Detroit Lions Breakdown

By Erik Schlitt and Joe KaniaSports Football

Detroit Lions Breakdown episodes

January 17, 2019Episode #93: Welcome Darrell Bevell
The Lions two-week-long search for an offensive coordinator came to an end on Wednesday when news broke that they hired former Seahawks and Vikings OC Darrell Bevell. There is a lot to learn about Bevell and Erik and Joe cover it this week…
The LionsWire article on the Bevell news
Erik breaks down Bevell’s coaching career and how it evolved and adapted
What do we know about Bevell’s eye for talent? He is largely credited for identifying Russell Wilson as the quarterback he wanted in Seattle
Could adding a coach like Dave DeGuglielmo (former offensive line coach of the Colts) be in the cards for the Lions?
How long should it take for the Lions offense to learn the new system?
The Lions work searching for coordinators is not done as they are searching for a Special Teams coordinator as well
Erik rolls out important Lions offseason dates
Players are drawing interest from the Lions at East-West Shrine practices, including corner Jimmy Moreland and running back Nick Brossette
Erik lists off some Senior Bowl prospects
What tight ends the Lions may target this offseason, via trade, free agency or draft
Another TE target has emerged as Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson has declared for the draft
Can Tyrell Crosby be ready to start on the OL next season?
What is the trade value of the 8th overall pick
Bob Quinn is getting smarter with his trade moves
Would the Lions be interested in trading for an established player if they had to deal away a Day 2 pick?
Could the Lions pick a guard at Pick 8 if T.J. Lang retires?
Who Erik thinks could be the Lions 3rd round sleeper, similar to Kenny Golladay and Tracy Walker?
The Lions head into free agency and the draft with an estimated $36 million in cap space
Who might the Lions be targeting in free agency at RB?
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January 11, 2019 Episode #92: The OC search continues
The latest episode of the Detroit Lions Breakdown Podcast is now available. This week the guys focus on the offensive coordinator search and take listeners questions.
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January 05, 2019 Episode #91: Farewell Jim Bob Cooter
The Latest episode of the Detroit Lions Breakdown Podcast, Episode #91: the offensive Coordinator search begins, is now available.
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December 28, 2018 Episode #90: Week 17 Packers Preview
The latest episode of Detroit Lions Breakdown Podcast is now available, this week the guys preview the Week 17 game against the Packers.
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December 21, 2018Episode #89: Week 16 Preview vs Vikings
Any hopes of making the playoffs were ultimately crushed this past Sunday as the Lions suffered a 14-13 loss at the hands of the Buffalo Bills. This Sunday, the Lions host the Vikings and will look to avenge their loss back in November in Minneapolis, or at least hold their defense to less than 10 sacks.
Kerryon Johnson will end his season on injured reserve
Da’Shawn Hand also find his way to injured reserve
Jamal Agnew activated from injured reserve to the active roster
Injury report: Damon Harrison is not a lock to play Sunday
Lions promote nose tackle John Atkins to the active roster
Darius Slay is again a Pro Bowler, Quandre Diggs an alternate
3 positive takeaways from the loss to the Bills
Kenny Golladay had a first of hopefully many career games
Golladay on PFF’s Team of the Week
Bad special teams play costs the Lions the game
Week 15 snap counts
Week 15: By the Numbers
Vegas favors the Vikings by 5.5
Has Kerry Hyder underachieved in 2018?
Where does Tyrell Crosby fit in the offensive line in 2019?
How has Coach Matt Patricia given Lions fans reasons for optimism?
What positions might the Lions target in free agency and the draft?
Speculate who may be a top free agency target on both sides of the ball.
What defensive position in the draft could have the biggest immediate impact?
What’s the highest and lowest draft pick the Lions could end up with?
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December 21, 2018 Episode #89: Week 16 Vikings Preview
The latest episode of Detroit Lions Breakdown Podcast is now available, this week the guys preview the Week 16 game against the Vikings.
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December 15, 2018 Episode #88: Week 15 Bills Preview
The Lions got back on the winning train with a 17-3 victory over the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday in the slop at State Farm Stadium. This week the Lions look to make it two in a row (to the chagrin of a portion of the fanbase) against the Buffalo Bills in what looks to be a benign weather Sunday for upstate New York in December.
