The Detroit Lions Podcast is an independent, fan-run show covering the Detroit Lions every day — and has since 2015. Hosted by Chris with co-host and managing editor Jeff Risdon, the show breaks down every game with live post-game call-in shows, works through the roster and the schedule, and goes deep on the NFL Draft. Over 1,000 episodes in, it's one of the longest-running Lions podcasts anywhere: no corporate desk, no borrowed takes, just people who have only ever covered this one team. Whether the Lions are rebuilding or contending, we're on it — win, lose, or heartbreak. One Pride.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 30:45
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is shredding the NFL through three games, posting 802 yards, 8 touchdowns, 0 interceptions, and 70.6 percent completions. He went 14-for-14…
Sep 28, 2026 · 34:36
The Detroit Lions beat the New York Jets 31-24 to move to 2-1, delivering a third straight 31-point game and closing it with timely pressure. Detroit’s offense flowed under Lions…
Sep 27, 2026 · 1:20:18
Detroit Lions vs New York Jets Week 3 post game coverage, analysis, live presser, and calls. Chris and Michael Grey go live after the Detroit Lions host the New York Jets at Ford…
Sep 26, 2026 · 38:23
Detroit’s path to a get-right win over the New York Jets is clear, run heavy tempo to control the game, targeted help for rookie tackle Blake Miller, and simpler, cleaner…
Sep 25, 2026 · 15:53
The Detroit Lions enter Sunday relatively healthy, with only two players on the injury report and both already ruled out. Left guard Ben Bartch and safety Thomas Harper are out,…
Sep 24, 2026 · 26:23
The Detroit Lions must throttle back their blitz rate, simplify coverage rules, and let the front four win against the New York Jets. Detroit has allowed 15 explosive plays of…
Sep 24, 2026 · 1:19:40
The Detroit Lions are 1-1, and two weeks have created more questions than answers. What Does 1-1 Actually Tell Us? Episode 619 brings Chris and Jeff Risdon together for the…
Sep 23, 2026 · 39:06
The Daily DLP welcomes Dr. Jimmy Liao to the show to break down the Lions injury situations, plus a review of the experience of the Week 2 game in Buffalo's new station. Dr. Liao…
Sep 22, 2026 · 25:22
The Detroit Lions must overhaul how their defense is coached and coordinated to contend. Dan Campbell said "we are responsible as coaches" and called the issues fixable and about…
Sep 21, 2026 · 34:13
The Detroit Lions must simplify coverage and play their drafted defensive backs against the New York Jets in Week 3. Detroit allowed 71 points in two games, and working out…
Sep 19, 2026 · 55:29
The Detroit Lions defense is broken, not banged up. Through two games it has allowed 72 points and over 900 yards, with 13 explosive plays of 20+ yards and 18 penalties…
Sep 19, 2026 · 1:28:06
Detroit Lions vs Buffalo Bills Week 2 reaction, analysis, live presser, and listener calls. Detroit Lions Post Game Reaction Chris and Michael Grey go live after the final…
Sep 19, 2026 · 31:34
The Detroit Lions defense has no identity and got exposed in a 41-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills, falling behind 21-0 before settling in. Detroit surrendered six touchdowns and has…
Sep 17, 2026 · 19:37
Can Detroit run on Buffalo’s front without Blake Miller and Christian Mahogany? Yes, the run game is there to attack, but losing two starters changes the approach. Detroit Lions…
Sep 16, 2026 · 28:04
The Detroit Lions beat the Buffalo Bills by capitalizing on Josh Allen’s turnover chances, matching Buffalo’s heavy 13 personnel with linebackers, and attacking inside on both…
Sep 15, 2026 · 25:47
The Daily DLP for Tuesday, September 15th looks at some of the broad-stroke takeaways from the Lions Week 1 win over the Saints. We also delve into the PFF team scores and…
Sep 15, 2026 · 27:56
The Detroit Lions are 1-0 after a messy overtime escape against the New Orleans Saints but the win is the bottom line. Detroit produced a needed late scoring drive, survived a…
Sep 14, 2026 · 1:06:13
