Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell strips offensive coordinator John Morton of play-calling duties and takes over himself from the sideline. The result? A dominant 44-22 road victory over the Washington Commanders with over 500 yards of total offense.

Matt Dery breaks down Campbell's bold coaching move and how it sparked an offensive explosion. Jared Goff threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns without a sack or interception. Jahmyr Gibbs erupted for 172 total yards and three scores after managing just 30 yards the previous week. Jameson Williams posted his best game of the season with 119 receiving yards. The offensive line, led by Penei Sewell and Taylor Decker, dominated after being called out for their Minnesota performance. Dery also delivers scathing criticism of the Fox broadcast team and previews the crucial Sunday night showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Tune in for the complete breakdown of Campbell's play-calling takeover and what it means for the Lions' playoff push. #firstlisten  

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The Lions head to Washington on Sunday and Dan Campbell sees the offense turning it around. The Head Coach is very confident his team is making one "tweak" and will have it rolling against the struggling Commanders. Matt Dery breaks down what this Sunday means for the offense and certainly OC Johnny Morton. Lions also trying to get to 6-3 and they are facing a banged up Washington outfit.  

Also, Matt goes over the injury report for Sunday, which includes another game missed for Kerby Joseph at Safety. Why is Washington struggling so much? And we have a Call of the Day. #firstlisten  

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Detroit Lions hit the road to take on the Washington Commanders in pivotal road test. Detroit Lions have lost two of their last three games and are in need of a bounce back performance. Locked On Lions Squad Show discusses the matchup and other Detroit Lions storylines. 

Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta.

Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on to coach for 11 years in the NFL. A Graduate and 3 1/2-year starter at TE for the University of Southern California, Bradford’s 11-year NFL playing career included stops with the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Detroit Lions, and Buffalo Bills.

Banta’s 11-year NFL coaching career primarily on Special Teams and

defense included time with the Detroit Lions, Washington Redskins, and New Orleans Saints.

Bradford also brings a resume with 5-years of College coaching career primarily on Special Teams and offense with Tennessee-Chattanooga and the University of Michigan.

Natalie Kerwin is a sports broadcaster and host with FanDuel Sports Network. Kerwin hosts the pre & postgame shows for the Detroit Pistons official team broadcasts as well as sideline reporting with the network. A graduate of Michigan State University, Kerwin is a Michigan girl through-and-through and the definition of a Detroit Sports fanatic! 

Jake Riepma is a sports talk radio host and on-air personality formerly with 97.1 The Ticket - the flagship radio station for the Detroit Lions. Riepma formerly held roles on the Detroit Lions postgame show as well as other hosting roles with the Detroit Red Wings, Pistons & Tigers on the radio side of things before accepting a hosting role with 105.3 The Fan in Dallas. 

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Green Bay Packers 5-1-1

Chicago Bears 4-3

Minnesota Vikings 3-4

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Detroit Lions Regular Season Schedule: 

Week 1: Sunday, Sept. 7 Detroit Lions @ Green Bay Packers L 27-13

Week 2: Sunday, Sept. 14 Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears W 52-21

Week 3: Monday Sept. 22 Detroit Lions @ Baltimore Ravens W 38-30

Week 4: Sunday, Sept. 28 Detroit Lions vs. Cleveland Browns W 34-10

Week 5: Sunday, Oct. 5 Detroit Lions @ Cincinnati Bengals  W 37-24

Week 6: Sunday, Oct. 12 Detroit Lions @ Kansas City Chiefs L 30-17

Week 7: Monday, Oct. 19 Detroit Lions vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers W 24-9

Week 8: BYE 

Week 9: Sunday, Nov. 2 Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings L 27-24

Week 10: Sunday, Nov. 9 Detroit Lions @ Washington Commanders 

Week 11: Sunday, Nov. 16 Detroit Lions @ Philadelphia Eagles 

Week 12: Sunday, Nov. 23 Detroit Lions vs. New York Giants 

Week 13:Thursday, Nov. 27 Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers 

