Drinking the Blue Kool-Aid (A Detroit Lions Podcast)
By Drinking the Blue Kool-Aid
Drinking the Blue Kool-Aid (A Detroit Lions Podcast)Sep 24, 2019
Ep. 153 - Week 6 Lions vs. Bengals Reactions - The Winless Season Marches On
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Ep. 152 - Week 6 Preview
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather on the eve of Week 6 to discuss the Lions' upcoming matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. After a quick injury update, the krew dives into how Detroit's secondary matches up against JaMarr Chase and the rest of Cincinnati's young receiving core (4:20). Later, they get into coach Dan Campbell's comments about why he has decided to rush three players on the defensive drives over the past few games (12:00) and, of course, finish off with their world-famous predictions (17:55)!
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Ep. 151 - Another heartbreaking chapter in a truly historic season
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather after the Lions lose on ANOTHER 50 yd game-winning field goal. They discuss Dan Campbell being brought to tears in his postgame press conference (2:30), free-agent signee Charles Harris standing out on the DL (5:40) and the rise of D'Andre Swift becoming the team's #1 receiver (26:40).
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Ep. 147 - A heartbreaking loss for the record books
The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite to discuss yet another heartbreaking loss for the Lions, this time at the hands of the Baltimore Ravens. They kick things off by breaking down that ending (1:55) and how Detroit's coaching staff mismanaged the last couple of minutes. Then, they move on to the encouraging defensive performance, including Bobby Price's stand-out play. Then, they pivot to the offensive side of the ball (16:20), where they break down the talent of this current WR group (20:20). Also, the krew discusses what individual player they'd like to see play better over the next few weeks (26:35).
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Ep. 150 - Week 5 Preview
The Blue Kool-Aid krew, sans Bob and Connor, break down the Lions road matchup against the Vikings. They kick things off by going through Detroit's extensive injury report (2:10) before jumping into the game preview (13:45). The krew then finishes things off with their world-famous predictions (26:00)!
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Ep. 149 - Week 4 Reactions: Red zone woes and major injuries
The Blue Kool-Aid krew regroup and look to regain enthusiasm for the Lions after their 24-14 loss to the Bears in Week 4. They start with the lowlight of the week with Jared Goff's mishandled snap in the red zone and how that set the tone for the rest of the game (3:30) that led int a larger discussion about Goff's play after 4 games (10:00). Then, they shifted their focus to the defensive side of the ball (24:30) where they discuss the various miscues, benchings, and other notes.
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Ep. 148 - Can the Lions get their first win against the Bears?
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather on the eve of Week 4 to discuss the road matchup against the rival Bears. First, they touch on Jaime Collins' release (2:48) before welcoming returning guest Duce back into the Lion's Den (3:50). After, they preview the matchup against the Monsters of the Midway (18:35) and give out their world-famous predictions (31:55)!
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Ep. 146 - Week 3 preview vs the Ravens
The Blue Kool Aid krew reunites to discuss the Week 3 matchup vs Ravens! They get into how worried they are about the Lions matching up with Baltimore's potent rushing attack (4:45) and how the Lions can counter on the other side by exploiting the Ravens' blitz-heavy defense (7:50). Finally, the guys dish out their world-famous predictions (18:50)!
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Ep. 145 - A Big Monday Night Defeat
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather to talk about the Lions' big Monday Night loss to the Green Bay Packers. They start with the positives that led to Detroit carrying a lead at halftime (3:20) before diving into the continued defensive struggles (7:55) that caused them to lose it in the 3rd quarter. Later, the krew reflects on the offensive line being the true strength of the team and how the Lions can use that as a building block going forward (23:30).
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Ep. 144 - Previewing the Big Monday Night Football game vs the Packers
The Blue Kool Aid krew reunite to preview the big MNF game against the Green Bay Packers. They welcome Packers fan Allie into The Lion's Den (2:55) and then go over their predictions for the prime-time matchup (14:15).
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Ep. 143 - An (Almost) Comeback for the Ages
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gathers to discuss Dan Campbell era opening with an incredible (almost) 4th quarter comeback. They start things off by reacting to the news that Jeff Okudah injury news and ponder if he will ever be the same player again (2:25). Then, they pivot into their dissection of the poor defensive effort that allowed the 49ers to score 38 points in Ford Field (6:20). Afterwards, they talk about a few of the bright spots on the offensive side of the ball (16:20), including a promising running game that could impact their chances to win in Lambeau next Monday (23:00).
