The Valenti Show

The People Chime In The Giannis/Pistons Discussion

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico hear from the people on what you think the Pistons need to do now that it appears that Giannis is on the trade block.

Discussing Who The Pistons Might Be Willing To Part With In Potential Giannis Deal

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Would fans support these players being traded?

Is The Pistons Inquiring About Giannis The Bare Minimum?

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to the news that the Bucks/Giannis will work together to find a trade to send the 2x MVP elsewhere and explain why the Pistons need to ...

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, January 27th

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney (in for Rico) kicked off the show with their reactions to Sam Darnold advancing to the Super Bowl and how shocked both of them are ...

HOUR 1: Valenti's Disdain For Sam Darnold + His Blind Rank Of Ginger Athletes

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike gave his reaction to Sam Darnold making the Super Bowl to begin today's show. He discussed this until Stoney (in for Rico) provided some ginger a...

HOUR 2: What Jose Ramirez's Contract Extension Says About Skubal/Tigers Negotiations

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys opened and ended the second hour with their reactions to Jose Ramirez's contract extension with the Guardians and what it says about the lack...

HOUR 3: Valenti's Blind Ranking Of Top NFL WRs + NIL In High School?!

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike blind ranked the top WRs in the NFL before he and Stoney discussed the interesting news that Michigan high school athletes will be eligible to ma...

HOUR 4: Revisiting Skubal/Tigers and NIL High School Topics

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys gave their final thoughts and took your final calls on today's main topics to round out today's show.

Expanding On NIL In High School

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney offer some more thoughts on the news that NIL will be allowed in high school sports in Michigan.

Revisiting Skubal/Tigers Topic

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys open the final hour with a continuation of the Tigers/Skubal topic.

Taking Your Calls On NIL In High School

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in on the absurdity of there now being NIL for high school athletes.

It's Gone Too Far: There's Now NIL For High Schoolers?!

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys have a conversation about there now being states that are allowing high schoolers to get NIL money.

Valenti Blind Ranks The Top NFL WRs

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike does another blind rank, this time the top wide receivers in the NFL.

Hearing From The People On Which Of Skubal/Tigers Deserves More Blame

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in on the Skubal/Tigers talk via the phone and ticket texts.

Who Is More At Fault In The Skubal/Tigers Lack Of Negotiation?

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Does it seem like Skubal even remotely wants to stay in Detroit long-term?

What Does The Jose Ramirez Extension Tell You About The Skubal Situation?

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to Jose Ramirez's shockingly cheap contract extension with the Guardians, wondering who is more at fault in the Skubal/Tigers "negotiat...

The Guys Expand On The Top Ginger Athletes Ever List

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney give some more thoughts on the top ginger athletes list.

Valenti Blind Ranks The Top Ginger Athletes Ever

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney gives Valenti some famous ginger athletes, which he blind ranks 1-10.

Where Does Darnold Making The SB Rank In The List Of Things You'd Never Thought You'd See?

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney discuss how shocked they are that Sam Darnold is in the Super Bowl.

Valenti On Sam Darnold Making The SB: "I No Longer Like The NFL"

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike is back and he is NOT happy that Sam Darnold is in the Super Bowl with the Seahawks.

FULL SHOW: Monday, January 26th

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico spent the first hour discussing their reactions to NFL Championship Sunday and what Sam Darnold's run to the Super Bo...

HOUR 1: Reactions To NFL Championship Weekend/Darnold Making The SB + Can We Say That?

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys had a discussion about the AFC and NFC Championship games from yesterday, which turned into a more specific conversation regarding Sam Darnol...

HOUR 2: Lions "Can We Say That?" + Jared Goff/Sam Darnold Discussion Continued + CFB Blitz

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney and Rico had a few Lions-related "Can We Say That?" questions to open the second hour. Then, they continued to ask why Sam Darnold was able to ...

HOUR 3: Pistons Trade Targets + Questioning NFL Head Coaches' Aggressive 4th Down Decision-Making

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys offered a few "within the margins" Pistons trade targets before spending the rest of the hour with a debate about a trend among NFL head coac...

