The "& Jim" Show

Big Drew and Jim break down the latest in the verbal battle between Jim Harbaugh and Luke Fickell and talk about trademarking “The” Ohio State University; the latest height in the Tigers’ current futility; an “Issue of our Time” on Olive Garden’s unlimited pasta pass; and Athlon Sports’ outrageous Big Ten takes in 2019:

- Jim Harbaugh vs. Luke Fickell: Whose side are you on? Did Jim Harbaugh do something wrong in how he handled James Hudson’s transfer process? Is he pro-player?
- Wanting to trademark the word “The,” Ohio State doesn’t seem to understand how words work.
- The Height of Tigers Futility: The Tigers reached a new season low in last night’s home loss to Seattle.
- “Issue of our Time”: Would you indulge in Olive Garden’s Never Ending Pasta Pass?
- Athlon Sports’ outrageous Big Ten predictions in 2019: Do you agree with their takes on Michigan and MSU?

Big Drew and Jim were LIVE from Betten Baker Chevrolet Cadillac GMC in Muskegon discussing ESPN's Top 50 College Football Players; next year's MLB Field of Dreams Game; Dak Prescott's contract situation; and Michigan football's all-time standing:

- ESPN's Top 50 College Football Players: If you could add one more player from the state of Michigan, would it be?
- Michigan or MSU: Which school has more talent in 2019?
- Is next year's Field of Dreams game a good idea? What are the best sports movies of all-time?
- What does Dak Prescott deserve financially?
- What is Michigan football's standing as an all-time great program?

Big Drew and Jim recap their recent Coppercraft trip to Comerica Park to watch the skidding Tigers and break down Lions backup quarterback options, the 2020 MLB schedule, MHSAA’s eligibility ruling on Abdur-Rahmaan Yassen, and Lions preseason concerns after their preseason opener:

- How about those Tigers lately?
- NEW Lions MLive Beat Writer Ben Raven joins the show to share his new and exciting news!
- Who are some possible options for the Lions’ backup quarterback spot?
- Why doesn’t the MLB get it when it comes to their scheduling?
- Did the MHSAA miss the mark with their recent eligibility ruling on Abdur-Rahmaan Yassen?
- What’s your biggest concern with the Lions after their preseason opener?

Big Drew and Jim recap the Lions getting thrashed by the Patriots at home in their preseason opener and discuss Riley Greene’s memorable debut last night with the West Michigan Whitecaps:

- How bad was last night’s Lions preseason opener? What was the worst thing that happened in the game?
- Jim doesn’t get the booing from last night. Do Lions fans have a right to boo?
- The latest example of the Lions being tone deaf when it comes to their recent preseason opener success.
- We actually had some good news last night! Riley Greene had himself quite the debut with the West Michigan Whitecaps.
- It’s Jeff Risdon vs. Jim Costa on the season outlook for the Lions. Also, Drew plays referee!
- What’s the appropriate level of disappointment from last night’s Lions drubbing?
- Is Jeff’s keen football eye telling us that we may have missed some positive things from last night’s Lions loss?

Big Drew and Jim preview the Lions’ first preseason game against the Patriots tonight and dive into Aaron Rodgers already publicly criticizing his new head coach; this year’s potential college football frauds; and the preseason pressure on Bob Quinn and Matt Patricia:

- How much of tonight’s Lions preseason game are you going to watch? How much should Matthew Stafford play tonight?
- Aaron Rodgers publicly criticizes Matt LaFleur. Who are some of the most uncoachable athletes ever?
- College Football Fraud List: Who’s a potential fraud this season?
- Who’s your Lions player to watch in tonight’s preseason opener?
- Who’s under the most pressure this preseason: Bob Quinn or Matt Patricia?

Big Drew and Jim provide the latest on Ezekiel Elliott’s holdout and chat about valuable Lions players for Fantasy Football; Antonio Brown’s frostbitten feet; MSU’s placing within the Big Ten this season; and Jim Harbaugh calling this year’s Michigan team “special”:

- Does Ezekiel Elliott deserve a new contract? Is he the next Le’Veon Bell?
- Who are the most valuable Lions for Fantasy Football?
- Are Antonio Brown’s frostbitten feet the dumbest NFL injury ever?
- Is MSU the third-best team in the Big Ten? Are they dangerous this season?
- Are you with the Cowboys or Zeke Elliott?
- Jim Harbaugh calls this year’s Michigan team “special.” What will be “special” about the 2019 Wolverines?

Big Drew and Jim begin the show with Drew updating his feelings on Al Avila and converse about Tom Brady’s longevity, big questions concerning Michigan football, MSU’s Offensive Wish List, Comerica Park’s dimensions, and the improved Lions:

- Big Drew was being nice about Al Avila, and then saw the recent article on him….
- How long does Tom Brady play in the NFL?
- What are Michigan’s biggest question marks heading into the season?
- What’s on your MSU Offensive Wish List?
- Big Drew thinks the Tigers need to move the walls at Comerica Park in. Do you agree with him?
- ESPN has five NFL teams that will improve this season. Why should the Lions be on this list?

Jim, by himself on an EXTRA SALTY Monday version of the show, provides his takes on Al Avila getting exposed by the MLB and media outlets and talks about his recent trip to Philadelphia, Patriots-Lions game week, Lions Stadium Pass, and an MLS player calling out Congress:

- Al Avila has been exposed. Do the Tigers have the wrong guy in charge?
- LionsWire’s Jeff Risdon joined the show LIVE from Browns Training Camp to provide the very latest from Lions Training Camp.
- Lions Stadium Pass: A cheap way for Lions fans to go to games this season, but it comes with a different kind of cost. Are you on board?
- Is football technically back with preseason action now underway?
- An MLS player uses a celebration to call out Congress.

Big Drew and Ben Raven break down some hard-hitting Lions Training Camp questions and dive into the most tortured NFL fan bases, the College Football Preseason Coaches Poll, and Michigan’s position battles as their camp opens up:

- Should we be more worried about the lack of a left guard? Will we see the Lions run the hurry up offense more this season?
- LionsWire’s Jeff Risdon joins the show at Lions Training Camp in Allen Park.
- Who is the NFL’s most tortured fan base, and why is it the Lions?
- The College Football Preseason Coaches Poll is now out! Who’s over, under, and properly rated?
- MLive’s Aaron McMann jumps on the show to discuss some Michigan football as they open up camp today.
- What are Michigan’s most important position battles, and who should win?

Big Drew and Ben Raven recap the Tigers’ trade deadline and discuss building a successful NFL franchise; Deadspin’s “Why The Lions Suck” article; and potential future Lions Hall of Fame candidates:

- Are you happy with what the Tigers pulled off at the MLB Trade Deadline? Should Matthew Boyd have been dealt away?
- Which player on offense and defense would you start an NFL franchise with and win in the next three years?
- In Deadspin’s recent “Why Your Team Sucks” article, did they get it right with this year’s Lions?
- MLive’s Kyle Meinke joins the show to provide the very latest happenings at Lions Training Camp.
- Which current Lions player is most likely to make the Hall of Fame: Darius Slay or Matthew Stafford?