Big Drew and Jim discuss their faith in the Lions regime and breakdown possible replacements for Kerryon Johnson. Also, the guys talk about the “total crap” rumors surrounding Jim Harbaugh and dive into the current sad state of Michigan sports:

- Does the Quandre Diggs trade cause you to doubt the Lions regime?
- What are some possible solutions to replace Kerryon Johnson?
- Do you wish the Jim Harbaugh rumors weren’t “total crap”?
- Can we catch a sports break? What bad news regarding Michigan sports is causing you the most stress?

In addition, Detroit News’ Rod Beard came on the show to give his preview of this year’s Detroit Pistons team.

Ben Simon - Grand Rapids Griffins Head Coach

Big Drew and Jim recap last night’s Patriots throttling of the Jets on Monday Night Football and break down the latest College Football Top Ten for Jim and Producer Shea. Also, the guys dive into Michigan being an early favorite against Notre Dame and talk about a couple of big Lions moves:

- The Patriots’ defensive blueprint on Monday Night Football: Is that what it’s supposed to look like?
- College Football Top Ten: “CPI vs. NPI” (Costa Power Index vs. Norling Power Index). Do you agree with Jim and Producer Shea’s rankings?
- Should Michigan be a favorite on Saturday against Notre Dame?
- What do the Lions do running back now with Kerryon Johnson landing on IR following knee surgery?
- Quandre Diggs gets dealt to the Seahawks. Did the Lions make a good move?

In addition, LionsWire’s Jeff Risdon jumps on the show to go “Around the NFL” following Week #7 of the NFL regular season.

Big Drew and Jim recap Michigan’s loss at Penn State Saturday night and the Lions getting trampled by the Vikings on Sunday:

- The Lions’ defense is a mess. What can be done to fix it?
- A very Matthew Stafford game. Is his 40,000-yard milestone poetic?
- Are there no moral victories for Jim Harbaugh in Year #5?
- Is Ronnie Bell fair game after his fourth quarter end zone drop?
- Is Matt Patricia’s seat getting hot?

Also, The Big Lead’s Kyle Koster joins the show to provide his takes on the Lions organization following another loss on Sunday.

Jim and Adam Jaksa talk about Juwan Howard’s first five-star recruit at Michigan and preview the upcoming weekend matchups between Michigan-Penn State and Vikings-Lions:

- Juwan Howard snags his first five-star in recruiting. Will this start a domino effect for Michigan?
- Will it be “Classic Lions” on Sunday against the Vikings at home? Do you believe in them?
- Jim is sad that Michigan won’t give Penn State much of a game on Saturday night. Do you agree with him?
- An explanation for why Michigan is so bad in ranked road games.
- The guys don’t think it’s going to be close on Saturday night. Are the correct in that assumption?

Also, MLive’s Ben Raven drops on the show to give his thoughts on the Lions’ upcoming matchup at home against Minnesota on Sunday.

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Big Drew and Jim discuss MSU’s recent problem with the transfer portal and break down LeBron’s comments on the China situation; Michigan’s chances at Penn State; and Lions fans needing to move on to the Vikings:

- Does MSU have a transfer portal problem?
- Even Jim can’t defend “King LeBron.” Was LeBron James out of line with his comments on the NBA’s situation with China?
- Does Michigan stand ANY chance at Penn State on Saturday night?
- It’s time for Lions fans to move forward to the Vikings. Do you agree?

Also, MLive’s Aaron McMann joins the show to provide his thoughts on the Michigan-Penn State matchup and how the Wolverines are looking going into Saturday night.

Big Drew and Jim break down the NFL’s apology to the Lions about the officiating on Monday night and recap Jalen Ramsey being traded to the Rams. Also, the guys give the Lions’ possible season outlook at 2-2-1 and discuss the story involving Myles Garrett getting punched in the face by a random stranger:

- Does the NFL’s apology to the Lions make you feel any better? Do you accept their apology?
- Should the Lions have matched the Jalen Ramsey offer? Are the Rams making a mistake?
- Is this year’s Lions team a GOOD football team?
- Which NFL player that’s currently playing do you not want to punch in the face?

Matthew Ford - Griffins Forward & Captain

Big Drew and Jim chat with Dr. Angela Andrews, Doctor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Mercy Health.