Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions

Interesting topic today as we discuss Jared Goff's influence on the 2025 offense. New OC John Morton knows Goff from 2022 and is there the thought that maybe #16 will have even more say than he had with Ben Johnson? Dan Campbell did not shy away from bringing that up this week at the Owners Meetings. Also, we discuss Ben Johnson addressing the little dig he took at Goff at the Combine, the Lions D...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the Tush Push debate at the NFL Annual Meeting, which NFL teams improved their stock the most this offseason, and their bold predictions for the 2025 NFL Draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What...

So much for owning a "Williams 9" or "Gibbs 26" new Detroit Lions jersey. Both Jamo and Jahmyr are going to be sporting new jersey numbers this season. Williams switching to 1 and Gibbs 0. We discuss and what it means for the fans that spent good money on those jerseys last year. Also, is Marcus Davenport the guy to be opposite of Hutch along the Lions front? Dan Campbell thinks he can. Rod Wood s...

We get a great conversation rolling with MLive Lions beat reporter Ben Raven. Ben was in Florida for the NFL Owners Meetings and talked to both Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell. Ben still believes that the Lions are in the shopping mode for an EDGE in the draft. he also discusses the Alim McNeill timetable, Jamo's contract, and much more. Ben also gives great insight on some draft prospects he thinks...

Matt Dery is back with a Tuesday Locked on Lions. Dan Campbell spoke to the assembled media today at the owner's meetings in Florida and had an update on Alim McNeill. It does not sound like the Lions star DT is going to be ready for the start of the season or maybe even the first part of the year coming back from a torn ACL. Does that mean a definite move for a D Lineman? Not necessarily. We also...

Lions GM Brad Holmes held court with reporters today at the annual Owner's Meetings in West Palm Beach, Florida. Holmes discussed a wide variety of topics including looking for more Defensive End help, Za'Darius Smith leaving, and the likely addition of more veteran help on the O Line. But we lead the podcast off today discussing the backup QB job. Holmes says he did sign Kyle Allen to come in and...

FanDuel win totals are out and the Lions come in at 10.5 wins for 2025. Do you agree with that? We discuss where the rest of the NFC North sits as well. Including a jump up for the Bears. Bradford Banta, the former Lion, joins us. We talk Free Agency, Brad's plan, the Draft, and more. #firstlisten     Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not tight end or running back possesses the best overall positional value in the 2025 NFL Draft and what position groups teams should avoid. Plus, Russell Wilson has landed with the New York Giants. Does this eliminate them from taking a quarterback in the draft? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, creat...

More accolades for Lions GM Brad Holmes. ESPN's Mike Tannenbaum recently said that Holmes was "elite" when it comes to the NFL Draft. Where does Brad sit on the list of top GM's in the NFL? We discuss that. Plus, Josh Reynolds has found a new home. Who are the nest 10 free agents still on the board and do any of them fit in Detroit? And an MLB issue that the NFL would never have a problem with. #f...

Mike Sando was on the show yesterday and said that he could make a case that the Lions have probably peaked. He is concerned about the losses of Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn. He says there is enough uncertainty to make that case. What do you think? We discuss it today. Also, are the Lions really that concerned about Hendon Hooker? A PFF simulator update and Call of the Day. #firstlisten     Do you...

There is so much chatter about the Lions taking an EDGE rusher at 28 in the first round. But what if Detroit waited and there was someone there they liked later? A candidate for that spot could be Louisville's Ashton Gillotte. He ran a 4.67 40 yard dash today, which for an edge player is pretty crazy. We discuss him. Also, The Athletic's Mike Sando is our guest. Mike discusses Brad Holmes' free ag...

We hit up The Athletic's latest Mock Draft today and they have Detroit taking James Pearce Jr out of Tennessee. Matt still does not believe that Brad Holmes will take this player at 28. There are off-field concerns according to reports and knowing Brad's history, he would stay away. We also dive into the Will Hernandez possibilities, Terrion Arnold's first year, and Aaron Rodgers is still team-les...

