Best Shots on Deck Podcasts (2024)

Colton Pouncy from The Athletic is our guest today on the show. Colton was there today for the scrimmage and reports back on who looked good and again, Amon-Ra St. Brown did his thing. We also discuss the WR4 spot, injuries, Gibbs health, backup QB, and more. In addition, Colton talks about the plan for Jake Bates. #firstlisten Support Us By Suppor…

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Episode 362: The Boys Season 4 43:06

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Episode 362: The Boys Season 4 We are back for another season of The Boys Amazon Prime’s irreverent super hero show. Last season was, we hope, the lowest point for the show because if you didn't hear that podcast discussing season 3 we were both calling for the show to just be over. Our overall take is that season 4 is a solid step in the right dir…

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September 8th cannot get here fast enough for Detroit Lions fans 26:48

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We have officially hit the dog days of the preseason. yes, there is a team scrimmage tomorrow and yes, Lions at KC on Saturday, but it is starting to drag. There are not a ton of camp battles or roster spots that we are dying to discuss. This team is ready and ready to win. We have the latest on Jahmyr Gibbs, roster moves, available WR's, and a JJ …

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Who will be the fourth WR for the Detroit Lions? 27:19

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Some major news out of Allen Park today as the Lions waive/injured Antoine Green. The wideout was trying to step up and become the team's 4th WR but now he is gone. Green suffered a neck injury and concussion the other night and now if he returns he would have to be on IR. The team also has added QB Jake Fromm. We discuss that and more. Also, our C…

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Some surprise PFF Grades from last night's Detroit Lions loss 26:39

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We recap last night's 14-3 loss again to the Giants. Backup QB remains a concern. PFF grades are out and there were some scores that made no sense.. at all. Also, a backup O Lineman is done for the year and a wild prediction about the NFC North. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified …

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Postgame Reaction Pod as the Detroit Lions fall in the preseason opener 26:38

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It was not a great night for the Lions. They fall to the New York Giants 14-3 in Preseason Game #1. Lions offense could not get going under Nate Sudfeld, who started at QB. Hendon Hooker did better, but the offense only managed a Jake Bates 53 yard FG. Defense did alright and there were some positives. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Spon…

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Locked On Lions POSTCAST: Lions FALL To Giants In NFL Preseason Opener | Hendon Hooker Exits Early 30:33

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Detroit Lions and New York Giants battled in NFL Preseason Game #1 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey with the Giants winning 14-3. Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker showed a lot of promise in his first game action since November of 2022 after suffering a torn ACL at the University of Tennessee. Hendon Hooker left the game earl…

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Your boyfriend? Do mean OUR boyfriend?! 22:48

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The courtrooms of Judge Mathis & Judge Chrissy Teigen. Episode originally aired on June 24, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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A special Crossover edition of Locked on Lions and Locked on Giants 28:22

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With the Detroit Lions spending the entire week in New Jersey, we thought we would bring you a special Locked on Lions and Locked on Giants crossover with Patricia Traina. PT is a legend on our network and she was there for all the fisticuffs that took place at the joint practice sessions. We discuss the Thursday preseason matchup as well and some …

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More scuffles between the Detroit Lions and New York Giants 27:25

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Matt Dery has your recap of Day 2 of the Lions and Giants joint practices. More righting and oh yeah, more fighting. Malik Nabers and Kerby Joseph got into a major scuffle. Nabers started it. It continued to be a great day for the Lions interior D Line and the defense really shined against Daniel Jones and the NYG first team offense. Bad news: Emma…

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The Detroit Lions involved in Brawl Day in Jersey 27:06

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Day 1 of joint practices with the New York Giants highlighted by multiple fights and skirmishes between the two teams. We also dive in to who looked good, who is making a move on the Depth Chart and who is not. Plus, the TV voice of the Lions in the preseason, Jason Ross Jr, joins us! #firstlisten For your next listen, check out the Locked On Fanta…

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The Detroit Lions need a kicking competition 26:19

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The Lions held a full on scrimmage today during practice in Allen Park. Rough day for Jake Bates as we chronicle on today's show. The Rookie Kicker had his struggles, so what will GM Brad Holmes do? Also, the backup QB job is not anymore clear than it was yesterday. Jared Goff continues to be outstanding. We also have a cool O Line list and more. #…

