Costa and Jansen with Heather

9:00 HOUR: Day 2 options for the Lions, Reaction to the Yzer-presser

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Day 2 options for the Lions, Reaction to the Yzer-presser

8:00 HOUR: Why not Monroe Freeling? Do you wish the Lions traded up?

24 Apr 2026

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8:00 HOUR: Why not Monroe Freeling? Do you wish the Lions traded up?

7:00 HOUR: Has the o-line been secured? Cookie Jar

24 Apr 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Has the o-line been secured? Cookie Jar

6:00 HOUR: A Jansen-approved selection, NFL Draft Round 1 Review

24 Apr 2026

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6:00 HOUR: A Jansen-approved selection, NFL Draft Round 1 Review

Cookie Jar: NFL Draft Edition

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Vrussini, the Tigers road trip to Cincinnati, cake vs. pie, and more!

NFL Draft Round 1 Review

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon go through the biggest storylines from Day 1 of the NFL Draft

97.1 The Ticket's 2026 NFL Draft Show: First-round reaction and analysis

24 Apr 2026

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Jeff Riger, Rico Beard and special guest caller Mike Valenti come together for a special show, providing coverage of the first round of the NFL Draft ...

4/23/26 - Who is in control of the Pistons-Magic series? Who should the Lions take a chance on? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

23 Apr 2026

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4/23/26 - Who is in control of the Pistons-Magic series? Who should the Lions take a chance on? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

9:00 HOUR: Should the Lions take a chance on this guy? What do you want to hear from Steve Yzerman today?

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Should the Lions take a chance on this guy? What do you want to hear from Steve Yzerman today?

8:00 HOUR: Who is in control of a series tied 1-1? Do the Pistons have an attendance problem?

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Who is in control of a series tied 1-1? Do the Pistons have an attendance problem?

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

23 Apr 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

6:00 HOUR: The Pistons even the series, National Take a Chance Day

23 Apr 2026

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6:00 HOUR: The Pistons even the series, National Take a Chance Day

Dear Jon: A dying wish

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon gives advice on living in the city, an odd request, and a tough speech

Do the Pistons have an issue with playoff attendance?

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim noticed some empty seats at tip-off of last night's Pistons playoff game

Kadyn Proctor: Yay or Nay? Pt 2

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion about the offensive tackle prospect from Alabama

Kadyn Proctor: Yay or Nay? Pt 1

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

ESPN's Peter Schrager has mocked the Lions trading up to select the offensive tackle from Alabama

Keith from Ypsilanti tries the Two Grand Slam

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Who is in control of the Pistons-Magic series?

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After splitting the first two games in Detroit, the Magic and Pistons are tied at one game apiece as the series shifts to Orlando

Who should the Lions take a chance on?

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Round 1 of the NFL Draft happens to fall on National Take A Chance Day this year

4/22/26 - Are you feeling like Rasheed Wallace did? Best cover songs, Jim and Jon's mock draft, Ross Tucker

22 Apr 2026

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4/22/26 - Are you feeling like Rasheed Wallace did? Best cover songs, Jim and Jon's mock draft, Ross Tucker

9:00 HOUR: Jon sounds off on Mike Vrabel sound, The Pistons face a must-win Game 2

22 Apr 2026

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9:00 HOUR: Jon sounds off on Mike Vrabel sound, The Pistons face a must-win Game 2

8:00 HOUR: Ross Tucker previews the NFL Draft with us, Which Detroit coach would make the best talking head?

22 Apr 2026

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8:00 HOUR: Ross Tucker previews the NFL Draft with us, Which Detroit coach would make the best talking head?

7:00 HOUR: Best cover songs, Jim and Jon's alternating pick mock draft

22 Apr 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Best cover songs, Jim and Jon's alternating pick mock draft

6:00 HOUR: Jake Rogers sums up the Tigers game, Are you feeling like Rasheed Wallace did?

