The Final Whistle

Green Bay is eliminated from playoff contention by the Detroit Lions and you just hate to see it. What are the expectations going into next season for Dan Campbell's team? We break down Wild Card weekend in the NFL and touch on the monstrosity that was Michigan-Michigan State over the weekend. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The bad news...Michigan football is done this season. Fongers feels like the Wolverines missed a giant opportunity and they were the better team. Good news...those Detroit Lions now have something big to play for on Sunday night in Green Bay. Travis believes whether its playoffs or not, this is a statement game about the culture of the franchise. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lions continue to find ways to win games. Have you bought in? Travis and Fongers are on opposite ends of this spectrum. We take a look at the rest of the NFL playoff picture as well. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fongers is predicting a Michigan-Georgia rematch for the National Title game. Travis is all the way in on the Lions and thinks they can run the table. Michigan and Michigan State basketball both pick up wins this week but...we have our reservations. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan makes a statement against Ohio State. Travis has a bone to pick with Ryan Day. Michigan State ends their season with a loss. Where do they go from here? The Lions lost on Turkey Day, but showed everyone something. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't look now...but those Detroit Lions are rolling. Can they keep it going against Buffalo? Mel Tucker is officially under a microscope. Are there reasons to be considered about Michigan going into Columbus? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing to complain about! Well...maybe. The Lions won again. Are you back on the Dan Campbell train? Michigan has another business-like win. Michigan State is one win away from bowl eligibility. The Pistons still suck. Should we be concerned about the recent Red Wings losing skid? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Red Wings won twice. MSU won. Michigan won. The Lions won. We literally don't have anything to complain about today! Is Michigan good enough to win the Big Ten again this year? Can the Spartans make a bowl game? Are the Red Wings legit? These are the questions we attempt to answer. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan took back Paul Bunyan from the Spartans. Travis and Bryan break down the game and what took place in the tunnel after the game. Dan Campbell just continues to find ways to lose games as a head coach. Travis believes it just further validates the point that the Lions need to pull the plug this year. Fongers ends our show with some positivity. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Michigan take it to the Spartans this weekend? We have Graham Couch on talk about the game in Ann Arbor Saturday night. Sheila Ford is sticking by Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes...for now. We dive into our thoughts on what she said. Travis doesn't care how the Pistons and Red Wings finish. He just wants progress. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lions suck. The Pistons suck. The Red Wings? Might be good! Fongers thinks their early-season success to sustainable. We preview Michigan-Michigan State and Travis believes MSU can win one scenario falling into place. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travis tries to put Fongers' mind at ease about the upcoming Michigan-Michigan State game. Neither one of us are confident about the Lions going to Dallas following the bye week. What are you expecting from both the Red Wings and Pistons this year? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/michellegreggtravis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan continues to roll. Michigan State continues to roll over. The Lions continue to find new ways to lose. A former Spartan basketball player is in some hot water. Fongers is saying pump the brakes on playoff talk with the Detroit Red Wings. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good: Michigan continues to roll and their path to 11-0 going into The Game looks more and more promising. Bad: The Detroit Lions can't stop a nose bleed. It's a regime-defining week for Dan Campbell and his coaching staff. Ugly: Michigan State. No further info needed. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a victory Monday for Lions fans. Are they good? We have to see it next week on the road. Michigan takes care of business against another bad team. How will they look against better competition? Michigan State falls apart on the road against Washington. Are you panicking about this loss? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travis used the three word phrase that no one likes when it comes to the Detroit Lions. Fongers isn't ready to hit the panic button just yet. Travis is very concerned about MSU's matchup coming up with Washington. Did Michigan handle their QB situation well? We dive into that as well. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some red flags with both Michigan and Michigan State after week one. How do they respond in week two? Lions have some injuries up front going into their matchup with the Eagles. Can they start the year with a win? We make the picks across college and the NFL. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris joins us to talk about Michigan's quarterback situation. He tells us what his outlook on the season is for the Wolverines. We sprinkle in some Lions talk as well as Michigan State's matchup with Western Michigan. The picks are back! Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We collect our thoughts on the Detroit Lions and what happened in the preseason. Who will be the backup QB to start the season? Jim Harbaugh continues to keep things interesting with his latest statement on the QB job in Ann Arbor. What's the ceiling for both Michigan and Michigan State this year? What about the floor? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitchell is entering year 12 in Allendale. The Lakers are trying to build off a solid year last year. Coach Mitchell talks about this year's team and how things could look a little different. GVSU opens up the season against a really tough team on Thursday night. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We give our thoughts on the Detroit Lions and their first preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons. What impressed you and what concerned you? A season preview of both Michigan and Michigan State as we are just a couple weeks away from the start of college football. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will the Tigers make any moves before the trade deadline? If it's Tarik Skubal, Travis is out on being a fan. Lions training camp is ramping up. Are they actually going to turn a corner this year? The NFL needs to get it's act together on disciplinary actions. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tigers fans are getting restless after another disappointing weekend at Comerica Park. People are high on the Lions this year. We dive into Big Ten media days and the way-too-early projections. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ Reddick is excited about the Pistons and PFT thinks the Lions could surprise some people this year. We think people need to bring down their expectations a little. The Tigers make some draft picks...but it's Al Avila drafting the players so it's hard to be excited. A young star wins his first major in the world of golf. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tigers are the Tigers. The Red Wings show some life in free agency. Can we expect a playoff push next year? We run down a list that ranked the Big Ten coaches in football...and it might surprise you. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether it was the NHL draft or the Pistons' first Summer League game, we can say with confidence that there is a new hope in a city that desperately needs it. The Tigers are finally showing some life. Who will be the player that represents them in the All Star Game? Travis would rather stick a fork in his eye than think abou the group of owners in the city of Detroit. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots to talk about in NBA free agency. The Detroit Red Wings have their new head coach. If the national media is going to dog on the Lions, they need to at least do their homework first. Bryan loves the new Big Ten alignment with USC and UCLA while Travis...not so much. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Avalanche are the new champions in the NHL. Are they the frontrunner of what the new era of hockey is going to look like? How far away are the Red Wings from a title? Experts are setting the bar extremely low on the Pistons next season despite the great draft last week. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Detroit Pistons steal the show at the NBA Draft. Travis' prediction about the Colorado Avalanche looks like its about come through. Before we go, we have to test our blood pressure, right? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was Miggy day at Comerica on Sunday. How do they celebrate? Booing the GM and the owner of course. The Lightning are crushing souls again. Is Travis pushing the Mel Tucker hype train too hard? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CJ Carr passes up on Michigan for Notre Dame. Should fans be worried? Those Tampa Bay Lightning are snatching souls once again. The Warriors are pillow-soft right now and it may cost them. We also break down the battle in golf right now. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Caleb Houston and Moussa Diabate out at Michigan, what's next for Juwan Howard's program? Fongers says there's plenty to question about the program in East Lansing as well. Travis thinks the Avalanche will win the Stanley Cup this year. We both agree that Golden State will win the NBA Finals. Travis might not be ready to say the Warriors' championship window is closing just yet. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared Goff is ranked behind some surprising names on Chris Simms' Top 40 QB list. We're scratching our heads over it. The Edmonton Oilers proved us wrong. Whos' to blame for the Tigers? Chris Illitch or Al Avila?Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest scuffle between Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher leaves both of us with some thoughts. With Max Christie officially announcing he won't be returning to MSU next season, we talk Tom Izzo and the future of the basketball program. The Tampa Bay Lightning are breaking hearts again and the NBA playoffs are getting interesting. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tigers sweep the Orioles, but Travis still isn't buying back in. We break down the NBA playoffs and NHL playoffs. Will the Pistons get lucky in the draft lottery again? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJ Hinch gave Travis some Matt Patricia vibes with his recent comments to the media. We play the infamous schedule game with the Detroit Lions. A quick breakdown of our favorites going forward in the NBA and NHL postseason to end today's show. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Detroit Tigers are in the same spot as last year. Travis is ready to see a change in management. There's a lot of controversy in the state of Michigan over a piece of jewelry right now. Fongers has the perfect candidate to become the next head coach of the Detroit Red Wings. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We break down what Brad Holmes and the Lions did in Vegas over the weekend. What grade would you give them? The Jeff Blashill era is over in Detroit and we're ready for a new chapter. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aiden Hutchinson is a Lion and so is Jameson Williams. We're both elated. What will Brad Holmes do in the later rounds? We have to talk about the Tigers and it's ugly. We may need therapy after that. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tigers need to find a way to stay above water over their next 12 games. Hunter Dickinson is returning to Ann Arbor. Will MSU add a transfer portal player? It's NFL Draft week! Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travis just wants to know...when are we finally going to get a decent team in Detroit? We break down the sample size of Tigers baseball that we've watched thus far. Kenny Pickett...to the Lions? Fongers breaks down the positional needs for Detroit with the draft less than two weeks away. We also sprinkle in a little NBA playoff talk. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tigers win on opening day and then get smacked in the mouth by the White Sox in the final two games of the series. Travis has a message for worried Tigers fans, r-e-l-a-x. Pistons are tied for the best odds for the top pick for the second consecutive pick. What does their offseason check list look like? Dan Campbell had some interesting thoughts about his starting quarterback and the NFL Draft. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Detroit Tigers kick off their regular season tomorrow against the Chicago White Sox. What are your expectations? Kansas is crowned as the national champion in college hoops. What do the Spartans and Wolverines need to do to improve this offseason? The Detroit Lions are getting prepped for the NFL Draft with a not-so-familiar name. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tigers lose one prospect to injury while the other will be in Detroit for opening day. The Red Wings suck and look like they've given up on Jeff Blashill. But...there's still reason for optimism. We also break down the National Championship Game. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan is now out of the NCAA tournament. Who comes back from this current roster? Travis thinks that both MSU and Michigan can be top teams in the big ten next season based on who comes back. We're optimistic about the Tigers based on what's happened in Spring Training, but Chris Illitch could've did more in the offseason. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wolverines keep dancing. The Spartans get bounced by Coach K and Duke. Can Michigan find a way to keep their season alive against Villanova? the Red Wings made a move ahead of the trade deadline. Who will be the next player to get traded? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wolverines are on to the round of 32 while Michigan State awaits their matchup with Davidson. Travis doesn't have any hope for the green and white this weekend. Are the Lions doing enough to get better this offseason? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan gets a opportunistic draw for the tournament while Michigan State has a tough road ahead. Tom Brady is back. Another TB12 is back in Detroit. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It sure feels like both Michigan and Michigan State lost in round two of the Big Ten Tournament. Baseball is back! The Lions made the right move parting ways with Trey Flowers. Should they pursue Bobby Wagner? Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Michigan and Michigan State make a run in the big ten tournament? Travis tells one specific player the Lions need to target in free agency. Bryan breaks down why Cade Cunningham should probably win ROY, but won't in the end. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MSU is a projected 7 seed while Michigan might be facing a play-in game. Can Michigan State actually play themselves out of a tournament game? We dive into the mess that is Major League Baseball. The Pistons are bringing back the teal uniforms and we're not happy. Support the show: https://www.wlav.com/tonygwlav/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.