Detroit Lions Breakdown

The Lions did not get an opportunity to cash in at U.S.Bank Stadium in Minneapolis this past Sunday as the Vikings dominated 24-9. Along the way the Vikingsachieved a team record 10 sacks and exposed an ailing Lion offensive line. The Lions get another chance to right the ship this Sunday when they travel to Soldier Field to face the 1st place Bears. it is no surprisethat Ziggy finds himself on the injury report T.J. Lang is not in concussionprotocol (neck) Special Teams Coach Joe Marciano finds himself out of a job Devin Fitzsimmons will have more responsibility, but get the same pay Zach Zenner is back What Zenner brings to the team, besidesa svelte physique Zenner with the media Slot receiver Bruce Ellington was also added What Ellington will provide the Lions Ameer Abdullah has played his last game with the Lions and wasclaimed by Vikings Andy Jones was waived and added to the Lions practice squad Cre’Von LeBlanc was cut and claimed by the Eagles Hakeem Valles was waived from the practice squad Why doesn’t Golladay have more targets? Offensive Line issues abound Damon Harrison has made an impact Is Teez Tabor in a rut in the learning curve or just a liability? Snap Counts from Week 9 Week 10 Chicago Bears preview Vegas likes the Bears Bears QBMitch Tribusky’s underrated trait Kahlil Mack looks like he’ll play Could Matthew Stafford struggles be associated with coaching? Who needs to step up in the second half of the season? Can the Lions end the season with a winning record? Did Bob Quinn always envision a rebuild? Should the younger players be getting more snaps now and have the team looking towards the future? Is Tyrell Crosby a potential replacement for Lang at guard? Should Tracy Walker see snaps at corner? Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/DLB_Ep83.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions and their fans are reeling after a lackluster 28-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks this past Sunday at Ford Field. During the week the fans were dealt another blow with the trade of fan favorite WR Golden Tate to the Philadelphia Eagles on Tuesday. In this episode, Erik and Joe discuss the positive ramifications of Tuesday’s trade and prepare for Sunday’s game against the Vikings. As always, the injury report Theo returns to practice, Ezekiel Ansah still laboring Lions add former Giants LB Kelvin Sheppard Some interesting moves with the practice squad Marvin Jones deal gets restructured The Studs and Duds from the Seahawks game, from Lions Wire How was Damon Harrison’s Lions debut? The Lions Week 8snap counts A wide-ranging discussion of the Golden Tate trade How the roster is affected by the loss of Tate The scheme will have to change in Tate’s absence Who will play the slot? Will the Lions use more multiple running back sets? Will Riddick see the field more in different spots? There were a lotoffalse narratives surrounding the Tate trade The Tate trade has shades of “Patriot Way” The other NFC North trades Preview of the Minnesota Vikings Vegas Watch: Lions a 5-point underdog Lions DB vs Vikings WR Lions DL vs Vikings OL Are the Lions out of it for the division title? Can the team trust Ameer Abdullah? Will we ever see Miles Killebrew on defense? Could Teez Tabor switch positions? Potential Salary Cap room this upcoming offseason Which position groups are the Lions scouting Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/DLB_Ep82.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions enter the bye week on a high note after defeating the Green Bay Packers 31-23 at Ford Field on Sunday afternoon. This week Erik and Joe discuss things in general roughly 1/3 of the way into the season. Speculating the injury report Ezekiel Ansah has a backer in Patricia Who replaces Jamal Agnew? CB CreVon LeBlanc promoted to the 53-man roster Claiming CB Lenzy Pipkins Hakeem Valles was waived and thensigned to practice squad LB Marquis Flowers released Reviewing the victory over the Packers, Studs and Duds Thoughts on the Snap Count Lions v. Packers — By the numbers Rod Wood-Shed Jim Brandstatter gets Game Ball Erik in the Press Box Exploring the Lions DVOA Is Matthew Stafford off? The rise of Kenny Golladay How has RG Kenny Wiggins performed? Is there a trade out there for Bob Quinn at the deadline? Now folks are complaining about coverage sacks How will Ziggy Ansah be used when he returns? Can Jarrad Davis become the Lions version of Dont’a Hightower? Is it a positive sign with Agnew not going on IR? And as always — Should we extend Golden Tate? Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/ByeWeek.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions return home after a disappointing 26-24 loss to the Dallas Cowboys last Sunday at Jerry World. This week the Lions welcome an old adversary when Aaron Rodgers brings the Packers to town. Ezekiel Ansah returnsbut is limited in practice Quandre Diggs fractured handisn’t keeping him from practicing T.J. Lang has a concussionwill likely keep him out Eric Lee finds himself on the 53-man Andrew Donnal so long and hello Dee Virgin waivedshortly after surrendering 19 yards in field position Stafford’s personal stats are headed in the right direction Kerryon Johnson and LeGarrette Blount, Patricia says it doesnot matter who is in the game? Really? DVOA says it does, ranking Johnson the most efficient back in the league through the first four weeks. How will the OL fare with Wiggins moving into the lineup? The run defense still does not improve The secondary is holding up their end of the bargain Snap Count observations Green Bay Packers preview Vegas likes the Packers 4 key matchupswill directly affect this weeks game Aaron Rodgers is hurt, probably doesn’t matter Some fans are missing Ameer Abdullah How is the rookie class shaping up Where should Jarrad Davis end up? How good can Da’Shawn Hand be? Looking at potential draft needs. Will Golden Tate be a Lion beyond 2018? Thanks to Anonymous for the 5-star review! Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/DLB_Ep78.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The nearly 2week long nightmare is over and the Lions have got themselves into the win column with a 26-10 dismantling of the vaunted New England Patriots. This week Erik and Joe will discuss whether lightning can strike twice this week in Dallas. Ezekiel Ansah and Michael Roberts headline the injury report, but three Offensive Linemen also make an appearance TE Jerome Cunningham has been added to the practice squad Corey Robinson has been cut by the Panthers, the Lions will not receive the 7th rounder in 2020 Erik and Joe discuss the 5 takeaways from the Lions win over Patriots Patricia might not be as hated by the players as we thought Ricky Jean-Francois’ likes the Lions fans Kerryon Johnson ends the droughtand earnsPlayer of the Game honors Erik gives Snap Count observations The offensive line has been a beacon of hope Vegas likes the Cowboys by three points Can Ezekiel Elliott be contained? Can the Lions OL handle the Cowboys front 7 like they did the Pats? The great Sean Lee is OUT for Week 4 Will the Lions exploit Lee’s absence? Will Ameer ever find his way back into the lineup? Da’Shawn Hand has shown good growth A’Shawn Robinson finally returns Patricia’s Madden dream defensive lineman Jamal Agnew not only returns kicks Teez Tabor is playing, but not on defense Special thanks to MTNZ63 and JT2214 for the 5 star reviews! Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/DLB_Ep77.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions have returned home after a tough loss in Santa Clara to the 49ers. This week Erik and Joe discuss the Lions returning to primetime with a guest appearance on “Sunday Night Football” as the opponent of the New England Patriots. The Lions have not yet released their injury report, but the current wounded are Ezekiel Ansah, T.J. Lang and Darius Slay The team has released OL Jamil Demby and S Marcus Cromartie Joe and Erik discuss Erik’s 6 takeaways from the 49ers game article Devon Kennardwas the player of the game Coach Patricia gave an uninspired explanation of clock management at end of the first half Quandre Diggsand his late game penalty 10 Observations from Week 2 snap counts Erik and Joe talk about Lions Wire’s Jeff Risdon suggesting of4 things the Lions must change Breaking the New England Patriots WR Josh Gordon is the newest Patriot A myriadof mailbag topics are picked through… Matthew Stafford struggling with the deep ball, Staffords health, decisions while throwing Are we going to see more Kerryon? How was Wiggins performance, should he keep playing? Can Golladay be a top 10 receiver, is this Golden Tate’s last year, why don’t the Lions use TEs? How can Jarrad Davis improve, could Davis and Christian Jones switch linebacker roles? Can Jamal Agnew expand his corner duties from the slot to the outside? If the Lions keep losing, is blowing up the team and starting over an option (Spoiler: No) Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/DLB_Ep76.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions suffered an embarrassing 48-17 drubbing to rookie QB Sam Darnold and his New York Jets Monday Night. Erik and Joe will try to sort out the landmines and look at ways the team can potentially not embarrass themselves at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California in a late afternoon Sunday matchup with the 49ers. Ziggy Ansah back on the injury report OL Jamil Dembyis the newest Lion Bradley Marquezand Zach Zennerare the latest Lions departures Joe and Erik break down Erik’s five takeaways from the loss to the Jets Quandre Diggsearned himself a gold star In a week of poor performances Kenny Golladay was this weeks player of the game Thoughts on the Lions snap counts Should this game sour us on the Lions this season? The main embarrassment the Lions have been afflicted with nationally is that Jets defense claimed theyknew the plays Does stealing signals matter? Unsurprisingly theLions are underdogs on Sunday What do we expect against the 49ers? Jim Bob Cooter = scapegoat? Erik and Joe dig into the mailbag and find questions concerning every position group on the roster and many of the fans fears for this team and the future Special teams ace Don Carey working out for the Lions Is it possible the Lions win the road opener for the third year in a row? Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/DLB_Ep75.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Joe and Erik explore fans reactions to Game 1 against the Oakland Raiders and set expectations for Game 2 against the New York Giants as well as address what has happened so far in Training Camp. Examination of Erik’s latest Roster Stack: 2018 Post-Preseason Game 1 Rookie’s playing big roles already Snap counts from the Raiders game Kerryon Johnson’s emergence Player of the Gamehonors PFF’s highest graded RB PFF 1st team week 1 Frank Ragnow’s communication is improving Graham Glasgow’s injuryand return to practice The defense seems to be a bit soft up front The secondary still looks like strong suit of the defense Erik’s 5 takeaways from the Raiders game Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/DLB_Ep71.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us at@erikschlitt,@JoeKania_DLB, and@lionsbreakdown.

