Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions lose Pro Bowl tight end Sam LaPorta to season-ending back surgery—can rookie Isaac TeSlaa step up as a reliable weapon for Jared Goff? Matt Dery examines how LaPorta’s absence shakes up the Lions’ offense, the challenges facing replacement tight ends Brock Wright and Ross Dwelley, and why greater production is needed from TeSlaa moving forward.   With the New York Giants starting Jam...

Crossover Thursday! Detroit Lions face mounting pressure as they aim to snap a losing streak against the struggling New York Giants. Can Dan Campbell’s squad regain momentum and capitalize on the Giants’ defensive woes? Matt Dery and Patricia Traina break down the high-stakes matchup at Ford Field, spotlighting Detroit’s potent backfield duo, David Montgomery and Jah Gibbs, against a Giants defens...

Detroit Lions vs New York Giants Preview.  Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta. Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on to coach for 11 years in the NFL. A Graduate and 3 1/2-year starter at TE for the University of Southern California, Bradford’s 11-year NFL playing career included stops with the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Detroit Lions,...

Detroit Lions fans brace for another broadcast headache as Jonathan Vilma is set to call his fifth Lions game this season. Will audience frustration with Vilma’s on-air slip-ups overshadow Detroit’s matchup against the struggling New York Giants? As the Lions prepare to face the Giants at Ford Field, Matt Dery questions Fox’s scheduling decisions and highlights the challenge of national coverage f...

Detroit Lions face a pivotal moment as David Montgomery’s usage emerges as a key factor in their wins and losses. Can the offense regain its rhythm and maximize its dynamic run game with Montgomery and Jameer Gibbs? Matt Dery and special guest Nick Baumgardner break down why the Lions’ offensive identity is at a crossroads, analyzing recent play calling shifts, Montgomery’s limited touches, and im...

Dan Campbell’s aggressive fourth-down calls ignite controversy as the Detroit Lions fall to the Philadelphia Eagles. Can Campbell and Jared Goff silence doubts about their ability to deliver a championship? Matt Dery addresses national criticisms, questions the offensive line’s struggles, and breaks down missed opportunities—including crucial mistakes by Goff and the absence of Sam LaPorta at tigh...

Detroit Lions lose to Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Night Football. Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta. Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on to coach for 11 years in the NFL. A Graduate and 3 1/2-year starter at TE for the University of Southern California, Bradford’s 11-year NFL playing career included stops with the Indianapolis Colts, New Y...

Detroit Lions’ offense sputters in a 16-9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, raising tough questions about Jared Goff’s struggles and Dan Campbell’s bold decisions on fourth down. Can the Lions bounce back from lowest completion rates and missed opportunities in crucial moments?   Matt Dery breaks down Detroit’s offensive woes against a dominant Eagles defense, spotlighting standout plays from Jamee...

Detroit Lions face a major setback as star tight end Sam LaPorta is ruled out for the Sunday Night Football showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles—can Brock Wright and Ross Dwelley fill the void against Philadelphia’s fierce defense? Matt Dery breaks down how the Lions’ mounting injury issues, including absences from Terrion Arnold and Kerby Joseph, will impact their bid for NFC supremacy as the...

Detroit Lions vs Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Night Football. Locked On Lions Squad Show previews the matchup.  Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta. Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on to coach for 11 years in the NFL. A Graduate and 3 1/2-year starter at TE for the University of Southern California, Bradford’s 11-year NFL playing career incl...

Crossover Thursday! Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions clash in a high-stakes NFC showdown—can either team secure that coveted number one seed? Jalen Hurts leads the explosive Eagles offense, but AJ Brown’s outspoken views on the passing game ignite questions about Philadelphia’s offensive identity. Detroit’s Jared Goff counters with a resurgent squad featuring Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Willia...

Detroit Lions surge as Jahmyr Gibbs earns NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors, igniting questions about his status as one of the NFL’s top running backs. Can his explosive playmaking be the difference against the formidable Philadelphia Eagles defense on Sunday Night Football?   Matt Dery highlights key injury returns for Detroit, including DJ Reed and Marcus Davenport, and analyzes how these...

Detroit Lions brace for Sunday night’s showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles amid controversy—will star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown face suspension after a reported on-field altercation with Daron Payne? Matt Dery tackles the incident, questions the likelihood of league discipline, and assesses how missing St. Brown could impact Detroit’s explosive offense in a battle against Philadelphia’s fe...

Detroit Lions dominate Washington 44-22, but the real story is Dan Campbell stripping play-calling duties from offensive coordinator John Morton. Was this bold move the spark that reignited the offense?   Matt Dery breaks down Campbell's decisive leadership following the Vikings loss, analyzing how the adjustment transformed the Lions' offensive execution. The discussion covers Jared Goff's elite...

Detroit Lions vs Washington Commanders Postgame Show.  Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta. Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on to coach for 11 years in the NFL. A Graduate and 3 1/2-year starter at TE for the University of Southern California, Bradford’s 11-year NFL playing career included stops with the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Det...

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell strips offensive coordinator John Morton of play-calling duties and takes over himself from the sideline. The result? A dominant 44-22 road victory over the Washington Commanders with over 500 yards of total offense.   Matt Dery breaks down Campbell's bold coaching move and how it sparked an offensive explosion. Jared Goff threw for 320 yards and three touchdo...

The Lions head to Washington on Sunday and Dan Campbell sees the offense turning it around. The Head Coach is very confident his team is making one "tweak" and will have it rolling against the struggling Commanders. Matt Dery breaks down what this Sunday means for the offense and certainly OC Johnny Morton. Lions also trying to get to 6-3 and they are facing a banged up Washington outfit.     Also...

Detroit Lions hit the road to take on the Washington Commanders in pivotal road test. Detroit Lions have lost two of their last three games and are in need of a bounce back performance. Locked On Lions Squad Show discusses the matchup and other Detroit Lions storylines.  Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta. Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on...

Matt Dery and David Harrison preview the Lions and the Commanders in a massive game for both teams. The Lions try to solve their O Line problems against a Washington club that has many issues. Commanders extremely banged up and without their franchise QB. Detroit trying to avenge last year's playoff loss to the Commandos. The guys have the key matchups as well as top storylines. #firstlisten     S...

The Detroit Lions are dealing with injuries and poor performance on their Offensive Line. Today, Dan Campbell intimated that veteran Trystan Colon could be an option at Center on Sunday when the Lions travel to Washington, with Graham Glasgow maybe moving to Guard. Colon has only started 4 career games in 5 years at Center, but the team has seen some struggles lately at that spot. Also, "Big Flu"...

Detroit Lions face harsh criticism for sitting idle at the NFL trade deadline while contenders like Philadelphia, Indianapolis, and Dallas made aggressive roster upgrades. With Frank Ragnow retired, Taylor Decker battling injuries, and Graham Glasgow struggling at center, did Brad Holmes miss a crucial opportunity to bolster the offensive line?   Matt Dery breaks down the Lions' puzzling inactivit...

Detroit Lions face offensive line crisis after crushing Vikings loss. Can Brad Holmes make a big move before trade deadline?   Matt Dery breaks down the Lions' disappointing 27-24 home defeat to Minnesota, analyzing why the 5-3 record still keeps playoff hopes alive despite poor execution across all phases. The discussion covers Christian Mahogany's significant leg injury that will sideline him "a...

Detroit Lions lose to Minnesota Vikings 27-24. Sam LaPorta had a big day receiving including 6 receptions for 97 yards and a touchdown, but other than LaPorta’s big day, Detroit Lions offense was held in check by the Minnesota Vikings defense. JJ McCarthy threw for two touchdowns and ran for another as the former University of Michigan quarterback helped lead his team to a big road win.  Locked On...

Detroit Lions suffer stunning 27-24 home upset to Minnesota Vikings as 8.5-point favorites, exposing critical flaws across all three phases. What went wrong for a team that looked dominant just weeks ago?   Matt Dery breaks down the Lions' worst performance of the season, highlighting catastrophic special teams breakdowns, offensive line communication failures, and questionable play-calling from c...

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton publicly admits he "failed" Jameson Williams after the receiver managed just 17 catches through seven games. Can accountability and patience transform Williams into the weapon Detroit needs for their playoff push?   Matt Dery breaks down Morton's surprising admission and Williams' mature response, Aidan Hutchinson's massive four-year, $180 million ex...