HOUR 4: More 4th Down Decision-Making Talk + How Brad Holmes Can Learn From Seahawks' Success

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney and Rico began the final hour with a continuation of their disdain for NFL head coaches being overly aggressive on 4th down. Then, they wrapped...

What Can Brad Holmes Learn From Seahawks GM John Schneider?

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How did the Seahawks build their Super Bowl team?

Questionable NFL Decision-Making Continued

26 Jan 2026

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Stoney and Rico continue their conversation about the aggressive 4th down calls in the NFL.

Have The Aggressive 4th Down Approaches Gone Too Far?

26 Jan 2026

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The guys discuss a few 4th down decisions from yesterday that did not pan out, wondering if this is part of an ongoing trend that is negatively impact...

Stoney's Reasonable Trade Target For The Pistons

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Which "within the margins" trades should Trajan Langdon pursue ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline?

Is Deion Sanders Insane For His New Rules/Team Fines For Players? | CFB Blitz

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss the biggest news in CFB, mainly Deion Sanders' new list of rules/fines for his players.

More Of The People Chime In On Goff/Super Bowl/Lions Conversations

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney and Rico take some more of your calls on today's topics.

Some Lions "Can We Say That?"s + More Of Your Calls

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys begin the second hour with a continuation of their "Can We Say That?' and take a few of your calls.

Can We Say That? | 1-26-26

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney and Rico do a "Can We Say That?" centered around championship weekend and other major NFL storylines.

Hearing From The People On The Darnold/Goff Super Bowl Conversation

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys have the people join in on their conversation via your ticket texts and calls.

How Did Sam Darnold Make A Super Bowl Before Goff In Detroit?

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is Jared Goff's inability to get the Lions to the Super Bowl more of his problem or Brad Holmes'?

Reacting To NFL Championship Weekend

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico share their thoughts on Patriots-Broncos and Rams-Seahawks.

Best Of The Valenti Show On 97.1 The Ticket: NFL Divisional Round Takeaways, Mike's Blind NFL PxP Ranking, And More!

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike gets this week's Best Of Valenti kicked off with a "Can We Say That?" centered around the NFL's Divisional Round. Also, he blind ranks NFL PxP co...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Tickets: Bold Idea For The Lions, Who The Lions Should Select At 17, And More!

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen propose a bold idea for the Lions. Plus, Karsch & Anderson debate who Brad Holmes should select at 17th overall in this year's draft, V...

FULL SHOW: Friday, January 23rd

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico began today's show with their sibling rivalries growing up, which was inspired by Amen and Ausar Thompson squaring of...

HOUR 1: Sibling Rivalries + NFC/AFC Championship Preview + CFB Blitz

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys talked about their own sibling rivalries growing up, a conversation inspired by Rockets G Amen Thompson coming to LCA tonight to face off aga...

HOUR 2: TJ Lang Joins To Talk Playing In The Cold, Amon-Ra's Comments, and Championship Weekend

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

TJ Lang joined in the second hour to break down a multitude of topics, including Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments about Lions fans on his podcast earlier ...

HOUR 3: The Picks + Who Said It?

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys tackled two fan-favorite segments in the third hour.

HOUR 4: Which Old Sports Games Are Must-Watch When They Replay On TV?

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys rounded out today's show with a fun topic regarding historic sports games.

Taking Your Calls On Your Favorite Throwback Games To Watch

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people get involved in the final topic of the day.

What Is One Throwback Game You'll Always Watch When It Replays On TV?

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys have a discussion about some old games they love to watch when they see them on TV.

Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Championship Weekend in the NFL | 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti'

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Championship weekend in the NFL. Should Ben J...

The Picks | 1-23-26

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

TJ and the guys do this week's "The Picks".

The Guys + TJ Preview NFL Championship Weekend

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Who will advance to the Super Bowl?

TJ Lang On Amon-Ra's Podcast Comments: He "Insulted The Fans' Intelligence"

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

TJ addresses Amon-Ra's podcast comments from earlier this week about Lions fans' reaction to the hiring of Drew Petzing as the new offensive coordinat...