No big news in the player personnel department this week, but a big move was made in the broadcast booth as Jim Brandstatter learned that he is not in the Lions future plans. He will be replaced by Lomas Brown this upcoming season. Erik and Joe talk about that and a myriad of other topics. The Lions did not make any selections in the Supplemental Draft on Wednesday Marvin Lewis and Teo Redding are training together The Flag Football League on the NFL Network Kris Durham has surfaced in Italy Daryl Rogers has passed away What are the consequences of an improved running game? What if the Lions never picked up Ebronsoption? Are there future big stars on this team? Will the Lions sign veteran free agents cut by other teams during camp? Who were the best Lions duos? Check out Erik’s articles from the past week Special thanks to J M Lewis 5213 for the 5-star review! Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/DLB_Ep67.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions tried not to expend too much energy this week, likely due to the heat and didn’t make much noise when it came to player movement or announcements. Even without a lot of news, there were still a lot of topics for Erik and Joe to discuss. Reuben Foster and Julian Edelman will both be suspended for their games against the Lions, how does it affect the Lions chances? Jim Bob Cooter to be on the hot seat There is a fascination with how the DL will handle the steep learning curve What’s with the negative talk about Jarrad Davis? Quandre Diggs is betting on himself Who wore it better? Barry or Billy? Revisiting the 2014 draft Fredi the Pizzaman is raising money for charity Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/DLB_Ep66.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Mini-camp has started and with 3 days in the books the Lions have had enough for the week. Matt Patricia has spoken to the media before every practice and, unsurprisingly, did not say much. Erik and Joe spend theirtime this week discussing mini-camp. The bottom of the Lions roster remains in flux with the addition of TE Wes Saxton and the subtraction of CB Bryan Pringle An early visit to the Rod Wood-Shed this week where the PR department, of all things, is discussed Darius Slay (#49) and Matt Stafford (#31) both appear in this season of the NFL Top-100 miniseries The NFL Network was live in Allen Park this Thursday as the Lions finished up week 1 of mini-camp. FB Nick Bawden has a torn ACL Joe and Erik break down the first few days and discuss what the beat writers have noticed Erik and Joe continue examining the offseason moves of the Lions rivals in the NFC North. This week they break down the Lions perennial thorn in their side, Green Bay Packers A lot of fullback, wide receiver and defensive back-centric mailbag questions The discussion portion of the show centers around whether the Lions will have success picking from the Belicheck coaching and front office trees The final discussion question comes from a Colton Wesley article wondering what would have happened if the Oakland Raiders took Calvin Johnson 1st overall in the 2007 NFL Draft A special thanks to 5-star reviewers Kuehn Observations, Malachi’s Lions Blood and Kevin Washington (updated) Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DLB_Ep63.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The draft is only 15 days away and all is quiet on the Lions front. The team has hunkered down and is preparing for the draft… The Lion began offseason workouts this week (Ziggy is the only Lion not in attendance) Emmit Cleary has retired TJ Jones has signed his RFA tender Joe learns about The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald Trophy and has his mind blown Erik and Joe take a look at mock drafts by Mel Kiper and the combo of Josh Norris and Evan Silva and Erik hates both drafts The QIB of all draftable players is investigatedfor all positions on offense A breakdown of the QIB system can be found here The mailbag is sifted through for only offense related questions Thanks to Saint Stafford and StevieO for their5-star reviews! Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DLB_Ep56.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The NFL is deep into Phase 2 and the Lions have been fully involved. Erik and Joe have been keeping tabs on all the additions… RB LeGarrette Blount signed a 1-year $2.5 million deal How will Blount’s signing affect the Lions draft plans? NT Sylvester Williams left the Titans for a 1-year deal TE Luke Willson signed a Godfather-like 1-year $2.5 million deal How does the Willson signing affect Michael Roberts role? G/T Kenny Wiggins got 1-year and $1.875 million The team has lost TE Eric Ebron (Indianapolis), LB Tahir Whitehead (Oakland), LB Brandon Copeland (NYJets) One of Erik’s latest articles shows the current state of the roster Erik and Joe break down Dave Birkett’s latest mock draft The mailbagends with a discussionof who Joe and Erik would draft if each of them were Bob Quinn Special thanks to Sweta Patel for the 5-star review! Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DLB_Ep54.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The free agency signing period kicks off on March 14th. So tampering may officially begin on Monday. In this episode, Joe and Erik will break down, position by position, who the Lions may be targeting in free agency and the draft… Former Patriot LB Roman Phifer has signed on as an area scout “Butt fumble” returner Steve Gregory was hired as a defensive assistant Dylan Thompson has been hired as a “character coach” The 2018 salary cap is set at $177.2 million, meaning the Lions have roughly $27.5 million in cap room Running Backs – will the Lions target a RB at pick #20 Wide Receivers – TJ Jones will not be extended an RFA offer Tight End – Will Ebron be traded? Is Graham an option? Offensive Line – Signing Norwell is unlikely, but the draft is loaded with interior options Defensive Line – Could Suh come back? Would the Lions prefer a DE or DT at pick #20? Linebacker – Whitehead not likely to return, the Lions are not likely to sign an impact name in free agency Defensive Backs – The team will likely use later round picks on DBs, and might pick up a known player in free agency Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DLB_Ep52.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

