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97.1 The Ticket breaks down the Lions' BRUTAL season-ending loss to the Vikings.

The full Costa & Jansen with Heather show today. Stoney is in for Costa and joins Jansen in breaking down the Lions' season after they were eliminated from the playoffs. They also react to a report that Kyle Whittingham is close to being named the next head coach of Michigan.

In hour 1, Jansen & Stoney recap the Lions' loss to the Vikings on Thursday and ask if that is the worst loss since Dan Campbell took over as head coach

In hour 3, Jansen & Stoney look back at where the Lions failed in the offseason. They then rank who is most to blame for the team falling short of the playoffs.

In hour 3, Jansen & Stoney react to an ESPN report that former Utah coach Kyle Whittingham is emerging as the favorite to replace Sherrone Moore as Michigan head coach

In hour 4, Jansen and Stoney answer calls on the Lions' loss to the Vikings on Christmas. They also push back on callers' claims that the Lions need to move on from quarterback Jared Goff to be a legitimate contender next season.

It's Christmas Eve, and Stoney is filling in for Costa, while Heather is off. Jon and Mike are pumped up about the Pistons and the Red Wings. Both teams are in first place and coming off wins on Tuesday night. How far can they really go this season? Plus, evaluating the rumored Michigan head coaching candidates; NFL picks for Week 17; an interview with Central Michigan head coach Matt Drinkall; and an analysis of how the Lions fell behind the Packers and Bears, and what they need to do to reclaim the top spot in the rugged NFC North.

Hour 1 of Costa and Jansen with Heather. It's Christmas Eve. Heather is out, and Stoney is once again filling in for Costa. The show opens with a conversation about the Red Wings and Pistons. The Wings took down a terrific team in the Dallas Stars last night. Meanwhile, the Pistons made it two wins in a row on the West Coast with a victory over the lowly Kings. A year ago, no one would have believed both teams would be this good. Can they keep it up? Plus, the guys make their football picks!

In Hour 2 of Costa & Jansen with Heather, the conversation turns to Michigan football. Unflattering reports continue to surface about former head coach Sherrone Moore. Meanwhile, the head coaching search seems to be heating up. The leaders in the rumor-mill clubhouse seem to be Louisville's Jeff Brohm, and former Utah coach Kyle Wittingham. Plus, assessing NFL playoff contenders now, versus where they were after Week 2.

In Hour 3 of Costa & Jansen with Heather, the Lions' disappointing season comes into focus. How were Chicago and Green Bay able to overtake Detroit in the tough NFC North, and what do the Lions have to do in order to reclaim the top spot? Plus, Jon's itinerary for the Citrus Bowl; our favorite Christmas meal foods; and the pivotal moves that fueled the Red Wings' resurgence.

In Hour 4 of Costa & Jansen with Heather, Jon and Stoney continue their conversation about Detroit's NHL and NBA teams. Just how far can the Wings and Pistons actually go this season? They take calls and texts on the subject. Plus, Central Michigan football coach Matt Drinkall joins to preview his team's matchup against Northwestern in the GameAbove Sports Bowl at Ford Field on Friday. Merry Christmas to all!

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In Hour 1 of the Costa & Jansen with Heather show today, Jansen, Stoney & Heather break down the top news from the sports world. This includes the two-game suspension handed down to Steelers receiver DK Metcalf for an interaction with a Lions fan

In Hour 2 of Costa and Jansen with Heather, Jon Jansen and Mike "Stoney" Stone discuss the possibility of the USC-Notre Dame rivalry being put on hold and how there seem to be only a handful of traditions left in sports. Plus, Jansen and Stoney hear from callers.

In Hour 3, Jansen & Stoney talk with Lions head coach Dan Campbell and break down what went wrong during Sunday's loss to the Steelers

In Hour 4 of Costa & Jansen with Heather, Heather provides a series of news updates, including the latest on the altercation between Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf and a Lions fan on Sunday night. Stoney reveals what he misses most about being a regular host on 97.1 The Ticket. Jon shares some thoughts about Northwestern football coach David Braun.

Jon Jansen & Mike "Stoney" Stone talk with Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell about Sunday's disappointing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers and where the team needs improvement in the final two weeks of the season

The 97.1 The Ticket team breaks down the latest Scott Harris interview and reacts to the current outlook for the 2026 team

Can the Pistons win the Eastern Conference? Could there be a bet brewing between Valenti and a New York radio host over the Pistons and Knicks?

The 97.1 The Ticket team breaks down Quinn Hughes's post-trade comments and talk through whether or not Steve Yzerman should have made the deal for the star defenseman

On this week's Best of Lions, Costa & Jansen wonder if Jared Goff took a shot at Lions fans with some recent comments. Also, Karsch & Anderson debate if the Lions can still make the playoffs, and Valenti & Rico discuss what Kelvin Sheppard had to say about his defense and Alim McNeill.

The 1st Round of the College Football Playoff

We discuss matching pajamas, underrated Christmas movies, and are chocolate chip cookies Christmas cookies?

12/18/25 - Thursday Touchdown, Are you buying what Scott Harris is selling? Dear Jon, Ross Tucker

9:00 HOUR: Will the Tigers really be different with the same players? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: Ross Tucker, Is Scott Harris' approach acceptable?

7:00 HOUR: Can Michigan wait on Kalen DeBoer? Dear Jon

6:00 HOUR: A New Yorker badmouths the Pistons, Thursday Touchdown

Does Michigan have a backup plan?

Jon gives advice on situations involving splitting the bill, divorced Christmas, OnlyFans, and a New Year's Resolution

The Tigers' President of Baseball Operations said the team will be different although a lot of the names will look the same

A New York radio host belittled the Pistons as just "a nice little team"

Gov peppers Jim and Jon with seven topics across college and pro football

NFL Insider Ross Tucker joins us to preview Week 16

12/17/25 - Are the Red Wings good or just average? Jon's Week 16 Power Surge, Jared Goff is mad at fans, Embarrassing texts sent to the wrong person

9:00 HOUR: Revisiting Jared Goff's comments on Karsch & Anderson

8:00 HOUR: Embarrassing texts sent to the wrong person, Heather delivers the news

7:00 HOUR: Jared Goff vs. fans

6:00 HOUR: Are the Red Wings a good team or an average team? Did Quinn Hughes take a shot at Yzerman?

The Red Wings currently lead the Atlantic Division

We continue our discussion about Jared Goff's comments on Karsch & Anderson

Jared Goff got "pissed off" at the callers saying this just isn't the Lions' year