Not The Same Old Lions Podcast: A Detroit Lions Podcast

In episode 245  We preview the Detroit Lions week 17 match-up with the Minnesota Vikings.  A game that looks a bit different than expected just a few days ago.  We’ll talk about what to expect and hear from a reporter who covers the Vikings.

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 244 we discuss the Detroit Lions 29 to 24 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. We’ll talk about the crazy ending, but more importantly the 3rd quarter that set-up that finish and everything else. We’ll talk about the team as a whole right now and on a day when Jahmyr Gibbs passed Barry Sanders for an NFL record, we visit with former Lions running back Billy Sims and talk BBQ.

We’ll hit those topics and more…. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 243  we preview the Detroit Lions week 16 match-up with the Pittsburgh Steelers!  We’ll get insights from a reporter who covers the Steelers and provide insights of our own on the match-up.  Plus, we’ll discuss the Lions as a whole right now and our thoughts on playoff chances for the team

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 242 we discuss the Detroit Lions 41 to 34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, dropping the Lions to 8-6. We’ll hit on what went wrong, things that went right and most importantly, where this leaves the team with 3 games left to go, plus any other major story lines.

We’ll hit those topics and more…. 

Let’s get to it Lions Fans! 

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In episode 241 we preview the Detroit Lions week 15 match-up with the red hot Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams. We’ll discuss what to expect from these teams, hit on major story lines and provide insights from someone who covers the Rams as well as provide our own.

We’ll get into all of that and more… Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 240 we discuss the Detroit Lions 44 to 30 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.  We’ll talk about those words “complimentary (or complementary) football,” discuss what went well, areas of concern (including the Brian Branch injury) and any other major story lines. We’ll hit those topics and more…. 

Let’s get to it Lions Fans! 

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In episode 239 we preview the Detroit Lions ever more important Week 14 match-up with the Dallas Cowboys. After multiple trips by the Lions to Dallas, the Cowboys finally head to Motown.

We’ll touch on major storylines- including where the team stands with the updated Frank Ragnow news, discuss the upcoming match-up, plus how this game impacts the rest of the season moving forward.

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 238 we discuss the Detroit Lions 31 to 24 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. We’ll talk about what went wrong, where that puts the Lions now- and what the Frank Ragnow news means amid all of this…

We’ll hit those topics and more…. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 237 we preview the Detroit Lions Week 13 match-up versus the  Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving Day.  We’ll touch on major storylines, discuss the upcoming match-up, plus how this game impacts the reason of the season moving forward.

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 236 we discuss the Detroit Lions 34 to 27 victory over the New York Giants. We’ll surely talk about Jahmyr Gibbs, plus discuss the numerous explosives on both sides of the ball- then discuss what this might mean for the team moving forward with the Packers game coming up quickly. That and more…. Let’s get to it Lions Fans! #detroitlions #onepride #lions #nfl #allgrit RoasterJack coffee company. Be a hero, brew great coffee... and go Lions! https://www.roasterjack.com/

In episode 235 we preview the Detroit Lions Week 12 match-up with the New York Giants. Returning to Ford Field, the Lions find themselves one of just two double digit favorites this week, but New York is expecting the return of Jaxon Dart at QB. We’ll hear from a New York reporter and provide insights of our own.

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 234 we discuss the Detroit Lions 16 to 9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.  We’ll discuss the offensive woes, the incredible defensive effort and give our perspectives on the coaching decisions, plus what this might mean for the team moving forward.

That and more…. 

Let’s get to it Lions Fans! 

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In episode 233 we preview the Detroit Lions & Philadelphia Eagles Week 11 Match-up on Sunday Night Football. The game many Lions fans have anticipated the most in the 2025 regular season is finally here. The Lions are coming off a refreshing win in Washington and the Eagles extended their winning streak to 3 with a win at Lambeau Field. We’ll hear from a Philadelphia reporter and provide insights of our own.

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 232 we recap the Detroit Lions 44 to 22 win over the Washington Commanders. We’ll talk about how things finally looked right on offense, digest the defense, hit on special teams and maybe even mention Jack Fox.

That and more…. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 231 we preview the Detroit Lions trip to the nation’s capital, where they take on the Washington Commanders.

A rematch from last year’s playoff game, though it will look a bit different. We’ll get into that, hear from a reporter who covers Washington, to go with insights of our own. Plus, we’ll talk about the state of the Lions roster with the trade deadline now past.. We’ll get into all of that and more…

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In episode 230 we recap the Detroit Lions 27 to 24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. No sugar coating that bad taste in your mouth, this didn’t go well. We’ll break down the game, discuss the state of the team, especially considering some of the injuries as the trade deadline is this week. We’ll discuss that, and more….

