The "& Jim" Show

THE PICKS - WEEK #10

Big Drew and Jim recap Game 7 of the World Series that includes the entire 2014 Tigers rotation now having a ring and discuss Blake Griffin’s upcoming return to action. Also, the guys dive into new comments made by Darius Slay about his future and talk about breaking news regarding Joe Bachie and Warren De La Salle High School:

- The entire 2014 Tigers rotation now has a ring. How does that make you feel?
- Blake Griffin is on his way back to the lineup. How do you feel about load management?
- Is Darius Slay a cornerstone piece? Do you build around him on defense?
- The Big Ten suspends Joe Bachie after a failed random drug test. Has he played his last game at MSU?
- Warren De La Salle cancels the remainder of its football season after hazing among varsity football players.

Also, Maize n Brew’s Anthony Broome comes on the show to talk some Michigan football and basketball! Lastly, in honor of Halloween happening today, what are your TOP THREE Halloween candies?

Big Drew and Jim recap the controversy during Game 6 of the World Series and provide a brief preview of tonight’s Game 7. Also, the guys break down the NCAA’s step forward towards paying college athletes and the possible “con-job” that is the current Matt Patricia era in Detroit:

- Justin Verlander is now 0-6 all-time in the World Series. Does it change how you think about him?
- World Series Game 6 controversy: Was it the right call?
- Paying college athletes closer to reality. Do you think the NCAA will stand by their word?
- Is the Matt Patricia era a “con-job”?
- Is the Tigers’ biggest mistake on the mound tonight?

Matt Puempel - Griffins Forward

Big Drew and Jim recap the “snoozer” that was today’s NFL Trade Deadline, especially for the Lions, and dive further into Michigan’s win on Saturday night against Notre Dame that leads into where the program sits heading into the final weeks of the regular season:

- Do the Lions need to be buyers at the trade deadline?
- Dinner table conversation: Jim and Producer Shea’s updated College Football Top Ten Rankings.
- Should Michigan fans be downplaying Saturday night’s win against Notre Dame?
- NFL Trade Deadline fallout: Why was it such a “snoozer” this year?
- What clicked for Michigan on Saturday night? Why did it take seven games?
- Has Michigan found a new identity on offense?
- The poll question yesterday says a lot about where the Michigan program is right now. Do you agree?

Also, the guys go “Around the NFL” with LionsWire’s Jeff Risdon following Week #8 of the NFL’s regular season and the quiet NFL Trade Deadline.

Big Drew and Jim recap MSU’s post-Bye Week blunder at home against Penn State; Michigan’s thumping of Notre Dame; and the Lions squeezing past the Giants at home to get to 3-3-1:

- “Pride came before the fall”: Does MSU need sweeping changes on their coaching staff?
- Did Michigan show their “resolve and swagger” too late?
- Take a ride on the Lions’ emotional roller coaster! Who’s joining?
- What do you think the Lions should do at the NFL Trade Deadline?

Also, MLive’s Kyle Meinke comes on the show to discuss the latest Lions news and tell a story that involves the great Jason Hanson.

Big Drew and Jim quickly recap the Pistons' first loss of the season last night to the Hawks and preview the Lions' "gut check" game on Sunday against the Giants. Also, the guys break down Golden Tate's recent comments on Matthew Stafford and give their confidence rankings in Michigan, MSU, and Lions this weekend:

- The Pistons lose for the first time this season last night against Atlanta.
- The guys clarify Darius Slay's recent comments on the NFL and Quandre Diggs trade. What's his future in Detroit?
- Lions "Gut Check" Sunday: Can you assume a Lions win against the Giants?
- Golden Tate says Matthew Stafford would have a couple rings if he played elsewhere. Do you agree with him?
- Who do you feel most confident about this weekend: Michigan (vs. Notre Dame), MSU (vs. Penn State), or Lions (vs. Giants)?

Also, MLive's Ben Raven joins the show to preview Giants-Lions and discuss the latest Lions news after a busy week of happenings within the organization.

THE PICKS - WEEK #9

Big Drew and Jim were LIVE from Grand Valley State University recapping the Pistons' season-opening win at Indiana and talking about the biggest thing in the Notre Dame-Michigan game; favorites to win this season's NBA Championship; Mark Dantonio's potential bonus:

- The Pistons have "Guns and Roses," and Big Drew sings a Pistons parody. How many wins for them this season?
- What's the biggest thing to watch for in Saturday night's Notre Dame-Michigan game?
- "NB-Shea": How many teams can win the NBA Championship this season?
- Is Derrick Rose the Pistons' #1 point guard already? Who are other breakout candidates overall?
- You have to reset the way you think about MSU the rest of the season. What are your thoughts?
- Darius Slay goes on a rant about the NFL and Quandre Diggs trade. Is he out of line?

Also, the Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari drops on the show to talk about Penn State-MSU and Mark Dantonio's upcoming large bonus if he stays on long enough in East Lansing, and GVSU Football Head Coach Matt Mitchell pops by the show to talk some NBA and Lakers football.

Big Drew's Pistons parody entitled, "Every Rose Has Its Luke."