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Levi continues to impress his Lions teammates 26:12

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The Levi Onwuzurike love-in continues to go on in Allen Park. Another solid day of practice and a a teammate even saying he could be a 20 million dollar a year player. We discuss. Also, Day 8 Observations from Training Camp, a new face in the Lions TV booth, and our Call of the Day. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn Linke…

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My Panda is litterbox trained (ft. Brian Herald) 33:08

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Judge Ross & Judge Steve Harvey & Judge Milian Episode originally aired on June 10, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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We fly with "The Bird" and talk some Detroit Lions 33:20

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We chat with CBS NFL play by play man Ian Eagle on today's show. Ian gives tremendous insight on the Lions and previews next week's Joint Practices with the Giants. Ian loves what Detroit is doing and sees them as a definite Super Bowl contender. Also, Riley Patterson will not be coming to the Lions. And Dan Campbell is a big Levi fan. #firstlisten…

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Episode 361: Furiosa A Mad Max Saga 39:27

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Episode 361: Furiosa A Mad Max Saga Her name has been spoken on many a recent podcast, but we have delayed and delayed but NO MORE! We have finally WITNESSED Furiosa and we are here to tell you what we thought of the latest entry into the Mad Max universe. I hope we have it in us to make it Epic. What did everyone else think of Furiosa did you see …

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Will Riley come home to the Detroit Lions? 26:46

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Just who will Brad Holmes pick to push Jake Bates for competition at Kicker for camp? It is remarkable to think but yes, Riley Patterson is available once again! Waived by the Jags, could there be a threepeat for Riley in Detroit? Also, John Cominsky with a major knee injury. Day 6 Training Camp observations. And a Call of the Day. #firstlisten Sup…

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The Deck-troit Lions 26:35

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Taylor Decker has a brand new contract extension from the Lions. 3 years and 60 million dollars for the team's Left Tackle. Well deserved for a guy that really is the true Captain of this team. This leaves one more deal to get done: Alim McNeill. GM Brad Holmes said today on 97.1 FM The Ticket that it is "about time." Also, first day in pads, who s…

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The Badger grounded in Allen Park 26:33

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There will be a fresh Kicking competition with the Detroit Lions come tomorrow. Michael Badgley's season is over due to a torn hamstring, so that means Jake Bates has the job for right now. Lions will be working out other kickers and signing someone shortly. Badgley goes on IR and he is out for the season. Bates was a cult hero for the UFL's Michig…

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New wrinkle for the Detroit Lions Star RB 26:52

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It has already started at Training Camp. The Lions working in Jahmyr Gibbs at wide receiver a little bit. The kid showed flashes last year of stardom and now OC Ben Johnson has him running routes and working with the WR group in drills. Day 2 of Training Camp also featured a strong day from Jake Bates, Brian branch seeing some time at Safety, and D…

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Heifer, I'm not going anywhere! 26:31

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Judge Mathis & Judge Alex Episode originally aired on May 29, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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Day 1 of Training Camp in the books for the Detroit Lions 26:27

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Dan Campbell had a simple message for his team as they opened Training Camp today in Allen Park: "We don't live off reputation, we live off work." Perfect. The Coach knows that teams will be gunning for the Lions in 2024. matt Dery talks about who was on the field today and who was not. Also, some surprising moves already in terms of the depth char…

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Some upgrades at the Detroit Lions facility on reporting day 27:00

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The Detroit Lions have renamed 222 Rod Wood Drive's facility, the Meijer Performance Center as the grocery chain has purchased the naming rights. Better news is that the team has had a roof on the stands in two different spots so that the fans will be shaded and less hot at the open practices. Also, USA Today predicts the Packers to win the NFC Nor…

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Detroit Lions coverage gets bolstered with a new start for Justin Rogers 30:06

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Justin Rogers has a new home. The longtime Detroit News beat writer has started up his own venture at www.DetroitFootball.net. You can subscribe to Justin to read his daily insights on the team and more. Justin joined Matt Dery today to discuss his departure from the News as well as what his Substack will look like. We also talk about the Lions and…

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The Detroit Lions Top 10 talent is right there with the best 26:12

