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Valenti and Stoney wonder if Brad Holmes is continuing to sing the wrong tune when it comes to the state of the Lions' edge rushers.

The guys wrapped today's show with some pointed thoughts on Brad Holmes' comments about the Lions' edge rusher situation and some more overall reactions to whether they viewed the press conference as a positive or a negative.

Stoney (in for Rico today) had some strong thoughts on why the Lions need to pursue recently fired Mike McDaniel to become their next offensive coordinator. Valenti agreed wholeheartedly and the guys spent the first hour discussing why this fit is a match made in heaven. Then, Kenny joined for a CFB Blitz.

Valenti and Stoney (in for Rico) kicked off today's show with their insistence on the Lions at least inquiring about the recently fired former Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel for their open OC role. They stuck with this topic throughout the first 2 hours before Brad Holmes spoke with the media in his end-of-year press conference, which they spent the rest of the show reacting to.

Valenti and Stoney (in for Rico) have a conversation about the possibility that the Lions hire recently fired Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator.

The guys continue their conversation about Mike McDaniel/the Lions and begin to take your calls on the topic.

Mike and Stoney read your ticket texts and take your calls on the Lions potentially showing interest in Mike McDaniel to become their new OC.

The guys took a few more of your calls before reacting to the breaking news that the Lions have reached out to Mike McDaniel about their open OC role.

00:13 – Playoffs Are Here & Format Weirdness Chris and Mario open with disbelief that the playoffs arrived so fast, questioning seeding quirks and how certain road teams received unusually favorable first-round matchups. 00:48 – John Harbaugh Firing & Coaching Carousel Reaction to John Harbaugh's dismissal after 18 years, comparisons to Andy Reid's Eagles exit, speculation about landing spots, and why some organizations remain unattractive despite openings. 02:18 – Coordinator Firings & Continuity Failures Discussion of the Lions moving on from John Morton, how bad coordinator fits can derail seasons, and why patience sometimes backfires. 03:26 – Todd Bowles Retained in Tampa Analysis of Tampa Bay's decision to keep Bowles, Baker Mayfield injury effects, and why the collapse wasn't as simple as staff turnover. 04:46 – Betting Reference Change The show explains switching to oddsmakers for lines due to accessibility, parlay flexibility, and consistency across platforms. 07:02 – Quarterback Declarations & Draft Timing Conversation on early QB draft entries, Jets development struggles, market myths, and why limited college starts remain risky. 11:26 – Falcons, Colts & QB Decision Regret Debate on Atlanta's QB timeline, Indianapolis' handling of Riley Leonard, and how hesitation often costs playoff chances. 13:25 – Draft Philosophy & Age Debate Critique of older prospects rising into Round 1, late-bloomer quarterbacks, and how physical peaks skew evaluation. 16:56 – Defensive Draft Misses Breakdown of recent drafts where defensive talent existed but was misidentified or misused. 19:26 – Eagles Defensive Collapse Context Discussion of coverage busts, penalties, and how opponent game plans exploited weaknesses late in the season. NFL Playoff Games Discussed (Spoiler-Free) 22:16 – Rams at Panthers Unusual seeding matchup shaped by spread disparity, environment, and recent history. 26:13 – Packers at Bears Cold-weather rivalry game centered on playoff nerves and offensive reliability. 31:19 – Bills at Jaguars Momentum-based matchup highlighting belief, quarterback variance, and perception gaps. 33:46 – 49ers at Eagles High-profile playoff rematch focused on defensive health and offensive rhythm. 37:34 – Chargers at Patriots Experience vs. first-time playoff exposure with coaching contrast front and center. 39:33 – Texans at Steelers (MNF) Physical AFC matchup defined by defense, pass protection, and postseason pressure.