The Detroit Lions won because their defense suffocated the New Orleans Saints early and Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs delivered 29 carries for 156 yards and two touchdowns. The…
Sep 13, 2026 · 1:20:21
The Detroit Lions are back, and the first real answers of the 2026 season arrive Sunday afternoon at Ford Field. Detroit opens against the New Orleans Saints at 1 p.m. ET, and…
Sep 12, 2026 · 30:23
Ahead of the Week 1 matchup between the Detroit Lions and the New Orleans Saints, the Daily DLP welcomes Adam West of the Saints Block Podcast to preview the game. West provides…
Sep 11, 2026 · 26:46
The Detroit Lions finalized the 53 by naming wide receiver Tom Kennedy the primary punt returner, with kick-return work also in his hands for Week 1. That stabilizes special…
Sep 10, 2026 · 38:13
The Detroit Lions will open Week 1 by attacking the New Orleans Saints with aggressive, overloaded pressure looks and a clean, timing-based offense under offensive coordinator…
Sep 10, 2026 · 23:36
The Detroit Lions enter Week 1 against the New Orleans Saints with an encouraging injury report. No player would have been sidelined on Wednesday’s estimated practice, and only…
Sep 10, 2026 · 1:05:03
Detroit Lions 2026 Season Preview Roundtable The waiting is over. The NFL season opens tonight, and by Sunday afternoon the Detroit Lions will finally begin answering the…
Sep 8, 2026 · 23:33
A busy Labor Day in Detroit Lions land requires a few quick-hit takes from the Daily DLP for Tuesday, September 8th. First and foremost, the Lions made some roster moves. LB Joe…
Sep 7, 2026 · 23:16
Today’s Daily DLP looks back at Week 1 of the 2025 season. We compare the Detroit Lions starting lineup in that game against the Green Bay Packers, a game we’d all rather forget,…
Sep 6, 2026 · 1:11:29
Detroit Lions 2026 Offseason Retrospective The NFL season is finally here, which makes this the right moment to stop looking forward for an hour and look back at how the Detroit…
Sep 5, 2026 · 35:16
The Detroit Lions must manage running back Jahmyr Gibbs’ snaps because Isaiah Pacheco faces a multi-month back recovery and Brian Branch is tracking for an October return. Sam…
Sep 4, 2026 · 56:00
The Detroit Lions built their 53 around an attacking defense and flexible offense. They kept waves of defensive linemen to stunt and overload, and they set a short-term interior…
Sep 3, 2026 · 30:32
The Daily DLP for Thursday, September 3rd is a meaty one. Lions GM Brad Holmes and Assistant VP Ray Agnew met with the media on Wednesday and brought up a number of topics worthy…
Sep 2, 2026 · 31:45
The Detroit Lions placed running back Isiah Pacheco on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least four weeks. Detroit also re-signed tight end Tyler Conklin to the 53-man…
Sep 1, 2026 · 25:58
The Detroit Lions will lean on a fierce defensive line and Dan Campbell’s back-to-basics reset to cover a thin secondary in Week 1 at the New Orleans Saints. Detroit Lions…
Sep 1, 2026 · 31:02
The Daily DLP from the Detroit Lions Podcast dives deep into the team’s initial 14-man practice squad signings on Monday. Before getting into the players who constitute the Lions…
Aug 31, 2026 · 1:20:38
Detroit Lions Cut Roster To 53 The preseason is over. The evaluations are finished. Now comes the part of the NFL calendar that can change careers in a single phone call. The…
Aug 29, 2026 · 25:18
The Detroit Lions will sit their starters against the Indianapolis Colts, and the outcome is irrelevant, this game decides jobs. The QB2 call turns on Lions quarterback Josh…
Aug 28, 2026 · 25:24
The Daily DLP and host Jeff Risdon walk listeners and viewers through the latest Detroit Lions 53-man roster projection ahead of the team's final preseason game against the…
Aug 25, 2026 · 26:06
The Daily DLP breaks down the Detroit Lions preseason victory in Ford Field over the Washington Commanders. What can be taken away from the game, from the players and how they…
Aug 20, 2026 · 29:29
The Detroit Lions will use the Washington Commanders preseason home game to sort interior offensive line depth, clarify wide receiver three, and test nickel rotations while…
Aug 19, 2026 · 1:00:07