*We apologize for the lower quality audio in this episode. We will improve it going forward*
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Ep. 142 - Entering The Lions Den with Nick Newman and Week 1 Predictions
The Blue Kool-Aid krew are here to get you FIRED UP for Week 1. We welcome 49ers fan Nick Newman from The Faithful Fanatic Podcast into the Lion's Den to talk about the Lions' Opening game and his lifelong 49ers fandom. Then, we turned the mics on ourselves and gave out our Week 1 predictions (25:20)!
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Ep. 141 - 2021 Season Predictions
We are on the cusp of the 2021 NFL season and the Blue Kool-Aid krew is here to give you all of their predictions. They start things off by who will be the team's rookie of the year (1:30) before moving on to who will be the squad's offensive MVP (10:05). Then, they move over to the defensive side of the ball where the few members of the krew think that Romeo Okwara could be the Lions' defensive MVP (19:26). Finally, everyone picks Detroit's team record (33:10) with one saying that the Lions will be UNDER .500!
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Ep. 140 - 53-Man Roster Cut Reactions
With most of the Blue Kool-Aid krew out, UJ, Big Z, and Producer Kid J sussed through their thoughts and feeling about the Lions' 53-man roster cutdowns. The krew goes through all of the positions including running backs (4:15), wide receivers (8:25), offensive line (14:50), linebackers (23:20), and the secondary (27:20).
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Ep. 139 - Highlights and lowlights from Preseason Week 2
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather not only to say good-bye to Lions institution and long snapper Don Muhlbach, but to talk about the good and the bad from week 2 of the preseason. Zach kicks things off with fiery concern for Penei Sewell's play against the Steelers defensive line (2:40) before pivoting to the Lions' 80-man roster cutdowns (9:30). Then, UJ talks about rookie LB Derick Barnes' standout performance and how he is the antI-TavaI (11:55). Afterward, Bob talks about how Brock Wright caught his eye on Saturday (17:30). After the game recap is done, the krew bids Dn Muhlbach a fond farewell after being cut last week (27:40). Finally, everyone digs into what they are looking for in the Lions' final preseason action this weekend against the Indianapolis Colts (35:40).
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Ep. 139 - Preseason Week 1 Reactions
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gathers to talk about the ups and downs of the Lions' 16-15 loss to the Buffalo Bills to open up the 2021 preseason. Everyone goes around the horn to give out their initial reactions to the game (1:00) and then spotlight the player who stood out in a good or bad way (7:50). After, they all share the same concern about the backup offensive line's troubling play with Logan Stenberg still being a cause for concern (17:00).
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Ep. 138 - Calvin Johnson HOF and what we want to see in the Lions first preseason game
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather to talk about their excitement leading up to the Lions' first preseason game! Before they do that, they talk about Calvin Johnson's Hall of Fame induction speech (2:00), Amon-Ra St. Brown's continued training camp success (14:20), and T.J. Hockenson's potential this upcoming season (22:10). The krew then turns their attention to Friday's first preseason game against the Buffalo Bills abd discuss what they're looking for in Dan Campbell's first game as Detroit head coach (23:50).
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Ep. 137 - Week 1 Lions Training Camp Updates
The Blue Kool-Aid krew is FIRED UP about all of the positive things coming out of training camp. Some of the things they are excited about are the defensive line rotation (5:15), the leadership Jared Goff has displayed so far (14:30), and rookie WR Amon-Ra St. Brown being the big individual standout of camp thus far, and Dan Campbell's impact on the tone of camp (28:00).
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Ep. 136 - Training Camp Battles To Watch For
The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite on training camp eve to talk about the most important position battles going in training camp. They kick things off with the wide receiver competition and if the new free-agent signees will stand out against rookie Amon-Ra St. Brown and second-year wideout Quintez Cephus (1:45). Then, they go into one of the most interesting position groups, the linebackers, and if Jahlani Tavai will make it on the opening day roster or not (9:45). After, they discuss what was one of the weakest positions, the safety group, and that group will gel in Aaron Gleen's new defense (14:10). The krew then goes deep on what might be the most exciting position group in camp in the defensive linemen and how their high draft picks will mesh with the new veteran faces (17:20). Finally, the krew touch on their favorite players that they are excited to follow during camp (34:30).
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Ep. 135 - Will You Be Rooting For Matthew Stafford In 2021 And Why You Should Have Hope For The 2021 Season
The NFL might be in a bit of hibernation right now before training camp, but the Blue Kool-Aid krew isn't! The full-squad gathers to talk about a few of the things on their mind, including whether or not they will continue rooting for Matthew Stafford now that he is a member of the Los Angeles Rams (2:30). They also break down a recent article from SB Nation's Pride of Detroit about why the Lions shouldn't have hope in 2021 (10:30).