We're talking about the 405 Winchester today, which is President Theodore Roosevelt's legendary medicine gun for lions. To this day, that statement remains one of the most effective presidential endorsements of any product ever. We will discuss more details of how that cartridge performed for Theodore Roosevelt in Africa, plus I'll also cover the history and performance specs of the cartridge, it's strengths and limitations, some other hunting stories involving it, and some recommendations on the best use cases for the round.  Sponsor: Get in touch with me to make your Africa hunting dreams come true on a hunt in South Africa. We offer outstanding hunting safaris, simplified hunt logistics, assistance with many of the pain points associated with a hunt, and up front pricing with no extra fees. We just opened bookings for 2027 and still have a few spots remaining for May, October, and November 2026. Visit bestsafarihunt.com or email me at john@thebiggamehuntingblog.com to learn more. Make sure to state that you're a podcast listener and I'll give you a special bonus! North Fork produces several projectiles that are outstanding choices for the 405 Winchester that take the performance of the cartridge to the next level. You can purchase North Fork bullets in the .411 and .413 bore diameters (as well as many others: .308, .338, .375 caliber, etc.) directly from the North Fork web site, from MidwayUSA, or from our network of other distributors all over the world. Please hit that "SUBSCRIBE" or "FOLLOW" button in your podcast app to receive future episodes automatically!

Detroit Sports Podcast -- Doc N Jock Sports w/ John & Adam This episode -- Lions play fast and loose and manage a win against the Bears, was the respect earned worth the draft position loss?Plus: Changes need to be made to the coaching staff. OC obviously, does Dan Campbell need to make a change at DC, who is to blame most for the disappointing Lions season, Does Brad Holmes need to reevaluate his processes and make adjustments to his philosophy regarding draft day and free agency?

Where do the Baltimore Ravens go from here after firing head coach of 18 years John Harbaugh? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss the Ravens' future along with other coaching vacancies across the league at the coordinator level. Closing things out, the crew looks at how coaching situations could affect certain QBs before discussing their "One More Thing."(0:30) - Ravens fire John Harbaugh(25:18) - Cowboys fire DC Matt Eberflus(34:05) - Commanders part ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury & DC Joe Whitt Jr.(43:05) - Lions part ways with OC John Morton(46:49) - Could Tua Tagovailoa play elsewhere in 2026?(50:50) - How will head coaching openings affect QBs?(1:02:30) - One More Thing

Welcome back to "First Draft." Hosted by Mike Greenberg, Field Yates and Mel Kiper Jr., we're conducting a 2026 NFL end-of-regular-season Mock Draft. (0:00) Welcome to First Draft (1:00) Biggest surprise of Top-10 (3:46) No. 1: Raiders select QB Fernando Mendoza (6:53) No. 2: Jets select QB Dante Moore (10:07) No. 3: Cardinals select RB Jeremiyah Love (15:19) No. 4: Titans select LB Arvell Reese (17:24) No. 5: Giants select OT Francis Mauigoa (19:24) No. 6: Browns select WR Carnell Tate (25:00) No. 7: Commanders select Edge David Bailey (26:50) No. 8: Saints select Edge Rueben Bain Jr. (28:48) No. 9: Chiefs select WR Jordyn Tyson (30:11) No. 10: Bengals select S Caleb Downs (32:41) No. 11: Dolphins select CB Mansoor Delane (34:11) No. 12: Cowboys select Edge Keldric Faulk (36:39) No. 13: Rams select CB Jermod McCoy (via ATL) (40:49) No. 14: Ravens select WR Makai Lemon (42:21) No. 15: Buccaneers select LB Sonny Styles (43:43) No. 16: Jets select DT A'Mauri Washington (via IND) (44:59) No. 17: Lions select DE Akheem Mesidor (47:40) No. 18: Vikings select TE Kenyon Sadiq (49:03) Final thoughts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Rico spent the second hour posing some potential offensive coordinator candidates and discussing the ideal qualities they'd like the next one to possess.

The guys discuss a few candidates who could become the next Lions offensive coordinator.

Valenti and Rico got today's show started with their reactions to a few different NIL/transfer portal-related stories that highlight the brutal state of CFB now. They had a discussion in the second hour about the Lions' offensive coordinator search and the ideal qualities they'd like to see in whoever Detroit hires. The guys covered a few topics in the third hour before they addressed even more NIL stories, asking which of them is the craziest.

The guys address the job status of Kelvin Sheppard while continuing their Lions offensive coordinator conversation.

