X's and BrO's

Having lost to Michigan for a fourth-straight time, should Ohio State move on from head coach Ryan Day... and is there any chance Day chooses to voluntarily walk away anyways? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to Michigan's shocking win over Ohio State on Saturday, as the Wolverines picked up their fourth consecutive win in the rivalry to finish the regular season with a 7-5 record. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Craig Ellenport joins the show to chronicle the Lions' Thanksgiving tradition and highlight the magnitude of this season's game, as it's the first time EVER that the Lions play on Thanksgiving Day as the midseason odds-on favorite to win the Super Bowl. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mick McCabe of the Detroit Free Press joins the show to look ahead to all the action inside Ford Field this weekend as the Michigan Football State Championships at all levels are up for grabs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Michigan Wolverines beat writer Angelique Chengelis joins the show to preview their matchup with Ohio State on Saturday in the regular season finale. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Campbell continues to give defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn a ton of credit, and Shep tells you why that is so meaningful coming from the leader of the Lions' culture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep breaks down the Tigers' starting pitching rotation and discusses how the team should shore up the pitching staff as a whole. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent debut an all-new segment, THE FRIDAY SIX-PACK, featuring six non-sports-related questions for some fun discussion heading into the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Grand Valley State head football coach Scott Wooster joins the show to discuss how he's preparing his team for the playoffs, as the Lakers get set to host Indianapolis on Saturday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep refutes FS1's Nick Wright's comments about Jared Goff being a "civilian" at quarterback while others like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen are the "superheroes." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Rick Mahorn talk about our Detroit Pistons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep tells the haters to stay away from our Lions Thanksgiving Day traditions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Los Angeles Lakers announcing that Pat Riley will have a statue built in his honor, Shep and Trent discuss which Detroit and Michigan/Michigan State athletes deserve statues in the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent bring you their Heroes and Heels from the sports weekend, highlighting who performed well and who disappointed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After the Lions pummeled the Jaguars 52-6 to move to 9-1 on the season, Shep tells you why the Lions' offensive line very well may be the best unit in the entire NFL, and how it fuels this explosive offense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With reports that both Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn will garner heavy head coaching consideration, Shep offers some potential candidates for the Lions' offensive and defensive coordinator positions in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts in real time to reports that Alec Bohm is on the trade block for the Phillies, and makes a case for why the Tigers should make a phone call to acquire the 28-year-old third baseman. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep explains how the latest story with Za'Darius Smith is just another example of the Detroit Lions doing right by their players, which makes Detroit a city that players WANT to come to. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep tells you why the 8-1 Lions are exactly who that record says they are, and why you should continue to believe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep attempts to temper your expectations as the Tigers make moves in free agency following a magical run to the ALDS. What does the team need and what's a realistic expectation for the payroll? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent bring you their weekly Heroes and Heels from the sports weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep debunks the narrative that Jared Goff is the Lions' biggest weakness, despite his five interceptions in their 26-23 comeback win over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With MLB free agency in full swing, Shep entertains the thought of the Tigers extending Tarik Skubal, and why it may/may not be a good idea. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aaron McMann joins Shep to preview the Wolverines' road trip to take on the undefeated Indiana Hoosiers on Saturday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent discuss which team is the biggest threat to represent the NFC in Super Bowl LIX besides the Lions, and also tell you what their favorite part of the 7-1 start has been. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to the first CFP rankings, and doubles-down on why a 12-team playoff doesn't necessarily solve the debatable issues we had with a 4-team playoff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Following Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, Shep explains why Brad Holmes' leadership style and composure makes him one of the best general managers in all of sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep gives thoughts on Dan Campbell's comments as he looked back on Amon-Ra St. Brown's rookie season, which was also Jared Goff's first season in Detroit, and describes how special that connection is for the 7-1 Lions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Despite being in the MVP conversation, Jared Goff is still overlooked by some football fans as simply a "good" quarterback. Shep tells you why he's more than that. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep gives his live reaction on-air just moments after the Lions acquired Za'Darius Smith on NFL trade deadline day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent present their Heroes and Heels from the sports weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is this the best Lions team we've ever seen, and if not, who was better? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tim Van Vooren joins the show to preview the Lions' trip to Lambeau Field to take on the Packers in America's Game of the Week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep refutes the idea that what the Lions are doing isn't sustainable, and explains why you should believe this tear will continue all the way to Super Bowl LIX. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don Fischer, with over 50 years of broadcasting experience with the Indiana Hoosiers, joins the show the preview an undefeated Hoosiers football team's clash with the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent discuss the 12-team College Football Playoff format, and wonder whether or not Army can make a serious run at qualifying. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Dodgers winning the World Series on Wednesday night, Shep discusses how it puts into perspective how close (or far away?) the Tigers are from reaching a World Series again for the first time since 2012. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How many current Yankees and Dodgers will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame someday? And is Gerrit Cole one of those guys? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to the news that Michigan quarterback Jack Tuttle is retiring from football midseason amid health concerns, and tells you why Tuttle's approach to the adverse situation is more than respectable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent bring you their Heroes and Heels of the sports weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to Saturday night's clash between in-state rivals Michigan and Michigan State, with the Wolverines taking down the Spartans 24-17. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jake Lyman, who covers the Tennessee Titans, joins the show from Nashville to preview Titans @ Lions on Sunday, react to the DeAndre Hopkins trade, and give an outside-looking-in perspective on what Detroit has in its football team and quarterback Jared Goff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ferris State football coach Scott Wooster joins the show to preview the Anchor-Bone Classic on Saturday vs. rival Grand Valley State. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Grand Valley State football coach Scott Wooster joins the show to preview the Anchor-Bone Classic on Saturday vs. rival Ferris State. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Darien Harris, former Michigan State linebacker, Assistant Athletic Director/Business Development and NIL Strategist joins the show to preview the Spartans' road trip to Ann Arbor to take on the Wolverines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to the Pistons' opening loss to the Indiana Pacers, which featured an inexplicable "six players on the court" technical foul for Detroit in the fourth quarter of a tight game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Color analyst Greg "Special K" Kelser joins the show to preview the 2024-25 Detroit Pistons season, as they get ready to host the Indiana Pacers in their season debut Wednesday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep explains why draft picks don't always need to come from the bigger programs in sports, and gives plenty of examples as to why. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to the news that Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has been suspended for two games by the NFL for a violation of the performance enhancing substances policy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Big Ten Network analyst and former Michigan tight end Jake Butt joins the show to preview the Wolverines' weekend clash with the rival Michigan State Spartans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.