The "& Jim" Show

Big Drew and Jim break down everything associated with Mark Dantonio’s official retirement at Michigan State:

- Mark Dantonio officially announces his retirement after 13 seasons with the Spartans. Did he leave the program hanging at the wrong time? Is there something we don’t know about? Is the legal hammer coming down at MSU in the not-too-distant future?

Also, the guys go “Around the NFL” with Jeff Risdon following Super Bowl LIV, and Jeff also provides his insights on the Mark Dantonio retirement announcement.

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Big Drew and Jim recap Super Bowl LIV that featured a late Chiefs rally to upend the 49ers to capture their first Lombardi Trophy in 50 years:

- Where did it all go wrong for the 49ers?
- What was the best moment of Super Bowl LIV?
- Andy Reid-demption: Who’s the new Andy Reid for who we all want to win a championship?
- Detroit’s Super Bowl LIV consolation prize in regards to both the Lions and Tigers.
- Where does the Halftime Show rank all-time?
- Is this the start of a dynasty for the Chiefs?

Big Drew and Jim start off the show with Producer Shea’s Super Bowl pick and get into the story involving Tua Tagovailoa’s family not wanting their son drafted by Detroit and a former Lions player wanting the Lions to take Tua in the NFL Draft. Also, the guys update the latest Pistons trade buzz; discuss Jim Harbaugh’s contract situation; and dish out some Super Bowl LIV prop bets and predictions:

- Producer Shea releases his Super Bowl LIV pick that, believe it or not, agrees with Jim.
- Tua Tagovailoa’s family doesn’t want him in Detroit. Can you blame them?
- A former Lions wide receiver wants the organization to take Tua. How crazy is he?
- What are the Pistons thinking in regards to the latest trade deadline buzz?
- Jim Harbaugh still doesn’t have a contract extension. Does he eventually get one?
- Super Bowl Prop Bets and Predicitions: What are your favorite prop bets? Also, who wins Super Bowl LIV, and who gets the MVP nod?

Big Drew and Jim start the show with Big Drew’s Super Bowl pick and ponder about a potential lengthy NFL work stoppage. Also, the guys do a Super Bowl Food Draft and debate a possible scenario involving Chase Young dropping to #3 overall. Lastly, the guys give out some bold NFL statements and predictions and discuss Devin Bush’s recent comments about his college alma mater:

- Big Drew gives his Super Bowl LIV pick that agrees with Producer Fongers’ prediction from yesterday!
- Could an NFL work stoppage be worse than we think?
- Who had the best Super Bowl Food Draft?
- A fun possibility for the Lions in the NFL Draft courtesy of Jeff Risdon! If Chase Young falls to #3 overall, should the Lions take him OR trade back?
- What are your NFL bold statements and concerns for the future?
- Are Devin Bush’s recent comments about Michigan alarming?

Big Drew and Jim begin the show with Producer Fongers’ Super Bowl predicition and recap Michigan’s win at Nebraska last night. Also, the guys debate about a potential culture problem with the Lions; Barry Sanders’ love for Bo Scarbrough; the most bothersome Lions game of 2019; and Joe Montana’s advice for Tom Brady:

- Producer Fongers calls his Super Bowl LIV shot! Also, Michigan gets a victory last night to snap a four-game conference losing streak.
- What would Michigan’s record be if John Beilein were the head coach this season?
- Matt Patricia gets rave reviews after the Senior Bowl. Is there a culture problem in Detroit?
- Barry Sanders loves Bo Scarbrough, but is he the answer at running back for the Lions?
- Barry Sanders is still not over one Lions game from the past season. Are you? Which game bothers you the most?
- Joe Montana offers Tom Brady some advice. Is it good advice?

In addition, the guys go “Around the NFL” with Jeff Risdon following the Pro Bowl and his recent trip down to the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. Jeff also provides his Super Bowl LIV preview and insights.

Big Drew and Jim kick off the show with Jim’s Super Bowl pick and discuss Richard Sherman turning down the Lions’ contract offer a few years ago. Also, the guys debate who the better Lions general manager is (or was) between Martin Mayhew and Bob Quinn and discuss Philip Rivers’ departure in L.A. and Zavier Simpson’s recent suspension:

- Jim gives out his Super Bowl LIV pick and ends up COSTA LOCKING the 49ers!
- Why Richard Sherman turned down more guaranteed money from the Lions.
- Former Lions General Manager Martin Mayhew admits his biggest mistake. Was he a BETTER general manager than current General Manager Bob Quinn?
- Philip Rivers out as a member of the Chargers. What does it mean for the Lions?
- What do you expect from Michigan without Zavier Simpson in the lineup?

In addition, the guys chat with Kansas City Radio Host Alex Gold of “Cody & Gold” on 610 Sports Radio on the Chiefs perspective and San Francisco Radio Host Kyle Madson of NinersWire and 95.7 “The Game” on the 49ers perspective heading into Super Bowl LIV.

Big Drew and Jim provide their thoughts on the sudden death of Kobe Bryant and discuss Michigan basketball’s continued struggles and GVSU’s new offensive coordinator being suspended over comments made in regards to Adolf Hitler. Also, the guys briefly touch on MSU’s new lineup change:

- How did the Kobe Bryant news hit you? What was his impact on you and the game of basketball?
- The time Kobe almost became a member of the Pistons back in 2007.
- How will you remember Kobe? What are some of his best moments?
- Are you with Jim on Michigan no longer being an NCAA Tournament team?
- The significance of MSU’s lineup change yesterday at Minnesota.
- Was Morris Berger, GVSU’s new offensive coordinator, out of line with his recent comments in reference to Adolf Hitler?

Big Drew and Jim ponder a what-if regarding Matthew Stafford being the quarterback for the Chiefs and recap MSU’s loss last night at Indiana while previewing Michigan’s must-win game tomorrow against Illinois. Also, the guys debate about the BEST All-Star Game, but they can agree on one certain Super Bowl topic:

- If Matthew Stafford was the quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, are they in the Super Bowl?
- MSU loses at Indiana, while Michigan faces a must-win game at home tomorrow against Illinois
- What’s the BEST All-Star Game?
- A Super Bowl topic we can all agree on: Should it be played on a Saturday?
In addition, the guys chat with MLive’s Aaron McMann on his five burning questions for Michigan football this winter.

Big Drew and Jim discuss a story involving one NFL analyst defending Tua Tagovailoa at #3 overall to the Lions and talk about Zion Williamson’s NBA debut, Michigan basketball’s struggles, Jim’s peloton gift, and possible similarities between the 49ers and Lions:

- One NFL analyst defends drafting Tua Tagovailoa at #3 overall to the Lions. Do you side with him?
- How mesmerizing was Zion Williamson’s NBA debut last night?
- Are you worried that Michigan basketball won’t make the NCAA Tournament?
- Jim is getting his girlfriend a Peloton. Is it a bad move on his part?
- The Senior Bowl director sees similarities between the 49ers and Lions. Do you see it?