Free Press Sports with Carlos and Shawn

This week, Carlos and Shawn tackle the power and leadership dynamics of Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes within the Detroit Lions organization. Later, we talk the surprising merger of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.  Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

This week, the guys discuss Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams' recent news conference. Carlos and Shawn spar over professional standards vs. youthful indiscretion. Later, we talk about the Detroit Tigers, overachieving, and if it's OK to even consider the postseason.  Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

This week, the guys take some time to talk the sale of an iconic Ann Arbor eatery that has a personal connection to Shawn. Later, we focus on Carlos' article on how the Tigers could have a shot to take the AL Central . Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

The disappointing NBA draft lottery result is front and center on the minds of the guys this week. Carlos and Shawn talk how a setback like this particularly stings as a majority of Detroit teams fight to reclaim relevancy. Later, the guys talk impressions and vibes from the Lions rookie minicamp.  Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

This week, sports editor Kirkland Crawford sits down with Shawn to talk shop about how we cover sports. What determines which articles you see on freep.com? What kind of factors go into deciding which sporting events we cover? Is Freep sports beholden to a "blue wall"? Shawn and Kirk discuss these points and more over a wide conversation about what makes the Freep sports department tick.  Read Car...

Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett is back in the guest seat this week. Along with Carlos & Shawn, the guys talk the above-average results GM Brad Holmes and crew managed to wrangle. The trio cover positional value, the newly acquired players, and wonder if the Lions were aggressive enough going after defensive players. Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work...

(Originally aired Mar. 30, 2023) This week, the guys are pulling back the curtain a little bit on the process of storytelling by taking a deep dive on Carlos' subscriber exclusive on Detroit Tigers legend Kirk Gibson. Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett is back in the guest seat with Carlos and Shawn this week. The guys talk how certain members of the Lions organization are handling the expectations for the upcoming season. Should they be viewed as underdogs or the team to beat for the NFC North? Does offensive coordinator Ben Johnson potentially have a chip on his shoulder? Later, we have another go at a...

The disappointment in "The D" continues as the guys talk the Detroit Pistons season that was and why head coach Dwane Casey stepped down. Across town on the baseball diamond, things don't appear to be swinging much better for the Detroit Tigers but Carlos has some surprising optimism for the team. Carlos & Shawn also talk Isiah Thomas' revenge tour on Twitter and how most teams lack a strong i...

This week, Shawn is placing Carlos and his latest article in the hot seat. What does the quarterback conversation reveal about fan expectations and perceptions? Later, with the Tigers home opener today, the guys talk swagger, looks and who could be the face of the franchise...if they can perform.   Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

This week, the guys are pulling back the curtain a little bit on the process of storytelling by taking a deep dive on Carlos' subscriber exclusive on Detroit Tigers legend Kirk Gibson. Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

This week, Carlos and Shawn are joined by Free Press Michigan State beat writer Chris Solari to break down all things Spartan basketball during March Madness. MSU made it to the Sweet 16 but how far can this team go? How badly did coach Tom Izzo need these wins if at all? We take a look at some of these questions and more. Later, the guys talk how things are developing for the Detroit Lions and NF...

Carlos is away this week but Shawn has a power duo to fill the void. Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch and former Michigan basketball player Ant Wright, of the Wright Media Group, join the show to talk all things Wolverines and Spartans basketball.  Read Carlos' most recent work here . Read Shawn's most recent work here .

This week, Carlos is down in Lakeland, Florida, to see how the Tigers are warming up for a new season with new hopes. Shawn and Carlos talk Miguel Cabrera's farewell season and which pieces of the team need to bounce back this season. Later, Shawn explains why the  pitchforks are out for him after his recent article on why Michigan basketball Coach Juwan Howard's season has been a success.  Read C...

This week, Free Press Red Wings beat writer and author Helene St. James joins the guys to talk the Red Wings' recent losses to the Ottawa Senators. The trio walk us through the team's challenges with defense, special teams, composure and overall player maturity. Later, the guys talk the potential downfalls of the Lions hype train and we end with our favorite things of the week.  Read Carlos' most...

This week, Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett is back in the guest seat to walk the guys through drafting strategies and scenarios available to the Lions. What positions can the team fill to capitalize on their window to win? Should the Lions draft a new QB or go all in on Jared Goff? How can the organization best set themselves up to compete in multiple years? Carlos, Shawn and Dave help t...

This week, Carlos & Shawn have the Michigan State community in their hearts and minds. Later, the guys discuss the Super Bowl, the Detroit Lions and the Detroit Pistons trade for James Wiseman.   

This week, Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett joins the guys to once again ponder over "the quarterback discussion" and what the Detroit Lions should do with the position. The guys also look at the double-edged sword of success and if Dan Campbell should have been considered for NFL Coach of the Year. 

This week, the guys welcome back Free Press Red Wings beat writer Helene St. James to discuss the problematic power play performance and scoring droughts of the team. Later, Carlos and Shawn debate if the Lions' window to win it all is tied to Ben Johnson's tenure with the organization.  

This week, the guys ruminate on the space between cynicism and skepticism as they discuss how the sports media landscape has evolved. Later, Carlos and Shawn use the remaining playoff teams as the measuring guide for what improvements the Lions need to make in their near future. Finally, as always, we end on our favorite things, including a shoutout to our gracious Freep colleagues.  

This week, the guys trade their views on human nature while talking about Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson's decision to stay with the team. Later, Carlos & Shawn rank where each of Detroit's major sports teams stand in making a playoff appearance. 

This week, Carlos & Shawn are joined by Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett to break down what went right and wrong for the Lions this season. They also recap the end-of-the year comments by head coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes as they look ahead to the future. 

This week, Carlos and Shawn discuss what Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh's next career move may be and what's holding the Detroit Lions back from becoming America's team. 

This week, Carlos doubles down on self-appreciation as the guys look at the Detroit Lions' inexcusable loss to the Carolina Panthers and spar over a lingering question on a potential Michigan vs. Ohio State rematch in the national championship game. 

This week, Shawn is joined by longtime Detroit radio staple Marc Fellhauer, co-host of the "Drew and Mike" podcast and the "ML Soul of Detroit" podcast. The guys break down how much fun the Detroit Lions' run has been, and also take an early look ahead at Michigan football's College Football Playoff semifinal game.