Dungeon of Doom: A Detroit Lions podcast from MLive

Kory and Ben are back from Allen Park for the last time in a bit with their thoughts on the team's search for a new offensive and defensive coordinator. The guys also discuss what they thought of Brad Holmes' year-end press conference, and we'll give you a chance to hear from the general manager himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Detroit’s season is over just like that. The Lions lost to the Commanders, 45-31, with their historic campaign coming to a shocking and demoralizing close. Hosts Kory Woods and Ben Raven break it all down, with a look at what’s ahead in our final postgame podcast of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another mailbag podcast. Most of the questions this week dealt with how the Lions will handle dynamic rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. We tackle that, among more, and give our predictions for the divisional-round showdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions have the first-round bye this week, so they are waiting to see who they will host in the divisional round, and that's where most of this week's Dungeon of Doom mailbag podcast focuses. Hosts Kory Woods and Ben Raven discuss the potential matchups, make their predictions for the wild-card round and discuss the road ahead. All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up at https://joinsubtext.com/dungeonofdoom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions are back-to-back division champions for the first time of the Super Bowl era, earning the first No. 1 seed and first-round bye in franchise history. They accomplished all of that by capping a 15-win season with a 31-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Ben and Kory discuss the impressive day from the defense and star running back Jahmyr Gibbs, not to mention shoutouts for Amik Robertson and Alex Anzalone for their gritty showings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up, folks. We've got a live one on our hands. The NFC and the division all comes down to Lions-Vikings on Sunday Night Football in Week 18. It's a winner-take-all finale, with the victor getting the first-round bye, and the loser hitting the road as the No. 5 seed (and first 14-win wild-card team of all time). Kory and Ben break it all down, with questions about the coach of the year race, Alex Anzalone's chances of returning and unsung defensive heroes to watch. All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up at https://joinsubtext.com/dungeonofdoom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions were able to avenge last year's NFC title game loss by beating the 49ers in a wild back-and-forth shootout. But let's be real. All eyes and ears are focused on next week's winner-take-all matchup between the Lions and Vikings. The winner takes the NFC North crown and No. 1 seed. While the loser? They will fall to the No. 5 seed and hit the road for the wild-card round. Ben and Kory break it all down in this week's postgame podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back in action with a new Dungeon of Doom mailbag podcast. The fellas are breaking down the Teddy Bridgewater signing, and what it means to the quarterback depth chart and the locker room. They also discuss what players on expiring deals might be expected back in town, and what coaches might follow Aaron Glenn and/or Ben Johnson this offseason. All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up at https://joinsubtext.com/dungeonofdoom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Campbell's team did something no other Detroit Lions team has done in the history of the franchise by winning 13 games in a single season. Not too shabby for a squad with two games left on the schedule. The Lions beat the Chicago Bears 34-17, moving to 13-2 on the season and an unblemished 5-0 inside the NFC North. They leaned on Jahmyr Gibbs and Ben Johnson's creativity, with a masterful trick play and Jameson Williams' home-run ability to put the Bears in a hole they couldn't crawl out of. Jared Goff was clean once again, and the Lions turned two early takeaways into 10 points. Ben and Kory break it all down from Soldier Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another Dungeon of Doom mailbag podcast. The fellas go through the rash of injuries, current playoff picture and where the Lions go from here ahead of heading to Chicago to face the Bears. Also, how might the defense and offense adjust to the latest round of injuries after a loss? All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up at https://joinsubtext.com/dungeonofdoom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Detroit Lions just can't seem to shake the injury bug. After starting the day getting five key pieces cleared for action, the Lions fear Alim McNeill and Carlton Davis III are done for the season along with cornerback Khalil Dorsey. Ben and Kory do their best to break everything down after the team's 48-42 loss to the Bills, with the winning streak ending at 11 games. Detroit's offense started slow enough to put its defense in a tough spot for most of this game. Jared Goff stuffed the box score. But it wasn't enough for the Lions, who fall to 12-2 as the race for the No. 1 seed and NFC North grow even closer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another mailbag podcast. The guys tackle everything from wings or flats, Aaron Glenn and Ben Johnson's head-coaching potential and intrigue, and a ranking of Detroit's potential playoff opponents from most feared to least feared. All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up at https://joinsubtext.com/dungeonofdoom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 12-1 Detroit Lions keep finding ways to win. This time another walk-off field goal from Jake Bates killed the clock thanks to Dan Campbell's "stones." Ben and Kory recap a game in which Goff made franchise history, Tim Patrick scored two touchdowns, and Aaron Glenn's defense stepped up despite the long injury list. Doubt this team at your own peril. Oh, and by the way, they clinched a playoff spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Detroit's defense has lost starters and key pieces at a rapid rate this year, with even more hits coming these last couple of weeks. They are without four of their top five linebackers from the start of the year, and have been forced into poaching from other team's practice squads and finding veterans on the free-agent market. Ben and Kory discuss the new additions, what the Lions are doing to acclimate them and when/if it will catch