Costa and Jansen with Heather

Hour 2: Processing Cade's injury a day later

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The conversation continues with a reflection on Cade Cunningham's collapsed lung, and what it means for the Pistons with the playoffs on the horizon. ...

Hour 3: What injury in Detroit sports history do you most wish you could undo?

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon spin Cade's injury in a different direction: the most impactful in the history of Detroit sports? Jahvid Best, Kirby Joseph, Reggie Brown,...

Hour 4: Projecting Pistons playoffs scenarios on Cade's return timeline

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue the discussion about Cade Cunningham's collapsed lung, and what it means for the Pistons' outlook for the postseason, depending on w...

Full show: 3.19.2026 - March Madness tips off + Cade out indefinitely

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The show opens with elation over the start of the NCAA Tournament, today at noon ET. Are you playing hooky? The guys think it has to be one of the lea...

Hour 1: Happy March Madness to all who celebrate!

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The NCAA Tournament Round of 64 officially tips off today at noon ET. Jim and Jon are relishing the "gluttony" of overdosing on the barrage of college...

Hour 2: Playing hooky to watch the tournament

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys and Heather discuss calling out "sick" to watch March Madness. Is it overkill to tell your boss that you have explosive diarrhea to get out o...

Hour 3: Lions free agency options - either or neither?

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon discuss a handful of players the Lions could target in free agency. Jon critiques Rory McIlroy's Masters menu. More on living with parents...

Hour 4: Breaking - Cade Cunningham out with collapsed lung

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon react in real time to the news of Pistons star Cade Cunningham being sidelined for at least a couple weeks due to a collapsed lung. What d...

Full Show: Lions Draft Boards and the Skubal Backlash

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cost & Jansen break down the latest NFL mock draft and the Detroit Lions' strategy for securing their offensive line. They also explore why some Detro...

HR 1: The Tarik Skubal Debate

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Detroit sports community debates whether Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal's recent decisions reflect a "soft" competitive edge or standard modern pitching...

HR 2: Is Detroit Turning on Tarik Skubal?

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen examine the growing disconnect between Detroit fans and Tigers' pitcher Tarik Skubal, questioning whether his limited availability duri...

HR 3: Solving the Lions' O-Line Issues in the Draft

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Detroit Lions' draft strategy is under the microscope as analysts debate whether the team should trade up to secure a top offensive tackle like Mo...

HR 4: More NFL Draft Scenarios

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen weigh the benefits of drafting high-caliber tackles like Blake Miller against the optics of Skubal’s recent participation decisions a...

Full Show: 3.17.26 - The most wonderful time of the sports year

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon discuss potential underdog stories as the NCAA Tournament draws near. Are the coming weeks the best point in the sports calendar? Plus, ho...

Hour 1: Identifying potential March Madness Cinderellas

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The show begins with Jim and Jon examining potential Cinderella stories for the upcoming NCAA tournament, highlighting underdogs like Santa Clara, Hig...

Hour 2: Is March the best time of the sports calendar?

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon explore the strategies and superstitions surrounding picking local favorites like Michigan and Michigan State in NCAA bracket pools. The c...

Hour 3: The hierarchy of Detroit sports teams

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon debate the pecking order of Detroit sports teams, ranking the Lions first and the Tigers second while discussing how factors like player r...

Hour 4: Why you shouldn't pick Michigan to win it all

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon debate the strategic value of picking local favorite Michigan to win a March Madness bracket while considering the mathematical advantage ...

Full Show: 3.16.26 - Reacting to Selection Sunday

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The gang is back from an interesting weekend highlighted by the Oscars and Selection Sunday. The Wolverines and Spartans have high hopes after earning...

Hour 3: Spartans in the 'Region of Doom'

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hour 3: Jim and Jon continue with their reaction to Michigan State getting a third seed in what they say is a very rugged East Region. The Spartans co...

Hour 4: National pundit picks Michigan-MSU for tourney final

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon react to former Virginia Tech coach turned CBS analyst Seth Greenberg picking a Wolverines-Spartans championship game in the NCAA Tourname...

Hour 1: Breaking down NCAA Tourney outlook for Michigan, MSU

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa, Jansen and Heather discuss the big storylines from the weekend: The Oscars, and Selection Sunday for the NCAA Tournament. The Wolverines receiv...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Are You Losing Patience With Brad Holmes? + Should Lions Be NFC North Favorites? + More!

14 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen get this week's Best Of Lions started with a discussion about their patience with Brad Holmes as he continues to stay passive in free a...

3/13/27 - Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Who is the favorite in the NFC North? Cookie Jar, Restaurant pet peeves

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

3/13/27 - Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Who is the favorite in the NFC North? Cookie Jar, Restaurant pet peeves

9:00 HOUR: Are the Lions really the favorites in the NFC North? Heather's News

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Are the Lions really the favorites in the NFC North? Heather's News

8:00 HOUR: Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Restaurant pet peeves

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Is the sky falling on the Red Wings? Restaurant pet peeves

7:00 HOUR: Who is the NFC North favorite? Cookie Jar

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Who is the NFC North favorite? Cookie Jar

6:00 HOUR: Should Miami (OH) still get in the NCAA Tournament? Are injuries an excuse for the Red Wings?

