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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel get underway at Radio Row for the Super Bowl! 2x Super Bowl Champ Vince Wilfork talks about the week of preparation leading up to game day including (not) getting tickets for those asking. 2x Super Bowl Champ Justin Reid is playing at home now in New Orleans and recalls how his 2nd and 3rd SB experience were different from his first. Plus, Bobby and Matt recap the NFL Honors and talk Stafford MVP, Myles Garrett DPOY, and much more! Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, Willie Colon and Seth Rollins sharing how the New England Patriots can win the Super Bowl. Then they discuss what the best moment was at NFL Honors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, Willie Colon and Seth Rollins sharing how the Seattle Seahawks can win the Super Bowl. Then they discuss what the best moment was at NFL Honors. Browns DT Shelby Harris wakes up with 'GMFB' to discuss Shedeur Sanders' rookie seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Jones and Drew Franklin being their Super Bowl Week on Radio Row! UK legend and Fmr NFL WR Stevie Johnson drops by unexpectedly before 2x Super Bowl Champ Terrell Davis talks about playing in this game! Why does he think clothes and food are a waste of money? Mike Golic Sr. remembers his radio days with Matt and looks at the Seahawks/Patriots matchup! NFL MVP Shaun Alexander gives a Seahawks perspective and reveals the wildest fanbases he's played in front of!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lions Flavor in a Point-Flooded Pro Bowl Episode 562 of the Detroit Lions Podcast opened with Detroit Lions talk pointed straight at Super Bowl week, but the NFL Pro Bowl stole the first segment. Jeff Risdon flipped over after basketball and landed on a perfect scene: Jared Goff dropping a pass to Amon-Ra St. Brown. The scoreboard was already wild. More than 100 points lit up the broadcast. It felt like 56 to 50 at one point. The pace never slowed. This was not football as we know it. It was flag football. No tackling. No contact. No one even allowed to touch. Yet the hosts liked the energy. Jeff caught the last 35 to 40 minutes and agreed it beat the old 11-on-11 walk-through. Goff wore his hat and looked relaxed. He was clearly having fun. St. Brown moved like it mattered. For Lions fans, seeing that connection on a national stage was the hook that kept the channel right there. What the Hosts Teed Up Next After the quick Pro Bowl review, the rundown hit Detroit-centered questions. Levi Onwuzurike and Paschal came up under the banner of paying the toll. Is the player paying it, or are the Lions paying it? The conversation promised to sort through that. Salary cap talk is coming, and it sounds crazy. The Vikings got a mention as a punchline. Super Bowl choices were on deck, teased as a segment still to come. The aim is clear. Keep the focus on how Detroit Lions decisions intersect with an NFL offseason that is already moving. Tie the Pro Bowl flashes from Goff and St. Brown back into what matters next. Keep the Detroit Lions Podcast locked on the things fans actually need to think about this week. Behind the Mics The show remains the official Detroit Lions podcast for Reddit. Studio upgrades are on the way. Better lights. A new space. A former Cleveland Browns scout is lined up for Monday to talk prospects. The cadence of content is increasing, and the boys are clearly having fun building it. Detroit is front and center this week. The Lions have stars who just showed out in the NFL's showcase, even with flags at their hips. The next steps on cap, depth, and health are the real story. Episode 562 keeps those steps in focus. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #jaredgoff #amon-rast.brown #probowl #flagfootball #nfl #episode562 #jeffrisdon #levionwuzurike #paschal #salarycap #vikings #superbowl #reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Seth Rollins answering Throwdown Thursday questions - is Drake Maye or Sam Darnold ready for the confetti? Accomplished actor and NFL Honors host Jon Hamm chats with "Good Morning Football" host Jamie Erdahl about his experiences that he's had recently due in part to the NFL. Co-host of the "Lots to Say" podcast and former Pro Bowl NFL QB Matt Cassel joins "Good Morning Football" to share what he has to say about Super Bowl LX coming up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Seth Rollins discussing if they feel stronger about their Super Bowl prediction or if doubts are starting to creep in. CBS Sports' Adam Schein joins GMFB on radio row to talk about Super Bowl week, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Contracts Tolled: What It Means for 2026 The Detroit Lions tolled the contracts of Levi Onwuzurike and Josh Paschal after both spent the entire 2025 season on the NFI list. The practical outcome is simple. What was slated for 2025 now applies to 2026. Neither player hits free agency. Both remain Detroit Lions into the new league