Let’s get to it Lions Fans! 

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In episode 229 we preview the Detroit Lions week 9 Match-up with division foe the Minnesota Vikings. We’ll discuss the state of the Lions right now coming off their bye,- that includes the BIG Aidan Hutchinson bye week news plus what to expect from the Vikings who will have JJ McCarthy in at QB- We also hear from a reporter who covers Minnesota, to go with insights of our own.

We’ll get into all of that and more… Let’s get to it Lions fans! RoasterJack coffee company. Be a hero, brew great coffee... and go Lions!<...

In episode 228 we discuss the state of the Lions during their bye week… they enter 5-2. Not quite the midway point at week 8, but it’s the only real break- so we’ll take a look at the first 7 weeks. Where is this team expectation wise? What’s working well? Are there any areas of conversation? Have our expectations changed? What moves might be in store and What’s the competition looking like? We’ll try to answer those questions and more! Let’s get to it Lions Fans! #detroitlions #onepride #lions #nfl #allgrit RoasterJack coffee company. Be a hero, brew gre...

In episode 227 we recap the Detroit Lions 24-9 win over the tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night football. We’ll definitely talk about the Lions defense and all the things that went right, discuss any concerns, plus hit the major story lines coming out of this contest and where things stand going into the bye… That and more.

Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 226 we preview the Detroit Lions week 7 Monday night football match-up with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

We’ll discuss some of the fall out from the week 6 game against Kansas City- then the state of the Lions right now, plus what to expect from the Bucs- We also hear from a reporter who covers Tampa Bay, to go with insights of our own- including some uniform talk!

We’ll get into all of that and more… Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 225 we recap the Detroit Lions 30 to 17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. We’ll discuss what we went wrong, hit on a few highlights, plus hit the major story lines coming out of this contest. That and more. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 224 we preview the Detroit Lions Sunday Night Football match-up with the Kansas City Chiefs. We’ll first hit on major story lines since the Lions last victory, then we’ll take a close look at the Chiefs. This includes hearing a reporter who covers Kansas City plus share insights of our own.

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 223 we recap the Detroit Lions 37 to 24 win over the Cincinnati Bengals! We’ll share our overall takeaways from the game, hit on major story lines- discuss what went well and the areas of potential concern.

We’ll also talk about a couple hometown boys (David Montgomery & Derrick Barnes) making their return to Cincinnati and having pivotal moments in this victory.

That and more… Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 222 we preview the Detroit Lions week 5 match-up with the Cincinnati Bengals! Seems all Detroit is doing these days is playing teams from Ohio- be it the Tigers and Guardians or the Lions against the Browns and now the Bengals.

We’ll hit on some major topics around the team, hear from a reporter who follows Cincinnati and hear from another cat in Ohio that’s gaining some popularity of his own these days. Those cats are Bowling Green State University's Long Snapper George Carlson and Pudge! We’ll get into all of that and more… Let’s ge...

In episode 221 we break down the Detroit Lions 34-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns. We’ll discuss how the offensive line held up against the browns defense, how special teams played a role and give some major credit to the Detroit Lions defense in this game. That and more. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 220 we preview the Detroit Lions week 4 match-up with the Cleveland Browns. Coming off their upset victory over the Green Bay Packers, what are we expecting from this Cleveland squad?

And how do we think the Lions will come out after their incredible Monday night football win in Baltimore? We’ll get into all of that and more… Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 219 we recap the Detroit Lions 38 to 30 Road victory over the Baltimore Ravens. This moves the Lions to 2-1. We’ll discuss each element responsible for the Detroit Lions upset win. 

That includes David Montgomery, Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Aidan Hutchinson, Al-Quadin Muhammad, Derrick Barnes, Trevor Nowaske and others! That and more. 

Let’s get to it Lions Fans! 

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In episode 218 we preview the Detroit Lions Week 3 match-up with the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football. 

We’ll hit on major story lines and final thoughts coming out of the Lions week 2 win over the Bears, before taking a closer look at the Ravens. We hear from a reporter who covers Baltimore, plus share insights of our own.

We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 217 we recap the Detroit Lions 52 to 21 victory over the Chicago Bears at Ford Field for their home opener.

We’ll hit on what went well for the Lions offense- like the offensive line, Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown and a host of others, plus we’ll talk about the defensive side of the ball with guys like Brian Branch, Kirby Joseph, Aiden Hutchinson and others. Like usual we’ll talk about what we liked and what we might need improvement.