Mike and Rico hear from the people on who they've got in mind for the next Lions offensive coordinator.

The guys discussed a few new insane NIL-related CFB stories to open the show. Then, they looked at a few potential offensive coordinator candidates for the Lions.

Jerry is in for his first update. The optimism in Florham Park is raising eyebrows as Jets GM Darren Mougey claims the team can be "competitive right away" next year. Meanwhile, Lions coach Dan Campbell isn't pulling any punches on his own performance, handing himself a "freaking F" for the season. Also, Carmelo Anthony is critiquing the Knicks' late-game execution, and recap a local slaughter on the ice after the Islanders' 9-0 ruining of the Devils left Frank The Tank absolutely irate.

Detroit Lions Podcast: John Morton Out and the OC Search Morton Out, Campbell Hints at Calling Plays The Detroit Lions moved on from offensive coordinator John Morton on Tuesday. The decision resets the offense and spotlights the play-calling question. Dan Campbell signaled he is open to handling the call sheet. He also suggested stability if the play caller is him. The likely model is clear. Hire an offensive coordinator who keeps the current Detroit Lions structure intact while sharpening schematics, play designs, game planning, and week-to-week sequencing. The midseason shift strained the operation. Campbell did a lot of the heavy lifting, and it bled into other duties. If that setup existed from Week 1, the outcome might have looked different. Now the Detroit Lions can define roles before the next snap. The NFL calendar will not wait. David Blough Makes Immediate Sense David Blough was the first name to surface. He served as the Washington Commanders quarterbacks coach last season. He is young and considered an up-and-comer. He once backed up in Detroit and understands the Lions locker room. He also knows Jared Goff well. That matters. Blough has been around varied systems, including Washington's approach and time in Cleveland with Stefanski. Jumping to offensive coordinator after two years as a coach is a big step. It becomes more reasonable if Campbell calls the plays. In that setup, Blough could drive passing concepts, opponent-specific installs, and weekly structure while the head coach manages the call flow. Antoine Randall El Fits the Room, With a Catch Another strong candidate is Antoine Randall El. He is the Chicago Bears wide receivers coach and assistant head coach. He left Detroit after a long run coaching the Lions receivers. That was not easy for him. His fingerprints are all over the current room. He helped rein in Jamo and earn his buy-in. Jamo rewarded that trust with a fantastic season. Randall l knows the personnel, the tone, and the standards. He has worked with Mark Brunell, Hank Fraley, and Scottie Montgomery. Seth Ryan is likely to remain and is well liked. The snag is title. Moving from assistant head coach to coordinator is technically a demotion. Extracting him from Chicago could be complicated. Internal Route Unlikely, External Fit Paramount An internal promotion appears unlikely. The Detroit Lions did not pivot in-season when it was needed most. Maybe they were averse to an in-season firing. Either way, the search points outward. The next OC must align with the offense built by Campbell and Ben Johnson, then refine the details. If Campbell keeps the call sheet, the coordinator's job centers on design, sequencing, and opponent answers. The mandate is simple. Make the current Detroit Lions offense more efficient on Sundays. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6dP3VIyDo8 #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #johnmorton #offensivecoordinator #dancampbell #playcaller #davidblough #jaredgoff #washingtoncommanders #stefanski #antoinerandalll #widereceiverscoach #chicagobears #passinggamecoordinator #gameplanning #schematics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to break down the Bears' 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday and to preview Chicago's showdown against rival Green Bay in the wild-card round. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams drawing a lofty comparison to an NFL legend.

