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Jason Beck of MLB.com joins Shep to recap Tarik Skubal's gem in Game 1 of the Wild Card Round and look ahead to a closeout opportunity in Game 2. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep tells you why Dan Campbell deserves even MORE respect as an elite head coach in the NFL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jon Paul Morosi of MLB Network and FS1 joins the show to talk MLB playoffs, including a preview of Tigers @ Guardians in the Wild Card Round. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent present their "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.

Mitch Lyons joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat, recapping a smooth Lions win over the Browns and previewing a Tigers trip to the postseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lions analyst Rob Rubick joins the show for our weekly "What's Brewing?" chat presented by Ferris Coffee Co. Rubick and Shep recap the Lions' masterclass on Monday Night Football in a 38-30 win over the Ravens, and look ahead to the Browns and their stout defense coming into town this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whit Watson of the Golf Channel joins the show to look ahead to the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy Baskin of 92.3 FM The Fan in Cleveland joins the show to talk TWO Cleveland vs. Detroit matchups; a potential Guardians vs. Tigers playoff bout, and the Browns coming into town to face the red-hot Lions at Ford Field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep reacts to the Tigers' loss on Wednesday to the Guardians, giving Cleveland the sole lead of the AL Central division.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Tigers' loss to the Guardians on Tuesday, they're officially tied for the AL Central lead, and don't own the tiebreaker. While fans are fed up with the team, should their disappointment be more aimed at the front office?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maakaron of SI.com joins the show LIVE from Baltimore to breakdown the Lions' 38-30 win over the Ravens, and discuss the glaring shortcomings of second-year cornerback Terrion Arnold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep opens a Tuesday show with three straight segments packed with Lions talk, as Dan Campbell's squad scored in all four quarters to take down Lamar Jackson and the Ravens in a road, primetime matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

@BarstoolBanks joins the show to give a Ravens perspective on the Lions ahead of their Monday Night Football clash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vinny Cerrato, former NFL executive and radio host in Baltimore, joins the show to break down the Lions' trip to take on the Ravens on Monday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Rubick joins the show for our weekly "What's Brewing?" segment, as Rubes and Shep break down the Lions' dominant win over the Chicago Bears and look ahead to a steep challenge on the road against the Baltimore Ravens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Bearman of Pro Football Network joins the show to talk all things NFL, including which team has impressed him the most through two weeks, which coaches are on the hot seat, how the NFC North will fare this week, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Myers, Chief Partnership Officer for the Lindsey Hunter Foundation, joins the show to discuss the foundation's mission and promote its upcoming inaugural golf outing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep reacts to Colin Cowherd's take that Jim Harbaugh might be the greatest football coach of all time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Tigers losing back-to-back games to the Guardians, their AL Central lead is down to just 4.5 games. Should Tigers fans worry about squandering a division title down the stretch?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Hamilton, Hall of Fame broadcaster and voice of the Cleveland Guardians joins the show to break down a thrilling first game of the series between the Guardians and Tigers, and gives his thoughts on who the team to beat in the American League is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep runs through a poll of anonymous players, managers and executives who voted for the "team to beat" in both the American League and National League... where do the Tigers come in?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even after the Lions' 52-21 molly-whopping of the Bears and Ben Johnson on Sunday, should Lions fans still hold resentment towards their former offensive coordinator, or turn the page?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, highlighting those who impressed most and those who stuck out in a BAD way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat to react to the Lions' bludgeoning of the Bears, and the rumors surrounding Jonathan Smith leaving Michigan State for UCLA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Rubick joins the show for our inaugural "What's Brewing?" segment presented by Ferris Coffee Co. Rubick dives into the Lions' matchup with the Packers and discusses what it'll take for the Lions to start the season 1-0.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJ Schulte, who covers both the Wolverines AND Sooners for A to Z Sports, joins the show to preview Saturday's matchup between two ranked teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons joins the show to launch you into Week 1 in the NFL, with predictions for Lions @ Packers, reactions to Jalen Carter spitting on Dak Prescott, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press joins the show to talk Lions and the NFL, from a potential comeback campaign from Marcus Davenport, the impact of Micah Parsons on the NFC North, the job security lock of Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBA is changing its All-Star Game format yet again, and Shep is NOT a fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep goes position by position to discuss whether the Lions or Packers have the better roster, and also takes a look at some questionable preseason power rankings from The Athletic... are the Lions ranked too low?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep reacts to a recent NFL.com article regarding the Lions' floor and ceiling for how many wins they'll collect this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lomas Brown joins the show to discuss former teammate Robert Porcher joining him in the Pride of the Lions this season, and also give some overall thoughts on the Micah Parsons trade within the division and the Lions' upcoming campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons joins the show to react to the blockbuster Micah Parsons trade and looks ahead to the Michigan State Football season as they kickoff Friday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nolan Bianchi of the Detroit News joins the show to discuss the Lions as they finalize their 53-man roster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the announcement that Sergei Federov's No. 91 will be retired by the Red Wings, teammate and fellow Hall of Famer Larry Murphy joins Shep to look back on Federov's decorated career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J.P. Hoornstra of Newsweek joins the show to talk all things baseball, including the Tigers' recent hot streak and the playoff races heating up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep takes a look at a hypothetical deal between the Lions and Cincinnati Bengals to get Trey Hendrickson to Detroit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Rabinowitz of The Motown Rundown joins the show to talk Lions and Tigers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aidan Champion of SI.com joins the show to talk all things Michigan State and Big Ten Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Perkins of the Sun Sentinel in Miami joins the show to talk all things Dolphins as they prepare to take on the Lions in Detroit this weekend for a preseason clash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep reacts to the amount of Tigers (or lack thereof) on a recent list of Top 50 players in Major League Baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic released an article grouping the quarterbacks of the NFL into tiers; where does Jared Goff rank, and is it fair?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Zinno of 92.9 The Game in Atlanta joins the show to give an outside perspective on the Lions, and tell you what to watch for with the Falcons this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Lions' backup quarterback situation causing a stir, could they be in play to trade for Kirk Cousins? And if so, what would it take to acquire the veteran?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most fans would say the Lions' offense is better than their defense, but is that truly the case?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep tells you why Tarik Skubal will be the biggest storyline of the offseason, and how the discussion has already gotten out of hand before the season has even ended.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal joins the show to bring you up to speed on how Jonathan Smith's Michigan State Spartans are preparing for the 2025 football season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Simonton of On3 Sports joins the show to talk the hottest national storylines in college football, from Arch Manning and Texas to the oversaturation of talent in major conferences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Broome of TheWolverine.com joins the show to give his early impressions of how the 2025 Michigan Wolverines will look on the football field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat, breaking down the Lions' backup quarterback situation, the time it takes to get back into "playing shape" in football, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fernando Ramirez, who covers the LA Chargers for the Sporting Tribune, joins the show to break down Thursday's preseason game between the Chargers and Lions, discuss what it's like to cover former Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh, the importance of Class of 2025 Hall-of-Famer Antonio Gates, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.