Costa and Jansen with Heather
Episodes
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
Patrick from Ferndale attempts the Two Grand Slam?
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Patrick in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
3/4/26 - Were the Cavs proven right? Wednesday Touchdown, Conspiracy theories you believe in, Lions free agency buzzkill
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/4/26 - Were the Cavs proven right? Wednesday Touchdown, Conspiracy theories you believe in, Lions free agency buzzkill
9:00 HOUR: Reviewing Pistons-Cavs, Conflicting reports on the Lions' offseason free agency plans
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Reviewing Pistons-Cavs, Conflicting reports on the Lions' offseason free agency plans
8:00 HOUR: Lions free agency buzzkill, Heather's news
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Lions free agency buzzkill, Heather's news
7:00 HOUR: Conspiracy theories you believe in, How is Kevin McGonigle not up in the majors to start the season?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Conspiracy theories you believe in, How is Kevin McGonigle not up in the majors to start the season?
6:00 HOUR: Were the Cavs proven right? Wednesday Touchdown
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Were the Cavs proven right? Wednesday Touchdown
Conspiracy theories you believe in, Pt 2
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion after conspiracy theories came out about Jim Carrey's appearance at the Cesar Awards in Paris
Conspiracy theories you believe in, Pt 1
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Carrey's appearance at the Cesar Awards in Paris has many wondering if that was really him
How is Kevin McGonigle not on the Opening Day roster?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
McGonigle went 3-for-3 with a walk, including a home run on the first pitch of the game
Lions Free Agency buzzkill, Pt2
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion on Dave Birkett's report
Lions Free Agency buzzkill, Pt1
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lions beat writer Dave Birkett reports that multiple agents don't believe the Lions will make a big splash in free agency
Wednesday Touchdown: Off-season Edition
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gov peppers Jim and Jon with seven NFL questions as the new league year approaches
Were the Cavs proven right last night?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After reportedly expressing confidence against the Pistons, the Cavs beat Detroit last night
Best of the Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Reactions to the David Montgomery Trade
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ticket reacts to the bombshell trade of David Montgomery to the Texans! We break down the details of the deal—including the arrival of Juice Scr...
3/3/26 - How do the Lions fill Monty's shoes? Costa's Honolulu Blueprint, Two Grand Slam, Are you on board with Detroit SportsNet?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/3/26 - How do the Lions fill Monty's shoes? Costa's Honolulu Blueprint, Two Grand Slam, Are you on board with Detroit SportsNet?
9:00 HOUR: Re-visiting the David Montgomery trade, Are you on board with Detroit SportsNet?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: Re-visiting the David Montgomery trade, Are you on board with Detroit SportsNet?
8:00 HOUR: Are the Cavs the biggest threat to the Pistons? Heather gives us the news
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Are the Cavs the biggest threat to the Pistons? Heather gives us the news
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, What do the Lions do at RB2?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, What do the Lions do at RB2?
6:00 HOUR: How do the Lions replace Monty? Costa's Honolulu Blueprint
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: How do the Lions replace Monty? Costa's Honolulu Blueprint
Are you on board with Detroit SportsNet?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The newly-formed network will broadcast Tigers games this season and the Red Wings beginning in the fall
How big of a threat are the Cavs in the Eastern Conference?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Cavaliers reportedly don't think the Pistons can beat them in a playoff series
How do the Lions fill David Montgomery's role?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lions traded Montgomery to the Houston Texans yesterday
Costa's Honolulu Blueprint
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim's plan for the Lions' 2026 offseason
Matt from Traverse City goes for the Two Grand Slam
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Can you do better than Matt in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?
3/2/26 - D-Mo vs. the Lions, M-A-R-C-H is here, Did the Tigers show us their Opening Day lineup? Does Max Clark need to earn his bling?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3/2/26 - D-Mo vs. the Lions, M-A-R-C-H is here, Did the Tigers show us their Opening Day lineup? Does Max Clark need to earn his bling?
9:00 HOUR: M-A-R-C-H is here, Heather gives us the news
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
9:00 HOUR: M-A-R-C-H is here, Heather gives us the news
8:00 HOUR: Has Max Clark earned his bling? How does Michigan adjust without L.J. Cason?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
8:00 HOUR: Has Max Clark earned his bling? How does Michigan adjust without L.J. Cason?
7:00 HOUR: Are you an anxious Red Wing fan heading into March? Did the Tigers show us their Opening Day lineup?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
7:00 HOUR: Are you an anxious Red Wing fan heading into March? Did the Tigers show us their Opening Day lineup?
6:00 HOUR: Jim's vacation recap, Does D-Mo want out of Detroit?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
6:00 HOUR: Jim's vacation recap, Does D-Mo want out of Detroit?
Are you an anxious Red Wing fan heading into March?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Red Wings' season turns into the stretch run
Costa's vacation recap
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim is back from a week in the Cayman Islands
Was yesterday the Tigers' Opening Day lineup? Pt 2
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion about what the Tigers will look like when they come north
Was yesterday the Tigers' Opening Day lineup? Pt 1
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin McGonigle was in at shortstop
How will Michigan account for L.J. Cason's injury?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolverines lost Cason for the rest of the season in their win at Illinois