The Valenti Show

Valenti and Rico offer the people a safe space to voice their frustrations with the Lions for not making bold moves like the Rams just did today by trading for Myles Garrett.

Mike and Rico think there's a larger problem amongst all 4 of Detroit's major sports teams.

The guys are frustrated that another NFC team is willing to actually take risks, unlike the Lions.

The guys break down why chasing aging superstars like Kawhi Leonard or Paul George reeks of desperation for the Detroit Pistons. Instead, they debate the massive reality of upcoming contract extensions for the young core and wrap up with a passionate reaction to JB Bickerstaff's Coach of the Year snub.

All of the shows on 97.1 this week share their concerns (and frustrations) with the Tigers amidst their brutal stretch. Also, they address some ideal Tarik Skubal trade destinations and ask which Tiger needs to step up the most the rest of the way.

On this week's Best of Valenti, the guys react to the Knicks sweeping the Cavs and what it means for the Pistons going into the offseason. Plus, they break down MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz stepping down to go to Clemson, discuss whether they feel anger or apathy towards the Tigers, and do this week's "Yes Or No?" presented by Kenny.

The Play Tessie guys (Pat, Gordo and Sammy) are back with another episode of BIB Notes, this time diving into possible trades involving what figures to be the biggest name at the Deadline, Tarik Skubal. It's time to start suggesting some deals, and that's exactly what the guys do. There are also, of course, the week's Studs and Duds, with Royce Lewis falling on both sides of the equation. It's ano...

Valenti (solo without Rico today) spent the first 2 hours of the show with his newfound disassociation when it comes to the Tigers and any conversations regarding Tarik Skubal trade talk. He, along with David and Kenny, did a couple of their weekly Friday segments, including "Yes Or No?" and "Who Said It?" in the third hour. Then, the guys all closed out the show with an update in "Club Russini".

Mike shared his dissent with the other shows and the fans that are still emotionally invested in the Tigers/Tarik Skubal trade talks. He got David and Kenny, along with some of the people, into the conversation before the guys did an "In Football Today" to finish the hour.

Mike offered some more thoughts and took more of your calls on the Tigers conversation at hand in the second hour.

Kenny presented another edition of "Yes or No" to open the third hour. Then, the guys had a discussion about some conflicting comments from Vikings QBs Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy before playing "Who Said It?"

Mike couldn't help himself from spending the final hour of the show with some updates from the Vrabel-Russini scandal.

Mike has some thoughts on the latest update in Club Russini.

David tests everyone's 97.1 knowledge in this week's "Who Said It?"

The guys discuss the dichotomy between some statements from the players at the top of the Vikings QB depth chart.

Kenny presents this week's version of "Yes Or No?"

Valenti keeps the Skubal conversation rolling, getting more of the people involved as well.

Mike, David, and Kenny discuss some of the biggest upcoming storylines for the 2026 season.

Valenti wants to know if the people agree with his apathy when it comes to the Tigers and Tarik Skubal.

Mike has had enough when it comes to talking about Tarik Skubal and the Tigers in general.

Mike was solo today and got started following another lifeless performance from the Tigers discussing and asking the people whether they are either apathetic or angry towards the team as the season continues to slip away.

Mike hears from the people on the disastrous season for the Tigers.

The guys continue to air their Tigers frustrations.

The guys offer some more thoughts on the issues we're seeing with the Tigers right now.

Valenti reacts to another pathetic Tigers' loss.