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Mick McCabe of the Detroit Free Press joins the show to look ahead to all the action inside Ford Field this weekend as the Michigan Football State Championships at all levels are up for grabs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Michigan Wolverines beat writer Angelique Chengelis joins the show to preview their matchup with Ohio State on Saturday in the regular season finale. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Campbell continues to give defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn a ton of credit, and Shep tells you why that is so meaningful coming from the leader of the Lions' culture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep breaks down the Tigers' starting pitching rotation and discusses how the team should shore up the pitching staff as a whole. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent debut an all-new segment, THE FRIDAY SIX-PACK, featuring six non-sports-related questions for some fun discussion heading into the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Grand Valley State head football coach Scott Wooster joins the show to discuss how he's preparing his team for the playoffs, as the Lakers get set to host Indianapolis on Saturday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep refutes FS1's Nick Wright's comments about Jared Goff being a "civilian" at quarterback while others like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen are the "superheroes." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Rick Mahorn talk about our Detroit Pistons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep tells the haters to stay away from our Lions Thanksgiving Day traditions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Los Angeles Lakers announcing that Pat Riley will have a statue built in his honor, Shep and Trent discuss which Detroit and Michigan/Michigan State athletes deserve statues in the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent bring you their Heroes and Heels from the sports weekend, highlighting who performed well and who disappointed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After the Lions pummeled the Jaguars 52-6 to move to 9-1 on the season, Shep tells you why the Lions' offensive line very well may be the best unit in the entire NFL, and how it fuels this explosive offense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With reports that both Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn will garner heavy head coaching consideration, Shep offers some potential candidates for the Lions' offensive and defensive coordinator positions in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts in real time to reports that Alec Bohm is on the trade block for the Phillies, and makes a case for why the Tigers should make a phone call to acquire the 28-year-old third baseman. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep explains how the latest story with Za'Darius Smith is just another example of the Detroit Lions doing right by their players, which makes Detroit a city that players WANT to come to. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep tells you why the 8-1 Lions are exactly who that record says they are, and why you should continue to believe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep attempts to temper your expectations as the Tigers make moves in free agency following a magical run to the ALDS. What does the team need and what's a realistic expectation for the payroll? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent bring you their weekly Heroes and Heels from the sports weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep debunks the narrative that Jared Goff is the Lions' biggest weakness, despite his five interceptions in their 26-23 comeback win over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With MLB free agency in full swing, Shep entertains the thought of the Tigers extending Tarik Skubal, and why it may/may not be a good idea. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aaron McMann joins Shep to preview the Wolverines' road trip to take on the undefeated Indiana Hoosiers on Saturday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent discuss which team is the biggest threat to represent the NFC in Super Bowl LIX besides the Lions, and also tell you what their favorite part of the 7-1 start has been. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to the first CFP rankings, and doubles-down on why a 12-team playoff doesn't necessarily solve the debatable issues we had with a 4-team playoff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Following Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, Shep explains why Brad Holmes' leadership style and composure makes him one of the best general managers in all of sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep gives thoughts on Dan Campbell's comments as he looked back on Amon-Ra St. Brown's rookie season, which was also Jared Goff's first season in Detroit, and describes how special that connection is for the 7-1 Lions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.