The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes Kevin Fishbain to the podcast! The two chat about what is important to take from the Bears' loss to the Lions, discuss Ben Johnson's late-game situational decisions, and give an early preview of Bears-Packers on Saturday (2:04). Next, Jason explains why he doesn't think Caleb Williams is close to his ceiling, why his confidence is palpable, and why the Bears are headed in the right direction with Caleb and Ben. Then, Jason talks about his takeaways from the College Football Playoff before wrapping up with an update on the Bulls and why the Cubs are in trouble if they miss out on their big free agent targets (37:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: ⁠708-550-3781⁠. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Kevin Fishbain Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textWhat if discipleship worked like a real apprenticeship—with hands in the work, not just head in the clouds? We sit down with Pastor Heath Hardesty, author of All Things Together, to unpack a simple but deep pattern for growth: union with Christ, abiding in His presence, obeying His teaching, and imaging His character. Heath's journey from a plumber's apprentice to a lead pastor gives this model grit and stories you can feel—soldering joints, learning by doing, failing, laughing, and trying again.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Gonzaga barely escaped the firece talons (beak? whatever) of the Redhawks of Seattle University, then proceeded to float merrily into their home tilt against the Lions of LMU. Much like the lion tamers of old, the Zags gently placed their head into the Lions' mouth, giving it the false sense of power, before pulling back and unloading their blunderbuss into the beasts heart. Too much metaphor? Maybe. In any event, the FIB boys will walk you thorugh both games, speculate further on Mario Saint-Supery's love life, and sing the praises of his highness of efficiency, Braden Huff.  We'll then take a look at the upcoming game against Santa Clara, in which a high flyn' Broncos team will hope to steal some of the Redhawks' Kennel mojo (they will fail). All that and more on this episode of Free Ira Brown! THE Gonzaga Hoops Podcast. Support the show at patreon.com/freeirabrown. Do you like the show? Give us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode of Shot of Michigan Sports, the guys discuss: (00:00) = Weekly Check-Ins & Reminiscing on the Show (33:00) = MSU Pat Fitzgerald Hire (37:00) = Michigan Football Drama (53:00) = Lions Season is Over (1:13:00) = MSU and Michigan Final Basketball Predictions We'd really appreciate it if you followed, reviewed and shared our podcast with a friend. If you would like a question answered on the show, please text or leave a voicemail at 984-444-9286. Be sure to follow us for weekly show clips and other content. TikTok: @shotofms Instagram: @shotofms Twitter: @shotofms YouTube: Shot of Michigan Sports

The new year barely started and the sports universe already said, “Buckle up.” We're kicking off 2026 with conspiracy boards lit, tempers flaring, and a couple of very familiar names landing themselves back in Biggest Pickle territory.Rewind (…Sort Of):We're dusting off the tinfoil hats because something about the Denny Hamlin situation has us raising eyebrows. After the tragic house fire on December 28th that left his father, Dennis Hamlin, with life‑threatening injuries, the timeline and the circumstances have fans whispering. And the big question we can't ignore: Who does Hamlin race for? Connect the dots however you want—we're just asking the questions.News Rundown:- DK Metcalf is out for the final two games after an altercation with a Lions fan who called him by his actual legal name. Apparently “Dekaylin” is now a slur in DK's world. Blue wig snatched, punch thrown, excuses made, and videos everywhere. If you hate your name that much… there are forms for that.  - Jose Alvarado (Pelicans) and Mark Williams (Suns) both earned suspensions after a December 27th on‑court dust‑up. Two games for Alvarado, one for Williams—holiday spirit clearly did not make it to the hardwood.  - Ole Miss freshman DB Dante Core was arrested on December 26th after being clocked at 110 mph in Alabama. The speeding wasn't the real problem—what police smelled and found in the car was. Marijuana, paraphernalia, and a $1000 bond later, we're left wondering if this is a detour or the end of his college career before it even starts.Biggest Pickle of the Week:We've got repeat offenders. Again.  This week's crown goes to Stefon Diggs and Christian Barmore, two New England Patriots players who just can't seem to stay out of the pickle jar. You've heard their names here before, and somehow they've managed to outdo themselves.

Eazy and Spencer react to the Detroit Lions "parting ways" with John Morton, and who will replace the Lions former Offensive Coordinator. They also discuss who will replace John Harbaugh after he was let go by the Baltimore Ravens. They also react to the Detroit Pistons beating the CRAP out of the New York Knicks.