22 Apr 2026

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6:00 HOUR: Jake Rogers sums up the Tigers game, Are you feeling like Rasheed Wallace did?

Ross Tucker previews the NFL Draft with us

22 Apr 2026

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Ross Tucker joins us to preview the NFL Draft

Are you as confident as Rasheed Wallace was? Pt 2

22 Apr 2026

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We continue our discussion ahead of the Pistons' critical Game 2

Are you as confident as Rasheed Wallace was? Pt 1

22 Apr 2026

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The Pistons face a must-win Game 2 tonight

Best cover songs, Pt 2

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion as we give away Weezer tickets every day this week

Best cover songs, Pt 1

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Weezer's cover of Toto's "Africa" is considered one of the best ever

Jon responds to Mike Vrabel

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Vrabel talked to the media yesterday

Costa and Jansen Mock Draft

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim and Jon start their own mock draft, alternating picks until the Lions at 17

Which current Detroit coach would make the best talking head?

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin will join NBC as part of their Sunday Night Football coverage

4/21/26 - Lions dream draft scenarios, Do the Tigers have a Tork problem again? Are we sure Jalen Duren is a max guy? Two Grand Slam

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

4/21/26 - Lions dream draft scenarios, Do the Tigers have a Tork problem again? Are we sure Jalen Duren is a max guy? Two Grand Slam

9:00 HOUR: Are we sure Jalen Duren is a max guy? Heather gives us the news

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Are we sure Jalen Duren is a max guy? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: This move from the Tigers game upset Jon, Are bachelor parties no longer going to strip clubs?

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: This move from the Tigers game upset Jon, Are bachelor parties no longer going to strip clubs?

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Lions dream draft scenarios

21 Apr 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Lions dream draft scenarios

6:00 HOUR: A PFT mock draft has the Lions passing on Jon's guy, Do the Tigers have a Tork problem again?

21 Apr 2026

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6:00 HOUR: A PFT mock draft has the Lions passing on Jon's guy, Do the Tigers have a Tork problem again?

Are strip clubs no longer a must-do at bachelor parties? Pt 2

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after Jim Costa's bachelor party weekend

Are strip clubs no longer a must-do at bachelor parties? Pt 1

21 Apr 2026

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During Jim's 17-man extravaganza weekend, the group did not go to a strip club

Are we sure Jalen Duren a max player? Pt 2

21 Apr 2026

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We continue our discussion after Duren's struggles in Game 1

Are we sure Jalen Duren a max player? Pt 1

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The impending free agent had a nonexistent Game 1 against the magic

Do the Tigers have a Tork problem again?

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A.J. Hinch brought in Spencer Torkelson to pinch-hit for Colt Keith as the Tigers were trying to rally in the 9th

What's your Lions dream draft scenario?

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We're only two days away from the NFL Draft

Andrew from Ypsilanti takes his shot at the Two Grand Slam

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Best of the Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: How concerning was the Game 1 loss?

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Ticket team breaks down a disappointing Game 1 performance as the Pistons fall to the Magic. After a lackluster effort to open the series, the cre...

4/20/26 - What went wrong for the Pistons? Were the doubters proven right? Jon's Spring Game observations, Costa's bachelor party recap

20 Apr 2026

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4/20/26 - What went wrong for the Pistons? Were the doubters proven right? Jon's Spring Game observations, Costa's bachelor party recap

9:00 HOUR: We continue our discussion about the Pistons' Game 1 loss, Heather gives the news

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: We continue our discussion about the Pistons' Game 1 loss, Heather gives the news

8:00 HOUR: What went wrong for the Pistons in Game 1?

20 Apr 2026

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8:00 HOUR: What went wrong for the Pistons in Game 1?

7:00 HOUR: Jon's Spring Game observations, Costa's bachelor party recap

20 Apr 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Jon's Spring Game observations, Costa's bachelor party recap

6:00 HOUR: Heather gets pulled over, Were the doubters right about the Pistons?

