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Locked On Lions podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Detroit Lions and the National Football League. Hosted by analyst Matt Dery, who bring his Lions connections and expertise to the Locked On Lions podcast. You’ll get your daily Lions fix with expert, local analysis, opinions, breaking news, special guests, and coverage of all aspects of the Lions franchise. The Locked On Lions podcast takes you beyo ...
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The Detroit Lions have selected Missouri Tigers cornerback Ennis Rakestraw in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOLions?sid=YouTube Locked On NFL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNFLBy Locked On Podcast Network
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The OOIDA Foundation’s market report shows a freight market still trying to shake off what weighs it down. But there are positive signs. Also, with the advent of LEDs, you can do all kinds of things with lights that were never possible before. Bryan Martin offers some examples. And we’ll explain what you need to do in order to prep for this year’s …
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Brad Holmes said he was speechless. Terrion Arnold still on the board at 24 and Detroit moves up to get him. Lions trade 29 and a third rounder to Dallas to draft CB Terrion Arnold from Alabama. A first team all-american and all-SEC performer, Arnold had 5 interceptions last year and can really play. He is a high character kid who understands the t…
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The Detroit Lions have selected Alabama Crimson Tide cornerback Terrion Arnold with the twenty-fifth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOLions?sid=YouTube Locked On NFL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNFL…
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A NHTSA advisory committee has held another meeting, and it appears some on the panel are committed to creating an underride requirement. Ken Riddle, director of FMCSA’s Office of Registration, announced a number of new measures, including the formation of a dedicated team, to tackle the problem of fraud. Also, a coffee company that highlights the …
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An effort in Illinois would put a cap on pain-and-suffering damages in trucking court cases in an attempt to combat “nuclear verdicts.” Also, Lewie Pugh, Doug Morris and Paul Torlina of OOIDA discuss the recent meeting of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance and how it could affect you. Then, “normal” and “stable” are the two words being used to …
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What a show we have for you today. Including a surprise guest- Governor Gretchen Whitmer of our great state of Michigan! First- Penei Sewell and Amon-Ra St. Brown both get contract extensions on the same day. Both becoming the highest paid players at their positions. Jim Nagy from the Senior Bowl is with us as well as "Big Gretch." #firstlisten Sup…
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A handful of states are considering measures that are meant to deter protesters from exercising their First Amendment rights on highways. Also, an effort underway right now in South Dakota is designed to combat human trafficking – and to involve truckers in the effort. Then, we sit down with OOIDA's Truck Insurance Department to discuss what additi…
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We looked up the draft record the first three seasons under GM Brad Holmes and it really is immaculate. Only ONE player is gone from the 23 that he has drafted. How many busts? Not many. We discuss. Also, we update Lions visits, Matt Dery's PFF Mock Draft Simulator, and get ready to do some walking if you are going downtown. #firstlisten Support Us…
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Could the Detroit Lions be looking to eventually replace Taylor Decker in this draft? Decker is on the last year of his deal and is coming up on a contract year. Watch the name Graham Barton from Duke. Also, it is our last Mock Draft Monday. Vegas odds. Two names that are favorites in Vegas to land in Detroit and both worked out here. #firstlisten …
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The U.S. EPA is forging ahead with strict new emission standards for heavy-trucks. We’ll explain why OOIDA objects. As Baltimore recovers from the recent bridge collapse, several issues need to be resolved – including truck parking. Also, the 35th annual Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Convoy will pay homage to the very first Make-A-Wish kid, who started …
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A well-paid trucker is a safe trucker. Michael Belzer of Wayne State University concluded that about both intrastate and interstate truckers. Also, the CVSA wants FMCSA to change inspection report procedures. Meanwhile, a rare unanimous decision by the Supreme Court has implications for the trucking industry. 0:00 – Newscast 10:22 – CVSA inspection…
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We touch on some Lions fans who are against the new black uniforms. Will Detroit definitely trade down from #29? And Max Chadwick from @ProFootballFocus joins us to break down prospects, give insight on what Brad Holmes might do, and more. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Downlo…
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The Detroit Lions have unveiled their new uniforms and most of the fans are very excited. The team is bringing back the black uniforms, at Dan Campbell's request, and Matt Dery does like them. Sheila Hamp spoke at the event tonight and has big expectations for 2024. Fun night in Detroit. Also, Brad Holmes spoke today and talked about the Lions appr…
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An FMCSA Research Forum is coming up next week, and what comes out of it could have a significant impact on your life as a truck driver. Meanwhile, a request by Florida for an exemption from CDL testing rules failed to succeed. Also, a man who started as a funeral director talks about what led him to a career in trucking. And Marty Ellis has notice…
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The 2024 Locked On NFL Mock Draft episode six sees the Detroit Lions, the Baltimore Ravens, the San Francisco 49ers, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Carolina Panthers and the Buffalo Bills make selections. Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, J.J McCarthy, Marvin Harrison Jr., Rome Odunze, Joe Alt, Malik Nabors, Dallas Turner and Olu Fashanu, Qu…
