The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog are back to discuss the storylines over the first week of Lions' training camp. They start off by discussing Levi Onwuzurike's incredible play so far and how his ascension combined with John Cominsky's injury will shake up the defensive line rotation (2:10). Then, the krew discusses Ennis Rakestraw Jr…

The Blue Kool-Aid krew is back to help preview the Lions' first preseason game against the New York Giants by diving deep into everything they saw at this week's joint practices with the G Men. They discuss everything from the extremely physical play that resulted in league fines, the benefits of establishing a physical mindset in camp, what Hendon…

Breaking Down the Position Battles on Offense and Defense as Detroit Lions Training Camp 2024 Enters it's Second Week, including: Jameson Williams Dominating WR3: Kalif Raymond vs Antoine Green vs Daurice Fountain vs Donovan-Peoples Jones Slot CB: Emmanuel Moseley vs Amik Robertson EDGE2: Marcus Davenport vs Josh Paschal vs Levi Onwuzurike…

Breaking Down Taylor Decker's Contract Extension and where the Detroit Lions Offensive Line stands ahead of the 2024 NFL SeasonBy Bleav

Football is back! Breaking down everything you need to know about the Detroit Lions after two days of Training Camp, including: Dan Campbell won't accept complacency Training Camp Guests Jake Bates On Fire DJ Reader's Return Who Starts at CB Amik Robertson vs Emmanuel Moseley in the Slot Kerby Joseph vs Iffy Melifonwu for Safety #2 Josh Paschal vs …

The Blue Kool-Aid duo of UJ and Ruddog catch us up on all of the news as training camp officially opens! They start by talking about Jameson Williams' great first day of practice, Dan Campbell's opening press conference, the defensive line rotations they've seen in camp, and more! Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X: @drinkinglions YouTube…

The Blue Kool-Aid krew is back! They come out of their summer break to discuss all of the big topics on the precipse of training camp, including UFL cult hero Jake Bates signing with the team (4:30), what the krew is most excited to see in camp (15:20), what the biggest question marks are (25:00), and what the defensive scheme will look like on ope…

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The 2024 NFL Schedule is officially here and Big Z is here to break it all down! He is flying solo on this episode but he goesinto detail about every aspect of the Lions' schedule, from the Lions opening the season with a rematch of the wild card game against the Rams to the early bye to the NINE (!) nationally televised games that Detroit will hav…

Jared Goff cashes in BIG TIME to become the second highest paid QB in the NFL.By Bleav

The Blue Kool-Aid krew is back and fired up to talk about the Lions 2024 draft class! They dive into their analysis on each pick including 1st rounder Terrion Arnold analysis (3:00), 2nd rounder Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (18:00), 4th rounders Giovanni Manu (25:00) and Sione Vake (31:10), and 6th rounders Mekhi Wingo (34:15) and Christian Mahogany (38:00)…

A full breakdown and recap of every Detroit Lions move of the 2024 NFL Draft, including: Terrion Arnold, Cornerback, Alabama Ennis Rakestraw, Cornerback, Missouri What the Lions Secondary Will Look Like in 2024 Giovanni Manu, Offensive Lineman, British Columbia Sione Vaki, Running Back / Safety / Special Teamer, Utah Why Did the Lions Trade 2025 Pi…

The Lions made some fireworks in the first round with their trade up from #29 to #24 for Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold. The Blue Kool-Aid krew was watching live and was fired up by the pick. This is the audio from our live 1st round draft show from the moment where the Lions traded up to when Terrion Arnold was announced as the newest member of…

Reacting to the Detroit Lions selection of Alabama CB Terrion ArnoldBy Bleav

BREAKING: Amon-Ra St. Brown is the highest paid WR in football, and Penei Sewell is the highest paid OL in football. Jack Cavanagh breaks down why the Detroit Lions were correct to sign their stars early, as well as what's next ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft!By Bleav

Draft season is coming to a close as the Blue Kool-Aid krew gathers to celebrate draft week with their final mock drafts. First, the krew gives their passionate thoughts about the Lions' new uniforms, especially about the return of the black alternates (1:30). Then, the krew dives deep into their final mock drafts, each picking their ideal 1st roun…

Jack Cavanagh Breaks Down: Jared Goff on Media Negativity Jared Goff's New Contract Detroit Lions New Uniforms Pre-Draft Visits Brad Holmes Loves Alabama Terrion Arnold, Kool-Aid McKinstrey visit Lions and more!By Bleav