year. Onwuzurike's 2025 deal carries forward. Paschal moves into the final year of his rookie contract. The distinction matters inside the NFL calendar and for how the Lions plan the defensive line room into training camp. Cap Mechanics and Roster Stakes Onwuzurike has a one year, $4,000,000 deal with $3,500,000 guaranteed. The contract included a $2,000,000 signing bonus, which is typically paid at signing, so the cash outlay this year is lighter. He had a likely to be earned playing time incentive of $250,000. He did not reach it. That amount credits back to the Detroit Lions cap, a small but welcome bump. Paschal sits in the final season of his rookie deal. One key difference with the NFI list compared to IR is that teams are not obligated to pay base salaries on NFI. Beyond signing bonuses, it is unknown what either player received while sidelined. Expectations must be measured. Neither should be penciled in for significant snaps. Both must prove they can make the team. Prior second round draft status should not influence the competition. If healthy, their presence adds depth and pushes the group in camp. The medical histories frame the caution. Onwuzurike played well in 2024 before his knee gave out. He later needed knee surgery. A torn ACL was discovered after he signed, and it was not related to his longstanding back issues. He is playing after a spinal fusion surgery, which remains remarkable. Paschal had back surgery last offseason. His prior issues included melanoma that metastasized in his foot, knee problems, and a hamstring issue. He missed last season for a back problem. Availability will decide their paths. Pro Bowl Note: Goff Finds St. Brown The Pro Bowl shifted to flag football and still offered a Detroit moment. A switch of the channel landed on Jared Goff delivering a pass to Amon-Ra St. Brown. It is not tackle football. Accept that and the pace can be enjoyable. The connection was a quick reminder of timing and touch, even in an all star setting. The Detroit Lions Podcast goes live tonight at 8 PM with Chris to dig deeper into the cap ripple and the defensive line outlook. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #levionwuzurike #joshpaschal #non-footballinjurylist #contractstolled #teamcontrolinto2026 #playingtimeincentive #$2millionsigningbonus #likely-to-be-earnedincentive #rookiecontractfinalyear #tornacl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Seth Rollins sharing one word to describe Super Bowl 60. Frank Caliendo wakes up with "Good Morning Football" to talk some football. WHITEBOARD WEDNESDAY - who was the star of the pro bowl? What's your favorite pro bowl memory of all time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Seth Rollins listing the 5-most-important people on Super Bowl Sunday. Four-time Super Bowl Champion, NFL on FOX analyst, and former NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski joins "Good Morning Football" to share his thoughts on the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Isaiah Stanback discussing which quarterback shoes (Darnold or Maye) they'd rather be in! Is it a big deal or no big deal that people are doubting the New England Patriots because of their easy path to the Super Bowl?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Isaiah Stanback sharing which part of the Super Bowl matchup is making them anxious! Chris "Mad Dog" Russo wakes up with "GMFB" to break down Super Bowl LX storylines. Actor Brian Baumgartner joins and reveals his Super Bowl LX winner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NFL salary cap is set to clear $301 million. That surge changes the Detroit Lions math. Default figures still place the Lions a few million over, as with the rest of the NFC North, but routine moves and rollover can flip the ledger fast. The Detroit Lions Podcast drills into who and what unlocks space, and how it shapes spring decisions. Cap Surge Reshapes Detroit's Options League guidance pegs the 2026 cap north of $301 million, with projections ranging from about $301.2 million to $305.7 million. Five seasons ago it sat near $208 million. Revenue is up. So are choices. On default calculations, the Lions sit roughly $7.65 million over. There is a straightforward release or restructure lever at guard. Moving on from Graham Glasgow would free about $5.56 million. If he returns, it should be in a supporting role, not at a starter's rate. Restructure pathways also exist, including converting portions of Jared Goff's money into guarantees to smooth the hit. The menu is familiar. The new cap ceiling makes each option more palatable. David Montgomery remains a core piece. The expectation here is that he stays. The bigger picture is flexibility. Detroit can clear room without gutting its identity. Roster Decisions: Glasgow, Anzalone, Raymond The higher cap improves odds for continuity on defense. Bringing back linebacker Alex Anzalone is more feasible now. He handled the defensive calls, played well last season, and stayed on the field. Keeping the ringleader in the middle adds stability