Laurence tries to make sense of why Tyrique Stevenson dressed, but didn't play agains the Lions. Especially considering some of the Bears Man-Coverage problems. Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

(0:00) Steelers beat Ravens, Clinch AFC North, Surprised Baltimore fell short? (26:42) Aaron Rodgers dominates, Can the Steelers make a run? (39:30) What does the Browns firing Kevin Stefanski mean for Shedeur Sanders?  (46:40) Lamar Jackson's future, Should John Harbaugh and Ravens split? (01:10:37) Myles Garrett breaks sack record (01:22:30) Seahawks beat 49ers, More of a statement for Brock Purdy or Sam Darnold? (01:28:53) Bears swept by Lions, Steelers have a shot in wide-open AFC? (01:51:40) 49ers lose to Seahawks, Were the Steelers vindicated? (02:02:01) He Said, We Said (02:10:30) Is Myles Garrett the best defensive player ever? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Steelers WR DK Metcalf refusing to comment on his dustup with a Lions fan, Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon saying the sense of urgency for GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen has never been higher, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about Kevin Stefanski being the most sought after coach after getting fired by the Browns, Steelers WR DK Metcalf refusing to talk about getting suspended for wrangling with a Lions fan, Maller to the Third Degree, Maller's Mountain of Money: Marilyn Manson Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TDC Podcast topics - Happy New Year!  We're back after the long Christmas break and a lot has happened, Amy is changing things up, Mike travelled, and 3G has some news, the Lions season is over and we look forward to next year, Trump goes after Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro with a precision attack, the left freaks out of course, Venezuelan people are thrilled, Somalian fraud in Minnesota exploded over the break and now Tampon Tim Walz announces he won't be seeking reelection as Minnesota Governor, CBS News has a mission statement to be honest…good luck with that, sad news about longtime Detroit media personality Pat Caputo, and email

(0:00) Colts to retain Shane Steichen & Chris Ballard(10:00) Zac Taylor will return for 2026 season(13:00) DK Metcalf addresses the media(22:00) Tua Tagovailoa open to playing elsewhere in 2026(27:00) Super Bowl odds(32:00) Dan Campbell grades himself an “F” for 2025 season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Valenti and Rico discuss the most important moves the Lions have to make this offseason.

97.1 The Ticket presents a selection of conversations about the Lions' win over the Bears in the season finale and the offseason outlook from Costa & Jansen with Heather, Karsch & Anderson, and The Valenti Show.

Valenti and Rico covered a bunch of NFL breaking news in the final hour.

Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with their takes on the Pistons' bashing of the Knicks and how much stock they're putting into the result in January. They spent a few segments talking Lions and what bold moves they need to make this offseason before recycling all of today's topics in the final hour while reacting to the firings of John Morton and John Harbaugh.

Mike and Rico break down the Lions' unsurprising move to get rid of OC John Morton after only one season.

Mike and Rico shifted to some Lions talk in the second hour.

The guys continue their Lions' offseason plans discussion.

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Separating fact from fear after the Packers' meaningless Week 18 loss to the Vikings—Ryan and the callers break down what actually matters heading into playoff football against the Bears. The phone lines lit up as fans processed watching backups get steamrolled, with Clayton Tune posting negative passing yards and the offense looking completely lost without Jordan Love. But here's what has callers surprisingly optimistic: Baron Sorrell and Collin Auver flashed serious potential, the run game gashed Minnesota's "elite" defense, and most importantly—nobody of consequence got hurt (prayers up for Bo Melton's knee). Callers debate whether LaFleur finally learned his lesson about resting starters, why the "rust factor" might be completely fake according to actual data, and whether Rashaan Gary deserves to lose snaps to hungrier depth players. The consensus? It's time to remember who we are, go into Chicago, and handle business against a Bears team that just collapsed against the Lions. One thing's certain—losing to Chicago in the playoffs is simply not an option. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor recap the Bears' regular-season finale loss to the Lions, unpacking the biggest moments and evaluating how the performance sets the tone heading into the playoffs. They spotlight Colson Loveland's impact in the loss, assess the main lessons from the game, and identify encouraging signs to take away despite the disappointing result in Ruthie's "Silver Linings" segment. Later, the focus turns to a Bears-Packers Wild Card preview, breaking down the key storylines in a postseason meeting between longtime rivals. The guys then get “Wired In” with a closer look at Caleb Williams' season, including his near-4,000-yard campaign and a new Bears single-season passing mark, before wrapping up with what's trending across the NFL as the coaching turnover begins.

