Football is back, and Sean Baligian kicks off this Off The Air with a timeless question: "Death not an option, are you choosing College Football Saturday or NFL Sunday?" Sean dives into the traditions, the all-day Saturday ritual of tailgates, breakfasts, and game day coverage, while also weighing the dominance of the NFL—especially with the Lions’ rising success.

Along the way, he shares personal stories from broadcasting, talks high school football, debates fantasy football’s grip on fans, and even reflects on 30 years in the business. From bacon-in-the-oven hacks to college football rivalries, this episode is part sports talk, part life talk, and pure Sean.

Grab a cider, fire up the grill, and get ready for kickoff—it’s football season on Off The Air!

From “false fall” weather to win-total predictions for the Lions, Michigan, and Michigan State, Sean Baligian dives deep into preseason optimism, cautionary tales, and why “Crazy Month” always changes the outlook.

He breaks down Jared Goff’s pressure problem, the Lions’ revamped defense, and why he’s calling for 12–5 and a division crown. On the college side, Sean and listeners preview Michigan’s season, question MSU’s bowl hopes, and share hot takes on Bryce Underwood, Miami as a playoff dark horse, and the Big Ten’s playoff path.

Whether you’re a Lions diehard or a college football fanatic, this episode captures the excitement of the season’s kickoff — with Sean’s trademark humor, honesty, and a few “slapd*ck” confessions along the way.

Sean Baligian dives into a jam-packed episode of Off The Air. The Detroit Tigers make a statement with a sweep of the Astros, sparking playoff buzz at 99.9% odds. Sean breaks down what the sweep means for the Tigers’ postseason chances, why football still reigns supreme in Detroit, and how preseason NFL games pale in comparison to the excitement of college football’s Week Zero. From cider mill traditions to Lions rivalries, Stafford debates, and Red Wings nostalgia, Sean blends sports passion with fan perspective in this lively, wide-ranging conversation.

Sean Baligian dives deep into the long-overdue retirement of Sergei Fedorov’s number by the Red Wings and the irony of it happening against Carolina. He shares personal stories from his time covering hockey, debates whether this move is about honoring greatness or pacifying a restless fan base, and recalls his infamous Lemieux vs. Fedorov argument.

From Red Wings nostalgia to the state of the current rebuild, Sean doesn’t hold back on what’s really driving Detroit’s decisions. Plus, the Lions fight song, YouTube rabbit holes, Tigers playoff ceilings, and a few laughs about jerseys, Crocs, and even Enrique Iglesias music videos.

If you’re a Detroit sports fan, buckle up—this episode is equal parts history, hot takes, and hilarity.

With just ten days until college football kicks off, Sean Baligian dives into an electric Week 1 slate, shares why August is “crazy month” for fans, and breaks down the Detroit Lions’ fired-up mindset heading into the season. Plus, the Tigers notch another series win, Sean sizes up the AL Central race, and we get a preview of Saturday’s big Woodward Sports BBQ and watch party. Packed with football talk, baseball takes, and plenty of laughs, this episode is a must-listen for Detroit sports fans.

On this sweltering solo edition of Off The Air, Sean Baligian swaps the grill for the A/C, reminisces about playing outside all day as kids, and wonders how we ever survived without sunscreen or central air. From hose water nostalgia to heated rivalries, Sean tackles everything from summer misery to Michigan–Michigan State banter, why some fans take things way too far, and the art of knowing when to keep quiet. Plus, thoughts on the Lions’ depth, college football’s championship-or-bust mindset, and why the Big Ten vs. SEC debate might be shifting. All that, with a side of sausage sampler stories and a countdown to kickoff.

Sean Baligian returns with a passionate, funny, and occasionally sentimental look at all things football. He rips into the NFL preseason (while still watching every minute), shares his excitement from KLAA High School Football Media Day, and reflects on the rise of Michigan prep football. Along the way, he tells classic stories, like berating Bucky Richardson at the Silverdome. There’s talk of the Lions' Super Bowl-or-bust mindset, the Tigers’ collapse, and the dream of calling a bowl game. It’s an episode packed with honesty, nostalgia, and the kind of football banter only Sean can deliver.

With the Tigers' divisional lead rapidly vanishing, Sean dives deep into Detroit's late-summer collapse and asks the question we’re all thinking: are they really going to blow this? From Riley Green’s alarming strikeout pace to Jack Flaherty’s Jekyll-and-Hyde act on the mound, Sean holds nothing back.

It’s unfiltered, unrelenting, and unmistakably Sean. All that, plus RedZone rants, Dylan Larkin debates, and a tribute to Fantasy Geekly days gone by.

Sean Baligian is fired up and unfiltered in this passionate post-trade deadline episode. From bullpen meltdowns to front office letdowns, Sean rips into the Tigers’ inaction at the deadline, calling out the prospect hoarders and questioning the long-term vision of the organization. He revisits the ghosts of Tigers prospects past and goes toe-to-toe with the “Trust the Process” crowd.

In between rants, Sean calls for a reality check: this division is weak, the moment is now, and waiting for 2027 to contend isn’t a plan—it’s an excuse. With sharp critiques of Chris Ilitch and Scott Harris, plus plenty of love for fans like Todd, Mike Bochenek, and his son, Sean channels decades of Detroit baseball heartbreak into a must-hear monologue.

And yes, the Lions' preseason opener means absolutely nothing. Pour a Diet Mountain Dew and rum, and let’s go Off The Air.

Sean Baligian returns with a spirited midweek edition of Off The Air, urging Lions fans to pump the brakes on preseason hype. From overanalyzing meaningless exhibition games to reliving the infamous “dress rehearsal” fallacy, Sean reminds us that these games are more about survival than strategy.

But it’s not all gridiron caution—there’s love for the red-hot Tigers, a Paddack-induced mea culpa, and a healthy dose of Riley Greene mustache magic. Plus, Sean gets real about Tigers ownership, trade deadline expectations, and why keeping Tarik Skubal is a must.

Along the way, we go deep on M.E.A.T.A. lore, Mongolian BBQ memories, and why prospects are just "adorable magic beans" unless proven otherwise.