Ezekiel Ansah and Michael Robertscall it a seasonLions injury report: 5 players ruled OUTWhat is in store for Tyrell Crosby who is expected to get his first career start at right tackle on SundayJerome Cunningham and Leo Kolomatangi join the active rosterNew faces to the practice squad: Joshua Frazier, Jarron Jones, Jonathan Wynn and Salesi Uhatafe.Jamil Demby was claimed off the practice squad by the Rams and Deontez Alexander was waivedTakeaways from the Arizona Cardinals gameStuds and Duds from Week 14Week 14 Snap CountsDarius Slay was the NFC Defensive Player of the Week and also received Lions Wire's Player of the Game awardJarrad Davis recognized by the NFL, they like his proper tackling techniqueJoe begrudgingly agreesto talk about the Lions Playoff odds and what they need to do to get inPreviewing the Buffalo BillsVegas Watch: Lions are 2.5 point underdogsIf the Lions could steal a Bill, who would it be?Bills injury reportWhich Lions running back will have the best day in Buffalo?Has Theo Riddick seen his best days as a receiver?Which running backs will be back in 2019?The defense is now ranked 11th in yards allowed, where have they improved the most?Will the Lions give Tracy Walker time at corner or could he possibly play over Glover Quin?Does Jalen Reeves-Maybin fit the defensive scheme?Where do the Lions sit with the news that the NFL salary cap is expanding.Why the Lions may not use their salary cap space on retaining their free agentsWho are some current players general manager Bob Quinn may consider extending this offseason?Tanking vs not tanking debateA look back at last years favorite draft targets and where they are in their rookie seasons
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December 06, 2018 Episode #87: Week 14 Cardinals Preview
The Lions fought valiantly on Sunday, but late game mistakes ultimately cost them in losing to LA Rams 30-16. This week the Lions look to bounce back as they travel out to the desert to take on the struggling, but coach-killing, Arizona Cardinals.
Lengthy Lions injury report
LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin to injured reserve
Eric Lee now on the 53-man roster
Should the Lions shut down Kerryon Johnson?
The Rams game
Week 13 snap counts
Week 13: By the Numbers
The making of Taylor Deckers touchdown
Damon Harrison leads the class in PFF grades
Lions interior offensive line struggled mightily against the Rams
Lions once again falter late
Previewing the Cards
Vegas favors the Lions by 2.5, first favoring in weeks
Will the Lions have a similar defensive game plan against the Cardinals?
Will we see more Zach Zenner?
Will the younger players start getting more time late in the year?
Who is to blame for the Lions conservative offensive play calling?
Who will replace Jim Bob Cooter talk
The guys reference Chris Burke of the Athletic's potential offensive coordinator replacement list (subscription required).
Can the Lions fix their problems in one offseason?
Lions biggest needs heading into the offseason
Lions are currently slotted to pick 5th
Mock Draft projections to the Lions in Week 14
Who are the ideal fits at the top of the draft for Coach Matt Patricia's scheme?
Should the Lions consider moving Jarrad Davis to another linebacker position?
Is there a height threshold for Lions linebackers?
Could the Lions potentially consider drafting a corner in the first round?
Is interior defensive line off the table after the success of Harrison, A'Shawn Robinson and Da'Shawn Hand?
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November 30, 2018 Episode #86: Week 13 Rams Preview
The Lions served up a late-game disaster on Turkey Day, allowing the Bears to use two late turnovers to boost the holiday cheer of their fans back in Chicago. The Lions look to pick up the pieces this week against the 10-1 Rams who are fresh off a byeweek. Erik and Joe slowly start looking towards the future in this episode.
As always, the injury report
Marvin Jones on injured reserve
Jamal Agnew returns to practice, off injured reserve
Marcus Cooper is the latest claim
Nic Grigsby now on the active roster
Eric Lee is back, signed to the practice squad
The visit by Don Careywas short
Lions not interested in Reuben Fosteror his baggage
Takeaways from the Thanksgiving game
The Lions by the Numbers
Offensive weaponsare lacking for the Lions
Reviewing the Lions Week 12 snap counts, Mike Ford is here to stay
Los Angeles Rams Preview
The Rams are heavily favored
Rams passing game coordinator, Shane Waldron, could be a replacement at offensive coordinator if the Lions move on from Jim Bob Cooter
Who could fill the Lions void at slot wide receiver moving forward?
What are the expectations for Agnew once he returns?
Should the Lions be scouting running backs in the draft?
How deep is this year's EDGE draft class?
Which top linebackers fit from this draft class?
Are the Lions an appealing destination for free agents?
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November 21, 2018Episode #85: Week 12 Bears Preview
The Lions emerged with a hard fought 20-19 win over the Carolina Panthers with a little bit of help from lady luck along the way. This Erik and Joe preview the Lions 2nd matchup in 3 weeks against the Chicago Bears which also happens to fall on Thanksgiving Day.
Lions injuries are still high, but the news isn’t as bad as it could be
Marvin Jones had more doctors look at his knee
Kerryon Johnson will not need surgery
Reviewing the win over the Panthers last Sunday
Lions bring back Don Carey, waive Eric Lee
Player of the Game: Kenny Golladay
Studs and Duds from Week 11
Examining the Lions Week 11 victory: By the Numbers
Darius Slay and the radar gun behind his tackle
Tracy Walker is top Lions defender in Week 11 according to PFF
Mike Ford’s rookie debut
The special teams were better on Sunday
Thanksgiving preview against the Chicago Bears
Lions, once again, not favored in Vegas
Mitchell Trubisky’s status is still unknown for Thursday
Can the Lions pass defense improve?
How will Lions coaches adjust after last game against Bears?
Who will see the workload in Kerryon’s absence?
LeGarrette Blount’s month of struggles
Offensive line inconsistency
Should offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter get more credit than he does?
Why aren’t the Lions using Brandon Powell?
Is Kenny Wiggins getting better?
Why isn’t Tavon Wilson getting more acknowledgment?
Is there a path to a 9-7 record?
Special thanks to JJ Stringer and Grimass for the 5-star reviews!
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