The Lion's Share: A Football Podcast

The 2024 Detroit Lions will play only five games in the 1 o'clock window this season. Gone are the days of the 1 o'clock warriors. The Lions will have the second-most primetime games this season in the NFL, two SNF's, two MNF's, one TNF and Thanksgiving, if you want to count it. We breakdown the full schedule, talk contracts with Jared Goff and end with closing time. See you all in July!

The draft has come and gone, and the Lions have 6 new members of the team. 2 cornerbacks, 2 offensive lineman, a Defensive tackle and a safety/running back. We breakdown all the new players and react to the draft. We also were fortunate enough to have one of our own at the draft live. We hear all about the experience and what we can expect from Green Bay next year. We finish with the fresh new contracts for St Brown and Penei Sewell. We miss you Mitch!

The Lion's didn't make the big splash that we thought they might, but the defense looks much improved already. We breakdown all the moves, Carlton Davis, DJ Reader, Marcus Davenport, and Amik Robertson. We also recap which fellas are staying and which are going. We take a close look at the NFC North splashes that took place and of course, talk all the big moves in the NFL, including Kirk Cousins massive deal, Derrick Henry to the Raves, Saquon to Philly and more. We finish with a breakdown of Dune Part I and Part II (no spoilers). This episode if chock-full!

Welcome back Shareholders! Free Agency is about to begin and the Lions look to be big players in it. Will they target the CB from KC (Sneed), Newsome from the Browns, or will they go build through the draft? We discuss free agency, trades, draft, offseason moves and more in this action-packed episode. The CFB Expert joins the program for the second half of the show. We will be back next week to recap Free Agency.

Our most unhinged pod yet? The Chiefs do it again, Andy/Pat/Trav now have 3 rings. An incredible game/finish that almost didn't feel as big in the moment? Who in the AFC/NFC can stop the Chiefs run in these next few years. Who can the Lions target in free agency? Usher and team crushed the halftime performance but the CBS scorebug graphics were not it. Is Von Miller good? What the heck is Temu and more shenanigans in this episode. THANK YOU SHAREHOLDERS, we will see you in SEASON 3.

Ben Johnson back, Aaron Glenn back, we back, we up. We talk about what this means for the Lions going forward and who could be moving in free agency.

It is what it is. The lack of execution in the second half caught up to the Lions. What do they do now? We trust Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes to bring us to the promised land. We look forward to serving you Shareholders now and into the future. Season 3 loading.

Well this sucks. We watched a 24-7 halftime lead evaporate before our eyes. The Lions played so well in the first half, it had us thinking Super Bowl. They couldn't put together four quarters and the second half proved this team still has strides to make. However, it was a great year and one we could have never expected. The amount of support the Lions gained was cool to see. Onto next year with a new level of hunger and controlled fury.

Lions are America's team? Vote below. The NFL's version of the Final Four is here and it includes the Lions. We preview a monumental matchup this week for the franchise. We also talk about the signing of Zach Ertz, the Alex Anzalone surprise injury, and discuss Deebo Samuel's status. We shift focus to the AFC to preview Chiefs-Ravens and talk head coaching changes including one Jim Harbaugh heading out west. Let's Go Lions.

Derrick Barnes seals the game with an INT late to win it for the Lions 31-23 over Tampa Bayker. The Lions head to the NFC Championship! Can you believe it!!??. Frank Ragnow embodies grit and the boys find a way. On the backs of 2 INTs and big games from St Brown and Gibbs, the Lions earn the right to play for a Super Bowl berth.

Will Detroit sink the Buccaneers ship? The Bucs come in as winners of 6 of their last 7 games. The Lions look to feed off the energy of the long awaited playoff win to get another W at home. We discuss if the Eagles or Cowboys had a bigger collapse and congratulate Mike McCarthy on earning another season as head coach. We rank our Rookies of the Year and give our picks for the NFL Divisional Round of the Playoffs. Happy Episode 100 to all who celebrate. Thank you Shareholders, LGL.