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: Should Miami (OH) still get in the NCAA Tournament? Are injuries an excuse for the Red Wings?

Cookie Jar: Spring is coming

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss 3-1-3 Day, St. Patrick's Day, Opening Day, and more!

3/12/26 - NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day 3, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes?

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

3/12/26 - NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day 3, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes?

9:00 HOUR: Detroit Do-overs, Red Wings Panic Meter

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Detroit Do-overs, Red Wings Panic Meter

8:00 HOUR: Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes? Heather gives us the news

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes? Heather gives us the news

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

6:00 HOUR: NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day3, Wants vs. needs for the Lions

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: NFL Free Agent Frenzy: Day3, Wants vs. needs for the Lions

Detroit Do-Overs, Pt 2

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after the Ravens backed off of a trade for Maxx Crosby

Detroit Do-Overs, Pt 1

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Ravens rescinding their deal with Maxx Crosby continues to be the biggest story this week in the NFL

Dear Jon: Should I tell him?

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon gives advice on issues involving a best friend's fiance, how young is too young for a boyfriend, and the Lions in Germany

Free Agent Frenzy: Day 3

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon go through the big signings from the third day of NFL Free Agency

Bill from Trenton tries the Two Grand Slam

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you do better than Bill in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?

Wants vs. Needs for the Lions

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim quizzes Jon on 10 spots on the Lions roster

Are you losing patience with Brad Holmes?

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Lions have been very quiet in the first three days of NFL Free Agency

3/11/26 - The Lions finally re-work Goff's contract, Is the collapse on for the Red Wings? Names you always butcher, Did the Ravens pull a fast one?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

3/11/26 - The Lions finally re-work Goff's contract, Is the collapse on for the Red Wings? Names you always butcher, Did the Ravens pull a fast one?

9:00 HOUR: The Lions finally restructure Jared Goff's contract, Heather's News

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: The Lions finally restructure Jared Goff's contract, Heather's News

8:00 HOUR: Is the collapse on for the Wings? Names you always butcher

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Is the collapse on for the Wings? Names you always butcher

7:00 HOUR: Do Big Ten coaches not respect Dusty May, Free Agent Frenzy: Day 2

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Do Big Ten coaches not respect Dusty May, Free Agent Frenzy: Day 2

6:00 HOUR: The Red Wings blow another two points, Are the Lions doing enough in free agency?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: The Red Wings blow another two points, Are the Lions doing enough in free agency?

Are the Lions doing enough in free agency? Pt 2

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion as the NFL free agent period enters its third day

Are the Lions doing enough in free agency? Pt 1

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Lions added RB Isaiah Pacheco yesterday

Are the Red Wings going to make the playoffs?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim is convinced the collapse is on after the Red Wings surrendered two goals in the last 90 seconds of a loss to the Panthers

Did the Ravens pull a fast one to sign Trey Hendrickson?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The morning after pulling out of the Maxx Crosby trade, the Ravens signed the free agent Hendrickson

Do Big Ten coaches not respect Dusty May?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The media selected Dusty May as the Big Ten Coach of the Year, but the coaches selected Nebraska's Fred Hoiberg with that honor

Free Agent Frenzy: Day 2

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon review some of the bigger stories coming out of the second day of NFL Free Agency

How should the Lions use their new salary cap space?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Lions restructured Jared Goff's contract to free up space under their salary cap

Names you always mess up

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon had trouble doing an interview with Michigan hockey goalie Jack Ivankovic

Was Bam Adebayo's 83 point "ethical"

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Adebayo scored 83 points against the Wizards, thanks in part to the Heat intentionally fouling to get the ball back

3/10/26 - The Lions sign a new center, Free Agent Frenzy, Two Grand Slam, Steve Yzerman

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

3/10/26 - The Lions sign a new center, Free Agent Frenzy, Two Grand Slam, Steve Yzerman

9:00 HOUR: What's the next move for the Lions? Heather gives us the news

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: What's the next move for the Lions? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: Steve Yzerman joins us, Why haven't the Lions restructured Jared Goff's contract yet?

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Steve Yzerman joins us, Why haven't the Lions restructured Jared Goff's contract yet?

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, What are the Lions getting with Cade Mays?

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, What are the Lions getting with Cade Mays?

6:00 HOUR: Tarik Skubal makes his WBC decision, Free Agent Frenzy

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: Tarik Skubal makes his WBC decision, Free Agent Frenzy

Free Agent Frenzy

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon rate some of the biggest deals made on Day 1 of NFL Free Agency

Tarik Skubal's WBC decision

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon isn't exactly holding his breath to find out what Skubal will be doing this spring

Tony from Muskegon tries the Two Grand Slam

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you do better than Tony in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?

What are the Lions getting with Cade Mays?

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Lions signed the former Panthers center to a 3-year, $25-million deal

What's next for the Lions in free agency?

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Lions signed center Cade Mays on Day 1

Why haven't the Lions restructuring Jared Goff's contract yet?