That and more. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

In episode 216 we preview the Detroit Lions week 2 match-up against the Chicago Bears. It’s the home opener for the Lions, expecting an electric Ford Field environment. 

Not looking for hot takes, but is this a must-win game for the Lions? We will tackle that- plus what adjustments are needed or are we hoping to see different from last week. We’ll get into all of that and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans!

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In episode 215 we discuss the Detroit Lions 27 to 13 loss against the Green Bay Packers to open the season. 

We’ll talk about what went wrong & touch on any right moments too. We’ll also discuss 3 of the Detroit Lions rookies in this game, talking about coaching and discuss how this impacts things on a larger scale.

We also discuss the Jameson Williams contract extension

That and more. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In episode 214 we’ll preview the Detroit Lions season opener versus the Green Bay Packers. The Lions open on the road in Lambeau.  

We’ll share what we expect from Green Bay, fresh off their trade for LB Micah Parsons. We’ll also discuss how the Lions match-up and what we expect from Detroit.  

In addition to that, we’ll do a little reintroduction of sorts and share some exciting news for the Podcast.

That and more. Let’s get to it Lions Fans!

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In this episode we discuss a Detroit Lions NFC North divisional opponent to preview the season. In this episode we focus on the Chicago Bears. What can Lions fans expect out of the new look Bears who have a new head coach in Ben Johnson?

Plus how is Caleb Williams looking so far as well as D.J. Moore and Rome Odunze as well as rookie Luther Burden III. We’ll speak with a reporter who’s covered Chicago training camp to get a first hand account and hear what he is expecting from this squad, plus how...

In this episode we discuss a Detroit Lions NFC North divisional opponent to preview the season. In this edition we focus on the Minnesota Vikings.

What can Lions fans expect out of the Vikings new starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy? Justin Jefferson is one of the best in the game, and Aaron Jones returns in the back field.

We’ll speak with a reporter who’s covered Minnesota training camp to get a first hand account and hear what he is expecting from this squad, plus how he sees the division going down in 2025. That and...

Folks, this episode kicks off our preview of the Detroit Lions NFC North divisional opponents for the 2025 season.

In this episode we focus on the Green Bay Packers.  What can Lions fans expect out of Green Bay and Jordan Love this season?  The Packers have added some offensive help, will that be enough to change things for Green Bay when they face the Lions?

We’ll speak with a reporter who’s covered Green Bay training camp to get a first hand account and hear what he is expecting from this squad, plus how he sees t...

Welcome to episode number… let’s call it episode number unplanned. This means our next few episode numbers might be a bit out of whack because of this, but that’s OK because a lot has transpired, we’ll just call it Roster deconstruction and reconstruction.

Lions fans woke up to a trade of Tim Patrick, then two waiver claims and a free agent signing and then the practice squad activity.

We are going to help digest all of that and more… let’s get to it Lions fans #detroitlions #onepride #lions #nfl #allgrit

Welcome to episode 209 where we preview the Detroit Lions 2025 season and react to the Lions initial 53 man roster- which only has 50 players to start with.

We’ll talk about what we are expecting out of this Lions squad and not just wins and losses- though we’ll touch on some of that too.

We'll discuss how we see the NFC North Division taking shape for this season. Plus we give our thoughts on some of the roster moves so far and discuss how these recent cuts impact the aura of Brad Holmes That and more… Let’s...

Welcome to episode 208 where we discuss the Detroit Lions Joint practice with the Houston Texans.

After dominating Miami last week, was it more of the same or something a little different? We'll talk about the quarterbacks Jared Goff, Kyle Allen & Hendon Hooker. Plus discuss Graham Glasgow and the offensive line before turning to the wide receiver decisions that are looming.

Plus we’ll get some final thoughts on the roster as training camp is coming to a close.

To do so, we get some help from a Detroit Lions beat re...

In episode 207 we do something a little different- it’s our once a year venture into the world of fantasy football. We’re going to look at the Detroit Lions top players including Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery, Sam LaPorta and Jameson Williams.

Not only discuss where each ranks in their position category, but also talk about where you should consider drafting them in Fantasy Footbal and how they compare to the top players in each category as well. That and more…

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In this episode we discuss the Detroit Lions preseason game against the Miami Dolphins.

We’ll also share more observations from the joint practices last week and where we see things headed as training camp starts to wind down, even talking about the number 2 quarterback battle between Hendon Hooker and Kyle Allen.

We also touch on the final 53 man roster. That and more…

Let’s get to it Lions fans! #detroitlions #onepride #lions #nfl #allgrit