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Carlos and Shawn preview the upcoming NFL draft in Detroit this week by inviting Freep Lions reporter Dave Birkett back on to the show. Dave walks the guys through his mock draft picks and hypothetical Lions drafting scenarios. How likely are the Lions to go after a cornerback? Is the team poised to trade and

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This week, the fellas are joined by Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett to try to figure out what, if anything can be done about the Detroit Lions defense. Also, the guys discuss if the main culprit is Aaron Glenn’s scheme, Dan Campbell’s overall plan or Brad Holmes’ eye for talent. 

This week, Carlos and Shawn sift through what we think about the current status of Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell, and whether the losses outweigh the perceived progress. Then, the guys break down the Draymond Green-Jordan Poole punch, and what it says about sports and society at large. Finally, the guys look ahead to the

This week, Shawn is joined by longtime Detroit radio staple Marc Fellhauer, co-host of the “Drew and Mike” podcast and the “ML Soul of Detroit” podcast. The guys break down how much fun the Detroit Lions’ run has been, and also take an early look ahead at Michigan football’s College Football Playoff semifinal game.

This week, Carlos and Shawn gush over the brighter side of the Detroit Lions’ 5-7 season so far. Later, the guys are joined by former Free Press editor Robert Huschka to talk about the World Cup and how Grateful Dead fanatics are not so different from die-hard soccer fans. 

This week, Carlos doubles down on self-appreciation as the guys look at the Detroit Lions’ inexcusable loss to the Carolina Panthers and spar over a lingering question on a potential Michigan vs. Ohio State rematch in the national championship game. 

This week, Carlos & Shawn are joined by Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett to break down what went right and wrong for the Lions this season. They also recap the end-of-the year comments by head coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes as they look ahead to the future. 

This week, Carlos and Shawn welcome back Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett to break down the Detroit Lions, who got a much-needed win Sunday against the Packers. Or did they just hurt their draft standing? Plus, the guys discuss Michigan football and Blake Corum’s NFL draft prospects. 

This week, Carlos and Shawn discuss what Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh’s next career move may be and what’s holding the Detroit Lions back from becoming America’s team. 

This week, the guys trade their views on human nature while talking about Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson’s decision to stay with the team. Later, Carlos & Shawn rank where each of Detroit’s major sports teams stand in making a playoff appearance. 

This week, Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett joins the guys to once again ponder over “the quarterback discussion” and what the Detroit Lions should do with the position. The guys also look at the double-edged sword of success and if Dan Campbell should have been considered for NFL Coach of the Year. 

This week, the guys ruminate on the space between cynicism and skepticism as they discuss how the sports media landscape has evolved. Later, Carlos and Shawn use the remaining playoff teams as the measuring guide for what improvements the Lions need to make in their near future. Finally, as always, we end on our favorite