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's the eve of the new league year, and Goff's contract is still slated to eat up nearly $70-million of the Lions' salary cap

Steve Yzerman reviews the trade deadline with us

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Wings GM joins us to talk about the acquisitions of Justin Faulk and David Perron, Dylan Larkin's injury status, and the playoff push

3/9/26 - Heather's karaoke recap, Was Tom Izzo a sore loser yesterday? Taylor Decker and the Lions split, Is there panic in Pistontown?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

3/9/26 - Heather's karaoke recap, Was Tom Izzo a sore loser yesterday? Taylor Decker and the Lions split, Is there panic in Pistontown?

9:00 HOUR: How do the Lions approach legal tampering? Heather gives us the news

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: How do the Lions approach legal tampering? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: Panic in Pistontown? An old friend drops by

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Panic in Pistontown? An old friend drops by

7:00 HOUR: Taylor Decker and the Lions split, Was Tom Izzo being a sore loser?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Taylor Decker and the Lions split, Was Tom Izzo being a sore loser?

6:00 HOUR: Heather's karaoke recap, Michigan fans get under Tom Izzo's skin

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: Heather's karaoke recap, Michigan fans get under Tom Izzo's skin

Has Michigan Basketball closed the gap on Michigan State?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines won the Big Ten and both games against the Spartans in Dusty May's second year

Did Michigan fans get under Tom Izzo's skin?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Izzo was annoyed by Little Brother chants at the end of Michigan's 90-80 win over MSU

Heather's karaoke recap

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Heather shares her adventure in doing karaoke for the first time

How will the Lions fix the offensive line without Taylor Decker?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Decker announced that he has asked for his release from the Lions

Panic in Pistontown?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Pistons have dropped four straight, including a 23-point blown lead against the woeful Nets

Stoney's surprise visit

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney mistakenly came into the station today, so he joined us for a few minutes

Best of Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Cause For Concern?

07 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It appears teams are looking to exploit the Pistons weaknesses. Are you concerned about the NBA Playoffs?

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Lions Free Agency Buzzkill, How They Fix The O-Line, and More!

07 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen kick off this week's Best Of Lions with a discussion of why everything we've heard about their offseason plans has been a buzzkill. The...

3/6/26 - Time to readjust Pistons expectations? Have our teams ruined the excitement of trade deadlines? Cookie Jar, Heather needs help finding a karaoke song

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

3/6/26 - Time to readjust Pistons expectations? Have our teams ruined the excitement of trade deadlines? Cookie Jar, Heather needs help finding a ka...

9:00 HOUR: More karaoke suggestions for Heather, Heather gives us the news

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: More karaoke suggestions for Heather, Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: Is more coming for the Red Wings today? Heather needs help finding a karaoke song

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Is more coming for the Red Wings today? Heather needs help finding a karaoke song

7:00 HOUR: Have the Pistons hit a wall? Cookie Jar

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Have the Pistons hit a wall? Cookie Jar

6:00 HOUR: The Spurs are a bad matchup for the Pistons (and the rest of the NBA), Have our teams ruined the excitement of trade deadlines?

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: The Spurs are a bad matchup for the Pistons (and the rest of the NBA), Have our teams ruined the excitement of trade deadlines?

Cookie Jar: The last movie to make you cry

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss no-trade clauses, being on a jury, vacation, and more!

Do Pistons expectations need to be adjusted?

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Victor Wembenyama scored 38 points and had 16 rebounds as the Spurs handled the Pistons

Have our teams ruined the excitement of trade deadlines?

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The NHL trade deadline is today at 3pm

Karaoke songs for Heather, Pt 2

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after Heather told us she's going to a karaoke bar this weekend

Karaoke songs for Heather, Pt 1

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Heather is going to a karaoke bar this weekend, but she doesn't know what song to sing!

3/5/26 - The Red Wings let a point slip away, Costa's GM envy, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

3/5/26 - The Red Wings let a point slip away, Costa's GM envy, Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

9:00 HOUR: Should Michigan be like Mississippi? Heather's News

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Should Michigan be like Mississippi? Heather's News

8:00 HOUR: The clock is ticking toward the NHL trade deadline, Costa's GM envy

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: The clock is ticking toward the NHL trade deadline, Costa's GM envy

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

6:00 HOUR: A bad loss for the Wings, Are we sure Brad Holmes came from the Rams?

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: A bad loss for the Wings, Are we sure Brad Holmes came from the Rams?

Costa's GM envy, Pt 2

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after the big Chiefs-Rams trade yesterday

Costa's GM envy, Pt 1

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Chiefs and Rams made a huge deal sending CB Trent McDuffie to Los Angeles

Dear Jon: Missing Dad

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon gives advice on situations steelhead fishing, the will, Jon in college, and a dad gone too soon

Should NIL money be tax-exempt?

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Mississippi House just passed a bill that would make NIL money exempt from state income tax

Is this the beginning of a collapse for the Red Wings?

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In their first home game in March, the Wings blew a two-goal lead in an overtime loss to the Golden Knights