We are getting days and hours closer to kickoff of the first playoff game in Ford Field. Can the Lions matchup with their ole QB and all his weapons? We break it all down and get you ready for a wild weekend of football. We also talk about the growing number of head coach vacancies in the NFL and if the Lions will have any staff poached. We finish with College Football, nobody has it better than Michigan and Nick Saban has reached retirement.

Well here we are, Week 18 in the NFL. One last Lions regular season game and it's at home. Dan says they will be bringing "Controlled Fury", we discuss what that means and preview Lions-Vikings. Michigan also beat Alabama in the College Football Playoff Semifinal and Washington beat Texas. Our College Football Expert breaks down the action gives us a look ahead at the championship game on Monday. #LetsGoLions #GoBlue

I guess we should have seen this coming. The Lions played well enough to win in a tough battle but fall short in Dallas. We breakdown the emotions and try to process our grief. The College Football rejoins the pod to preview the BIG matchups in the Playoff taking place on New Year's Day. DvE

Detroit heads to Dallas in the battle of the D's. Detroit has not beat Dallas since 2013 and has not won in Dallas since 2011. We discuss the possibilities. Mitch has returned to the podcast and is no worse for the wear. Huge game for Detroit this weekend and several others vying for playoff spots. We also talk CFB playoffs as we get ready for Monday.

The Lions will attempt to win their first game in Minnesota since ____? (Listen to find out). The Eagles with a crushing loss to the Seahawks on MNF, leaves the door open for the #1 seed in the NFC. We'll talk Lions-Vikings, playoff picture and preview NFL Week 16. Merry Christmas Shareholders!

The Lions come out hot and stay hot vs the Broncos. They put up 42 points in three quarters. The Primetime kings are now 4-0 in primetime this season and avoid back to back losses. NFL Week 15 heats up the playoff push and the Lions and many others are looking to clinch those all important playoff berths.

Saturday night's alright for fighting. Saturday NFL is here and the Lions/Broncos face off in the primetime slot. Can the Lions bounce back vs a rising Broncos team? And are these the Same *** Lions? We update the playoff picture and get you ready for all the Week 15 matchups in the NFL. We finish with a message from Mitch and the hottest new liquor in town.

Well the Lions let us down this week. The little things were the issue and they just can't seem to overcome themselves at times. We look at the game and look forward to the final four weeks of the regular season. NFL Week 14 included some good action between Ravens and Rams, Chiefs and Bills, we recap it all.

The 9-3 Lions head to Chicago to take on a familiar foe. The Lions look to overcome issues and injuries on both the offensive and defensive line. Can they contain Justin Fields? And will Jamo soar into the endzone again? We give you our predictions for Lions-Bears and preview every matchup in NFL Week 14.

The Lions are back to their winning ways. They go on the road and win vs the NFC foe, the New Orleans Saints, and now sit at 9-3. We take a look at the big picture and dissect the W. In the NFL, the 49ers reign supreme, the Rams are keeping playoff hopes alive, the Jets lose their playoff hopes and the Dolphins keep rolling teams. The College Football, we had drama and the Michigan Wolverines are your new #1.

Lions are back home and back to Divisional play. Can they take care of business against Justin Fields and the improving Bears? In the NFL, the Bills continue to struggle, the Browns lose Deshaun for the year and the Chiefs off a bye take on the Eagles in a Super Bowl rematch. Let's go Lions. Thanksgiving in ONE WEEK!

We missed you, Happy Halloween Shareholders, listen in for a trick or treat fiasco. 6-2 into the bye week. Second place in the NFC, good place to be. But still have work to do. The Lions exploded for 500 yds of offense, dominated TOP, but struggled with TO’s and RedZone opportunities. The Lions contained Maxx Crosby and Gibbs finally had a breakout game. In NFL Week 8, the 49ers have now lost three straight and the Eagles look scary. We have a new lead dog in the records recap. We finish with College Football and closing time. Come for the banter, stay for the stats.