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Ep. 134 - Way Too Early Starter Predictions
The Blue Kool-Aid Krew gathers during the dog days of the NFL offseason to give their WAY too early predictions about the 2021 starting lineup. They start with the offense first and get into it about the running backs (6:10) and wide receivers (20:40). Then, they switch to the defensive side of the ball and dive into where the many fresh faces amongst the defensive line will end up playing (28:50 and how the defensive backfield will shake out (41:15).
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Ep. 133 - *Audio corrected* Mini-camp updates and the most exciting coach on the Lions staff
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gathers to talk about all of the developments coming out of mini-camp. UJ gets excited about the strides that undrafted TE Brock Wright has made in mini-camp and why he is UJ's under-the-radar pick to make the regular-season roster (2:10). Then, the guys go through the various standouts from the wide receiver group, including long-time practice squad member Victor Bolden (7:50). After, they discuss how reportedly "untouchable" D'Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams have been in 7-on-7 drills and how that development could shape the Lions' passing game next season (16:50). Finally, everyone goes around and discusses which new coaching staff member excites them the most (19:00).
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Ep. 132 - Jahlani Tavai goes on a diet, Todd Gurley visits, and other OTA Updates
The Blue Kool-Aid krew come back together after a long break to discuss all of the happenings at Lions' OTAs. They start off by discussing Jahlani Tavai's recent weight loss and how that could help him improve his play in Aaron Glenn's new defense (2:00). The krew also breaks down Todd Gurley's recent visit to Detroit's facility (12:30) and how D'Andre Swift should receive the lion's share of the carries in the new run-heavy offense (14:30). Finally, everyone gives their opinion on the new uniform number rule (22:00).
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Ep. 131 - 2021 NFL Draft Review
The Blue Kool-Aid krew comes in FIRED UP to talk about the Lions trenches-heavy 2021 draft class. They start off by breaking down the Penei Sewell pick and how he is going to be a tone-setting for the new team culture (1:50). Then, they discuss Brad Holmes and co's decision to double down on beefing the line of scrimmage with two defensive linemen in the second and third rounds (10:40). Things move to the middle rounds where they discuss the selections of USC WR Amon-Ra St. Brown and Purdue LB Derrick Barnes (22:00). Finally, everyone gives out their grades for the Lions 2021 NFL Draft class (36:00).
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Ep. 130 - FINAL 2021 NFL Mock Draft
The Blue Kool Aid krew gathers on draft week to give out their mock draft selections for the Lions. Everyone goes through the bevy of options available to Detroit at the #7 pick, including a trade (2:30)! Then in round 2, the guys select some different options on the offensive side of the ball (18:40). As they turn to their mid-round selections, some of the krew decides to upgrade the porous defense (25:50). Then they go to round 4 (39:00) where the guys seek out some good value for the Honolulu Blue as they reach the end of Detroit's projected picks. Finally, they wrap things off in Round 5 where UJ and Bob pick their favorite name in the draft (45:00).
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Ep 129 - The offensive prospects that we'd draft per round of the 2021 NFL Draft
3/5th of the Blue Kool Aid Krew come together a week before the draft to break down the offensive players they'd draft in each round of the draft. They start off by discussing the bevy of options available to the Lions at pick #7 (2:20). Then, they go to the second round where they talk about potential running back and wide receiver options (22:00). After, the guys go into the mid-round options in the 3rd (35:10) and 4th (42:00). Finally, the krew goes through their favorite late-round options (49:35).
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Ep. 128 - What defensive players we'd select in each round of the 2021 Draft
The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to break down all of their favorite defensive prospects by round. They start with what they'd do in the first round (2:15), 2nd (12:50) and 3rd rounders (22:50) on Day 2, and go all the way to Day 3 with the 4th (32:20) and 5th rounds (37:30).
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Ep. 127 - Mocking the first two rounds of the 2021 draft
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gets together to mock the top ten of the 2021 draft leading up to the Lions pick at #7 (3:30) before piking who they think Detroit will select in the 1st round (19:00). Then they move onto the second round where a plethora of options awaits Detroit at pick #41 (28:15).