From February 27th through March 5th the NFL Combine will take place in Indianapolis. In this episodeErik and Joe will talk about what the Lions will be focused on when watching the defensive players compete, but first, they will talk about the teams first major move this offseason… Ziggy Ansah is the proud new recipient of the franchise tag Was the franchise tag the right move for the team? Erik talks about the Bob Quinn/Matt Patricia news conference on Wednesday Day 3 of the combine will feature the defensive tackles, edge players, and linebackers Day 4 will feature cornerbacks and safeties The latest installment of reviewing the mock drafts include Chad Reuters from NFL.com, Mel Kiper, Dane Brugler and CBS.com Erik and Joe finish it off with the mailbag Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DLB_Ep51.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions attention has turned toward the combine which is only twoFridays away. This week Erik and Joe take a look at players the Lions might be focusing on… Hank Fraley and Brian Picucci have been added to the offensive coaching staff Day 1 of the combine will feature the running backs and the offensive line Day 2 will feature the quarterbacks, wide receivers and tight ends The last 8 pre-combine Mel Kiper Mock Drafts are studied, as far as Lion picks in the first round go It is also worth noting that Ziggy Ansah is now eligible for a franchise tag The mailbag is very running back heavy this week As well as concern over left guard Erik and Joe finish the show with a discussion over what we would do with our free agent money and what the magic 8 ball sees for Quinn and Patricia’sfuture Thanks to Jon Aubry for the wonderful review Although we don’t talk about any of the articles in this episode (due to most of them concerning defense) it is notable that Erik continued his offseason outlook series on … IOL, IDL,EDGE,LB, CB Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DLB_Ep50.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Super Bowl week has arrived and Erik and Joe begin to talk about what theLions need to do to get there someday… Even though the team does not have a headcoach three new position coaches were added (QBs George Godsey, OL Jeff Davidson and DBs Brian Stewart) Erik talks about an unconfirmed rumor of Chris White potentially becoming the TE coach (thus moving Al Golden somewhere else) Scott Bischoff penned a Lions only mock draftfor NDT scouting and Erik wrote an article breaking it down Lance Zierlein posted a full first round mock draftfor NFL.com and Joe and Erik look at the highlights and lowlights The Lions publicly met with 13 players at the Senior Bowl The questions on the top of the mailbag concerned the new “unknown head coach” The second set of questions concerns the scheme. Erik mentions an article he wrote a while back talking about the role of the Money Linebacker The third set of questions is about the offseason Finally, Erik and Joe discuss many topics of the serious football type and the not-so-serious type Thanks to Go Dutch and Hamza for the great reviews Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DLB_Ep48.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Matt Patricia is still not yet the head coach, with the Patriots headed to the Super Bowl, but heads have begun to roll in the coaching department. The Senior Bowl is coming up this week and the remaining Lions coaches will have theireyes trained there… TJ Lang has been named as an injury replacement to the Pro Bowl Bleacher Report has been having their continuing series on the NFL 1000, with Darius Slay being the #3 ranked CB There are only 2 head coaching vacancies left There are five remaining Lions assistants that are representing the team at the Senior Bowl (Al Golden, Robert Prince, Delvin Fitzsimmons, Evan Rothstein and Payton McCollum) The team has let go of QB coach Brian Callahan, LB coach Bill Sheridan, CB coach Tony Oden and S coach Alan Williams Erik addresses the rumors of future Lions assistants Joe and Erik review Jeff Risdon’s latest Mock Draft A slew of questions concerning Matt Patricia The second pile from the mailbag is full of questions surrounding players the Lions will look to draft or sign during free agency Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe to iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/DLB_Ep47.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The season effectivelyended in Cincinnati on Christmas Eve with a lackluster 26-17 loss to the Bengals. The season will mercifully end on Sunday when the Lions host Green Bay at Ford Field… Ebron, Lang and Wagner have been limited in practice this week Swanson, Lawson and Barclay (sent to IR) have all been out with concussions In 3rd stringQB news Brad Kaaya has been claimed by the Colts and Alek Torgersen has been added to the practice squad The Power Rankings continue to be meaningless, but always fun to note Erik’s Studs and Duds articlewelcomes back Ziggy Ansah, Eric Ebron and Quandre Diggs to the good side The rookies continue to gain reps as the season goes on Erik covers what happened against the Packers last go around and what the Lions would look to do to win on Sunday Five new first-time question submitters get recognized in the mailbag as well as many of our old favorites Erik and Joe give their thoughts on the current and future coaching situation Erik wrote and article showing his first fans generated mock draft and you can check it out here Unfortunately, we experience some technical difficulties in the last 30 seconds of the show, but it basically cuts out us saying thanks to all of you listeners, we really appreciate your support of our show, Thanks. Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/DLB_Ep43.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions finished theirsweep of the Bears 20-10 on Saturday in theircolor rush grays at Ford Field. This week the Lions head to the banks of the Ohio River to face off against the Cincinnati Bengals on Christmas Eve… Rick Wagner should return to the lineup on Sunday Travis Swanson is still likely out TJ Jones has been added to IR with Andre Jones promoted to the 53 man roster to replace him The Power Rankings continue to baffle Erik and Joe The Lions playoff scenarios are evaluated Erik evaluates the Lions chances against each of their potential playoff opponents in the event the Lions sneak in Erik’s Studs and Duds article continues to feature Darius Slay and Eric Ebron, for good reasons Erik continues to break down the rookie snap counts vs. the veterans Bengals offense vs Lions defense Lions offense vs. Bengals defense More new first-time question submitters and many questions looking towards the Lions offseason Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/DLB_Ep42.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The ship is taking on water as the Lions were embarrassed by the Ravens 44-20 last Sunday in Baltimore. No better place to take a listing ship than Tampa Bay where the Lions will take on the 4-8 Buccaneers… After a one weekhiatus, Ziggy Ansah is back on the injury report TJ Lang, Ameer Adbullah, Travis Swanson, Jamal Agnew, Rick Wagner and Matt Stafford are at risk of not playing on Sunday Thurston Armbister is back on the practice squad The Lions are dipping into the later teens in the power rankings Erik’s Studs and Duds article debuts a new stud and dud that has mostly seen time on the studs list this season Erik also wrote about Quandre Diggs’ move to safety has and will affect the Lion defense Buccaneers offense vs. Lions defense Lions offense vs. Buccaneers defense The questions section has been reformatted this week due to the large amount of crossover in the questions Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/DLB_Ep40.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions were shaky early but strong late in a 38-24 win over the winless Cleveland Browns. This week Erik and Joe sit back and wonder how the Lions will look against Mitch Trubisky and the Bears on Sunday… TJ Lang was back at practice Ziggy Ansah is out again this week Greg Robinson moved to IR The revolvingdoor keeps spinning in the adds/releases department The Lions move up slightlyin most of the power rankings The Browns game brought about a new list of Studs and Duds Bears offense vs. Lions defense Lions offense vs. Bears defense While looking through the mailbox we found a bunch of good queries Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/DLB_Ep37.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions dominated the Packers on Monday night to the tune of a 30-17 victory. Erik and Joe bask in the first win without a punt since 1971 and prepare for DeShone Kizer and the Cleveland Browns on Sunday… TJ Lang is in the concussion protocol and may not play Sunday Ziggy Ansah is a question mark too Decisions remain on Taylor Decker and Corey Robinson For the first time this season the Lions do not add or release anyone so far this week The Lions stay steady in the power rankings, Erik says it is likely due to the rankers having their lists complete before Mondays game Erik’s Studs and Duds article from the Packers game is rehashed Browns offense vs. Lions defense Lions offense vs. Browns defense The mailbag is overflowing and needs to be emptied Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/DLB_Ep36.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions did not score a touchdown during Sunday nights 20-15 loss to the Steelers and left a lot of questions in their wake. Erik and Joe break down the Monday Night Football matchup against Nick Hundley and the Green Bay Packers… The Lions are slowly getting healthier Decisions are due soon on Taylor Decker and Corey Robinson DE Smith is back and G Don Barclay is picked up Skipper to the practice squad, Norton released Even with the lackluster effort against the Steelers, the Lions do not fall much in the power rankings Packers offense vs. Lions defense Lions offense vs. Packers defense The mailbag is opened and it is loaded with questions Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/DLB_Ep35.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions didn’t bask in a win or bemoan a defeat this week, but there was plenty of action in Allen Park. This week the Lions host Pittsburgh on Sunday Night Football and Erik and Joe break down the game… The injury report still includes the names Lang and Quin, but both look like they will play, news is murkier on Tate and Golladay Transactions – Matt Prater will be sticking around for another 3 years and will bank around $12 million in the process. Thornton, Billingsley and Skipper now on the 53 man Kaaya and Norton to the practice squad Jeff Locke released, he was a fine fill in for Sam Martin The Lions fall in most of the power rankings, even though they didn’t take the field Steelers offense vs. Lions defense Lions offense vs. Steelers defense A short trip to the mailbox wraps up the show Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/DLB_Ep34.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions lost in heartbreaking fashion to the Falcons 30-26 resulting in theirfirst loss of the season. This episode has Erik and Joe talking about the loss and previewing Sunday’s game in Minnesota… The injury report is huge with 15 of the 53 man roster hobbled Transactions – welcome Tim Lelito and Dan Skipper, Joe Dahl to the IR and so long Storm Norton The power rankings continue to have the Lions on the ascent Jim Caldwell got a contract extension a long time ago Erik’sStuds and Duds article from Lions Wire is explored Pro Football Focus shows Glover Quin as the #2 safety in the NFL and Stafford and Diggs the #4 overall ranked players at their position Vikings offense vs. Lions defense Lions offense vs. Vikings defense A stuffed mailbox needs to be cleaned out Special thanks to all the people who left great reviews Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/DLB_Ep31.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

