Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions Salary Cap Questions Plus Amon-Ra St. Brown Celebrity All-Star Nod 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...

Detroit Lions shake up their defensive line as Levi Onwuzurike and Josh Paschal return with "tolled" contracts, raising questions about future roster decisions and injury risk. Are these moves a smart play by Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell, or do the Lions need fresh talent to boost their pass rush? Host Matt Dery critiques the defensive line’s struggles and evaluates contract technicalities, while...

Can Detroit Lions solve their offensive line puzzle at the NFL Draft? Senior Bowl standouts like Jennings Dunker and Trey Zuhn emerge as possible difference-makers, with expert insights into their culture fit and on-field versatility. With Taylor Decker’s future uncertain and questions looming at center, could the likes of Francis Mauigoa, Spencer Fano, and Kadyn Proctor be the answer for Detroit’...

Detroit Lions face scrutiny over Dan Campbell’s physical training camp as 49ers star LB Fred Warner links the team’s injury woes to hard-hitting practices. Is Campbell’s approach jeopardizing the roster, or is it the key ingredient to Detroit’s culture shift and playoff rise? ESPN’s Bill Barnwell ranks Campbell as the top coaching hire of the last five years—can this tough regime deliver champions...

Detroit Lions hand the offensive keys to Drew Petzing—will a fresh philosophy ignite a Super Bowl run at Ford Field? Brad Holmes confirms it’s Petzing’s show, backing the new offensive coordinator to unleash Detroit’s unique personnel and reshape the attack, while Mike Kafka joins as a high-ranking offensive assistant. With play-calling trust shifting, all eyes are on how Dan Campbell’s leadership...

Detroit Lions Hire Mike Kafka Plus Nolan Bianchi of the Detroit News Joins The 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 Indiana...

Detroit Lions face NFL coaching carousel chaos as Aaron Glenn fires Tanner Engstrand just weeks after bringing him to the New York Jets. Matt Dery explores the fallout from this unexpected move, what it signals about stability in Allen Park, and why the Lions' coaching staff additions like Drew Petzing and Mike Kafka might give Detroit a competitive edge. Could Engstrand make a return to the Motor...

Detroit Lions shake up their coaching ranks by bringing in former New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka as a senior offensive assistant, signaling a bold commitment to revamping their offensive strategy. With Drew Petzing already in as offensive coordinator and Scottie Montgomery interviewing for the Baltimore Ravens' OC role, Head Coach Dan Campbell isn’t holding back from building the NF...

Detroit Lions Offensive Tackle Dan Skipper Retires. Alex Anzalone free agent rumors. Jim Costa of 97.1 The Ticket joins the 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 p...

Detroit Lions weigh what-if scenarios as offseason speculation heats up. Could Detroit fans have faced chaos if Mike McDaniel had left for a head coaching job? Matt Dery unpacks the buzz, explores Drew Petzing’s arrival as offensive coordinator, and breaks down why stability under Sheila Hamp, Brad Holmes, and Dan Campbell sets the Lions apart from the NFL’s most dysfunctional franchises.   Stacey...

Dan Skipper hangs up his helmet after a decade with the Detroit Lions, closing the book on a fan-favorite whose grit made him a locker room legend. Will Detroit find another versatile lineman to fill the void, or does Skipper’s coaching ambitions signal a new chapter for the team’s culture?   Matt Dery recaps Skipper’s enduring legacy and examines big stories around the Lions, from Aidan Hutchinso...

Detroit Lions Receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown comments on the Detroit Lions hiring of new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. Eric Woodyard of ESPN joins the 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 Califor...

Detroit Lions’ star Amon-Ra St. Brown fires back at critics, urging fans to “relax” amid backlash over the Drew Petzing hire. Should Lions Nation trust Dan Campbell after last year’s coordinator missteps? Matt Dery shines a light on St. Brown’s passionate defense, breaks down the controversial coaching decisions, and explores whether skepticism from fans is justified given Detroit’s recent history...

