Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions’ playoff hopes hang by a thread as defensive struggles overshadow a top-tier offense. Can Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jameson Williams keep putting up huge numbers if the defense can’t get stops when it matters most?   Matt Dery analyzes the Lions' 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, breaking down Pro Football Focus grades, highlighting issues around D.J. Reed, Alim McNeill, a...

Detroit Lions vs LA Rams 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, Detroit Lions, an...

Detroit Lions face playoff jeopardy after their defense collapses in a 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. With Matthew Stafford and Puka Nakua torching Detroit’s battered secondary, is Dan Campbell’s squad running out of answers on defense? Matt Dery spotlights glaring issues on the defensive line—including Alim McNeill’s invisible performance and rookie Tyleik Williams’ lack of impact—raising ur...

Detroit Lions face major uncertainty as star safety duo Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph could be done for the season—maybe for good. Can the Lions adjust their secondary in time to contain Matthew Stafford and the red-hot Los Angeles Rams offense?   Matt Dery examines key injury setbacks to the Lions defense, the latest on Joseph’s knee and Branch’s Achilles, and what these losses mean for Detroit’s...

Detroit Lions face a high-stakes test against the red-hot Los Angeles Rams as Jared Goff returns to SoFi Stadium looking to outduel Matthew Stafford and keep playoff hopes alive. Can the Lions overcome key defensive injuries and slow down the Rams’ potent attack, or will Stafford and his surging offense punch their postseason ticket and send a warning to the NFC?   Matt Dery and the Locked On crew...

Detroit Lions vs LA Rams 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, and Buff...

Detroit Lions face playoff pressure as the NFC North heats up—can Jared Goff silence the Rams at SoFi and keep postseason dreams alive? Three wins in their final four games could clinch a decisive playoff berth, but a slip against division rivals, particularly the Chicago Bears, poses major risks. The playoff odds breakdown exposes pivotal matchups against the Los Angeles Rams, Pittsburgh Steelers...

Detroit Lions slide to 11th in ESPN’s NFL power rankings—are they truly contenders or pretenders in the NFC North? Matt Dery breaks down the latest rankings shakeup, questioning whether Green Bay and Chicago have surpassed the Lions after recent matchups. With key injuries in the secondary and ongoing concerns about the offensive line rotation—especially regarding rookie Miles Frazier—Dery examine...

Detroit Lions face a harsh reality check as both the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears surge ahead in the NFC North. Can Dan Campbell’s squad reclaim their momentum with Brian Branch sidelined by a torn Achilles and a revamped safety group featuring Damontae Kazee? Matt Dery questions whether the Lions can match the intensity and execution on display from divisional rivals just weeks before the...

Detroit Lions celebrate a statement win over the Dallas Cowboys but are rocked by a devastating injury to Brian Branch, whose torn Achilles threatens to derail Detroit’s postseason aspirations. Can the Lions’ battered secondary regroup in time for a playoff push, or is attrition finally catching up with Dan Campbell’s squad?   Matt Dery breaks down the thrilling victory, highlighting Aidan Hutchin...

Detroit Lions silence the Dallas Cowboys with a resounding 44-30 victory as Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Jack Campbell ignite Ford Field. Is Detroit’s swagger back just in time for a playoff push?   Matt Dery recaps the Lions’ dynamic performance, spotlighting Tom Kennedy’s breakout in the return game and the dominance of both the offensive and defensive lines. Key moments include standout plays...

Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys 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, Detroit Lio...

Crossover Thursday! Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys clash in a high-stakes Thursday Night Football matchup, with playoff dreams hanging in the balance. Can Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown reignite the Lions’ offense amid injuries, or will the Cowboys’ surging defensive line—featuring Quinnen Williams and Osa Odighizuwa—continue their late-season dominance?   Matt Dery and Marcus Mosher break dow...

Detroit Lions’ defense faces a defining moment as Coach Kelvin Sheppard signals bold changes to spark the pass rush ahead of their high-stakes matchup with the Dallas Cowboys. Can Aidan Hutchinson reclaim his dominance, and will Marcus Davenport’s return provide the edge Detroit desperately needs? Matt Dery and Lions Wire's Jeff Risdon examine the Lions’ recent struggles generating sacks, the chal...

Detroit Lions vs Dallas Cowboys 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, a...

Detroit Lions face mounting chaos as crucial showdown with Dallas Cowboys looms. Can Dan Campbell’s team regain their momentum or is Ford Field bracing for more disappointment?   Matt Dery highlights the Lions’ recent struggles, including disorganized play, injury confusion around Kerby Joseph and Frank Ragnow, and a sputtering pass rush led by Aidan Hutchinson. With the NFC wide open—no teams boa...

Detroit Lions stumble as offensive line woes and missed fourth down opportunities push them out of NFC North contention—can Frank Ragnow’s return save the season? Matt Dery breaks down the Lions’ struggles after their 31-24 Thanksgiving loss to the Green Bay Packers, spotlighting ineffective play from the offensive line, a lack of pass rush, and questionable decision-making by Dan Campbell. The an...

Detroit Lions stumble as the Green Bay Packers sweep the season series with a decisive 31-24 victory at Ford Field. Is Dan Campbell’s squad spiraling out of playoff contention after dropping to 7-5? Injuries to Amon-Ra St. Brown, Graham Glasgow, and Kerby Joseph compound the Lions’ woes, while fourth-down failures and defensive lapses allow Jordan Love to shine with four touchdowns and a 124.2 pas...

Detroit Lions lose to Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. 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, D...

Detroit Lions look to avoid season sweep at the hands of the Green Bay Packers as Ford Field readies for a pivotal Thanksgiving Day clash. Matt LaFleur’s coaching future, explosive plays from Jordan Love, and Jahmyr Gibbs’ electrifying form headline a matchup where both teams’ playoff trajectories hang in the balance. Can Detroit’s offensive line withstand the Packers’ relentless pass rush led by...

Detroit Lions’ deep passing game stalls—can Jared Goff and the offensive line ignite a turnaround before the key NFC North clash with the Green Bay Packers? Matt Dery spotlights alarming stats from Tru Media, with the Lions ranking dead last in the NFL for pass attempts over 20 air yards, and explores Dan Campbell’s candid assessment of the team’s risk-reward conundrum. With the offensive line str...

Detroit Lions prepare for Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving at Ford Field.  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 Colt...

Detroit Lions fans are fuming after a shaky 34-27 overtime win against the New York Giants, sparking debate about the team’s true playoff potential. Can Matt Dery calm the brewing storm, or are the Lions stuck in a midseason slump with Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown struggling to find their rhythm?   Matt Dery breaks down Pro Football Focus grades, injury updates, and the buzz around Aidan Hutch...

Jahmyr Gibbs’ record-breaking performance. Can Detroit fix costly mistakes before facing the Green Bay Packers in a pivotal Thanksgiving showdown?   Matt Dery breaks down the Lions’ 34-27 overtime escape at Ford Field, spotlighting Gibbs’ explosive 264 yards from scrimmage and Amon-Ra St. Brown’s key contributions. The analysis digs into coaching errors, glaring defensive lapses against Jameis Win...

Detroit Lions beat New York Giants in overtime.  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 L...