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The votes are in and the Lions high end talent is near the top of the NFL. ESPN is done with their positional rankings and scouts and coaches say the Lions have SEVEN Top 10 players at their position. Only San Francisco has more with 9. Goff, ARSB, LaPorta, Ragnow, Sewell, Hutch, and Gibbs. We discuss. Also, DJ Reader made a top 30 list. Rookies re…

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What Detroit Lions storylines for Training Camp are most intriguing? 26:13

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We have a great chat today with Lions beat reporter from The Lions Wire, Jeff Risdon. jeff breaks down the camp battles, what he looks most forward to next week, Matthew Judon trade possibilities, and more. Jeff also has his thoughts on the rest of the NFC North. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you f…

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'IS IT TOO LATE NOW TO SAY SORRY?' 'YES.' 23:11

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Judge Jerry & Judge Faith Episode originally aired on May 13, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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Branch has a shot to be a special Detroit Lion 26:22

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We have our list down to #1 of the Top 5 Detroit Lions who could become first time Pro Bowlers. No shocker that DB Brian Branch is at the top. The CB/S is arguably the most consistent player on this Lions defense and his 3 interceptions last year were impressive for a Rookie. Branch, McNeill, Decker, Reader, and Arnold are the list. We also dive in…

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Could the Detroit Lions make a call about Aiyuk? 28:15

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(Apologize for the audio issues) Great chat today with PFF's Dalton Wasserman on a variety of Detroit Lions topics. Brandon Aiyuk reportedly has asked the Niners to trade him. How realistic is it that the Lions would make a phone call to John Lynch? Also, what does Dalton think of the Lions roster, draft class, and chances to win the NFC? We also t…

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One of the big fellas in the middle makes the Detroit Lions possible Pro Bowlers list 26:55

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Alim McNeill is next on the list at #2 on our possible first time Detroit Lions Pro Bowlers. McNeill joins Arnold, Reader, and Decker as guys who can make that next step this year. He is entering year 4 and it is also a contract year for him. The DT has improved every season. Also, Calvin Johnson enters the Detroit Lions Ring of Honor this season. …

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Is it finally time for the Detroit Lions Captain to get his due? 26:37

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We hit on our #3 Lions player who could be a first time Pro Bowler today. Taylor Decker is on this list every year. He is a very good Left Tackle but can never seem to get the recognition. Could 2024 be the year he makes it? We discuss. Also, Geoff Schwartz questions Jared Goff and the Lions Super Bowl chances. And we have TWO Calls of the Day from…

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She just grabs crotches in the club 25:53

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Judge Mathis & Judge Steve Harvey Episode originally aired on April 22, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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What is two weeks before Training Camp like for the Detroit Lions? 29:30

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We talk to former Lions TE and LS Bradford Banta about prepping for Training Camp. We are two weeks away from the start of the first full squad practice. What are players doing right now? What does Brad remember about prepping for camp? Plus, Jared Goff bashing returns, this time from Geoff Schwartz. We also discuss the best battles in camp. #first…

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Episode 360: Star Trek IV The Voyage Home 41:01

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Episode 360: Star Trek IV The Voyage Home Do your eyes deceive you? Star Trek topics two episodes in a row. How could this be? As we saw two weeks ago Brian loved Lower Decks season 4 and it just so happens the poster for Lower Decks season 4 paid homage to the Star Trek IV poster. So we thought Brian should see The Voyage Home. Do you think that B…

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The DJ has a chance to be a first time Detroit Lion Pro Bowler 26:06

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We made an error on yesterday's show. DJ Reader has never made a Pro Bowl in his career, snubbed in 2022. He has a shot this year and makes our list of the Top 5 Lions who could be first timers in 2024. Reader is at #4. A dominant at times DT who can really ball. Also, what is the Lions win total from PFF? Does it match what Vegas says? We also dis…

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What five Detroit Lions have a chance to be first time Pro Bowlers? We start the countdown 26:32

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It is our annual countdown from 5 to 1... Detroit Lions first time Pro Bowl list. Who might make it and who has the best chance to make it in 2024. We discuss #5 on today's show. Lions had 8 players that attended the game last year. Also, Mark Schlereth from The Stinkin Truth Podcast had a great take on the lions. You will hear that audio. In addit…

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It's a romantic night! You can't be smelling chitlins! 25:18