The Lions continue to take one year flyers on some players. They have a need at CB and add some depth the last 48 hours with the signings of Avonte Maddox, Rock Ya-Sin, and Khalil Dorsey. All of these guys fit the locker room, but, all 3 struggled when they were on the field this past season. Maddox is interesting because he's always wanted to come home and be a Lion and he will get that opportuni...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses some of the latest rule change proposals submitted by the Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and other teams. Plus, they discuss the latest on the Aaron Rodgers, Minnesota Vikings saga, and which position group would have been a better selection for the Netflix series Quarterback. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app,...

A very cool opportunity for Lions fans as they get to see Jared Goff up close and personal. The Netflix show, "Quarterback", will feature Goff, Kirk Cousins, and Joe Burrow this summer. Jared had another big year and the folks from Netflix documented it. Also, we are joined by Brett Whitefield from Fantasy Points dot com. Brett gives us great insight on the Lions free agent class as well as what h...

The NFL Owner's Meetings are coming up and the Lions want to see THREE rules changes take place. The big one for Detroit and how it affects them is no more automatic first down for five year defensive holding or illegal contact fouls. We talk about how this could help the current edition of the Lions today. Also, AQ Muhammad is back on a one year deal and we talk about the Vikings QB situation. #f...

James Pearce Jr is a very intriguing draft prospect and the Lions are grabbing him in Mel Kiper's latest ESPN Mock Draft. The question is: Will they pull the trigger on him? Pearce has awesome talent but reports say he is "character issues", which includes a traffic stop in 2023 where he disobeyed police officers.  Pearce is an edge rusher with size and speed and certainly fits a need for Detroit....

Mock Draft Monday is BACK! Happy St Patrick's Day and we go over Dave Birkett's Freep 2.0 Mock. Dave has the lions taking Jihaad Campbell from Alabama. We also get the thoughts of Nick Shook from NFL.com and the NFL Network. Nick discusses Lions free agency, the additions and subtractions, the draft, and the rest of the NFC North. #firstlisten     Do you want to have your voice on the show? Be our...

Another bit of good news! Tim Patrick is returning to the Lions. The veteran WR signs a 1 yr deal for just under 4 million dollars. Patrick was durable, dependable, and caught 3 touchdowns for the Lions this past season. He is a great chemistry fit and excellent blocker. Another good value for Detroit. We also have a great quote from Levi, Terrion Arnold active on social media, and a Call of the D...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses which team had the biggest NFL Free Agency impact signings that moved the needle going into 2025, which contract was the most surprising one handed out, and is there any team that made themselves a contender with their free agency moves? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Betterhelp Discover your relationship “green flags” with BetterHelp. Visit  b...

We discuss the Lions roster and where it stands after the team lost Kevin Zeitler in free agency. The Detroit starting RG heading to Tennessee and it is a definite loss for the Lions. What will the RG spot look like? We also discuss some of the Lions free agents who still have not signed elsewhere. Remember, the Lions still have Hank Fraley to work with these younger O linemen. We also have a Jare...

Here is a bit surprise.. Levi Onwuzurike is back and ONLY for 5.5 million dollars! A steal for Brad Holmes to get a very productive piece back for the defense. It appears other teams were scared away by his injury history. We discuss that and the other signings for the Lions that include Roy Lopez and Grant Stuard. Lions also will keep CRAIG around! Our guest today is John Butchko from Locked on J...

Why are there fans and some media types upset with what the Lions are doing in free agency? This is what they always do and it has worked for Brad Holmes. Guys like Zeitler, Levi, and Tim Patrick are still available to bring back. No, Detroit is not spending on quantity but quality at the moment. Also, we discuss the current Lions FA's that are still unsigned, A Von Miller possibility, and a Call...

So Carlton Davis is out and D.J. Reed is in. Lions on Day 1 of free agency agree to terms with the former Jets CB Reed on a 3 year 48 million dollar deal. Davis got 3 at 60 from the Pats where he is reunited with Terrell Williams. Reed is 28 and is a feisty cover guy who can really tackle. A nice pickup for Detroit. We also discuss the re-upping of Marcus Davenport and say goodbye to Za'Darius Smi...

Derrick Barnes is back! The Lions have reportedly agreed on a new 3 year 25.5 million dollar deal with the outside LB to return. Barnes missed most of last season with a major knee injury but brings great leadership and skills to the locker room. Barnes is a solid SAM backer who can also rush the passer. Anthony Pittman also reportedly has been reupped. We also discuss if former Titans EDGE Harold...