For the first time since 1956, the Detroit Lions are 8-1. But to get there they had to complete a comeback against the Texans in Houston that hasn't been done in almost 55 years. How did the Lions keep the Texans scoreless in the second half? What did Jake Bates do to to become the hero? From NRG Stadium Justin Rogers joins Mike Stone on a new episode of the Detroit Football Network podcast to break it all down.

Following a big win in Green Bay, the Detroit Lions are atop the NFC at 7-1 and are 4-0 away from Ford Field. On a new Detroit Football Network podcast, hosts Justin Rogers and Will Burchfield take a look at a revamped Lions team following a trade and some time to get healthy heading into a massive primetime showdown with the Houston Texans. And, Detroit's defense has been excellent; Cornerback Amik Robertson joins the show to peak behind the curtain at their success.

For the third straight time, the Detroit Lions went to Green Bay and beat the Packers. And for the first time since 1956, they are 7-1. On a new Detroit Football Network podcasts, Justin Rogers joins Will Burchfield from Lambeau to breakdown Detroit's sixth consecutive victory of the season. Plus, is Cleveland Browns Defensive End Za'Darius Smith about to become a Lion?

From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): This might just be a spot where the Lions trip up. Weather will be a major factor in this game, what side will the guys take?

While suspended for PEDs, Detroit Lions Wide Receiver Jameson Williams has come under investigation over an unlicensed firearm. Will it cost him more time? Also on a new Detroit Football Network podcast, hosts Justin Rogers and Will Burchfield talk about the Lions urgency (or lack thereof) to make a move on the defensive line before the trade deadline. Plus -- a full look ahead to a massive NFC North showdown with the Packers at Lambeau. And, hear from Lions Defensive Tackle DJ Reader.

The Detroit Lions are 6-1 for the first time since 1956 following a 52-14 beatdown of the Tennessee Titans. On a new Detroit Football Network podcast from Ford Field, Justin Rogers and Mike Stone breakdown a game where the Lions scored 38 straight points with the help of 3 plays of at least 70 yards.

The Detroit Lions are already down star DE Aiden Hutchinson and it appears they will also be without stud WR Jameson Williams following a pending suspension after a rejected drug test. From Allen Park, on a new Detroit Football Network podcast, Justin Rogers and Will Burchfield look at how that (and the Deandre Hopkins trade) will impact Sunday's Lions/Titans game at Ford Field. Also joining the program is Detroit WR Tim Patrick.

On a new DFN Podcast, Justin Rogers joins Mike Stone from Minneapolis to break down a season defining road win over the Minnesota Vikings 31-29. Stoney and J-Rog take a stab at the biggest question of the moment: Are the Lions the best team in the NFC?

Who would have thought the Lions and Vikings would be a combined 9-1 and set up for a monster NFC North showdown this weekend? Not Mike Stone. Also, not ESPN.com Minnesota Vikings beat writer Kevin Seifert. Stoney and Kevin sat down to preview this improbable matchup.

With Aiden Hutchinson out for the season, Justin, Will and Stony review a list of candidates the Lions could go after on the trade market. Plus, Detroit OL Graham Glasgow sits down with the crew. And, with the Vikings being the hottest and most surprising team in the NFL, what do the Lions have to do to win a crucial NFC North battle on the road?