The "& Jim" Show

THE PICKS - WEEK #6

Big Drew and Jim talk about Jim’s Madden game; basketball expectations for Michigan and MSU; the Big Ten possibly being the BEST football conference in the country; and Tom Izzo’s validation:

- Jim brags about his Madden game last night at Big E’s and decides to give back to “his people.”
- What are the expectations this season for both Michigan and MSU?
- What’s the biggest Lions surprise through the first quarter of the season?
- The guys make a case that the Big Ten Conference is the BEST football in the country. Do you agree with it?
- Does Tom Izzo have to win a national championship this season?

Also, Chris Solari of the Detroit Free Press comes on the show to talk about Saturday’s MSU-Ohio State matchup under the lights and expectations this season for Tom Izzo’s bunch.

Big Drew and Jim speak with MassMutual MidMichigan General Agent Mark Keating.

Big Drew and Jim break down some potential college football upsets with some local flavor and dive into California saying “Game On” when it comes to paying college athletes. Also, the guys talk Griffins and Red Wings outlooks; counting out MSU this weekend; believing in Michigan on Saturday; and who’s in for a bigger beat down on Saturday:

- College football upsets with some local flavor. Who’s on upset alert this weekend?
- California says “Game On.” Should college athletes get paid?
- Is this a clear sign that the Red Wings won’t be good this year with the Grand Rapids Griffins being stacked to start the season?
- Are you already counting out MSU on Saturday night?
- Does anyone believe in Michigan on Saturday?
- Who’s in for a bigger beat down on Saturday: Michigan vs. Iowa or MSU at Ohio State?

Also, MLive’s Aaron McMann joins the show to talk about those Wolverines heading into their game on Saturday against Iowa, and he provides his quick insight on potentially paying college athletes.

Big Drew and Jim discuss the Lions’ NFL ranking on one publication; Jim’s updated Big Ten Power Rankings; and appreciating Matthew Stafford:

- USA Today ranks the Lions fourth in the NFL. Are you willing to say PLAYOFFS for the Lions?
- Jim’s updated Big Ten Power Rankings: Did you learn more about Michigan or MSU last Saturday? Is Michigan ready for Iowa?
- It’s time to appreciate Matthew Stafford! Do you agree?

Also, Jeff Risdon comes on the show to go “Around the NFL” following Week #4 of the season.

Big Drew and Jim recap the Lions’ tough 34-30 loss to the Chiefs at Ford Field:

- Do you feel good about the Lions after a loss?
- Are the Lions victims of officiating?
- What are the Lions’ expectations relative to the division and playoffs?
- One NFL Hall of Famer is excited about one part of the Lions’ defense. Do you agree with him?
- Will you celebrate the Lions’ moral victory?

Also, MLive’s Kyle Meinke joins the show to give his Lions synopsis at 2-1-1 as the team heads into their Bye Week.

Big Drew and Jeff Risdon discuss those FIRST PLACE Lions and preview the weekend's matchups between Rutgers-Michigan, Indiana-MSU, and Chiefs-Lions:

- The Lions are in first.....in football's BEST division? Who is better than the NFC North?
- What is the #1 key to a potential Lions victory on Sunday?
- Can Michigan prove ANYTHING tomorrow against lowly Rutgers?
- Can MSU prove they still belong in the Big Ten race against Indiana?

Also, MLive's Ben Raven joins the show to provide his breakdown of the Chiefs-Lions game on Sunday.

THE PICKS - WEEK #5

Big Drew and Jim discuss a bevy of topics that includes Jim’s Big Ten Title “Gloom and Doom;” taking Indiana-MSU seriously; the things in Detroit sports that people half care about; the easiest fix for Michigan’s offense; the Super Bowl 54 Halftime Show; Urban Meyer Michigan rumblings; and the Lions’ measuring stick game against the Chiefs:

- Jim’s Big Ten Title “Gloom and Doom”: Will Jim Harbaugh and Mark Dantonio win HALF a Big Ten Title moving forward?
- Should we be taking Indiana-MSU seriously?
- What’s the easiest fix for Michigan’s offense?
- What are your thoughts on the Super Bowl 54 Halftime Show of Jennifer Lopez and Shakira?
- Would Michigan fans want Urban Meyer?
- How do you feel about the Lions’ measuring stick game on Sunday against the Chiefs?

Big Drew and Jim were LIVE from Western Michigan University discussing mulligans on your Lions and Michigan predictions and diving into the scariest athletes in sports. Also, the guys predict how many losses for Michigan this season and break down Michigan's offensive and defensive woes:

- Big Drew offers a mulligan. If you could take back your Lions and/or Michigan preseason predictions, would you?
- Is Patrick Mahomes the scariest athlete to currently face in sports? Who were the scariest athletes to face all-time?
- How many games do you see Michigan losing this season?
- Which side of the football worries you more for Michigan: Offense or Defense?

In addition, the guys chat with Western Michigan Head Coach Tim Lester and "Voice of Bronco Sports" Robin Hook on-site, and the guys bring in WOOD TV Sports Director Jack Doles to talk about all things Grand Rapids and his recent induction into the Grand Rapids Sports Hall of Fame.