TJ Expands On Lions Hiring Drew Petzing As Their New Offensive Coordinator

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys get TJ's thoughts on the Lions' hiring of Drew Petzing.

TJ Lang Describes Playing In The Freezing Cold + Dishes On Drew Petzing Hire

23 Jan 2026

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TJ Lang joins the guys to talk about his experiences playing in the cold and begins to discuss the Lions' hiring of Drew Petzing.

Blind Ranking CFB Programs | College Football Blitz

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney and Rico blind rank the top college football programs ever.

Which Team Do You Want To Lose The Most This NFL Championship Weekend?

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney and Rico give the team they'd like to see lose the most this weekend in the NFL.

The People Chime In With Their Own Sibling Rivalries

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys take your calls on sibling rivalries you had as kids.

The Guys Discuss Some Sibling Rivalries They Had As Kids

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With Rockets G Amen Thompson coming to LCA tonight to face his twin brother Ausar, Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico have a conversation about their si...

FULL SHOW: Thursday, January 22nd

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with their thoughts on the upcoming country-wide snowstorm this weekend. They shifted towards some Skubal talk in...

HOUR 1: Historic Snowfall Coming This Weekend + In Football Today

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys unconventionally opened the show, discussing the weather forecast for this weekend, which calls for historic snow across the continental US. ...

HOUR 2: Why Are The Tigers So Against Trading Skubal? + CFB Blitz

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico spent the second hour with a new report from Jon Heyman about the likelihood of the Tigers trading away Tarik Skubal. They lambasted Sco...

HOUR 3: Another Absurd NIL/Transfer Portal Story + 49ers Conspiracy Or Not?

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys opened the third hour with a conversation about Charles Bediako, a former pro basketball player who is returning to college basketball to pla...

HOUR 4: What's Next For The Lions After Skipper's Retirement?

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico wrapped up today's show wondering where the Lions go from here following Dan Skipper's retirement.

Hearing From The People On Lions' Potential Offseason Plans

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in for the final time this show.

Dan Skipper Is Retiring...Will Taylor Decker Be Joining Him?

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What do the Lions need to do this offseason on the offensive side of the ball?

Do You Believe This Viral Theory About The Uptick In 49ers Injuries?

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico address a viral NFL conspiracy regarding an electric substation located right outside of the 49ers' practice facility.

Taking Your Calls On Charles Bediako's Return To CBB + The Larger Issues In College Sports

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys hear from some more of the people, this time on another absurd college sports story.

2026 CFP Predictions | CFB Blitz

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys give some predictions for next year's CFP.

Reacting To Former Pro Charles Bediako Joining Alabama Basketball

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico have a discussion about the news that former G-League player Charles Bediako is returning to CBB to play for Alabama.

The People Offer Their Two Cents On The Tigers/Skubal Trade Talk

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people about their ongoing Skubal/Tigers conversation.

Why Are The Tigers So Unserious When It Comes To Trading Skubal?

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue to not be able to comprehend what the Tigers are thinking when it comes to Tarik Skubal.

Welp, Looks Like The Tigers Definitely Aren't Trading Skubal

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico react to some comments from Jon Heyman about whether the Tigers are actually serious about dealing Tarik Skubal.

In Football Today | 1-22-26

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss some big NFL topics + react to the nominees for each yearly award.

Hearing From The People On The Snow Storm This Weekend

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico take your calls and read your ticket texts on their snow discussion.

The Guys Discuss The Potentially Record Setting Snow In The US On Sunday

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico begin the show reacting to the INSANE weather forecast for this weekend across the United States.

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, January 21st

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with their thoughts on what Amon-Ra St. Brown had to say about Lions fans on the most recent episode of his podca...

HOUR 1: Amon-Ra's Message To Lions Fans On His Podcast + In Football Today

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys spent the first hour reacting to the comments made by Amon-Ra St. Brown on his podcast in response to Lions fans who have criticized the hiri...

HOUR 2: Amon-Ra's Comments Continued + Should Lions Make More Staff Changes?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico opened the second hour with a continuation of their conversation about Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments. Then, they wondered if the Lions ne...

HOUR 3: College Sports Blitz + Do You Agree With How The Tigers Have Handled The Skubal Situation?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joined the guys at the top of the third hour for a College Sports Blitz. Then, they offered another update on the Skubal/Tigers situation, askin...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Amon-Ra/Skubal

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys wrapped today's show concluding all of the topics they traversed today.

Revisiting Amon-Ra's Tone-deaf Comments

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys return to their earlier discussion about Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments about Lions fans.

The People Chime In On Buster Olney's Skubal Trade Interest Report

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico take a few more of your calls on their Skubal conversation.

Valenti On Tarik Skubal In Detroit: "Get Him Out Of Here"

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys shift gears to discuss the latest in the Skubal/Tigers saga.

Guessing The 10 Universities That Have Won A CBB And CFB Title | College Sports Blitz

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins with a list and the guys try to guess the schools on said list.

Hearing From The People On Amon-Ra's Comments/Kelvin Sheppard

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people get involved in today's Lions conversations.

Should The Lions Seriously Consider Moving On From Kelvin Sheppard?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti wonders if the Lions need to look more outward when it comes to their staff, especially defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard.

In Football Today | 1-21-26

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do an "In Football Today" centered around NFL-related stories.

Taking Your Calls On Amon-Ra's Comments

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people on what Amon-Ra had to say on his podcast.

Should We Be Offended By What Amon-Ra Had To Say About Lions Fans?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue their discussion about Amon-Ra's comments about Lions fans, wondering if it's valid for people to have an issue with them.

Reacting To Amon-Ra's Comments About Lions Fans

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico have a conversation about some comments from Amon-Ra St. Brown on his podcast about Lions' fans needing to relax.

Best of the Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Reactions to Drew Petzing As OC

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Valenti Show, Costa & Jansen with Heather and Karsch & Anderson give their reactions to the Lions landing on Drew Petzing as their next offensive ...

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, January 20th

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney (in for Rico) opened the show with their thoughts on the CFP National Championship last night. They transitioned into some Lions ta...

HOUR 1: Reactions To Last Night's CFP National Championship Game + In Football Today

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys dished on the CFP National Championship and discussed whether they were able to enjoy the game even with all of the issues surrounding colleg...

HOUR 2: Extended Thoughts On The Lions Hiring Drew Petzing Over Mike McDaniel

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Stoney offered some more informed thoughts on new Lions OC Drew Petzing after more than 24 hours had passed from the hiring. They took some d...

HOUR 3: Valenti's NFL PxP Blind Ranking, Thoughts On The Red Wings + Pistons

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike gave his blind ranking for NFL PxP commentators to begin the third hour. Then, the guys briefly touched on the Red Wings and Pistons.

HOUR 4: The Never-Ending Tarik Skubal/Tigers Situation

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys wrapped today's show with some new reports about Tarik Skubal and the Tigers' arbitration hearing coming up.

The People Respond To Mike's Disdain For The Skubal/Tigers Drama

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys hear from some more callers on the Tarik Skubal situation and his agent Scott Boras' most recent comments.

Valenti Has Had Enough With The Skubal Situation: Are You With Him?

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike explains why he continues to be frustrated with every new Tarik Skubal report.

The Guys Discuss The State Of The Pistons Following Close Win Over The Celtics

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney make some observations on what they've seen from the Pistons this year.

Valenti Blind Ranks NFL Play-By-Play Commentators | In Football Today

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike gives his blind ranking of the NFL play-by-play guys.

The Guys React To A Crazy NIL Story Regarding Duke

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney have a conversation about Duke suing their QB Darian Mensah to stop him from entering the portal.

Taking Your Calls On Drew Petzing Criticism

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in on the Drew Petzing conversation.

Why Did The Lions Choose Petzing Over Mike McDaniel?

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Stoney wonder why the Lions eventually went with Drew Petzing as their new offensive coordinator.