After 4 grueling preseason games, the regular season is finally upon us. Erik and Joe break down the matchup against Arizona… Injury updates for both teams The Lions add OL Brian Mihalik and Zac Kerin and release OL Cornelius Lucas and Brandon Thomas The Practice Squad roster has been filled and it has some new facesbut doesn’t have Cole Wick or Brad Kaaya How will the Lions offense fare against the Cardinals 3-4? Can the Lions stop David Johnson or generate a pass rush? A deep dip into the mailbag If you are attending the game and want to be part of the phone pre-game thing, you should probably read this Joe asks for Eriks thoughts on specific things we will see in the game Also, read Erik’s latest article covering the press conference Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/DLB_Ep28.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions closed out a middling preseason with a 27-17 loss to the Buffalo Bills and a 2-2 record. On Saturday the Lions trimmed the roster to 53 men, Erik and Joe break it down… Position by position breakdown A short chat about the players still in Lions orbit on injured or suspendedlists Ofthe 22 players leaving without full-time employment with the Lions which 10 could Erik see coming back, albeit on the practice squad Finishing with adiscussion of Erik’s final preseason Studs and Duds article Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/DLB_Ep27.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions had a mixed bag in the 16-6 win over the Jets 16-6 this past Saturday night. Erik and Joe talk about the game, the roster, Rod Wood and more… As always a look at the injury report Latest transactions, nothing earth shattering this week Steven Tulloch visited with the team this week Still no progress on the Stafford contract front Erik and Joe visit the Rod Wood shed and talk about his meeting with Roger Goodell this week (No Hard Knocks for the Lions) The mailbag had a lot of questions about how this Lions roster is taking shape Eriks studs from the game Quandre Diggs Matthew Stafford Akeem Spence Eriks duds from the game The RBs not named Abdullah Joe Dahl (as a Guard) Brad Kaaya Some more notes on the Jets game with A’Shawn, Hayden, Davis and Agnew standing out on defense Joe tries to guess how the pollsters voted in Erik’s article covering the Lions roster battles Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/DLB_Ep25.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The Lions trounced the Colts 24-10 on Sunday and Erik and Joe have some takeaways from the game… Eriks studs from the game Kenny Golladay A’Shawn Robinson Anthony Zettel Eriks duds from the game Michael Roberts Matt Asiata Laken Tomlinson Kerry Hyder and Brandon Copeland hit IR, how will they be replaced? Will the guard play improve? Is this where the Golladay hype train stops? Does Dwayne Washington have the RB4 spot locked up? Will Erik’s duds rebound vs the Jets? Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/DLB_Ep24.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Erik has been posting articles after every day of practice he attends, you can read themhere, or here On this show, Erik and Joe break down the first few days of camp… Update on the injury report The boys go through the mailbag as they break down each positional group Stafford looks solid, the kids look like kids Does Abdullah look 100% recovered? Eriks’ thoughts on Dontez Ford Joe once again sounds off on Staffords contract extension Golladay looks strong unless the defense brings the muscle Darrin Fells is a bright spot in Eric Ebrons absence The battle at Left Tackle isn’t exactly heating up Position flexibility is not what Erik has seen from Laken Tomlinson Anthony Zettel looks good at DE Pat O’Connor may have shown some twinkling Worrilow has looked surprisingly good DJ Hayden has looked fast, but not much else Jalen Tabor looks very comfortable off the ball Erik and Joe talk about Glover Quin’s contract extension Erik expounds on his latest football crush Miles Killebrew Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/DLB_Ep22.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Brett Whitefield of Pro Football Focus joins Erik and Joe as their first ever guest!… Armonty Bryant was suspended for 4 games for violating the league substance abuse policy the Lions may need to look for an addition to the DL Brett has an article on the prototypical Defensive Linemen in every technique Erik just released one looking at 5 options the Lions have to bolster their pass rush The boys visit the Rod Wood-shed early and talk about the latest stadium, uniform and Calvin updates Erik and Brett play “take a side” while evaluating the Lions skill players projected offensive stats according to the latest series of articles by Dave Birkett Brett looks at Eric Ebron and if he’ll see more Red Zone action in 2017 Another peek at the Matthew Stafford contract situation Are the Lions overlooked? Would anyone make a bold prediction about the Lions nationally? Brett and Erik are optimistic about the Lions Defensive Backs. The PFF group currently has the Lions ranked 17th in the NFL Two quick mailbag questions Thanks again for Brett for joining us, check out his Twitter at @BrettWhitefield Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/DLB_Ep20.