The Daily DLP goes through listener mailbag questions culled from the Detroit Lions Podcast Patreon Slack channel. Lots of great questions that host Jeff Risdon offers his best…
Aug 18, 2026 · 25:58
Dan Campbell said most Detroit Lions starters will play Saturday against the Washington Commanders. The staff wants live defensive reps after the Bengals preseason opener…
Aug 16, 2026 · 31:49
The Detroit Lions clarified their center plan: Juice Scruggs returned to first-team work and Tate Ratledge took center reps, setting Scruggs on the Week 1 path while Detroit…
Aug 15, 2026 · 32:58
Jacob Saylors seized a roster-opening opportunity for the Detroit Lions, delivering fresh legs, clean routes, and hands that produced a team-high receiving output in Thursday's…
Aug 14, 2026 · 1:13:38
Detroit Lions Post Bengals Preseason Evaluation The first preseason game is rarely about the final score, and Detroit’s 16-14 loss to Cincinnati was no exception. The Detroit…
Aug 13, 2026 · 26:03
There is an actual Detroit Lions football game tonight! The Daily DLP ventures into much-welcomed game preview territory ahead of Thursday night’s preseason opener between the…
Aug 12, 2026 · 28:15
The Detroit Lions are built to contend now, and ownership expects more than a 9-8 season. Detroit Lions owner Sheila Hamp emphasized increased roster depth and declared the team…
Aug 11, 2026 · 40:22
The latest episode of the Daily DLP from the Detroit Lions Podcast reviews the training camp sessions from Monday, August 10th and Tuesday, August 11th. It’s a deep dive into the…
Aug 10, 2026 · 29:34
Detroit Lions center Cade Mays suffered a small broken bone in his wrist and will miss eight to ten weeks, immediately reshaping Detroit’s center plan. Seth McLaughlin handled…
Aug 8, 2026 · 44:53
The Daily DLP shifts the focus outside of Detroit Lions training camp for a day, inviting Andrew Harbaugh back for another discussion. Harbaugh is the managing editor of the…
Aug 7, 2026 · 29:21
Following the big new contract extension for star RB Jahmyr Gibbs, the Detroit Lions have now committed over $1 billion dollars to re-signing their own talent. Other than Jared…
Aug 6, 2026 · 21:05
Jahmyr Gibbs signed a three-year extension with the Detroit Lions that makes him the NFL’s highest paid running back by average annual value. As Jeff Risdon reported live, the…
Aug 6, 2026 · 1:22:19
Detroit Lions Early Camp Report Training camp has moved from anticipation to evaluation, and the Detroit Lions are beginning to reveal which offseason assumptions can survive…
Aug 4, 2026 · 32:56
The Daily DLP from the Detroit Lions Podcast breaks down all the observations and takeaways from the team’s second padded training camp practice. Tuesday, August 4th saw a few…
Aug 3, 2026 · 30:41
The Daily DLP goes through the news and notes from the first day in pads in Detroit Lions training camp this summer. There were some strong performances, with rookie RT Blake…
Aug 1, 2026 · 20:31
Some unfortunate injury news on one of the team’s draft picks has forced the Detroit Lions to make a move as August begins. The Lions have signed veteran LB Devin White as a free…
Jul 31, 2026 · 31:47
The Daily DLP breaks down several of the Detroit Lions training camp updates from Friday, July 31st. First up, some good news. Left guard Christian Mahogany was activated from…
Jul 31, 2026 · 1:13:51
The Detroit Lions defense owned Day 2 of training camp. The offense intentionally worked short-game installs, which muted explosive plays, and Dan Campbell placed Detroit Lions…
Jul 29, 2026 · 32:34
Detroit Lions training camp is underway at the Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park. The Daily DLP explores some of the primary statements and themes from head coach Dan…
Jul 28, 2026 · 23:26
The Daily DLP offers up the final pre-camp position preview for the Detroit Lions. Today hits the EDGE group, which has a superstar at the top, followed by some newcomers with…
Jul 27, 2026 · 27:24
The Detroit Lions must phase out three-linebacker defense and scrap the 3-3 in 2026. They played 657 of 1,050 defensive snaps in 4-3 last season, 62.57 percent, and used the 3-3…