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Ep. 126 - The Lions Present and Future with ESPN's Michael Rothstein
The Blue Kool-Aid krew reconvenes after free agency to discuss the Lions present and future with special guest Michael Rothstein! The guys discuss whether or not Michael was a Lions fan growing up (3:30), the possibility that Detroit uses their 1st-round pick on a wide receiver (9:15), what the future of the pass rush will look like (18:40), and what the Lions' team-building approach will be over the next few years (31:30).
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Ep. 125 - Kenny Golladay headed to free agency & top FA targets
The Blue Kool-Aid Krew reconvenes on the week before free agency to discuss the news that Kenny Golladay wasn't franchise tagged by the Lions (2:00), the potential roster cuts coming with the salary cap going down (7:40), and the Tyrell Williams signing (16:40). Also the Blue Kool-Aid krew discusses what one position group they'd like to see the Lions invest in free agency (30:20).
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Ep. 124 - Matt Stafford Trade Reaction
The Lions finally did it and traded Matt Stafford away to the Los Angeles Rams. The Blue Kool-Aid krew breaks down their initial thoughts about the trade (1:50), how the Lions will build the team using the incoming draft capital (9:30), and how Jared Goff will fare as a Lion.
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Ep. 123 - Matt Stafford Trade Scenarios, Dan Campbell's Press Conference, Coaching and FO Hires
The Blue Kool-Aid Krew gathers to discuss the fallout of Matt Stafford's trade demand and what his legacy on the Lions will be as well as what they expect to get for him on the trade market (2:15). The krew also talks about some of the excitement that Dan Campbell's introductory press conference created (22:00), and a rundown of the recent coaching and front office hires Detroit has made (23:40).
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Ep. 122 - Lions make Dan Campbell their next head coach
The Blue Kool-Aid krew breaks down the hiring of Dan Campbell as the Lions new head coach. They discuss what ways he is different from Matt Patricia, how he and new general manager Brad Holmes will work together. Also, the krew addresses a hypothetical Matt Stafford trade that could send him to Houston.
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Ep 121 - 🚨🚨🚨 Lions Hire Brad Holmes as GM 🚨🚨🚨
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather for an emergency podcast to talk about the Lions hiring Rams Director of College Scouting Brad Holmes as their new general manager. They discuss how it could impact on Stafford's place on the 2021 roster, the draft and the future of the franchise.
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Ep. 120 - GM/Head Coach Search Update and 2020 Season Grades
The Blue Kool Aid Krew gathers to grade the 2020 season. Before they do, though, they go into the latest in the GM and head coaching search (2:40). Then, the krew grades each position group on their2020 performance, including offensive line (23:45), running back (29:40), linebackers (58:20), and even owner Sheila Ford Kamp herself (1:26:25) herself!
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Ep. 119 - Previewing the final game of 2020
Big Z flies solo on this episode to discuss what the plays have to play for in Week 17, Jayron Kearse being cut, and his prediction for the final game of the 2020 season.
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Ep. 118 - Lions fall to Titans, Brayden Coombs fired, Week 16 Preview
The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, Ruddog, and UJ breakdown the Lions blowout loss to the Titans, including Titans OC Arthur Smith's HC candidacy. Then, the guys get into the surprise firing of special teams coordinator Brayden Coombs (7:10) and the value of Romeo Okwara on the open market this offseason (9:50). Then, the krew previews Detroit's Week 16 matchup against the Bucs (19:45) and make their world-famous predictions (25:00)!
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Ep. 117 - Chris Spielman joins the franchise and Panthers matchup preview
The Blue Kool Aid krew discusses the latest in the Lions' GM search, including how the addition of legend Chris Spielman to the organization will impact who Detroit selects as their next front office leader (2:30). Then, the krew digs into the tough matchup against the Titans and if they can slow down star RB Derrick Henry. Finally, everyone gives out their world-famous predictions (20:00)!
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Ep. 116 - Down but not out of the playoffs just yet
The Blue Kool Aid krew gathers to talk about the Lions Week 14 loss to the Packers. They start off by discussing the poor defensive effort and total clock domination by Green Bay (3:30) before praising Matt Stafford and the offense's stellar play (7:00). In light of the the defense's latest poor showing, the krew speculates about what Lions starters will be back on the team in 2021 (11:50). Later, they discuss Detroit's slim but definitely possible road to the playoffs as they look ahead to the Titans in Week 15 (21:05).
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Ep. 115 - Lions/Packers Round 2 Preview
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gathers to discuss the Lions big week 14 rematch against the Packers. They start by digging into the injury report and look at a few keys to the game (2:50) before welcoming Packers fan Jay into the Lions Den (8:45). Finally, the krew gives out their world-famous predictions about Sunday's game (26:30)!