as the Lions push for more in the NFL postseason. Kalif Raymond is a pending free agent. He has been the No. 4 wide receiver and a trusted returner. Detroit drafted Dominic Lovett as a projected successor, but Lovett did not see the field on offense. If Raymond is open to returning as a primary return specialist, that path aligns with an offense that leans into two wide receivers and two tight ends. Glasgow remains the cleanest cap lever. If not released, a pay cut or restructure fits. Either way, the cap jump gives Detroit Lions decision-makers a buffer to keep preferred pieces together. QB2 and Coaching Notes The cap rise also eases a practical question at quarterback. Retaining Kyle Allen as the backup in the $3 million range makes sense. He was solid last summer and looked better than his prior tape suggested. Coaching movement around the NFL has settled at the top, but Detroit still needs a tight ends coach. Dan Skipper is a sensible in-house option. He logged more than 400 snaps as an extra offensive lineman in heavy packages and knows the operation. He could also slot as an offensive assistant if that's the better fit. There is talk out of Chicago that JT Barrett could become offensive coordinator under Ben Johnson. Chicago moved on from its OC and is surveying options. For the Lions, the immediate task is simple. Leverage the cap windfall, lock in key voices, and keep the program's rhythm intact. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #detroitlionssalarycap #nflcap301million #grahamglasgowsalary #zionyoung #danskipper #jtbarrett #tannerengstrand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Super Bowl storylines - what's the biggest storyline of Super Bowl week? Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Isaiah Stanback discuss what stands out to them during this coaching cycle. Patriots legend Matt Light wakes up with GMFB to share what's impressed him the most about this Patriots team, and what it was like to play alongside Mike Vrabel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Isaiah Stanback sharing which players they cannot wait to hear from at the Super Bowl. Ed McCaffrey joins GMFB and talks about Christian's year, and the Denver Broncos Super Bowl run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Detroit locks in OT at 17 Mock Draft 1.0 on the Detroit Lions Podcast set the board with a clear priority. Offensive tackle at No. 17. The choice is Utah's Caleb Lomu. The approach mirrors the current reality. Taylor Decker played through a shoulder injury and a potential retirement hovers. Operate as if Decker will not be back. If he returns, that is preferred. A rookie develops behind veterans and the line stays stout. This is about protecting Jared Goff and sustaining a top NFL front five. Caleb Lomu scouting snapshot Lomu brings outstanding athleticism and smooth movement in space. His footwork on the edge is clean. He rarely opens the gate and gives up the corner to bend rushers. He uses length well. If he is beaten initially, he shows quick reaction and recovers. That recovery mirrors what the Lions need on the left side. It also covers for breakdowns that happen on long downs. The cons are real. He will be 24 as a rookie, almost as old as Penei Sewell. He does not move people in the run game. Power rushers can get into his pads and walk him back. Functional strength must improve. Add eight to ten pounds and those issues tighten up. Among the two Utah tackles, Spencer Fano looks better right now. In two years, Lomu's ceiling could be higher. Less mileage. More room to grow. The fit in Detroit works. The profile matches the offense and the locker room. Derek Moore's Senior Bowl surge Day two brings a Senior Bowl riser. Michigan edge Derek Moore flashed an upper tier week. His Michigan tape had peaks and long quiet stretches. Splash or invisible. In Mobile he stacked more consistent reps. One stood out. Aligned on the edge, he collapsed the blocker inside and forced the run into the A gap. That is assignment sound football. That translates to the Lions front. It shows he can anchor, set an edge, and still chase. He is a little smaller for the role, but the technique win matters. The arrow is up. What changes before the draft This is an early guess. Only one mock each year reflects personal board. The rest project what the Detroit Lions will do. The NFL combine hits at the end of the month. Pro days follow. Those trips produce fresh data from scouts and coaches. Notes from the road sharpen the board and the next iteration gets tighter. For now, tackle at 17 with Lomu, then Moore as the front seven boost. Needs met. Upside secured. The plan holds until new information moves it. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #caleblomu #utahutestackle #taylordeckershoulder #taylordeckerpotentialretirement #peneisewell #detroitlionsoffensiveline #lefttacklerecovery #bullrushpower #rungamemovement #spencerfano #derekmoore #michiganpassrusher #seniorbowlweek #agapspill #combineatendofmonth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Saturday Edition of the Good Morning Football Podcast looks back at the Patriots heading to the Super Bowl and an explanation of their battle cry! Surprising reports on who will NOT be a first ballot Hall of Famer. Super Bowl Champ and HOF Mike Singletary looks at the Bears season and what's to come in Chicago. Plus, Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt talks about the Chiefs challenges for next season and building a new stadium! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With just a few days before Super Bowl Week begins, Kyle Brandt welcomes Actor/Musician David Patrick Kelly to discuss the Patriots using his 'Warriors' as a battle cry. Where did it come from and what projects is DPK working on now? 10 Takes with Kyle Brandt is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Fmr NFL center Mitch Morse at the table. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Manti Te'o and Isaac Rochelle discuss the Bills coaching hire and the Chiefs bringing Eric Bienemy back to the team. Robert Saleh drops by as the new head coach of the Tennessee Titans! Plus 3x Super Bowl Champion Randy Cross looks at the previous dynasty teams in the NFL and a new documentary about his 49ers teams. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel dive right in with the reports that Bill Belichick will not be a first ballot Hall of Famer. Bobby explains why he understands the reasoning while Matt was with the Patriots through some of the controversies. Meanwhile, the Patriots are back in the Super Bowl and Matt talks about the angle that Mike Vrabel can bring to his team. Shedeur Sanders going to the Pro Bowl doesn't feel right. The Titans are building a nice support staff and it could signal a big turnaround for the team. Matt questions Bobby on the greatest plays in Super Bowl history. Bobby and Matt discuss the recent weather and their struggles through the storm. Placekicker Rodrigo Blankenship talks about his signature look and his journey to Georgia and the UFL. Rodrigo is also still looking for his shot in the NFL and explains how hard it is to prove yourself and keep a roster spot on a team. Matt asks about Rodrigo's social content and how he shows off his other interests. Bobby asks for Rodrigo's all-time favorite kick he's ever seen. Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rich Dotson, Matt O'Hara, and Garret Price conducted a live one QB PPR startup draft with Nerd Herd members, revealing stark strategy differences from superflex formats. Rich secured Bijan Robinson at 1.02, while Garrett grabbed De'Von Achane at 1.06, and Matt made an experimental pick taking Brock Bowers at 1.10 despite later regretting the decision. The draft showcased dramatically different positional value compared to superflex formats. Drake May went in the second round, but most quarterbacks fell significantly later. Rich won the quarterback chicken game, waiting until round 10 to take Dak Prescott while quality options like C.J. Stroud, Cam Ward, and Jared Goff remained available. He emphasized cycling through veteran quarterbacks in one QB formats rather than investing premium picks. Matt's Bowers pick sparked debate about tight end strategy. He admitted afterward he would pivot to CeeDee Lamb if redrafting, noting Tucker Kraft went in the fifth round with similar per-game production. Rich doubled down on tight ends, taking Kyle Pitts and Dalton Kincaid back-to-back, betting on elite upside at the position. The hosts agreed this represents the deepest young tight end class in dynasty history, making waiting on the position more viable than ever before. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with a look at how the Patriots can win the Super Bowl. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Rashad Jennings play a game of 'Bay Area' focused trivia. CBS Sports announcer and famed Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo joins "Good Morning Football" alongside his own father, Ramiro, to provide perspective on things that the two have been up to latelySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Rashad Jennings answering Throwdown Thursday questions - would Sam Darnold or Drake Maye's journey to the Super Bowl make a better documentary? Would you rather watch running back or wide receiver highlights? Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love chats about what it took for the Seahawks to reach Super Bowl LX. Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Darnay Holmes sits down to share what he is passionate about off the field along with some predictions for Super Bowl LX and further down the line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with sources saying Bill Belichick will not be a first ballot Hall of Famer. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Rashad Jennings discuss the Bills promoting Joe Brady to Head Coach. Whiteboard Wednesday asks what would be your Play of the Year? Plus, should the NFL avoid snow games in the playoffs? Stay tuned for Super Bowl Champion Mike Singletary coming up in Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with storylines we expect to see in the Super Bowl. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Rashad Jennings welcome SB Champion and Hall of Famer Mike Singletary. Mike gives his thoughts on the Bears this season as well as the Patriots/Seahawks SB matchup. Actor/Musician David Patrick Kelly drops by to discuss the Patriots borrowing his battle cry from the 1979 movie, The Warriors. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with looking at the biggest winners from championship weekend. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Willie Colon discuss if it's a big deal/no big deal that Sam Darnold is the first starting QB from the 2018 draft class to reach the Super Bowl. Stay tuned for Game Balls coming up in Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Willie Colon answering several questions: What has surprised you the most about this Patriots Super Bowl run? What's the Super Bowl storyline you're already tired of? Safety Justin Simmons joins to break down the Denver Broncos AFC Championship loss and cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian INT in divisional round. Kansas City Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt wakes up with "GMFB" to break down 56th annual 101 Awards and the teams offseason plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Jones and Drew Franklin look at the Conference Championship matchups that gave us a Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl. Jarrett Stidham had a tough day, but should the Broncos have taken first half points before weather came? Matt talks about the exciting matchup between the Rams and Seahawks. Did Sam Darnold finally silence his critics? Drew notes the coaching matchup that delivered. What are your first thoughts on the Maye-Darnold QB matchup? Matt wonders if either of these teams are at the start of a long run of Championship hopes. Onto the coaching hires with two new hires in the AFC North. Mike McCarthy adds another iconic franchise to his coaching resume with the Steelers. What changes will Jesse Minter bring to the Ravens? Matt was surprised by the Bills interviewing Philip Rivers, but wants his coaches to have more experience. We wrap up with preparations for NFL Cover Zero heading to the Super Bowl. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stoney and Rico take some more of your calls on today's topics.
Stoney and Rico had a few Lions-related "Can We Say That?" questions to open the second hour. Then, they continued to ask why Sam Darnold was able to make the Super Bowl with the Seahawks before Jared Goff was able to with the Lions. The guys rounded out the hour with an interesting Deion Sanders topic in a "CFB Blitz".
The guys had a discussion about the AFC and NFC Championship games from yesterday, which turned into a more specific conversation regarding Sam Darnold making the Super Bowl with the Seahawks before Jared Goff has with the Lions. Then, they did their Monday staple "Can We Say That?" to round out the hour.
Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico spent the first hour discussing their reactions to NFL Championship Sunday and what Sam Darnold's run to the Super Bowl means for Jared Goff, given the latter's inability to make the Super Bowl before the former. They stuck with this topic into the second hour before quickly posing some trade targets for the Pistons ahead of next month's NBA Trade Deadline. The guys had some criticisms for NFL head coaches in relation to their aggressive 4th down decision making and then they wrapped the show wondering how Brad Holmes can learn from Seahawks GM John Schneider.
Is Jared Goff's inability to get the Lions to the Super Bowl more of his problem or Brad Holmes'?
The guys have the people join in on their conversation via your ticket texts and calls.
The guys begin the second hour with a continuation of their "Can We Say That?' and take a few of your calls.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the Seahawks victory over the Rams. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Willie Colon discuss Sam Darnold making his way to the Super Bowl. The Patriots get past the Broncos and Kyle explains the new battle cry being used by New England. We get an update on the coaching hires and interviews across the NFL. What does the Breakfast Table think of Mike McCarthy in Pittsburgh? Stay tuned for Game Balls coming up in Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the Rams special teams issues against the Seahawks. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Willie Colon discuss what's next for the Rams after a tough loss. Game Balls are handed out for Conference Championship weekend. Plus, There's No Way this happened this weekend! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We have our Super Bowl matchup. Just one game left! 5th team is the charm The Battle Cry It will be just fine This hurts more Where in history Saw it in September 10 Takes with Kyle Brandt is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Five Years After a Franchise Pivot Five years on, the Detroit Lions trade that sent Matthew Stafford to the Rams and brought Jared Goff and draft capital to Detroit still defines the arc of both franchises. The timing mattered. Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes had just arrived. Candidates for those jobs were warned that Stafford might not be a Detroit Lion for long. Stafford had back concerns at the time and no interest in grooming a successor. Detroit's roster had been stripped by the end of the Quinntricia era. The team needed a reset. Stafford wanted to win right away. The deal marked the end of an era and a clean break. Los Angeles sought a quarterback who could maximize Sean McVay's offense. Goff's run there had crested. Detroit accepted Goff and the picks and turned the page. It was bold. It was necessary. It was an NFL trade that changed two locker rooms overnight. Winners on Both Sides, Different Paths Both sides got what they needed. The Rams won a Super Bowl. In year five after the trade, Stafford just won the MVP. The Rams are still playing, with an NFC championship game ahead and a chance at another Super Bowl. That is validation. The Detroit Lions gained, too. Goff's trajectory in Detroit has risen. The offense stabilized. The team culture grew under Campbell and Holmes. The trade created space to build and compete without clinging to a fading timeline. It was not about declaring a single winner. It was about fit and timing, and both teams found theirs. Goff's Detroit Arc by the Numbers The numbers tell the Detroit Lions story. Goff's overall winning percentage dipped slightly from 60% to 58%, but removing the first seasons in each stop makes the rates nearly identical. His first year in Los Angeles included only seven starts. His first Detroit season ended 3-13-1. Since then, the results track closely. Accuracy improved. His completion rate in Detroit is up 4.4 percentage points, from 63.4 to 67.9. The touchdown-to-interception ratio is better. Average yards per attempt is higher. Yards per completion is slightly lower. Yards per game is almost unchanged. The passer rating jump is stark: 91.5 across five Los Angeles seasons to 101.3 across five in Detroit. Goff has authored 15 game-winning drives and 12 fourth quarter comebacks with the Lions. He has made two Pro Bowls in Detroit. He finished sixth in Comeback Player of the Year voting in 2022. In 2024, he received MVP consideration and finished ninth for Offensive Player of the Year. These are concrete gains, not vibes. Five years later, the Detroit Lions are stronger for the reset, and the Rams achieved the immediate payoff they pursued. That is the lasting impact of a blockbuster that reshaped the NFL and still reverberates on the Detroit Lions Podcast. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #matthewstafford #jaredgoff #losangelesrams #dancampbell #bradholmes #seanmcvay #nfcchampionship #game-winningdrives #fourthquartercomebacks #completionpercentage #qbrating #comebackplayeroftheyear #offensiveplayeroftheyear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyle Brandt brings all of his thoughts on Sunday's Conference Championship Games: A Special Team Different atmosphere A Quote for Sam History isn't kind Just Watch Reversing History Feeling Confident? 10 Takes with Kyle Brandt is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are preparing for the AFC and NFC Championship games! Matt wants to know more about Jarrett Stidham because he wants to root for the Broncos over the Patriots. Looking at the news, how do you feel about the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott? Matt sees three coaching moves where the teams may not improve next season. Mike McDaniel and Eric Bienemy have both been hired as Offensive Coordinators. Robert Saleh is headed to the Titans as head coach. Matt notes the coming rivalry between Baker Mayfield and Kevin Stefanski. John Harbaugh was introduced as the Giants Head Coach. Does Harbaugh make New York 'bigger' in the league? What are the biggest franchises in the NFL and all sports right now? Looking at the games this weekend and the quarterbacks left playing. Matt and Drew make their picks for this weekend and which teams will face each other in the Super Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Saturday's matchup between the Patriots and Broncos. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Isaac Rochell discuss the factors that will determine who wins this game. 2x Super Bowl Champion Jeff Hostetler talks about winning after taking over a team late in the season. Manti explains why Kenneth Walker has been mayjah. Plus, what will we see in Monday's headlines? The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with recognizing players that have been nominated for NFL awards. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, Terron Armstead and Mike Garafolo are joined by Brandin Cooks and he talks about the Bills loss to the Broncos, the firing of Sean McDermott, and Josh Allen. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with a preview of the Rams-Seahawks matchup in the championship round. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Mike Garafolo discuss if the Patriots lack of experience is a big deal or no big deal. Then they wrap with 'title themed' trivia. Stay tuned for Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel exchange some car stories before diving into the Broncos advancing without an injured Bo Nix. Matt explains how the team moves forward this week and has the opportunity to rally around Jarrett Stidham. Looking at the head coaching openings, who would be the ideal candidate for the Bills? Matt thinks it's a tough spot because of the immediate Super Bowl expectations. It's Conference Championship Playoff Weekend and the Patriots should feel confident against the Broncos. The Rams visit the Seahawks and Bobby explains why Matthew Stafford is the best QB left playing. Boston Globe Sr. NFL Writer Ben Volin will be in Denver to cover the Patriots. Ben notes the turnaround from New England after Mike Vrabel joined the team. How has Drake Maye established himself as the leader of this locker room? Ben was surprised by the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott because coaching wasn't their issue this season. What is the best candidate for Buffalo? Ben feels like the Seahawks have the advantage of rest against the Rams, but LA has been playing tough. Ben reveals his favorites for MVP this season, before Matt asks for Ben's favorite Tim Tebow story. With 4 QB's left, which one has the best 'story' if they won the Super Bowl? Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A surprising hire, a clear philosophy The Detroit Lions have their new offensive coordinator. Drew Petzing is in. On the Detroit Lions Podcast, Russell Brown and Scott Bischoff sifted through first impressions and got to the substance. Initial reactions felt muted. The shiny name wasn't coming. But the more they worked through scheme and personnel, the more the hire fit what the Lions want to be in the NFL. They pushed back on the noise. Fans cherry-picked stats. Few considered what Petzing had to work with. The conversation stayed on the grand picture: what this offense needs to do on Sundays and how Petzing can get it there. Lessons from Arizona that matter in Detroit Petzing's Arizona run offered useful clues. In 2023 he split the year between Kyler Murray for eight games and Josh Dobbs for eight. Dobbs looked good in that structure. In 2024 Murray played the full season. The offense was fine, not great, but functional. In the most recent season, Murray played about four or five games. Context mattered across all three years. Usage stood out. James Conner was highly productive despite not being a super explosive athlete. Arizona created touches for him as a runner and receiver. That detail resonated with Detroit. Think Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. Creative throws to backs. Turn easy completions into first downs. That is bankable offense when games tighten. The fit: second-and-4 football The hosts kept returning to down-and-distance. This is the point of the Detroit Lions offense. Get to second and four. Open the playbook. Run play action. Move the chains. Control the clock. Petzing aligns with that identity. The expectation is a coherent ground attack that puts Jared Goff and the passing game in favorable spots. They contrasted that with the allure of Mike McDaniel. Fun idea, but not a clean fit. Shotgun-heavy. Wide zone as a base. That would force major changes to what Detroit does. Petzing's approach blends easier with the current core and the way the Lions want to play in the NFL. Framing the 2026 NFL Draft The discussion acknowledged uncertainty around how this hire touches the 2026 NFL Draft. The lens is clearer than the board. Build an offense that lives in manageable downs. Lean on play action. Feature backs in the passing game when the coverage picture invites it. Those are guideposts for roster planning, not predictions. It was cold outside. Snow piled up. Inside the Detroit Lions Podcast, the thesis warmed up fast: the name might not sparkle, but the fit makes sense. That is what matters for Detroit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jp037jHNnn0 #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #drewpetzing #arizonacardinals #offensivecoordinator #kylermurray #joshdobbs #jamesconner #jahmyrgibbs #davidmontgomery #rungame #playaction #shotgunoffense #widezone #bradholmes #2026nfldraft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A new OC with familiar roots The Detroit Lions hired Drew Petzing as offensive coordinator. The hire ties Detroit to the Kevin Stefanski tree and a system built on timing and detail. Petzing coached tight ends in Cleveland in 2020 and 2021. Those Browns made the playoffs and won a playoff game for the first time in more than thirty years. His Cleveland work stands out. Petzing helped turn David Njoku from a talented but inconsistent former first rounder