20 Apr 2026

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6:00 HOUR: Heather gets pulled over, Were the doubters right about the Pistons?

How concerned are you after the Pistons' Game 1 loss? Pt 3

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after the Magic took Game 1 at LCA

How concerned are you after the Pistons' Game 1 loss? Pt 2

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after the Magic took Game 1 at LCA

How concerned are you after the Pistons' Game 1 loss? Pt 1

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Magic took Game 1 at LCA 112-101

Costa's bachelor party recap?

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Did Jim commit a party foul by not letting the groom win?

Jon's takeaways from the Michigan Spring Game

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Michigan conducted their annual Spring Football Game on Saturday

Best of Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: AJ Hinch And The Tigers Have Now Won 6 In A Row

18 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Detroit Tigers manager joined Costa and Jansen earlier this week to talk about the Tigers early on in the season and the hosts react to the six game w...

Best of Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Draft for need, or best player available?

18 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

97.1 The Ticket presents a selection of conversations from during the past week about the Lions and the NFL Draft, from Costa & Jansen with Heather, K...

J.B. Bickerstaff: Was Cade Cunningham's injury a blessing in disguise?

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

J.B. Bickerstaff joins us ahead of the Pistons first round playoff series against the winner of tonight's Magic-Hornets play-in

Cookie Jar: Jansen's Bacon Bits

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss doing something none of the others have, knowing when or how you'll die, an age to be for the rest of your life, and more!

A.J. Hinch: "He has a lot of work to do"

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A.J. Hinch joins us to talk about Kevin McGonigle's contract extension, Riley Greene's new approach at the plate, and Kenley Jansen's milestone save

Dear Jon: Get the money back?

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon gives advice on college graduation parties, cupcakes, and side-seat driving

4/15/26 - Defining Pistons playoff success, Do you want Patrick Kane back in Detroit? Detroit Athlete Draft, Destination bachelor parties

15 Apr 2026

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4/15/26 - Defining Pistons playoff success, Do you want Patrick Kane back in Detroit? Detroit Athlete Draft, Destination bachelor parties

9:00 HOUR: Revisiting our "complicated" Patrick Kane discussion, Heather gives us the news

15 Apr 2026

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9:00 HOUR: Revisiting our "complicated" Patrick Kane discussion, Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: What defines Pistons playoff success? Destination bachelor parties

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: What defines Pistons playoff success? Destination bachelor parties

7:00 HOUR: Do you want Patrick Kane back in Detroit? Detroit Athlete Draft

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Do you want Patrick Kane back in Detroit? Detroit Athlete Draft

6:00 HOUR: The Hornets win despite technical difficulties, Tigers beat the Royals

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: The Hornets win despite technical difficulties, Severe weather ripped through all of Michigan last night

What defines Pistons playoff success?

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Pistons begin their playoff run on Sunday

Detroit Athlete Draft

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim, Jon, Greg, and Tom each draft four current athletes playing for our pro sports teams

Do you want Patrick Kane back in the winged wheel next season?

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our very own Will Burchfield called his possible return "complicated"

Where do you draw the line on destination bachelor parties?

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim has a short week this week to attend a 17-man bachelor party at an Airbnb in Florida

4/14/26 - Would this guy falling blow up the Lions draft board? Two Grand Slam, Do the Lions HAVE to draft for need? Delivery fails

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

4/14/26 - Would this guy falling blow up the Lions draft board? Two Grand Slam, Do the Lions HAVE to draft for need? Delivery fails

9:00 HOUR: Do you missed printed out tickets? Heather's news

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Do you missed printed out tickets? Heather's news

8:00 HOUR: Delivery fails, Brad Holmes on "premium positions"

14 Apr 2026

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8:00 HOUR: Delivery fails, Brad Holmes on "premium positions"

7:00 HOUR: Who do NBA players think will win the title this year? Two Grand Slam

14 Apr 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Who do NBA players think will win the title this year? Two Grand Slam

6:00 HOUR: The NHL's Eastern Conference playoff field is set, Would this guy falling blow up your draft board?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: The NHL's Eastern Conference playoff field is set, Would this guy falling blow up your draft board?