Week 14: Thursday, Dec. 4 Detroit Lions vs. Dallas Cowboys 

Week 15: Sunday, Dec. 14 Detroit Lions @ Los Angeles Rams

Week 16: Sunday, Dec. 21 Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

Week 17: Monday, Dec. 25 Detroit Lions @ Minnesota Vikings 

Week 18: TBD Detroit Lions @ Chicago Bears 

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Matt Dery and David Harrison preview the Lions and the Commanders in a massive game for both teams. The Lions try to solve their O Line problems against a Washington club that has many issues. Commanders extremely banged up and without their franchise QB. Detroit trying to avenge last year's playoff loss to the Commandos. The guys have the key matchups as well as top storylines. #firstlisten  

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The Detroit Lions are dealing with injuries and poor performance on their Offensive Line. Today, Dan Campbell intimated that veteran Trystan Colon could be an option at Center on Sunday when the Lions travel to Washington, with Graham Glasgow maybe moving to Guard. Colon has only started 4 career games in 5 years at Center, but the team has seen some struggles lately at that spot. Also, "Big Flu" Andre Fluellen, a former Lions D Tackle, joins us on the show. Flu talks about the 2025 team as well as his numerous stops in Detroit. How many times did the team sign him? Andre tells us. A great chat with a former Lion. #firstlisten  

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Detroit Lions face harsh criticism for sitting idle at the NFL trade deadline while contenders like Philadelphia, Indianapolis, and Dallas made aggressive roster upgrades. With Frank Ragnow retired, Taylor Decker battling injuries, and Graham Glasgow struggling at center, did Brad Holmes miss a crucial opportunity to bolster the offensive line?

Matt Dery breaks down the Lions' puzzling inactivity, Dan Campbell's comments on trade strategy, and why the team is now considering practice squad players instead of proven starters. The discussion covers offensive line regression over the past three games, Hendon Hooker's release from Carolina's practice squad, and the upcoming road test against Washington. A passionate caller delivers a fiery rant about the team's lack of aggression and questions whether Detroit has what it takes for a deep playoff run.

Tune in for an unfiltered analysis of the Lions' championship window and whether their conservative approach will cost them when it matters most. #firstlisten  

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Detroit Lions face offensive line crisis after crushing Vikings loss. Can Brad Holmes make a big move before trade deadline?

Matt Dery breaks down the Lions' disappointing 27-24 home defeat to Minnesota, analyzing why the 5-3 record still keeps playoff hopes alive despite poor execution across all phases. The discussion covers Christian Mahogany's significant leg injury that will sideline him "a while," offensive coordinator John Morton's failure to adjust against Minnesota's blitz, and alarming third-down conversion statistics showing the Lions at just 30.6% over four games—their worst stretch since 2022.

Key topics include Pro Football Focus grades revealing widespread struggles from normally reliable players like Alim McNeil and Amik Robertson, the upcoming must-win road game against Washington's injury-depleted Commanders, and urgent trade deadline targets. Dery identifies potential offensive line acquisitions including Kevin Zeitler, Wyatt Teller, and Evan Brown, emphasizing that Brad Holmes must act aggressively before the 4 PM deadline to protect Detroit's Super Bowl window.

Will the Lions front office make the necessary moves to shore up their struggling offensive line and keep championship aspirations alive?

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Detroit Lions lose to Minnesota Vikings 27-24. Sam LaPorta had a big day receiving including 6 receptions for 97 yards and a touchdown, but other than LaPorta’s big day, Detroit Lions offense was held in check by the Minnesota Vikings defense. JJ McCarthy threw for two touchdowns and ran for another as the former University of Michigan quarterback helped lead his team to a big road win. 

Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta.

Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on to coach for 11 years in the NFL. A Graduate and 3 1/2-year starter at TE for the University of Southern California, Bradford’s 11-year NFL playing career included stops with the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Detroit Lions, and Buffalo Bills.

Banta’s 11-year NFL coaching career primarily on Special Teams and

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Bradford also brings a resume with 5-years of College coaching career primarily on Special Teams and offense with Tennessee-Chattanooga and the University of Michigan.