The Blue Kool-Aid duo of Big Z and UJ reunite to discuss some of their favorite draft prospects and discuss the history of where the Lions' first-round draft slot, 29th overall. After starting off the episode with their thoughts on the Brock Wright contract (2:00), they discuss the possibility of selecting Alabama CB Kool-Aid McKinstry in the first…

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to break down the Lions' new free agent signings, new NFL rules changes, and our Mock Draft 1.0! The krew kicks things off by discussing the ramifications of Cam Sutton's release (1:30). Then, the krew gets excited about the additions of former Bengals DT DJ Reader (7:30) and Ravens OG Kevin Zeitler (11:25) before bi…

Detroit Lions All-Pro Safety Glover Quin breaks down: Detroit Lions 2024 Offseason Lions Additions of Carlton Davis, DJ Reader, and Marcus Davenport The Safety Market in Free Agency Justin Fields Trade And more!By Bleav

This week brought the start of free agency, and the Blue Kool-Aid duo of Big Z and UJ are here to break down all of the Lions' big moves. They Kick things off by acknowledging the extensions of Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell, and Chris Spielman (1:30) before diving into the big addition of former Bengals DT D.J. Reader (2:30) and his impact on the defen…

Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell are off to another stellar offseason. Jack Cavanagh breaks down: Brad Holmes Contract Extension Dan Campbell Contract Extension Carlton Davis Trade Graham Glasgow Re-signing Amik Robertson Signing Marcus Davenport signing DJ Reader Visiting Arik Armstead Coming Next? CJGJ and Jonah Jackson Walk and more!…

Cornerback is the Detroit Lions top need this offseason. How do Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell tackle their biggest weakness? Jack Cavanagh talks Jerry Jacobs Leaving? Emmanuel Moseley Returns Darious Williams Most Likely? Trading for L'Jarius Snead? Trading for Marshon Lattimore?By Bleav

After a long hiatus, the Blue Kool-Aid krew is back to discuss the NFL Combine and the upcoming free agency period. First, the krew breaks down their standout prospects from the combine including Braden Friske, Talise Fuaga, and more (1:30). Then, they shift to free agency and discuss whether Jonah Jackson will be back in Detroit in 2024 (23:30), w…

The 2023 NFL Season is over. Bleav in Lions talks" Glover Quin to the New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame Andre Johnson to the NFL Hall of Fame Chiefs Win Super Bowl Can Lions Run It Back? Detroit Lions Roster and moreBy Bleav

It is Super Bowl week and while the Lions 2023 season may be over, the Blue Kool-Aid krew is not ready to finish talking about it yet! This is our annual grades podcast, where we grade the Lions team from position by position. Before getting into the grades, we discuss Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn's return to the 2024 coaching staff, the team adding…

The Blue Kool-Aid krew solemnly reunites to discuss the Lions' heartbreaking 34-31 loss in the NFC Championship at the hands of the San Francisco 49ers. They kick things off by discussing the good play (2:30) that gave them a 17-point lead going into halftime. Then, they discuss how things fell apart in the second half (22:00). Did Dan Campbell or …

The Detroit Lions will unfortunately not be going to the Super Bowl. All-Pro Safety Glover Quin breaks down the loss.By Bleav

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite to preview the NFC Championship against the San Francisco 49ers.The krew starts off by previewing discussing the signing of veteran TE Zach Ertz to replace Brock Wright, and then go in-depth on the game matchups, including how the Lions offense can attack the outside of the 49ers defense (13:30) and how the Lions defe…

Glover Quin's fomer teammate, Lions starting Left Tackle Taylor Decker, joins the show to talk: Detroit Lions vs San Francisco 49ers Lions ready to play villains in San Fran Taylor Decker's journey as the longest-tenured Detroit Lions Dan Campbell's Incredible Leadership The fans of the Detroit Lions…

The Detroit Lions are headed to the NFC Championship against the San Francisco 49ers. All-Pro Safety Glover Quin breaks down: What Detroit Means to Glover Quin Beating the Bucs Mike Evans Big Game Jahmyr Gibbs is Special Zach Ertz to the LionsBy Bleav

The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather to celebrate the Lions advancing to their first NFC Championship since 1991 after their 31-23 victory against the Tampa Bay Bucs. Connor and Bob start by giving the krew a recap of the vibes inside Ford Field and then move onto shouting out the offense, especially Frank Ragnow and Craig Reynolds. Afterwards, the krew g…