Detroit Lions Podcast: Season Finale Lessons and the Road Ahead First to Worst: NFC North on a Razor's Edge The Detroit Lions closed the regular season against the Bears with margins on full display. Three NFC North teams finished with nine wins, yet only one reached the postseason, aided by a tie the Packers picked up in Dallas. Small things flipped big outcomes. Halftime adjustments. A single injury. A drive-killing penalty. Details in weekly prep. The Bears carried a negative point differential for most of the year and lived off turnovers, and it still bought them extra wins and the division. In a season where the first-place team lost to the last-place team twice, the line between success and failure stayed paper thin. Offense Is Close, Even With a Battered Line Narratives say the offense slipped. The film and numbers say it's close. The Lions were top 10 and often top five in major offensive categories with John Morton calling plays, then even better with Dan Campbell. That happened while the offensive line was in shambles. In Chicago, they executed without Penei Sewell, the best tackle on the team and arguably in football. The unit needs repair. Frank Ragnow is central to putting it back together. The offseason priority is obvious: restore the front. When the line is whole, the engine of this offense runs hot, and the entire operation follows. Numbers Over Narratives on Jared Goff The Jared Goff narratives keep coming. Cold weather. Gloves. Pressure. The reality undercuts each one. He won in the cold. He wears gloves. He handles pressure. Reliability defined his year amid a decimated tight end room and a messy line. He was one of the most accurate, consistent quarterbacks in the NFL. Top five and top 10 in the categories that matter, including yards and completion percentage. He played all 17 games and never missed a snap. The discourse won't stop, but the production keeps answering it. Dan Cam, a Decker Salute, and the Road Ahead A new Dan Cam segment spotlighted Monday's messages on urgency and detail. A salute to Taylor Decker is due. He deserves it. Team PR flagged four straight winning seasons, a note that landed awkwardly as the postseason slipped away. The point is taken. Head down. Fix the line. Keep the offense intact. In a division ruled by thin margins, the Detroit Lions can turn close into control by cleaning up the smallest things. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shSDvDlTYzE #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #seasonfinalevsbears #nfcnorthmargins #dancampbellpressconference #dancamsegment #taylordeckersalute #jaredgoffunderpressure #coldweathergame #offensivelineinshambles #frankragnow #peneisewellabsence #johnmortonplaycalling #turnoversandpointdifferential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments Monday in which he reflected on his team's 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday. After that, Spiegel and Holmes wondered if Bears receiver DJ Moore could've done more to try to break up quarterback Caleb Williams' interception on a deep ball to Moore in Chicago's loss Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reflected on the Bears' turnaround season in which they went 11-6 and won the NFC North. They also broke down the Bears' 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday in their regular-season finale.

NFL Week 18. We start with the Fastest 2 Minutes and then talk every game from the weekend. (00:00:00-00:10:51) Steelers 26, Ravens 24 (00:10:51-00:17:22) Bucs 16, Panthers 14 (00:17:22-00:27:24) Seahawks 13, Niners 3 (00:27:24-00:31:56) Falcons 19, Saints 17 (00:31:56-00:45:57) Browns 20, Bengals 18 (00:45:57-00:54:40) Jaguars 41, Titans 7 (00:54:40-01:00:11) Texans 32, Colts 30 (01:00:11-01:07:50) Giants 34, Cowboys 17 (01:07:50-01:13:24) Vikings 16, Packers 3 (01:13:24-01:19:01) Lions 19, Bears 16 (01:19:01-01:32:19) Commanders 24, Eagles 17 (01:32:19-01:46:01) Rams 37, Cardinals 20 (01:46:01-01:55:54) Patriots 38, Dolphins 10 (01:55:54-02:08:49) Broncos 19, Chargers 3 (02:08:49-02:10:56) Raiders 14, Chiefs 12 (02:10:56-02:12:49) Bills 35, Jets 3 (02:12:49-02:21:34) We finish with who's back of the week. (02:21:34-02:39:46).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take