into a much better pro. The improvement started with focus. Route depths got precise. A nine-yard out was nine yards, not seven or ten. The blocking jumped too. Njoku became a Pro Bowl caliber tight end. Harrison Bryant arrived as a glorified big wideout and improved as a blocker and in the finer points of spacing. The common thread was attention to detail. Scheme overlap that fits Detroit Petzing comes from the Stefanski offense that traces back through Minnesota and the Norv Turner and Shanahan Kubiak family of ideas. It is a timing and precision attack. It aims for yards after the catch and hits weak points. It mixes in deep shots from base looks. That is also the foundation Ben Johnson used in Detroit. The language changes, but the structure aligns. In Cleveland, the core pieces were Nick Chubb at running back, Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry at wide receiver, and Njoku with Bryant at tight end. Baker Mayfield ran the show. The line was strong aside from a sore spot at left tackle. The results were a middle-of-the-pack offense, about fourteenth, that strung together long drives. It was not an all-or-nothing unit. It generated explosives out of its core formations. Landry was a draft comp for Amon-Ra St. Brown. St. Brown is the better athlete now, but the play style echoes. If you frame J-Mo as the OBJ role from that one good Cleveland year before injuries, the parallels are easy to see. Tight ends and 12 personnel on deck The Lions need more help at tight end. The head coach played tight end in the NFL and is a former tight ends coach. He likes 12 personnel, with one back and two tight ends. Petzing's track record with Njoku and Bryant pairs with that preference. Coincidentally, Njoku is a free agent this offseason. Petzing also served as quarterbacks coach in Cleveland in 2022. That matters for Detroit. Jared Goff is different from Baker Mayfield. Goff is more careful, less mobile, and a better decision maker. That profile fits the Stefanski-style approach. Within a familiar NFL framework, the Detroit Lions can carry over what already works and sharpen the edges under their new offensive coordinator. This is a continuity bet with clear intent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTkpjtwbT84 #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #drewpetzing #detroitlionsoffensivecoordinator #kevinstefanskioffense #tightendscoach #davidnjoku #harrisonbryant #12personnel #benjohnson #shanahankubiakstyle #jarvislandry #odellbeckham #nickchubb #bakermayfield #amon-rast.brown #jaredgoff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Matt Jones and Drew Franklin open with the Bears falling to the Rams. As a Bears fan, Matt feels like the team was playing ahead of schedule. Are the Rams an even bigger Super Bowl favorite now? The Bills may have missed out on their best chance to win a championship. How will the Broncos fare without Bo Nix? Matt explains why he thinks Denver still has a chance! Will Josh Allen ever win a Super Bowl? Matt notes the rough night for CJ Stroud and how it impacts what the Texans are willing to pay for an extension. The Patriots are back in the Conference Championship and have a chance at another Super Bowl. Matt ranks the networks for his viewing experience. What are your first thought Super Bowl picks? Matt explains how winning a 2nd QB puts Matthew Stafford in a new category. In other NFL news, Kevin Stefanski is hired by the Falcons. Where will Mike McCarthy land? Drew expresses his hopes for the Titans. We wrap up with Matt's plans for Super Bowl Week in Santa Clara and predictions for the CFB Championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Buy These 2024 Players Instead of Spending Picks on 2026 Rookies Jagger May and Andrew Mott break down why dynasty managers should target undervalued vet players instead of chasing 2026 rookies. With the 2026 class lacking depth, buying low on players offers better value for contending teams looking to maximize their rosters. Marvin Harrison Jr. tops the buy list after a disappointing rookie season hampered by injuries and poor offensive coordination. With Drew Petzing gone and a potential offensive overhaul in Arizona, Harrison could be acquired for a fourth or fifth round startup pick. Brian Thomas Jr., Rome Odunze, and Ladd McConkey all offer bounce back potential, with McConkey especially appealing after Greg Roman's firing in Los Angeles opens up the passing game. Zay Flowers quietly delivered consistency despite limited touchdown equity, while Woody Marks presents running back value despite a struggling Texans offense. The hosts even highlight veteran quarterback Jared Goff and breakout tight end Kyle Pitts as targets now that Kevin Stefanski is coaching the Falcons. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Playoff Challenge Entry! 00:00 Start 00:29 Marvin Harrison Jr. 06:07 Brian Thomas Jr. 14:24 Rome Odunze 18:42 Ladd McConkey 25:50 Zay Flowers 29:43 Woody Marks 35:25 Jared Goff 43:51 Kyle Pitts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices