The Valenti Show
Episodes
How Was Warde Manuel Allowed To Make This Hire?
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rico is perplexed that current Michigan AD, Warde Manuel, was able to make the new head football coach hire.
BREAKING: Michigan Hires Kyle Whittingham As New Head Football Coach
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys react to the news that Michigan is officially hiring former Utah HC Kyle Whittingham to be its new head football coach.
How Far Will Each NFL Playoff Team Make It? | In Football Today
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rico, David, and Kenny give their predictions for how far each playoff team will make it in the NFL.
Taking Your Calls On The Lions' Loss
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rico hears from a few more of the people on the Lions.
What Will Brad Holmes Have To Say About This Season?
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys hypothesize the potential comments Brad Holmes will make at his end-of-the-season press conference.
It's Mock Draft Season! | In Football Today
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David comes equipped with a NFL mock draft, which the guys react to.
The People Chime In On The Lions' Disappointing End To 2025 Playoff Hopes
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rico hears from the people on the Lions season ending.
Do You Still Trust The Direction Of The Lions?
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should we continue to trust Brad Holmes?
Reacting To The Lions' Season-Ending Loss To The Vikings
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rico opens the show with his thoughts on the Lions' demise at the hands of the Vikings yesterday.
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Week 17 Vs. Vikings Preview
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stoney & Jansen interview Dan Campbell after a disappointing loss to the Steelers. Plus, Karsch & Anderson and Riger & Rico answer some questions they...
FULL SHOW: Wednesday, December 24th
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger (in for Valenti) and Rico kicked off this Christmas Eve spectacular with their thoughts on the Lions game tomorrow and if they're even rooting f...
HOUR 1: Do You Want The Lions To Beat The Vikings? + Best Christmas Traditions
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys spent the first hour with a conversation about how badly you want the Lions to beat the Vikings before David joined to go through some of the...
HOUR 2: The Latest With The Fan Involved In The DK Metcalf Altercation
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger and Rico talked about the Lions fan who was involved in the altercation with DK Metcalf and his plan to hold a press conference.
HOUR 3: The Picks + Detroit Sports Gift Conversation
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys opened the third hour with the picks and then talked about the one gift they'd like to get from Detroit sports this year.
HOUR 4: The Detroit Sports Event You'd Change From The Past
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger asked an interesting question, which the guys and the people answered, to end today's Christmas Eve show.
What's The One Thing You'd Change From The Past In Detroit Sports?
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys give the thing they'd most like to change in Detroit sports in the past.
What Is One Gift You'd Like Detroit Sports To Get?
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger and Rico discuss the one "gift" you'd want Detroit sports to get the most.
The Picks | 12-24-25
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys do this week's "The Picks" segment.
The People Chime In On The Fan Involved In The DK Metcalf Altercation
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys take some of your calls on the DK Metcalf fan situation.
Reacting To The Fan Involved In The DK Metcalf Altercation Holding A Press Conference On Friday
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger and Rico can't help but discuss the latest with the fan who got involved in an altercation with DK Metcalf.
Best Christmas Traditions | 12-24-25
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David joins with some Christmas traditions.
Taking Your Calls On If You Want The Lions To Win
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys go to the people to hear their thoughts on tomorrow's Lions game.
Do You Even Want The Lions To Win Tomorrow?
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger and Rico have a conversation on how they feel about the Lions potentially winning tomorrow against the Vikings.
Dan Campbell Interview with Stoney & Jansen
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Jansen & Mike "Stoney" Stone talk with Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell about Sunday's disappointing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers and wher...
FULL SHOW: Tuesday, December 23rd
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger (in for Valenti) and Rico kicked off the show with their thoughts on Michigan's ongoing search for a new head football coach and some candidates...
HOUR 1: The Latest On Michigan's Coaching Search + In Football Today
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys opened the show with their thoughts on what is taking so long when it comes to the hiring of the next head football coach at Michigan and som...
HOUR 2: Has The Lions Window Closed?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger and Rico spent the second hour wondering if this is it for the current iteration of the Lions and whether Brad Holmes needs to make some drastic...
HOUR 3: CFB Blitz + More Of Your Calls On If This Is It For The Lions
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David joined with his top CFB rivalries of all time to start the third hour before the guys got back to your phone calls and ticket texts about the Li...
HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On The Lions
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys wrapped the show continuing their Lions conversation from the previous 3 hours.
Hearing From More Of The People On Your Frustrations With The Lions
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys take more of your calls on the Lions.
What To Make Of These Lions Billboards
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys react to some billboards being put up by frustrated Lions fans across Detroit.
Best College Football Rivalries | CFB Blitz
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David ranks the best CFB rivalries today.
Has Brad Holmes and/or Dan Campbell Been Tarnished In The Eyes Of Lions Fans?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How much blame do Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell deserve for what has happened to the Lions this season?
The People Chime In On Lions Topic
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys take your calls on whether this is the beginning of the end for this current iteration of the Lions.
Is This The Beginning Of The End For The Lions?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do the Lions have to blow it up?
The NFL Transfer Portal | In Football Today
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David joins to run through a few names who could "transfer" to other NFL teams.
Taking Your Calls On The Michigan Coaching Search
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger and Rico hear from the people on the options they've laid out regarding the next potential head coach of Michigan Football.
Why Has It Been So Difficult For Michigan To Find A New Football Coach?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys wonder what the latest is with the Michigan football coach search and ask which of a few names is most likely to be hired.
Speculating On Who Could Be The Next Michigan Head Football Coach
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riger (in for Valenti) and Rico discuss where Michigan goes from here when it comes to their search for a new head coach.
Lions Lose To Steelers 29-24 | 'Football Show Week 16'
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): What just happened? Valenti and Costa react in real time to the Lions loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Downlo...
FULL SHOW: Monday, December 22nd
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti (riding solo without Rico today) kicked the show off with his disappointment in the Lions for what he felt was an inexcusable loss to the Stee...
HOUR 1: Reactions To The Lions' Inexcusable Loss + Can We Say That? CFB Edition
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike opened the show bashing the Lions for their brutal, potentially season-ending loss to the Steelers yesterday. He began to take your calls before ...
HOUR 2: Lions Reactions Continued + More Of Your Calls
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a continuation of the Lions talk, Valenti and the guys offered more thoughts on yesterday's loss and what this season has meant as a whole. Plus, h...
HOUR 3: Can We Say That? NFL Edition + More Thoughts/Calls On The Lions' Lost Season
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys did the NFL "Can We Say That?" before hearing from more of the people via your calls and ticket texts on the Lions.
HOUR 4: Final Thoughts/Calls On Brad Holmes, Lions Roster, and What Comes Next
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti spent the final hour putting a bow on today's main topic and all the different angles taken by him and the people. Then, Riger joined him in c...
What Needs To Change About The Lions' Identity?
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike opens the final hour with more Lions talk.
The Listeners Give Their Own "Can We Say That?"s
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike hears some of your Lions "Can We Say That?"s.
Can We Say That? NFL Edition | 12-22-25
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys do the NFL version of "Can We Say That?"
More Of The People Chime In On The Lions
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti hears from a few more of the people on the Lions.
Are The Lions In Need Of MAJOR Roster Changes?
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike continues the Lions topic into the second hour, bringing up the moves Brad Holmes might have to make to fix this franchise.
Can We Say That? CFB Edition | 12-22-25
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David joins for the first "Can We Say That?" of the day.
Taking Your Calls On The Lions Disaster Situation
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The people chime in on the Lions.
Why Aren't The Lions Taking More Responsibility?
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is there an accountability problem with the Lions, and have the Lions lost their identity?
Valenti On The Lions This Season: "[They've] Wasted All Of Our Time"
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike starts the show with a scathing critique of the Lions after their extremely disappointing loss against the Steelers.
Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Scott Harris Speaks on Offseason Plans
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 97.1 The Ticket team breaks down the latest Scott Harris interview and reacts to the current outlook for the 2026 team
Best of the Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Host Bet For Pistons/Knicks And How Far Can The Pistons Go?
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can the Pistons win the Eastern Conference? Could there be a bet brewing between Valenti and a New York radio host over the Pistons and Knicks?
Best of the Red Wings on 97.1 The Ticket: Did Quinn Hughes Take a Shot at Yzerman?
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 97.1 The Ticket team breaks down Quinn Hughes's post-trade comments and talk through whether or not Steve Yzerman should have made the deal for th...
Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Week 16 vs. Steelers
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Best of Lions, Costa & Jansen wonder if Jared Goff took a shot at Lions fans with some recent comments. Also, Karsch & Anderson debate ...
Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Week 16 in the NFL. | 'Kickoff with Boomer and Valenti'
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti cover wall to wall NFL for week 16. Jets fire their defensive c...
Lions -6.5 vs Steelers | 'Cash the Ticket'
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): Is Costa going to bet with his heart and choose his Lions or will he take Valenti's advice? Download the late...
FULL SHOW: Friday, December 19th
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico kicked off this Football Friday with their thoughts on how Sam Darnold played last night in the Seahawks' come-from-behind win over t...
HOUR 1: Valenti's Criticism Of Sam Darnold + Prop Bet Casino + Scott Harris Report
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys began the show with a packed first hour consisting of Valenti addressing some comments made about him online concerning Sam Darnold's solid g...
HOUR 2: TJ Lang Joins To Talk Sam Darnold, Steelers-Lions, Do "The Picks"
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys were joined by TJ Lang in his usual weekly spot to revisit their earlier topic about Sam Darnold. Then, they all preview Steelers-Lions befor...
HOUR 3: How Likely Lions Are To Make Playoffs, Who Said It?, Your Ticket Texts
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TJ stuck around for the first 2 segments of the third hour to discuss how likely the Lions are to make the playoffs and to play "Who Said It?" The guy...
HOUR 4: Faith Level In The Lions Going Into Steelers Game
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys gave their final thoughts and took a few more of your calls on Steelers-Lions to wrap up today's show.
The People Chime In On The Lions For The Final Time Today
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys take your final calls on Steelers-Lions this Sunday.
What Is Your Faith Level In The Lions Going Into Steelers Game?
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico give their faith levels that the Lions get it done against the Steelers this Sunday.
Reading Your Ticket Texts On Lions
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys knock out a few ticket texts.
How Likely Is It That The Lions Make The Playoffs?
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike, Rico, and TJ talk about the odds that the Lions make the playoffs.
The Picks | 12-19-25
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys do this week's "The Picks".
TJ's Critical Question Of The Week
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti asks TJ his critical question of the week about one of the main topics of yesterday's show.
TJ Has A Critical Question For Valenti
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TJ asks Mike a question about a recent take of his.
TJ Lang & The Guys Discuss The QBs Better Than Sam Darnold
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TJ joins, and the guys immediately seek his help to list the NFL QBs they think are better than Sam Darnold.
Do You Find This Report About Scott Harris/The Tigers Concerning?
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Rico address an article that states that there are executives across MLB who think the Tigers are impossible to deal with in trade negotiatio...
Rico's Prop Bet Casino | 12-19-25
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys do this week's "Prop Bet Casino".
Would You Start Your Franchise With Sam Darnold?
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Rico debate whether they'd start their new hypothetical franchise with Sam Darnold as its QB.
Valenti Addresses Sam Darnold's Play Last Night: "He Sucks"
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys tee Mike up to answer some social media comments directed towards him about Sam Darnold's solid play last night.
FULL SHOW: Thursday, December 18th
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico started the show with their thoughts on what WFAN's Evan Roberts had to say about his confidence in the Knicks in a potential playoff...
HOUR 1: Why The Pistons Would Beat The Knicks In A Playoff Series + CFP Predictions
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Rico opened the show reacting to some comments made by WFAN's Evan Roberts about how the Knicks would easily beat the Pistons in a playoff se...
HOUR 2: Why Kelvin Sheppard's Unwavering Support Of His Defense Makes No Sense
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys spent the second hour questioning what Kelvin Sheppard had to say about his defense's performance this year/against the Rams last week.
HOUR 3: Rico's Top 14 NFL Teams + Christmas Movie Draft
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rico began the third hour with his top 14 NFL teams of this week. Then, the guys all did an all-time Christmas movie draft.
HOUR 4: The Absurdity Behind Michigan's Policy For Interviewing Players
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico dedicated the final hour to decrying Michigan Football not allowing the press to ask its players about the Sherrone Moore situation. ...
Why Are Michigan Football Players Not Subject To Questions About Sherrone Moore?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys are befuddled at the idea that Michigan football players won't have to face questions about the Sherrone Moore situation during their media a...
Christmas Movie Draft | 12-18-25
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the spirit of the holiday season, Mike, Rico, Kenny, David, and Evan do a Christmas movie draft.
Rico's Top 14 NFL Teams | 12-18-25
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rico gives his top 14 NFL teams for this week.
Hearing From The People On Kelvin Sheppard's Comments
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The people chime in on Kelvin Sheppard.
Is There A Disconnect In The Lions Locker Room?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys wonder if there's a disconnect between Dan Campbell and his coordinators.
Reacting To These Comments From Kelvin Sheppard
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Rico discuss some recent comments from Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard.
Predicting The CFP | CFB Blitz
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys + Evan give their predictions for this year's College Football Playoff.
The People Respond To The Guys' Confidence In The Pistons
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico go to the people to hear their thoughts on the Pistons' chances against the Knicks in a playoff series.
Would The Pistons Easily Beat The Knicks In A Playoff Series?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Rico continue addressing WFAN's Evan Roberts' take about the Knicks being much better than the Pistons.
Valenti On Pistons Chances In A Knicks Playoff Series: "[They're] Beating The Knicks"
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys listen to some audio from WFAN's Evan Roberts about the Pistons and respond to it.
FULL SHOW: Wednesday, December 17th
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico dedicated today's show to two main topics: the Michigan Football head coaching search & Scott Harris' comments he made earlier today ...
HOUR 1: What We're Looking For In The Next Michigan Head Coach + In Football Today Part 1
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys began today's show with the ideal qualities they're looking for in a potential next Michigan football head coach. They also mixed in their th...
HOUR 2: More Thoughts + Calls On Potential New Michigan Football Head Coach + In Football Today Part 2
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Rico spent the second hour with a continuation of their discussion about their prospective Michigan football head coach hire before David joi...
HOUR 3: Scott Harris Underwhelms AGAIN
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys heard some audio from Scott Harris, which they reacted to, to begin the third hour. They expanded on their disappointment with what he said a...
HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On The Unfortunate Nature Of Scott Harris' Recent Comments
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Rico put a bow on today's show with some final thoughts on their second topic of the day, which was Scott Harris' comments today about the Ti...
Have The Tigers Done The Best They Can To Put A Winning Product On The Field?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico wrapped up their final topic of the day with more of their thoughts and your calls on Scott Harris.
Hearing From The People On The Tigers' Offseason
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys take your calls on the Tigers.
How Should We Rate The Tigers' Offseason Thus Far?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valenti and Rico keep the Scott Harris/Tigers conversation rolling, analyzing their offseason thus far.