Episodes
The Detroit Lions are 9-1 after beating the Jacksonville Jaguars 52-6 in Week 11 action from Ford Field. Ben and Kory discuss the dominating day from both sides of the ball, while offering an update on Alex Anzalone's broken forearm. Jared Goff and the offense scored touchdowns on their first seven possessions -- the first time that's happened in an NFL game since 2007. And the defense held the Jaguars to only 170 yards of offense, while now going six straight quarters without allowing a...
Published 11/18/24
Ben and Kory make their mailbag debut as a duo, and what better time than after a wacky win on Sunday Night Football? The guys give their offensive and defensive MVP picks to this point on the season. They also discuss the offensive struggles, thoughts on Za'Darius Smith's impact in his debut, and if the Jaguars have enough in the tank for this to be considered a trap game, among much more. All questions were fielded from MLive's Subtext Insider Texts program, sign up...
Published 11/14/24
The Lions beat the Texans 26-23 on a day where Jared Goff threw five interceptions. Jake Bates hit a pair of 50-plus yard field goals in the fourth quarter, including a 52-yarder at the buzzer for the improbable win. Detroit's defense rose to the occasion, keeping the Texans off the scoreboard in the second half and giving its offense and Bates one last chance to put the game on ice. The Lions are 8-1, winners of seven straight, including a 5-0 stretch despite playing four of their last five...
Published 11/11/24
The Dungeon of Doom bids adieu to Kyle Meinke with one last mailbag episode. Kyle talks through his favorite memories of his decade-plus covering the Lions, and where he's heading next. The guys also welcome Kory Woods to the Dungeon for his first episode of many before joining Ben Raven on the podcast moving forward. We also talk some football, breaking down the Za'Darius Smith addition and evaluating the coordinators and their potential when it comes to head coaching opportunities.  Learn...
Published 11/07/24
The Lions have won six straight, including three in a row from Lambeau Field over the Green Bay Packers. They won 24-14 in Week 9, powered by Kerby Joseph’s pick six, and Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St Brown’s lethal consistency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 11/04/24
Kyle and Ben are back in Allen Park, and they dive deep into the last twist in the Jameson Williams saga. They also field questions about the edge rush heading into next week's trade deadline, and a whole lot more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/31/24
The Lions set a bunch of franchise record in their 52-14 win over the Titans. Most importantly, they are 6-1, marking the best start since 1956 for the franchise. The fellas break it all down while giving Kalif Raymond, Dave Fipp, Ben Johnson, Dan Campbell and Aaron Glenn and Co. their flowers for an impressive showing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/28/24
The guys are back with another mailbag episode and, no surprise, there even more questions about the team's pass rushers and if the Lions are looking to make a trade after the Aidan Hutchinson injury. Also, with the Jameson Williams two-game suspension apparently looming, Kyle and Ben update the situation on the electric wide receiver and what to know moving forward.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/24/24
The Lions are back on top in the NFC North after handing the Minnesota Vikings their first loss of the year. Kyle and Ben discuss the win, what impressed them most (cough, Jared Goff) and their thoughts on the pass rush without Aidan Hutchison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/21/24
Kyle and Ben open the mailbag, and go figure, most of the questions are about Aidan Hutchinson's broken tibia and fibula, and how the Lions replace that elite production. The fellas also tackle questions about Brian Branch's DPOY chances, how the Lions might manufacture pressure in these coming weeks and more food talk!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/17/24
Kyle and Ben were in Dallas for the Lions' huge 47-9 victory over the Cowboys. Detroit was so impressive in the game, but lost star pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson to a broken leg. The fellas break down what it all means for the Lions' title pursuit this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/14/24
The fellas open the mailbag to discuss how the Lions replace Derrick Barnes, why it’s not time to freak out about the secondary and all those penalties yet and our thoughts before a trip back to Dallas. Kyle and Ben also gleefully answer a question about stadium food. We’ve got it all this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/10/24
The Lions finally beat the Seahawks, winning 42-29 on Monday Night Football to head into the bye at 3-1. Kyle and Ben discuss the fireworks, Jared Goff’s perfect day and how this team keeps finding ways to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/01/24
Kyle and Ben are back for another jam-packed mailbag podcast. The fellas answer questions regarding the slew of injuries spread across the roster ahead of a Monday Night Football date with the Seattle Seahawks. They also discuss the challenges the Seahawks bring to the table and what's translated from Baltimore's mighty defense.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/01/24
Kyle and Ben are back with a postgame podcast after the Lions beat the Cardinals 20-13. It was the defense to once again flex its muscle, with the Cardinals struggling to get much of anything going in this one. The Lions offense started hot, leaning on their punishing rushing attack and a clean start from Jared Goff. But when they got blanked in the second half, it was the defense and stud punter Jack Fox to lift them to victory. The guys also discuss the plethora of injuries ahead of...
Published 09/23/24
Kyle and Ben are back with another mailbag from Allen Park, where the Lions (1-1) are preparing to face the Cardinals (1-1) on Sunday in Arizona. Just how good has Aidan Hutchinson been? Just how bad has Ben Johnson and the offense been? Just how ugly is the red zone?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/19/24
Kyle and Ben were in Detroit on Sunday, where the Lions fell 20-16 to Tampa Bay despite doubling up the Buccaneers in yardage. A bone-headed error by Dan Campbell contributed to the loss, as did a 1 of 7 effort in the red zone. The fellas break it all down from Ford Field.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/16/24
Kyle and Ben open up the mailbag ahead of yet another playoff rematch at Ford Field. The guys discuss the defense generating pressure without a ton of sacks, and why they aren’t sweating some of the sloppiness in the secondary or Amon-Ra St. Brown’s quiet game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/12/24
Kyle and Ben are back from Ford Field, where the Detroit Lions opened the season with a thrilling 26-20 overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams. They weren't at their best, but they beat one of the NFC's best anyway. The fellas break down their path to victory, the rise of Jameson Williams, the clutch runs of David Montgomery, and what it all means for their chances this season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/09/24
Kyle and Ben are in Allen Park as the Detroit Lions prepare for their season opener on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams. The guys open up the mailbag for questions about breakout players, biggest concerns and why they think this team has Super Bowl potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/05/24
The Detroit Lions have trimmed their roster heading into the season opener. Kyle and Ben break down the biggest surprises, best strengths and lingering concerns heading into Lions-Rams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 08/29/24
With 18 days until the regular season, Ben and Kyle are back with a jam-packed mailbag. Which position group has been the most improved in camp? Which has been most overhyped? Which stars have balled out? Which have not? The guys discuss it all, and the intrasquad scrimmage that wrapped up camp.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 08/21/24
Ben Solak, who is fresh into his stint at ESPN and embarking on a training camp tour, joins Kyle and Ben (Raven) to offer his thoughts on the Detroit Lions, their expectations and how the pieces are coming together on offense and defense. The guys then offer their takeaways from the feisty week of joint practices and the less feisty preseason opener.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 08/12/24
Kyle and Ben are back from sumer hiatus, and they return with a jam-packed episode. They mull the top standouts from the first two weeks of training camp -- Aidan Hutchinson, Levi Onwuzurike, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams all made the cut -- as well as some of the biggest lingering concerns. Then Justin Rogers joins the program to discuss his new venture, DetroitFootball.net.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 08/02/24