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The unofficial start to produce season has been announced. On this week's Market Update, we'll discuss with Robert Rouse of DAT how that will impact certain markets. Also, heat remains the No. 1 enemy of your tires, but there are things you can do to mitigate and prevent damage. Andy McCulloch of Michelin has the cure. Then, knowing what to do befo…
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Tomorrow is the day. The Detroit Lions unveil their new uniforms and Click on Detroit dot com noticed that Dick's Sporting Goods may have leaked the uniforms on their website. We discuss the new "clean" look with no stripes anywhere. Plus, Dane Brugler's 7 Round Mock Draft has the Lions focusing on tons of needs and a trade down. We have the detail…
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The push for electric trucks generates a lot of concerns. But what about hybrid semis? Revoy, a California-based company, is investing heavily in the technology and thinks it might be the future. Plus, while a few states move to address the truck parking problem, several others are looking at changes to their move-over laws. 0:00 – Newscast 10:22 –…
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A great spot today with Ryan McCrystal from Sharp Football Analysis. We discuss all things NFL Draft and what he believes the Detroit Lions might do. What are their needs? Will they trade out of #29 and accumulate more picks? We will find out in just over a week. Ryan also lists off some Day 2 prospects he really likes. #firstlisten Support Us By S…
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A lot of people assume that using CBD products is safe for truck drivers, but is that really the case? Plus, weigh stations are a regular part of life for truckers, but more and more scales are virtually invisible to those who drive over them. And finally, we’ll break down OOIDA’s concerns about the cybersecurity vulnerabilities of electronic loggi…
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A lot to do on this Mock Draft Monday. We have a new ESPN/Mel Kiper Jr 3 round Mock Draft to tell you about. The Detroit Lions go DE, S, and WR in this mock. Also, Amon-Ra St. Brown is going to get paid, but now we know what he will NOT be making per year. D'vonta Smith just lands a 3 year reported 75 million dollar deal with the Eagles, so we know…
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The list of big cities instituting truck parking bans keeps getting longer. We’ll have updates on the cities giving truckers the cold shoulder, the cities and states adding truck parking spots and more. Then, we’ll hand out roses to those who are doing right by truckers – and razzberries to those who aren’t – in our latest installment of Roses and …
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The Detroit Lions will have a lot of great options at #29 in the first round of the upcoming draft. But, is there one that stands out as the safe play here? ESPN highlighted today that DE Darius Robinson of Missouri seems to be the perfect fit at 29 for the Lions. Detroit needs another D Lineman. Robinson is from Detroit. It fits. Also, EQ St. Brow…
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To say that participation in FMCSA’s under-21 pilot program has been lackluster would be an understatement. We’ll have analysis of the new data, as well as details on the road to reopen the Key Bridge. Then, we’ll break down how the mainstream media is covering – and the general public is reacting – to the EPA’s strict new heavy-truck emission rule…
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The Detroit Lions must REALLY love this crop of Cornerbacks. 10 reported visits to Allen Park and 7 of the 10 are corners. New names we tell you about today. Plus, Matt Dery is joined by the voice of the Bengals, Dan Hoard, to discuss the Lions signing of D.J. Reader. We also discuss the phenom that is Jake Bates. #firstlisten Support Us By Support…
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When the mandate for electronic logging devices began, so did the concerns about what hackers might be able to do if they were to gain access. And now we know it can be done – because researchers at Colorado State University did it. They tell us how they hacked an ELD, what happened when they did and what the implications could be. Then, Brent Hutt…
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We have a jam packed show today which includes comments from Jared Goff on the negativity of the writers that cover the Detroit Lions. Goff admits he might have to get over it soon, but Matt Dery disagrees that the writers here are too tough or negative. Also, Mel Kiper Jr goes offense and defense with his Lions picks in his latest 2 round mock dra…
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A new survey from AAA indicates just how anxious the general public is about self-driving vehicles – although it’s a slightly different story when it comes to driver-assist technologies. Plus, we’ll break down the new beneficial ownership information reporting requirements for small-business truckers. And finally, Florida gets serious about predato…
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Will the Detroit Lions hit the 50 million dollar a year mark with their QB Jared Goff? There are four Quarterbacks that make 50 million dollars or more in the league and it is certainly possible. We discuss that and piggy back off the discussion we had with Adam Schefter yesterday. Also, Mock Draft Monday (on a Tuesday) with a two round special. Li…
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From Kentucky to Missouri and other states in between, more and more state legislatures are taking aim at predatory towing practices. What’s behind the current trend? Plus, an update on the Florida Trucking Association’s Share the Road program. And finally, state and federal regulators come together with industry stakeholders for the Missouri Comme…
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Cooper Dejean pro day today at Iowa. We have the numbers. And ESPN NFL Insider and Michigan grad, Adam Schefter, joins the show today. Adam discusses the draft coming to Detroit, Brad Holmes and the blueprint he has laid for this Lions team, Jared Goff's contract talks, and more. Also, support The1Pledge.com, a great cause for folks who need to scr…