Delivery disasters, Pt 2

14 Apr 2026

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We continue our discussion after Jon had one of his packages delivered to an unknown neighbor's porch

Delivery disasters, Pt 1

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon had one of his packages delivered to an unknown neighbors house

Do the Lions HAVE to draft for need in the 1st round of the draft?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brad Holmes said Larry Borom and D.J. Wonnum could start for the team if needed

Do you miss printed out tickets?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

MSU is charging $150 for printing out season football tickets and sending them through the mail

Does Brad Holmes believe in "premium positions"?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Holmes got into an exchange with Lions beat writer Dave Birkett on the subject

Who are NBA players picking to win the NBA championship?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Athletic surveyed146 anonymous players

Jamil from Detroit takes on the Two Grand Slam

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Would this guy blow up your draft board?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Miami defensive end Rueben Bain was cited for reckless driving for an accident in 2024 that eventually killed one of the other vehicle's passenger

Best of the Red Wings on 97.1 The Ticket: Time to give up on the Yzerplan?

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The 97.1 The Ticket crew breaks down the fallout from the Red Wings missing the postseason. Who bears the most responsibility for extending the NHL’...

4/13/26 - The Red Wings complete their collapse, Frozen Four quick hitters, Encouraging signs from the Tigers, What would get you to give up Kevin McGonigle's first career home run ball?

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

4/13/26 - The Red Wings complete their collapse, Frozen Four quick hitters, Encouraging signs from the Tigers, What would get you to give up Kevin McG...

9:00 HOUR: What would it take for you to give up Kevin McGonigle's first career home run ball? Heather gives us the news

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: What would it take for you to give up Kevin McGonigle's first career home run ball? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: The Red Wings complete their collapse, Who do you want the Pistons to play in Round 1?

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: The Red Wings complete their collapse, Who do you want the Pistons to play in Round 1?

7:00 HOUR: Signs of encouragement from the Tigers, Frozen Four quick hits

13 Apr 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Signs of encouragement from the Tigers, Frozen Four quick hits

6:00 HOUR: ANTS! Where do the Red Wings go from here?

13 Apr 2026

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6:00 HOUR: ANTS! Where do the Red Wings go from here?

John from Detroit calls in for the Yzerbots

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John thinks Steve Yzerman has gotten some tough breaks since taking over the Red Wings

Is Rory McIlroy the greatest golfer of his generation?

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

McIlroy won his second straight Masters yesterday

Signs to be encouraged by the Tigers

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Other than sweeping the Marlins, Jim saw two positive signs from the Tigers this weekend

We have ants

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion on the Pistons quickly gets derailed

What would you need to get in order to give up Kevin McGonigle's first

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin McGonigle hit his first career dinger on Sunday

Where do the Red Wings go from here? Pt 2

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after the Red Wings missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season

Where do the Red Wings go from here? Pt 1

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Wings were eliminated from playoff contention Saturday night, marking the 10th consecutive season they have missed out on the post-season

Who do you want the Pistons to face in the first round of the playoffs?

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Pistons won't know their first round opponent until the conclusion of the Play-In Tournament

Frozen Four quick hitters

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim shares his experiences at the Frozen Four in Las Vegas

Best of Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Slow Start To The Season, Fixing The Problems And Call Up Max Clark

11 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Detroit Tigers are off to a 4-9 start. Is there a solution to their problems and should they consider calling up prospect Max Clark?

Best Of The Red Wings On 97.1 The Ticket: Do They Need A New Captain? + Is There Any Hope Left? + More!

11 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen debate whether the Red Wings need to move on from Dylan Larkin as captain. Plus, Gator explains why he's given up on the team, and Vale...