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Not so quiet on the football front this week as Calvin Johnson generated some Lions related content… Calvin now says the Lions losing ways were the cause of his retirement Erik and Joe discuss a Mike Payton article from Pride of Detroit about the Lions Secret Weapon (Joe and Erik call it “Superstar” for some reason) Kent Platte of Pride of Detroit delves into whether the Lions receivers will be better in 2017, Joe and Erik aren’t so sure A round of Ebron quotes An MLive poll asks which Lions reclamation project will have the most success in 2017 Erik and Joe take another look at the roster stack Another peek at the mailbag Erik has another round of questions for Joe, this time on the ages of the Lions Who were the greatest players Joe and Erik saw in college Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/DLB_Ep19.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Happy Belated 4th of July, most of the other Lions podcasts took the week off, so Erik and Joe are doing their best to shoulder the load… A poll on Draft Wire asked who was the Lions best draft pick from 2017, Erik breaks it down Joe and Erik compare their lists of the 5 under the radar Lions who could make an impact in 2017 (also comparing to Tim Twentyman’s list) A few news stories surfaced with the Lions getting some national love (Rick Gosslin’s power rankings) The boys answer a bunch of questions from the mailbag Joe tries to guess between Founding Fathers and Ex-Lions NOTE: Take a look at Erik’s latest column Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/DLB_Ep18.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Lions news has continued to grind to a halt here in late June, still Erik and Joe find a way to squeeze blood out of the proverbial rock… Tavon Wilson is facing a lawsuit in civil court Former Lion Nick Fairley’s heart condition might end his career LB Zach Orr looking to unretire, visited the Lions on Thursday, Erik even wrote an article about it The boys answer a couple of questions from Nathan and Sean Which Barry Sanders run was the greatest and most memorable Erik talks about the Lions and their utilization of analytics Kent Platte from Pride of Detroit gathered a bunch of data from the 50 mock drafts already for 2018, Erik and Joe glance at the list Joe tries to guess statistics on the NFL Top 100 list Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DLB_Ep17.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Another slow week in Allen Park, but that gives Erik and Joe time to talk contract extensions and top 10 lists… Congratulations to listener Andy Dombrowski and his triumph on the F-Word Kenny Golladay finally signs his rookie deal Eric Decker will not find his way to Detroit Contract details for Greg Robinson and Cyrus Kouandijo Evaluating Khyri Thornton’s suspension The team and Glover Quin begin extension talks Yet another Matthew Stafford contract update (another domino falls in the saga with Derek Carr’s extension) Rookie recap Jarrad Davis seeing all the time at the MIKE Jalen Tabor has been making plays Jalen Reeves-Maybin has been showing off athletic ability Jamal Agnew is trying to utilize his versatility Jeremiah Ledbetter has a better chance of making the squad with Thornton’s suspension Pat O’Connor looks quick Kenny Golladay does not drop passes Michael Roberts is delivering what Erik thought he’d deliver Brad Kaaya seems miles behind Jake Rudock The Lions have one player (Stafford at #31) on the NFL Top 100 list, could there eventually be more? Erik and Joe evaluate who they think are the Lions top 10 most important non-QBs after SI and MMQB released their lists Joe answers a few, “Who’s Got More?” Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DLB_Ep16.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

OTAs were in full swing this week, Erik and Joe talk about all that, say goodbye to another Lions great and dip back into the mailbag… Happy retirement to Detroit Lions Radio Sad to hear news of Wayne Walkers passing Disgruntled Calvin Johnson The rules changes for 2017, Joe Fauria must be displeased he’s no longer in the league In OTAs… Ameer Abdullah is now participating with contact A battle is raging for the last 3 WR spots Eric Ebron is showing Michael Roberts the ropes Graham Glasgow is taking all snaps at LG Jarrad Davis is hogging all the snaps in the middle Jalen Tabor just wants for us to see him play Alex Carter is moving to safety Interesting nerdy information about draft retention rates A few questions from the mailbag A trip down memory lane to 2006 Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/DLB_Ep13.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

A quiet week in Lions land, but there was still a lot for Erik and Joe to talk about… A special thanks to Scott and Brock for giving us 5 star reviews on the Podcasts App!! The Lions are already making cuts and keeping the roster under 90 Unsurprising Matthew Stafford contract extension talk A sasquatch-like sighting of LaGarrette Blount at Metro Airport Blount was May 9th tendered by the Pats, whatever that means Jarrad Davis makes a way too early All-Rookie team Gambling spreads and early season win-loss predictions Are the Lions the team to supplant the Packers in the NFC North Erik takes a look at the current roster vs. the one that took the field in Seattle and if the Lions are better or worse than they were 4 months ago We wrap the show with some ancient personal history talk and thoughts on how to structure a Madden roster Just a reminder, if you like our show you can subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/DLB_Ep11.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The draft starts this Thursday 4/28/17. There is a lot to cover in this episode with the back seven on defense to be evaluated… Reactions to the new uniforms A quick look at the 2017 schedule Matthew Stafford contract extension talk Joe vs. the Mini-Taco Charltons (the Mini-Ditkas would beat us both) The top QIB qualifiers at LB, Erik’s LB article The top QIB qualifiers at CB, Erik’s CB article The top QIB qualifiers at S, Erik’s S article will drop early this week Up Next:Reactions to the Draft https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/DLB_Ep09.