Natalie Kerwin is a sports broadcaster and host with FanDuel Sports Network. Kerwin hosts the pre & postgame shows for the Detroit Pistons official team broadcasts as well as sideline reporting with the network. A graduate of Michigan State University, Kerwin is a Michigan girl through-and-through and the definition of a Detroit Sports fanatic! 

Jake Riepma is a sports talk radio host and on-air personality formerly with 97.1 The Ticket - the flagship radio station for the Detroit Lions. Riepma formerly held roles on the Detroit Lions postgame show as well as other hosting roles with the Detroit Red Wings, Pistons & Tigers on the radio side of things before accepting a hosting role with 105.3 The Fan in Dallas. 

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Green Bay Packers 5-1-1

Chicago Bears 4-3

Minnesota Vikings 3-4

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Detroit Lions Regular Season Schedule: 

Week 1: Sunday, Sept. 7 Detroit Lions @ Green Bay Packers L 27-13

Week 2: Sunday, Sept. 14 Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears W 52-21

Week 3: Monday Sept. 22 Detroit Lions @ Baltimore Ravens W 38-30

Week 4: Sunday, Sept. 28 Detroit Lions vs. Cleveland Browns W 34-10

Week 5: Sunday, Oct. 5 Detroit Lions @ Cincinnati Bengals  W 37-24

Week 6: Sunday, Oct. 12 Detroit Lions @ Kansas City Chiefs L 30-17

Week 7: Monday, Oct. 19 Detroit Lions vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers W 24-9

Week 8: BYE 

Week 9: Sunday, Nov. 2 Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings L 27-24

Week 10: Sunday, Nov. 9 Detroit Lions @ Washington Commanders 

Week 11: Sunday, Nov. 16 Detroit Lions @ Philadelphia Eagles 

Week 12: Sunday, Nov. 23 Detroit Lions vs. New York Giants 

Week 13:Thursday, Nov. 27 Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers 

Week 14: Thursday, Dec. 4 Detroit Lions vs. Dallas Cowboys 

Week 15: Sunday, Dec. 14 Detroit Lions @ Los Angeles Rams

Week 16: Sunday, Dec. 21 Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

Week 17: Monday, Dec. 25 Detroit Lions @ Minnesota Vikings 

Week 18: TBD Detroit Lions @ Chicago Bears 

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Detroit Lions suffer stunning 27-24 home upset to Minnesota Vikings as 8.5-point favorites, exposing critical flaws across all three phases. What went wrong for a team that looked dominant just weeks ago?

Matt Dery breaks down the Lions' worst performance of the season, highlighting catastrophic special teams breakdowns, offensive line communication failures, and questionable play-calling from coordinator John Morton. The analysis covers Jared Goff's struggles against Brian Flores' blitz packages, the interior line's collapse against Minnesota's stunts and twists, and a season-high 10 penalties that derailed drives. Key discussions include the offense's puzzling refusal to target Jameson Williams deep despite his explosive ability, Jake Bates' blocked field goal, and Myles Rice's 61-yard kick return that sparked Minnesota's momentum. Bright spots emerge with Terrion Arnold's clutch interception and Williams' 37-yard touchdown, but the overall execution raises serious questions about Detroit's championship aspirations.

Discover why this loss demands immediate adjustments. #firstlisten 

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Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton publicly admits he "failed" Jameson Williams after the receiver managed just 17 catches through seven games. Can accountability and patience transform Williams into the weapon Detroit needs for their playoff push?

Matt Dery breaks down Morton's surprising admission and Williams' mature response, Aidan Hutchinson's massive four-year, $180 million extension that cements Detroit's culture shift, and potential trade deadline targets including Saints edge rusher Cam Jordan and Bengals cornerback DJ Turner. The discussion covers the Lions' injury-depleted secondary heading into Sunday's matchup against Minnesota's Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, plus sharp criticism of Chicago's decision to sign former Lion Chauncey Gardner-Johnson.

Key topics include the Vikings' offensive threats with JJ McCarthy back under center, Detroit's nearly $1 billion investment in homegrown talent, and why this organization has completely transformed from the Matt Millen era.

Tune in for insider analysis on Detroit's path to sustained success and a bold prediction for Sunday's NFC North showdown. #firstlisten 

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