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Judge Judy & Judge Steve Harvey Episode originally aired on April 1, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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Could the Detroit Lions add a vet at DE? 26:22

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Latest Albert Breer mailbag speculates that the Lions could kick the tires on a veteran edge. Matt goes over some names. Also, we chat with Locked on Vikings host Luke Braun. What is going on with JJ McCarthy? Is he redshirting? #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the …

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Call Covid Relief if You Want Money! 26:35

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Judge Mathis & Judge Jerry Episode originally aired on March 18, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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The Dan Campbell props keep coming in 26:51

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The accolades continue to roll in for Lions HC Dan Campbell. PFF has him near the top of one of their new lists today. Well deserved. We also discuss the Lions D Line and a surprising high ranking. We play not one but two CALLS of the DAY (www.speakpipe.com/derypodcastpage) and we discuss the Jared Goff MVP odds. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporti…

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Episode 359: Star Trek Lower Decks Season 4 37:50

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Episode 359: Star Trek Lower Decks Season 4 You know what they say, “better late than never” well I think that applies to our review for the fourth season of Star Trek Lower Decks. Brian and David discuss yet another fantastic season of Lower Decks. We only had one episode this season we didn't super care for. Can you guess which one it was? We hop…

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What are the most intriguing battles at Detroit Lions Training Camp coming up? We discuss with Ryan Mathews. 25:55

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We check in with Pride of Detroit's Ryan Mathews about all things Lions Training Camp. What did he think of Detroit's offseason? What are the best battles in camp coning up? Ryan talks nickel cornerback, kicker, and 4th WR. We also get in to expectations, the NFC North, and more. #firstlisten Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For p…

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A loss for the Detroit Lions reporting community and Zeitler's health questions 27:08

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The Detroit News is looking for a new Lions beat writer. Justin Rogers is leaving the newspaper shortly and we discuss how bad this is for Lions fans and followers. Justin has covered the team for the last 13 years and is really good at what he does. Also, how much of a concern is the Kevin Zeitler injury situation? The newly signed Pro Bowl Guard …

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Packers and Lions Kicker Charades and the newest TV personality in town joins us 27:50

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The Detroit Lions release K James Turner and one day later, he lands with the Green Bay Packers. It will be interesting to see how the kicking games pan out for both Detroit and Green Bay before we get to September. Also, Matt asked a very strange Jared Goff question today at lunch and Rachel Hopmayer from CBS Detroit joins the show. Her first inte…

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Is that a pair of handcuffs and a corn cob with a condom on it? 28:19

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Judge Steve Harvey & Judge Ross Episode originally aired on March 4, 2022.By Bramble Jam Podcast Network

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Can the Detroit Lions become a Top 10 defense in 2024? 27:05

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We know the Lions improved their defense on paper, but can it translate on the field this season? Could they become a Top 10 defense? We look at the numbers and dissect where it is all going. Plus, an ESPN writer says the Lions graded as a "C" this offseason. Why? We want your voicemail submissions at www.speakpipe.com/derypodcastpage. And a quick …

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Is it possible the Detroit Lions jump in to the WR trade market? 26:19

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There are some unhappy veteran wide receivers at the top of their game looking to make more money. Brandon Aiyuk and Tee Higgins are a couple that come to mind. Could the Lions make a deal to add one of them? Matt Dery discusses the idea on today's show. Also, the Lions make a roster move to add Jake Bates to the 90 man. Some details as well on Bat…

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The time has come. Jake Bates is now a member of the Detroit Lions 26:12

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The Lions have done it. UFL star kicker Jake Bates has, according to ESPN, agreed on a two year deal with the Detroit Lions. Bates, who is known for hitting 60 yarders with ease at Ford Field, will compete with Mike Badgley and James Turner for the kicking job. It is a job that is in flux every year for the Lions it seems. Bates was All-UFL after m…

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The secondary depth might leave someone on the sidelines for the Detroit Lions 26:17

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How good was Iffy Melifonwu at the end of last season? He played a huge role for the Lions in their run to an NFC North title and 2 playoff wins. But he might not get the playing time he saw a year ago. We discuss Brian branch and the organization's love for him and the possible shift to Safety. Also, how did the Lions fare in the PFF Guard ranking…

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