*Reminder, no show Sunday. Next sode will be Tuesday night. The Lions are back into primetime this week with a matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. Jimmy G is questionable and the Lions are getting health-ish? We preview the matchup as well as what we think the Lions might do at the trade deadline. Second half of the show is Week 8 picks and we close with College Football talk. Let's go Lions.

Today was tough to say the least. The Lions felt like they took two steps back with a sorry showing vs the Ravens. We work to try and forget this week by talking future. The NFL Week 7 slate was filled with landmines like the Bills vs Patriots, Bears vs Raiders, Steelers vs Rams. We talk about all that and end with College Football talk as we cruise right along this season. *No show next Sunday due to Lions game on Monday Night Football.

Your 5-1 Lions head into Baltimore as the underdogs by 3. Can the banged up Lions continue their winning ways? The last time the Lions beat the Ravens it was 2005. We give our predictions for Lions vs Ravens, as well as every game from Week 7 in the NFL. We end with some college football and story time from the founder of conspiracy.

The Lions get their third road win of the year and win it, 20-6 over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Lions are 5-1 and with the Eagles and 49ers both losing, the Lions are tied for 1st place in the NFL. We discuss that and more as this season rolls along.

The Lions flying down to the sunshine state for a date with Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers fresh off a bye are 3-1 but how good are they? We preview the matchup and give our keys to the game. We also talk about potential trade deadline moves and give you every prediction for Week 6 in the NFL. A doozie of an episode.

The Lions are 4-1 for the first time since 2011, folks. They knock out the Panthers blowout style at home. Aidan with an incredible performance, the defense as a whole with a great performance, Goff and BJ getting it done on the other side of the ball. In the NFL, witching hour was WILD as many games came down to the wire. The Steelers steal one, the Falcons don't lose at home, and the Dolphins put the Giants out of their misery. We recap everything from Week 5 in the NFL and close with CFB week 6 talks and closing time bs.

It's the cat clash this weekend, Lions vs Panthers. The Lions look to keep with their winning ways and the Panthers are eagerly searching for a W on the year. DC has hinted at seeing action from both Jamo and Moseley this week. We preview the Lions-Panthers as well as every game from Week 5 in the NFL. We end with College Football, jokes and a surprising outro...

Rapid recap from Ben and the boys (sort of). Listen to our fast thoughts on a late night Thursday edition. Lions go into Lambeau and win it 34-20. 1st place solely owned by the Lions today.

The Lions get right in non-perfect fashion as the overcome the injury bug. The Lions improve to 2-1 and beat the Falcons 20-6. The Defense looked better and the Offense did enough, Brian Branch is a star, Anzalone is only 29, we discuss all that and more as we look ahead to a short week for the Lions. In the NFL, the Dolphins put up 70, the Chiefs dismantle the Bears and the Cowboys get upset in Arizona. Taylor Swift was seen at the game sporting Chiefs colors and could be seen saying "Let's Fucking Go". We end with College Football and Super Bowl Halftime talk.

The Lions injury report could be a novel. Seemingly overnight the injuries have hit this team with a vengeance. We discuss what this means for the team going forward and into this week vs the 2-0 Falcons. We predict every matchup in Week 3 and hilarity ensues as we struggle with microphones and snake draft comprehension. We finish with College Football Week 4 and breadsticks.

The Lion's fail to get their revenge vs their foes from Seattle. They give up 37 points to fall in OT. This must be a learning experience for the group, build on this loss. Crowd was electric today, bring that same energy next week vs the Falcons. The good news is that the entire NFC North lost this week so the Lions remain tied for first. Week 2 in the NFL brought us more of the Cowboys dominance, the Bills are back and the Bucs are for real? A more wild week than in week 1. We end it with College Football and closing time. We hear live from Ford Field with Mitch as well.

The Detroit Lions get some home cooking this week as they take on the foes from Seattle. MNF gave us some drama as Aaron Rodgers goes down early with an achilles tear, but the Jets lead by Zach Wilson eek it out. Which begs the question, are the Bills bad? We preview the Lions vs Seahawks, predict every game outcome for Week 2 and send Mitch off on assignment to cover the game live from Ford Field.