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The draft is now only 3episodes (14 days) away. The USDA busy so Erik will do the evaluating of Defensive Line prospects in this episode… Titus Young is headed to prison Erik quizzes Joe on the Final 4 of the Lions Combine of Sorrow Four former college WRs visit Allen Park More David Njoku talk The Lions will unveil their new uniforms Top QIB qualifiers at DT (Erik will have an article up 4/14/17) Will the Lions favor a bigger closed DE or will they go for someone more svelte Up Next: Linebackers and the Secondary https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/DLB_Ep08.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The draft is now only 4 episodes (22 days) away. Erik and Joe will spout out their thoughts and feelings about… Richard Shermans availability A new Lion via Mt. Pleasant The surprising exit of Gunther Cunningham Reactions to Daniel Jeremiah’s latest Mock Draft Potential Lions at TE (hopefully not David Njoku) and their QIB WR fits (likely no targets in the first round) Tony Romo’s retirement plans (They don’t include Phil Simms) Next week our focus will switch to the defense https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/DLB_Ep07.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The draft is only 5 episodes (29 days) away. In this episode Erik rolls out the QIB (Quinn Influenced Benchmark) system. What are the Quinn Influenced Benchmarks for Running Backs Who fits those benchmarks in the early and late rounds There are fewer QIB qualifying scoresfor Offensive Linemen, who fits currently on Lions? What Offensive Linemen might the Lions target late in the draft? We look at SI’s latest Mock Draft Version 9.0 We once again travel to the Rod Wood-shed and listen to the requests he made at the owners meetings. We will be covering all of the other position groups in the ensuing weeks leading up to the draft. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/DLB_Ep06.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Its only episode 5 and we’re already doing a mailbag episode. A special thanks goes out to everyone that submitted us a question. What are the Lions draft needs? What does the Lions Draft Board look like? Who does Erik like besides Haason Reddick? Obi Melifonwu? (not a typo) What are the chances of seeing the Lions make a trade in the first round? When might the Lions take a running back? Why do the Lions even consider taking a player with perceived “motor” issues? Who do we see starting right away after drafting them? Why not draft a DE? (Especially when they are so expensive in FA) It was great getting all the questions and we will definitely do this again. If anything ever pops into your mind that you might want to hear us talk about, send us a tweet anytime. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/DLB_Ep05.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Due to a natural disaster we have missed 2 weeks of free agency. We catch up this week chatting about these additions… Keshawn Martin (the man whose punt return never counted) Former journeyman pro basketball player Darren Fells Direct benefactor of Martin’s nullified punt return Rick Wagner Hippo Hot Dogs Hall of Famer T.J. Lang Potential Ngata successor Akeem Spence Rotational DE Cornelius Washington Future starter Paul Worrilow Not Logan Ryan We wrote this twoweeks ago and we nailed it, “We expect the Lions to spend heavily on the Offensive Line, Blocking TE, Linebacker and Corner and mostly address the other needs in the draft.” https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/DLB_Ep04.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

The cap is up to $167,000,000! We can only imagine how mad Jim Thorpe and Red Grange are. All free agency talk this week as we look forward to the combine results. In thisepisode wediscuss… The league calendar No options at QB RBs that may have been on your fantasy team last year High priced WR options More sensibly priced TEs High end targets on the OL Pass rush and rush stuffing on the DL Dont’a Hightower and other LBs Plenty of CBs and SS John Cyprien We expect the Lions to spend heavily on the Offensive Line, Blocking TE, Linebacker and Corner and mostly address the other needs in the draft. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/DLB_Ep03.mp3 As always, thanks for listening. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)

Podcast #2 Moving to the other side of the ball… A look at the Lions available free agents on Defense and Special Teams DT- Khryi Thornton, Tyrunn Walker and Stefan Charles DE – Kerry Hyder and Devin Taylor LB – Josh Bynes, Jon Bostic SS – Rafael Bush (and how Miles Killebrew will take his role) CB – Where they need to look for new Lions Does Erik think Jabril Peppers fits with these Lions? LS – Don Mulbach Salary cap talk, the Lions have a hole burning in their pocket of spending cash. Note: The names Tavon Austin and Travis Wilson are both really supposed to be Tavon Wilson. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/DLB_Ep02.mp3 Let us know your thoughts, tweet us (@erikschlitt,@JoeKania_DLB,@lionsbreakdown)

Our First Podcast! Thanks for listening. In this episode wediscuss… A look at the Lions available free agents on Offense OL – Riley Rieff and Larry Warford QB – Dan Orlovsky RB – A goodbye to Joique Bell WR – Anquan Boldin TE – A surprisingly large cast of characters Finish with a short discussion on the $100 million investment at Ford Field, which you can watch the video we mentioned: Here. https://detroitlionsbreakdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/DLB_Ep01.mp3 Any feedback is appreciated, we already can identify some areas we will improve. Tweet us (@erikschlitt, @JoeKania_DLB, @lionsbreakdown)