Jul 26, 2026 · 22:23
Detroit placed safety Brian Branch, safety Kerby Joseph and tight end Tyler Conklin on the physically unable to perform list, and it does not necessarily signal long-term loss.…
Jul 25, 2026 · 25:15
Dan Campbell must nail the Drew Petzing offensive coordinator hire so the offense carries the Detroit Lions in 2026. As Michael Grey said on the latest edition of The Grey Area,…
Jul 24, 2026 · 25:29
Can Blake Miller make the Detroit Lions' Week 1 starting lineup at right tackle? Week 1 is possible, but the baton passes by Week 5. That's the expectation. Blake Miller profiles…
Jul 23, 2026 · 28:01
Undrafted quarterback Luke Altmyer is the only Detroit Lions rookie free agent with a realistic path to the 53, and he profiles as a practice-squad lock while the staff decides…
Jul 22, 2026 · 25:17
The Daily DLP previews the Lions' tight end room, which could already be set ahead of training camp. Is Sam LaPorta fully cleared and what does it mean for the Detroit Lions…
Jul 21, 2026 · 40:02
The Daily DLP tackles a lot of good and interesting questions from the Detroit Lions Podcast member Slack channel. Ahead of Lions training camp, there are a lot of ideas and…
Jul 20, 2026 · 22:33
Tom Kennedy and Jacob Saylors are the returning Detroit Lions kick returners right now, with Khalil Dorsey and Greg Dortch pushing hard to take the job. Special teams coordinator…
Jul 19, 2026 · 20:52
The Detroit Lions have a deep, flexible safety room that still needs defined roles. Injury concerns to both regular starters complicate the safety spot, and that will make for a…
Jul 18, 2026 · 48:59
The Detroit Lions cut cornerback Terrion Arnold to eliminate a season-long distraction and build around playable depth at corner. The legal case, including a million dollar bond…
Jul 17, 2026 · 27:11
Who starts at left guard for the Detroit Lions in 2026? Detroit Lions left guard Christian Mahogany enters camp in pencil as the starter, but the job is open. He returned from…
Jul 16, 2026 · 19:39
The Detroit Lions have the top-end talent to win a championship. PFSN's Top 100 lists seven Lions, with offensive tackle Penei Sewell at No. 4, edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson at…
Jul 16, 2026 · 1:12:22
Detroit Lions Prepping For Camp The quietest part of the NFL calendar rarely stays quiet for long. With training camp roughly 10 days away, the Detroit Lions have entered the…
Jul 14, 2026 · 28:47
The Detroit Lions defense in 2025 was not bad, it was untimely. They ranked 22nd in scoring defense but finished 17th in yards allowed per game and ninth on third downs, and Pro…
Jul 13, 2026 · 24:08
Penei Sewell is an elite NFL offensive tackle, not the 10th-best, as ESPN pundit Mike Clay ranked him. He finished third in pass protection efficiency at 98.2 with only two…
Jul 10, 2026 · 40:27
The Daily DLP welcomes Bish and Brown co-host Russ Brown to the latest episode. The show focuses on some of the recent Lions developments, including the team's dismissal of…
Jul 9, 2026 · 20:43
Colby Sorsdal makes the Detroit Lions 53-man roster as a reserve guard in Jeff Risdon’s current projection. His roster case centers on a cleaner guard fit, size and strength, and…
Jul 8, 2026 · 21:33
Slot-Only Profile in a Crowded Detroit Lions Room The Detroit Lions Podcast zeroed in on Dominic Lovett, No. 19, and his roster odds as training camp nears. The NFL squeezes slot…
Jul 7, 2026 · 22:41
The risk-reward corner Detroit needs to actually see The Detroit Lions Podcast zeroed in on Ennis Rakestraw, the 2024 second-round pick who has become the clearest test of risk…
Jul 6, 2026 · 23:55
Roster reality for a third-year project The Detroit Lions Podcast zeroed in on Giovanni Manu and a blunt truth. Year three is now or never. A third-round investment to move up…
Jul 3, 2026 · 36:56
Honolulu Blues: How a Losing Football Team Created a Winning Man The Detroit Lions Podcast hit pause on the recent noise and leaned into what makes Detroit different. Jeff Risdon…
Jul 2, 2026 · 1:26:57