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Ep. 114 - The Bevell era starts with a bang
The Blue Kool Aid krew gathers to talk about the exciting Lions comeback road victory against the Bears. They talk about how the team looks reenergized under interim coach Darrell Bevell (2:30), including a career performance from Matt Stafford. The guys break down the positives on both sides of the ball and give out the Matt Stafford Play of the Week (17:30). Finally, the krew previews takes a look at the playoff picture and the possibility of Detroit running the table into the playoffs (28:00).
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Ep. 113 - The Dawn of the Darrell Bevell Era
The Blue Kool-Aid Krew gathers on the eve of Week 13 to discuss the Lions opening day rematch with the Chicago Bears. They discuss how interim coach Darrell Bevell's immediate impact on the Lions and if that can turn around their play (4:15). Then, the krew welcomes in Bears fan Barney into the Lions Den (10:50). Finally, the krew dishes out their world-famous predictions on Detroit's Week 13 game (30:50).
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Ep. 112 - 🚨🚨 Lions Fire Quinn & Patricia 🚨🚨
The Blue Kool-Aid Krew gathers moments after the Lions the firing of GM Bob Quinn and head coach Matt Patricia to talk about Detroit's decision and the future of the franchise. The guys talk about potential candidates for GM and head coach and who they would like to see as the next leaders of the Lions.
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Ep. 111 - Lions battle the Texans on Thanksgiving
After a disappointing Week 11 loss, the Blue Kool-Aid Krew stuffs themselves with some kool-aid and previews the Lions' Thanksgiving matchup against the Texans. They discuss how the Lions defense will fare against the speedy Texans offense (4:00) and how the Detroit offense will fare against a porous Houston defense (8:00). Finally, the krew gives out their world-famous predictions for the annual Turkey Day game (14:15)!
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Ep. 110 - One of the most disappointing Lions losses ever
A solemn Blue Kool-Aid krew gathers to talk about the Lions' first shutout loss since 2009 against the Panthers. UJ and Bob talk about where this ranks among worst defeats in their lifetimes (2:50), and then the krew looks ahead to the future. They discuss when Patricia should be fired (13:50), what's the likelihood of an offseason Matthew Stafford trade (19:00), and the coach and GM candidates Detroit could look at for 2021 (22:50).
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Ep. 109 - Can the Lions get to .500 against the Panthers?
The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, Ruddog, and UJ preview the Lions Week 11 matchup vs the Panthers. They start off by going through Detroits mounting injury list, including the sudden questionable availability of De'Andre Swift for Sunday's game (2:30), then go into the game preview and how the Lions can exploit the young Panthers team on both sides of the ball (7:45). Finally, everyone gives their world-famous predictions (15:00)!
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Ep. 108 - Lions get their first home win in over a year
The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, Ruddog, and UJ break down the Lions thrilling win against the Washington Football Team. They talk about DeAndre Swift's breakout performance (9:10), the excellent play in the trenches (14:10), and how the Lions defense against running backs will fare against the Panthers next week (26:20).
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Ep. 107 - Week 10 Preview
The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather to talk about the Lions righting the ship against Washington in Week 10. They discuss how with Detroit's injury report filling up, how the team's depth will hold up against the Washington Football Team (4:45). The guys then go into how the Lions offensive line can handle the Football Team's fierce defensive front (8:45) and attack the edges of the defense (12:15). Finally, everyone makes their world-famous predictions (15:55)!
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Ep. 106 - Same old thing against the Vikings
The Blue Kool-Aid Krew reconvene after yet another frustrating loss at the hands of the Vikings. They talk about Stafford's difficult week in COVID isolation and how that translated onto the field (6:10), Matt Prater's continued struggles (9:45), and when the DTBK crew thinks Patricia's time in Detroit will come to an end (12:30). Then, the guys switch to the defensive side of the ball (18:10) and talk about the defensive backfield breakdowns while giving Romeo Okwara some shine (20:35).
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Ep. 105 - Week 9 Preview vs the Vikings
Big Z, Ruddog, and UJ gather to talk about the Lions first matchup of the year against the Minnesota Vikings. They go into the COVID list placement of Matt Stafford and how it could affect the offense should he not be able to play Sunday (2:00). Then, they discuss Everson Griffen's motivation to play against his former team and how he will factor into the defensive gameplan for Detroit against Dalvin Cook and co (9:00) Finally, everyone makes their world-famous predictions about Sunday's outcome (16:20).
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