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites in full to break down the biggest game in modern Lions history, a home matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Divisional Round. The krew kicks things off by previewing this Bucs team (5:00) before diving into their biggest concern with the NFC South champs (13:50). Then, the krew gives out their Roars of the…

The Divisional Round is set, and the Detroit Lions will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers! All-Pro Safety Glover Quin breaks down: Lions @ Buccaneers in Week 6 Baker Mayfield is BACK How to stop Chris Godwin and Mike Evans Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery HEALTHY this time Jared Goff = The Future Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn coaching interviews…

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Bob, and Connor reunite to discuss the greatest Lions win in recent memory, a 24-23 home win against the Los Angeles Rams. They start the episode by discussing what the win means to each of them before diving into the vives at Ford Field (hint: they were immaculate). Then, the krew goes deep into Jared Goff's re…

The Detroit Lions have finally won in the playoffs! Lions' All-Pro Safety Glover Quin and Jack Cavanagh break down the historic victory over the RamsBy Bleav

The Blue Kool-Aid reunite to preview the first home playoff game in Ford Field history as the Lions host the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round. The krew kicks things off by going over the injury report before welcoming our very own Producer Kid J into the Lion's Den (8:40). After allowing him to barely escape with his life, the krew finishes …

Glover Quin is joined by Dr. Chao to discuss what Sam LaPorta's injury, what his chances are for the Wild Card game vs the Rams.By Bleav

The Detroit Lions are set to square off against Matthew Stafford and the L.A. Rams in the Lions first ever playoff game at Ford Field. Stafford's former teammate Glover Quin previews: Matthew Stafford Coming Home Lions First Playoff Game in 30 Years First Game in Ford FieldBy Bleav

The Blue Kool Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Bob, and Ruddog recap the Lions' 30-20 win against the Minnesota Vikings. They discuss the injuries to Sam LaPorta and Kalif Raymond, Hutch's dominating afternoon, Amon-Ra's big day, a short preview of the matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, and more! The audio is taken from our live recap on YouTube. Instagra…

The Detroit Lions are headed to the Playoffs! All-Pro Safety Glover Quin previews the Lions Playoff ScenariosBy Bleav

With the curtain about to close on the regular season, the Blue Kool-Aid krew previews the Lions' home finale against the Minnesota Vikings. The krew kicks things off by dissecting the fallout of the Week 17 call (1:00) before getting into the Pro Bowl announcements (8:45). Then, the guys go through all of the various Lions' playoff scenarios that …

The Referees screwed the Detroit Lions in their loss to the Dallas Cowboys. NFL All-Pro Safety Glover Quin sounds off.By Bleav

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Ruddog, and Connor break down the Lions 20-19 loss against the Dallas Cowboys, including the controversial two-point conversion, Jared Goff's struggles, Aiden Hutchinson's return to form, and more! Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid Email us your thoughts…

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite to preview the Lions' final primetime game of the regular season against the Dallas Cowboys! They kick things off by previewing how the Cowboys' passing attack matches up against the Lions' defense (7:40) and other key aspects of the game. Then, the krew gives out their Roars of the Week (15:40) and world-famous predi…

The Detroit Lions are NFC North Champions for the first time ever. All-Pro Safety Glover Quin breaks down the Win over the Vikings, facing off against the Dallas Cowboys, and the path to the #2 Seed in the NFCBy Bleav

The Detroit Lions have won their first division title in over 30 years and the Blue Kool-Aid trio of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog reunite to celebrate and break down the division-clinching game. They kick off the episode by describing the feelings of winning the NFC North for the first time, what it means to the fan base, and the timeline of the franchise…

The Detroit Lions head to Minnesota looking to avenge last year's Christmas Eve loss to the Carolina Panthers. NFL All-Pro Safety Glover Quin breaks down: Playing on Holidays Lions Control Their Own Destiny Ben Johnson Contract DemandsBy Bleav

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to preview the Lions' Christmas Eve matchup against the rival Minnesota Vikings. To kick off the episode, the krew welcomes Vikings fan Danny Deis into the Lion's Den to grill him all about his Viking fandom (3:55). After letting Danny barely escape with his life, the krew get into their Roars of the Week (26:05) and…

The Detroit Lions DESTROYED the Denver Broncos on Saturday Night Football. Now the NFC North is 1 win away and the 2nd Seed in the NFC is just 3 wins away.By Bleav