Detroit Lions shake up their offense with the hiring of Drew Petzing as offensive coordinator. Is Petzing’s run-heavy philosophy the key to maximizing Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery, and Sam LaPorta next season? Host Matt Dery and guest Craig Grialou examine Petzing’s mixed results in Arizona, where injuries crippled the Cardinals’ O-line and skill positions, and fans questioned his game managemen...

Detroit Lions hire Drew Petzing as offensive coordinator. NFC North roundup. Kory Woods of MLive joins the 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 inc...

Detroit Lions land Drew Petzing as offensive coordinator—will his ground-and-pound philosophy unlock a new level for Jared Goff and the offense? Matt Dery spotlights the surprise hire from the Arizona Cardinals, exploring Petzing’s top-10 rushing attacks, heavy reliance on tight ends, and the strategic fit with Dan Campbell’s vision. Is Petzing’s under-center style the steady presence Detroit need...

Detroit Lions face a critical crossroads as six offensive coordinator candidates emerge—who truly fits Dan Campbell’s vision? Matt Dery delivers bold rankings, spotlighting Mike McDaniel as a top creative mind for Detroit, while casting doubt on Arthur Smith’s bland playcalling, and examining the rising stock of Zac Robinson and Mike Kafka. From offensive weapons and looming vacancies to Taylor De...

Detroit Lions continue the search for the team’s next offensive coordinator. Jennifer Hammond of Fox 2 & the Detroit Lions Radio Network joins the show.  Dan Orlovsky a serious candidate?  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 U...

Detroit Lions fans brace for an offseason shakeup as the hunt for a new offensive coordinator heats up. Could Zac Robinson’s run-heavy philosophy or Arthur Smith’s polarizing play-calling change the trajectory of the Lions’ offense? Mock Draft 2.0 from The Athletic stirs debate with Caleb Lomu pegged for Detroit at pick 17, raising questions about the future of Taylor Decker and the team’s O-line...

Detroit Lions face major offseason decisions as the future of Al-Quadin Muhammad hangs in the balance. Will Brad Holmes prioritize extending the breakout edge rusher or turn to younger options after Muhammad’s 11-sack season? Host Matt Dery analyzes Detroit’s free agent landscape, exploring what it will take to keep key contributors and debating whether Muhammad should be a top priority given his...

Detroit Lions face fierce competition in the hunt for a new offensive coordinator as nearly 40% of the league searches for top talent. Matt Dery examines rising candidates like Mike Kafka and Mike McDaniel, plus unexpected college prospects, questioning who can bring creativity and effective play-calling to Detroit’s offense. Is Kafka’s trick play pedigree enough to shake up the Lions’ passing gam...

Detroit Lions Defensive Coordinator, Kelvin Sheppard officially interviews for Miami Dolphins head coaching job. Mike McDaniel officially interviews for Detroit Lions OC job. Jeff Riger of 97.1 The Ticket joins the 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...

Detroit Lions target Mike McDaniel and face fierce competition from other NFL teams. Can the Lions land their top offensive coordinator candidate and ignite their offense next season?   Matt Dery breaks down Detroit’s pursuit of McDaniel, assesses alternatives like Matt LaFleur (not happening), Jake Peetz, and Antoine Randel El, and reveals why Al-Quadin Muhammad tops the list of must-sign free ag...

Detroit Lions spark offseason intrigue with their search for a new offensive coordinator, eyeing candidates like Jake Peetz and David Blough amidst uncertainty over Dan Campbell’s play-calling future. Is Detroit hesitant to trust a veteran OC after recent shake-ups with Anthony Lynn and Johnny Morton? Matt Dery examines how this decision could reshape the Lions’ offensive identity and what it sign...

Detroit Lions face a critical offseason after missing the playoffs, with GM Brad Holmes giving himself an “F” and hinting at big roster questions ahead. Could David Montgomery and Kerby Joseph be on their way out? Uncertainty around the team's future at center and potential aggressive moves in free agency have fans speculating about wide-scale changes in Motown.   Matt Dery breaks down Brad Holmes...