week 14 matchup with the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.” The guys review the Lions’ most recent game, discuss recent transactions, take a look at the injury reports from the week, and go position-by-position through the Packers’ roster. They examine what has changed, their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as how the Lions can take advantage, and the top keys to victory.

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Episode #324: Lions vs. Bears, Thanksgiving Day preview

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In this week’s episode, Erik and Joe preview the Detroit Lions Week 13 matchup with the Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving Day. The guys review the Lions’ most recent game, discuss recent transactions, take a look at the injury reports from the week, and go position-by-position through the Bears’ roster. They examine what has changed, their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses, as well as how the Lions can take advantage, and the top keys to victory.

As a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe using iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, and more. You can support the show by subscribing to our Patreon.

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