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While a lot of truckers are fanatics about maintaining their rigs, obvious things that should be taken care of are sometimes overlooked. We break down the most commonly overlooked maintenance items. Then, analysis of the EPA’s new emission standards for heavy trucks and FMCSA’s push to water down CDL training requirements. And finally, a look at a …
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Penei Sewell throws out the first pitch at Comerica Park today and he got an entire stadium standing ovation. We talked about it and were joined by Brad Spielberger who is leaving Pro Football Focus. We get his thoughts on the Lions offseason and his plans for the future. We love Brad! Also- Jared Goff for 50 million dollars a year? #firstlisten Su…
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OOIDA has given the FMCSA and its Truck Leasing Task Force an earful regarding what should be done about lease-purchase contracts. Also, Marty Ellis talks about shippers and receivers who have shown through their actions that they care about the truckers who pick up from and deliver to their facilities. And a trucking couple was just three miles aw…
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Pro Football Network put out their Head Coaching rankings going in to 2024 and Dan Campbell comes in 9th. Do you agree with that? Shouldn't he be ahead of his mentor Sean Payton? Also, Tyler Boyd reportedly has some interest from the Detroit Lions. The former Bengals WR has not signed with anyone yet after 8 yrs in Cincy. Also, Kool-Aid was in town…
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The number of cargo theft incidents across the board spiked in 2023. Keith Lewis of CargoNet breaks down what’s behind the dramatic increase. Also, Erin Buchanan of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development explains why truckers need to avoid a construction zone on I-20 and where they should travel instead to avoid fines. And the s…
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The Detroit Lions have matched the Niners' offer sheet to Brock Wright. The backup TE will stay on a 3 yr reported 12 million dollar deal. We discuss what this means for the roster. Also, the Kindle Vildor era continues in Detroit, Josh Reynolds says goodbye, and a Mock Draft that makes Matt Dery happy. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Spo…
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Great spot today with The Arthletic's Ted Nguyen. Ted covers the NFL and brings us his thoughts on the Detroit Lions, the draft, the All-22 tape, and much more. Ted says he sees Detroit still in need of another CB. But could see them taking a WR at 29. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay …
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New Jersey soon will increase the tax on both gas and diesel fuel – and a new law means those increases will continue to be automatic. Meanwhile, six states have legislation in the works dealing with ticket quotas. Also, Rodolfo Giacoman of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance talks about the CVSA’s International Driver Excellence Award. And how …
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OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh joined a call with U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about the Baltimore Bridge Collapse, and discussed how it’s affecting truckers. Also, trucking radio legend Dave Nemo recently announcement his retirement. We’ll chat with him about what his plans are, and hear about his career and the Last Ride of the Road Gang. And…
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Yes the Detroit Lions are in the market for another kicker for competition for Michael Badgley. How about Jake Bates of the UFL's Michigan Panthers? We have the scoop on the new hotness in Detroit after he belted a 64 yard field goal to win yesterday. Also, we have the latest on Cam Sutton and it is also #MockDraftMonday! #firstlisten Support Us By…
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The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has updated its out-of-service criteria. The changes go into effect on Monday, April 1. Kerri Wirachowsky, CVSA’s director of inspection programs, explains what changes were made and why. And Lewie Pugh argues that the people still have the power in our nation’s capital – but they have to harness it to make ch…
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Matt Dery sat down today with former Lions TE/LS Bradford Banta to discuss Free Agency, the Lions moves, and what could be next in the draft. Brad gave us some great insight on what Brad Holmes could be thinking about at #29. Also, how does the NFC North look to Brad? We find out. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For …
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The odds are out. The Detroit Lions over/under win total sits at a very reasonable number. It is up from last season (obviously). We discuss that as well as the new uniforms, Jamal Agnew coming back, and how the NFL remains King yet again. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and lo…
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The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after being struck by a container ship. That raises questions and concerns about what’s next. Also, an OOIDA member has been named one of Goodyear's Highway Heroes. We speak with the trucker who risked his life to help stop a man who was fleeing after shooting at a state trooper. And Marty Ellis has some thoug…
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Whether it’s predatory lease-purchase agreements, a pay-by-mile compensation model or any number of other issues, Steve Viscelli has thoughts on how to change things. Also, market conditions are looking up as bid season begins to close. Truckstop says we'll see soon see how seasonal forces impact freight. We'll have more on this, including numbers,…
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The Detroit Lions have lost WR Josh Reynolds in free agency. Denver ponies up on a multi year deal. Also, we talk about the addition (again) of Nate Sudfeld. The great Chris Burke from The Athletic joins the show. We discuss the offseason and draft and Chris tells us some names he likes at 29. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBa…
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