Detroit Lions and the Terrion Arnold Fallout The NFL calendar is supposed to be quiet in early July. OTAs are over, mandatory minicamp is in the rearview mirror, and training…
Jun 30, 2026 · 24:18
Exploring why the Lions released Terrion Arnold The Detroit Lions moved fast. After a pretrial hearing in Hillsborough County where no charges were dismissed and a $1,000,000…
Jun 29, 2026 · 19:00
Lions Cut Terrion Arnold at 4 p.m. At 4:00 p.m. Monday, the Detroit Lions announced on their Twitter account that they released cornerback Terrion Arnold. Nine minutes later, the…
Jun 29, 2026 · 25:04
Terrion Arnold’s pretrial hearing in Tampa on Monday changed the Detroit Lions’ summer calculus. The court denied a request to hold him without bond, set a $1,000,000 bond, and…
Jun 25, 2026 · 20:47
Felony charges rock Detroit’s secondary The Detroit Lions woke up to a crisis. The State Attorney in Hillsborough County will file charges against cornerback Terrion Arnold in…
Jun 24, 2026 · 18:10
Pitts sets the market Detroit must face The Atlanta Falcons just changed the tight end economy. They signed Kyle Pitts to a three-year, $54 million extension with $36 million…
Jun 23, 2026 · 26:39
Training Camp Dates and Fan Access The Detroit Lions now have their NFL training camp clock set. Rookies report July 25. Veterans arrive July 28. The first practice typically…
Jun 21, 2026 · 16:45
A Father's Day on the Detroit Lions Podcast Daily DLP Happy Father's Day from the Daily DLP! This episode celebrates sports fatherhood in all its forms. It's also the first…
Jun 19, 2026 · 33:58
Talking new Lions additions from the UFL The Detroit Lions signed three wide receivers out of the UFL after practice this week. Jeff Risdon welcomed Emory Hunt to stack traits,…
Jun 18, 2026 · 27:51
Today's Daily DLP looks back at Lions head coach Dan Campbell's press conferences from this week's Detroit minicamp at the Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park. Specifically,…
Jun 17, 2026 · 1:11:59
The Detroit Lions Podcast offers up a live recording from Jeff Risdon, reviewing two days of Detroit Lions minicamp this week. After two days of practices and meetings with…
Jun 16, 2026 · 36:23
Defense jumps routes and takes the ball The Detroit Lions defense seized Day 1 in Allen Park. The first seven-on-seven snap set the tone. Jared Goff tried a short out to Amon-Ra…
Jun 15, 2026 · 24:27
The Detroit Lions Podcast hits minicamp week with Jeff Risdon on site Tuesday and Wednesday. Expect post-practice recaps later each day and a possible live show Wednesday if time…
Jun 13, 2026 · 25:33
The Daily DLP delves into former Lions center Frank Ragnow speaking about his retirement, as well as his abortive comeback in 2025. At his charity skeet shooting event near…
Jun 13, 2026 · 26:48
Dr. Liao breaks down Lions injuries The Daily DLP welcomes Dr. Jimmy Liao to the show to talk about the Lions injuries and recoveries. The biggest name is Kerby Joseph, as the…
Jun 13, 2026 · 29:17
Final Lions OTAs The final OTA session gave the Detroit Lions a clean snapshot of several live competitions and status updates on some Lions players. One player we're asked about…
Jun 9, 2026 · 26:26
A focused look at QB3 The Detroit Lions Podcast zeroed in on undrafted rookie quarterback Luke Altmyer. The Illinois product brings a steady profile that fits what Detroit asks…
Jun 8, 2026 · 1:14:22
Detroit Lions OTA Update: What We’re Learning in June The offseason calendar may still say June, but the Detroit Lions are already building the foundation for what they hope will…
Jun 6, 2026 · 44:49
Detroit fans wanted answers on Myles Garrett and why the Detroit Lions were not in the middle of it. The conversation laid out a tight timeline, guarded intentions, and a market…
Jun 5, 2026 · 27:15
Kirby Joseph Timeline Grows Murky The Detroit Lions left Allen Park with a hard truth at safety. Dan Campbell said he does not know when Kirby Joseph will be ready. The staff is…
Jun 4, 2026 · 33:08
Rams Go All-In With Miles Garrett The Los Angeles Rams just reset the NFL conversation. They added Miles Garrett, called the best football player on the planet regardless of…
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