up to the NFL's hottest team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whew. These Detroit Lions continue to find ways to win, or at least hang on for dear life. The Lions beat the Bears 23-20, holding off the late surge by Caleb Williams and Co. Ben and Kory try to put their heads back on straight and discuss the team’s 10th straight victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It wasn’t always pretty. It wasn’t always exciting. But the Detroit Lions controlled the pace and quickly corrected their defensive miscues to handle the Colts 24-6. Detroit’s defense hasn’t allowed a touchdown in 10 straight quarters, amidst even more injuries to key pieces. Kory and Ben discuss those injuries and what’s next ahead of the short week with Thanksgiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with another mailbag episode of the Dungeon of Doom podcast. They discuss how the team has stayed true to their identity, the power of Brad Holmes as a scout and understanding the strengths of his coaches and much more. All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up at https://joinsubtext.com/dungeonofdoom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Detroit Lions are 9-1 after beating the Jacksonville Jaguars 52-6 in Week 11 action from Ford Field. Ben and Kory discuss the dominating day from both sides of the ball, while offering an update on Alex Anzalone's broken forearm. Jared Goff and the offense scored touchdowns on their first seven possessions -- the first time that's happened in an NFL game since 2007. And the defense held the Jaguars to only 170 yards of offense, while now going six straight quarters without allowing a touchdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory make their mailbag debut as a duo, and what better time than after a wacky win on Sunday Night Football? The guys give their offensive and defensive MVP picks to this point on the season. They also discuss the offensive struggles, thoughts on Za'Darius Smith's impact in his debut, and if the Jaguars have enough in the tank for this to be considered a trap game, among much more. All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up at https://joinsubtext.com/dungeonofdoom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions beat the Texans 26-23 on a day where Jared Goff threw five interceptions. Jake Bates hit a pair of 50-plus yard field goals in the fourth quarter, including a 52-yarder at the buzzer for the improbable win. Detroit's defense rose to the occasion, keeping the Texans off the scoreboard in the second half and giving its offense and Bates one last chance to put the game on ice. The Lions are 8-1, winners of seven straight, including a 5-0 stretch despite playing four of their last five games away from home. Hosts Ben Raven and Kory Woods discuss the wacky day in Houston and their thoughts for this resilient bunch going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dungeon of Doom bids adieu to Kyle Meinke with one last mailbag episode. Kyle talks through his favorite memories of his decade-plus covering the Lions, and where he's heading next. The guys also welcome Kory Woods to the Dungeon for his first episode of many before joining Ben Raven on the podcast moving forward. We also talk some football, breaking down the Za'Darius Smith addition and evaluating the coordinators and their potential when it comes to head coaching opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions have won six straight, including three in a row from Lambeau Field over the Green Bay Packers. They won 24-14 in Week 9, powered by Kerby Joseph’s pick six, and Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St Brown’s lethal consistency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back in Allen Park, and they dive deep into the last twist in the Jameson Williams saga. They also field questions about the edge rush heading into next week's trade deadline, and a whole lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions set a bunch of franchise record in their 52-14 win over the Titans. Most importantly, they are 6-1, marking the best start since 1956 for the franchise. The fellas break it all down while giving Kalif Raymond, Dave Fipp, Ben Johnson, Dan Campbell and Aaron Glenn and Co. their flowers for an impressive showing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back with another mailbag episode and, no surprise, there even more questions about the team's pass rushers and if the Lions are looking to make a trade after the Aidan Hutchinson injury. Also, with the Jameson Williams two-game suspension apparently looming, Kyle and Ben update the situation on the electric wide receiver and what to know moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions are back on top in the NFC North after handing the Minnesota Vikings their first loss of the year. Kyle and Ben discuss the win, what impressed them most (cough, Jared Goff) and their thoughts on the pass rush without Aidan Hutchison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben open the mailbag, and go figure, most of the questions are about Aidan Hutchinson's broken tibia and fibula, and how the Lions replace that elite production. The fellas also tackle questions about Brian Branch's DPOY chances, how the Lions might manufacture pressure in these coming weeks and more food talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben were in Dallas for the Lions' huge 47-9 victory over the Cowboys. Detroit was so impressive in the game, but lost star pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson to a broken leg. The fellas break down what it all means for the Lions' title pursuit this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fellas open the mailbag to discuss how the Lions replace Derrick Barnes, why it’s not time to freak out about the secondary and all those penalties yet and our thoughts before a trip back to Dallas. Kyle and Ben also gleefully answer a question about stadium food. We’ve got it all this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions finally beat the Seahawks, winning 42-29 on Monday Night Football to head into the bye at 3-1. Kyle and Ben discuss the fireworks, Jared Goff’s perfect day and how this team keeps finding ways to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back for another jam-packed mailbag podcast. The fellas answer questions regarding the slew of injuries spread across the roster ahead of a Monday Night Football date with the Seattle Seahawks. They also discuss the challenges the Seahawks bring to the table and what's translated from Baltimore's mighty defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back with a postgame podcast after the Lions beat the Cardinals 20-13. It was the defense to once again flex its muscle, with the Cardinals struggling to get much of anything going in this one. The Lions offense started hot, leaning on their punishing rushing attack and a clean start from Jared Goff. But when they got blanked in the second half, it was the defense and stud punter Jack Fox to lift them to victory. The guys also discuss the plethora of injuries ahead of Detroit's Monday Night Football date back home before the bye week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back with another mailbag from Allen Park, where the Lions (1-1) are preparing to face the Cardinals (1-1) on Sunday in Arizona. Just how good has Aidan Hutchinson been? Just how bad has Ben Johnson and the offense been? Just how ugly is the red zone? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben were in Detroit on Sunday, where the Lions fell 20-16 to Tampa Bay despite doubling up the Buccaneers in yardage. A bone-headed error by Dan Campbell contributed to the loss, as did a 1 of 7 effort in the red zone. The fellas break it all down from Ford Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben open up the mailbag ahead of yet another playoff rematch at Ford Field. The guys discuss the defense generating pressure without a ton of sacks, and why they aren’t sweating some of the sloppiness in the secondary or Amon-Ra St. Brown’s quiet game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back from Ford Field, where the Detroit Lions opened the season with a thrilling 26-20 overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams. They weren't at their best, but they beat one of the NFC's best anyway. The fellas break down their path to victory, the rise of Jameson Williams, the clutch runs of David Montgomery, and what it all means for their chances this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are in Allen Park as the Detroit Lions prepare for their season opener on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams. The guys open up the mailbag for questions about breakout players, biggest concerns and why they think this team has Super Bowl potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Detroit Lions have trimmed their roster heading into the season opener. Kyle and Ben break down the biggest surprises, best strengths and lingering concerns heading into Lions-Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With 18 days until the regular season, Ben and Kyle are back with a jam-packed mailbag. Which position group has been the most improved in camp? Which has been most overhyped? Which stars have balled out? Which have not? The guys discuss it all, and the intrasquad scrimmage that wrapped up camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Solak, who is fresh into his stint at ESPN and embarking on a training camp tour, joins Kyle and Ben (Raven) to offer his thoughts on the Detroit Lions, their expectations and how the pieces are coming together on offense and defense. The guys then offer their takeaways from the feisty week of joint practices and the less feisty preseason opener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back from sumer hiatus, and they return with a jam-packed episode. They mull the top standouts from the first two weeks of training camp -- Aidan Hutchinson, Levi Onwuzurike, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams all made the cut -- as well as some of the biggest lingering concerns. Then Justin Rogers joins the program to discuss his new venture, DetroitFootball.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben were in Allen Park all week for mandatory minicamp, the last full-squad practices before the summer break. They recap their top performers, potential breakout players and a few lingering concerns heading into training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions kicked off full-team practices this week, and Kyle and Ben got a chance to observe Day 3. The fellas break down what they saw, including the rapid improvement of Jameson Williams, and the needed improvement for Hendon Hooker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new schedule has dropped, and the fellas think big things are ahead for Detroit. They break down the new schedule, then analyze rookie minicamp and the Jared Goff extension. Finally, hear from Goff himself after signing the biggest deal in team history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back from a very, very long weekend in Allen Park. They share their insights into the Lions' draft class, how it came together, the moves they liked best, and what's left to be done for one of the league's best teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pencils down. It's time for Kyle and Ben to turn in their final NFL mock drafts. And this week's episode features their selections for the Detroit Lions and a discussion on some of the key differences in their final projections. Also, Kyle met up with quarterback Jared Goff for a chat ahead of the NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben re-open the mailbag with the NFL world quieting down for a second in the lead up to the draft. The guys discuss breakout players to watch for the Lions, Jameson Williams expectations and the chances the team might target a cornerback on Day 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the troubling Cam Sutton ordeal to free agency, it's been a busy week for the Detroit Lions. New uniforms are on the way, and so are massive contract extension talks for Goff and St. Brown. Oh, and the NFL announced some sweeping rule changes after owners voted to implement new kickoff, trade deadline and roster rules. Kyle's there in Orlando, and Ben follows along for the ride as the guys break down the week's biggest news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben analyze the Detroit Lions' first week in free agency, which included a trade for a cornerback, a signing of another cornerback, two big pieces up front -- and whole lot of questions about what exactly Brad Holmes was doing, for some reason. The fellas break down why they're not surprised by Detroit's moves, and which ones they like most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Ben are back after a long week at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. The guys break down what they heard — including from Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell — and who they like most for Detroit in the NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices