The Valenti Show

Do You Think Some Lions Players Wanted Dan Campbell To Take Over Playcalling Duties?

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico revisit their Dan Campbell/John Morton talk in the final hour.

The Guys Offer More Can We Say Thats

10 Nov 2025

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Valenti and Rico continue the "Can We Say That?" conversation.

Can We Say That? NFL Edition | 11-10-25

10 Nov 2025

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The guys do the NFL "Can We Say That?" for this week.

Valenti Reacts To His Giants Firing Brian Daboll and Potential Options To Replace Him

10 Nov 2025

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Mike discusses the news that the Giants have fired head coach Brian Daboll but are keeping GM Joe Schoen.

Hearing From More Of The People On John Morton/Lions

10 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico take your calls and read your ticket texts on John Morton's playcalling demotion.

Can We Say That? CFB Version | 11-10-25

10 Nov 2025

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The guys do this week's CFB edition of "Can We Say That?"

Taking Your Calls On The Lions/John Morton

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in on the topic at hand today about John Morton losing his playcalling duties.

Was Last Night The De Facto End Of John Morton As Lions Offensive Coordinator?

10 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico continue their conversation on Dan Campbell pulling playcalling duties away from John Morton.

What To Make Of Lions' Win/John Morton Losing Playcalling Duties

10 Nov 2025

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The guys react to the Lions' win over the Commanders and Dan Campbell taking playcalling duties away from offensive coordinator John Morton.

Best Of The Valenti Show On 97.1 The Ticket: Lions-Vikings Reaction, Holmes Does Nothing At Deadline, and More!

09 Nov 2025

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On this week's Best of Valenti, the guys break down the Lions' frustrating loss to the Vikings. Plus, they react in real time to Brad Holmes not doing...

Best Of The Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Was Brad Holmes Too Conservative At Trade Deadline?

08 Nov 2025

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Brad Holmes and the Lions stood pat at the trade deadline? Can they still win the Super Bowl? Or will they regret it? Plus, Valenti gets into it with ...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Week 10 Preview Vs. Commanders

08 Nov 2025

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Costa & Jansen get this week's Best Of The Lions started off with a conversation on whether the Lions can get revenge on the Commanders on Sunday. Als...

FULL SHOW: Friday, November 7th

08 Nov 2025

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Valenti and Rico kicked off this football Friday with a list of the most desirable head coaching jobs in the Big Ten, which had MSU ranked low. They d...

HOUR 1: How Valuable Is The MSU Football Head Coach Job + Prop Bet Casino

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys opened today's show with some thoughts on a list of the most valuable Big Ten head coaching jobs that had MSU very low. They heard from a bun...

HOUR 2: TJ Lang Joins To Discuss Lions' Offensive Line Issues + Do The Picks

07 Nov 2025

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TJ Lang joined the guys in his usual Friday spot to give his thoughts on the Lions' offensive line issues and answer some questions from Valenti. Then...

HOUR 3: MSU Head Coaching Job Continued + Why Valenti Hates TNF

07 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico began the third hour with TJ Lang, who stuck on for an extra segment. The 3 of them discussed the topic they started the show with befor...

HOUR 4: How The Lions Can Figure It Out On Offense And Beat The Commanders

07 Nov 2025

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The guys spent the final hour of the show previewing Lions-Commanders.

Taking Your Calls On Lions-Commanders

07 Nov 2025

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The people chime in for the final time today.

What Tweaks Does The Lions Offense Need To Make?

07 Nov 2025

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The guys discuss how the Lions offense can get back on track against the Commanders on Sunday.

Valenti Is NOT A Fan Of Thursday Night Football

07 Nov 2025

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Mike explains why he thinks Thursday Night Football is a bad thing for the sport.

Taking Your Calls On The Value Of The MSU Football Head Coach Position

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from more of the people on the MSU football conversation.

TJ Chimes In On The MSU Football Coaching Topic

07 Nov 2025

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TJ discusses today's first-hour topic.

The Picks | 11-7-25

07 Nov 2025

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The guys and TJ give their picks for this week.

Which Of These Stats Is The Most Concerning?

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti poses 3 stats to TJ regarding the Lions' offensive line, which he addresses.

TJ Lang Explains The Lions' Recent Offensive Line Struggles

07 Nov 2025

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TJ Lang offers his two cents on why the Lions' offensive line was so putrid against the Vikings.

Rico's Prop Bet Casino | 11-7-25

07 Nov 2025

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The guys give their picks for this week's "Prop Bet Casino".

Hearing From The People On MSU Football/Big Ten Coaching List

07 Nov 2025

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The people chime in on the MSU Football conversation.

Is It Easier Or Harder To Get A Good CFB Head Coach With NIL?

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico wonder if it's been easier to find a good college football head coach since the start of the NIL era.

How Valuable Is The MSU Football Job?

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys start the show with a list of the most appealing head coaching jobs in college football, which has MSU ranked near the bottom.

FULL SHOW: Thursday, November 6th

06 Nov 2025

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Hour 1: The start of MLB free agency

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What will the Detroit Tigers do in free agency?

Hour 2: Playoff Bracket And MLB free agency

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Who would win this playoff bracket and the latest on MLB free agency.

Hour 3: NFL Power Rankings and cloning your dog

06 Nov 2025

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Rico's NFL power rankings and would you clone your dog like Tom Brady did?

HOUR 4: The perfect player for the Detroit Tigers

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think the Tigers would be willing to trade prospects for this MLB All-Star?

Would this player be a perfect fit for the Detroit Tigers?

06 Nov 2025

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Would the Tigers be willing to trade prospects for this player?

Could Jarren Duran Become A Detroit Tiger?

06 Nov 2025

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One baseball insider believes he will be a Tiger by Opening Day.

Would you clone your dog?

06 Nov 2025

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What to make of Tom Brady Cloning His Dog

06 Nov 2025

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Why would anyone want to do this?

Rico's NFL Power Rankings

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Who will be atop of Rico's power rankings?

Hearing From More Of The People On Tigers/Start Of Free Agency

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico take more of your calls and read your ticket texts about what the Tigers need to do this offseason.

Will You Think Less Of Scott Harris If He Isn't Aggressive?

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys pick up where they left off in the first hour with their Tigers' free agency discussion.

CFP Bracket Predictions | College Football Blitz

06 Nov 2025

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Kenny joins with some CFP bracket predictions and potential matchups.

Should The Tigers Trade Kerry Carpenter Or Riley Greene?

06 Nov 2025

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Valenti and Rico discuss some potential trades for the Tigers, including one for Tarik Skubal.

Taking Your Calls On The Tigers' Offseason Plans

06 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico hear from the people on what they want the Tigers' offseason plans to be.

What Do The Tigers Need To Do This Offseason?

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss what needs to happen this offseason for the Tigers.

It’s a big nothing for the Detroit Lions at the deadline. Good move or bad? | '4th Down in the Motor City'

06 Nov 2025

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From ‘4th Down in the Motor City’ (Subscribe Here): LIONS STAND PAT: RIGHT CALL OR MISSED CHANCE? The NFL trade deadline has passed, and the Detro...

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, November 5th

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked today off with a conversation about the lack of urgency in Detroit sports, specifically with the Lions, after Brad Holmes did ...

HOUR 1: Howie Roseman/Brad Holmes Dichotomy + CFB Blitz

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys opened today's show with some comments from Eagles GM Howie Roseman, whose plan sounded a lot different from what we saw (or didn't see) from...

HOUR 2: Valenti's Stat + Your Calls On The Lions

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico continued their Lions talk in the second hour, but with a little caveat: a Valenti-curated stat that could tell the story on whether the...

HOUR 3: In Football Today + Lions Continued

05 Nov 2025

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Valenti and Rico opened the third hour joined by David for an "In Football Today". Then, they dedicated the rest of the hour to continuing their main ...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Lack Of Ambitiousness Among Detroit Sports Teams

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico wrapped today's show with their final thoughts on today's Lions and, by extension, Detroit sports as a whole. Then, they were joined by ...

Hearing From More Of The People On Holmes/Harris' Way Of Thinking

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys read your final ticket texts and take your final calls of the day.

At What Point Would You Give Up On Scott Harris & Brad Holmes?

05 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico discuss how much trouble Scott Harris and Brad Holmes will be in if they don't win something significant anytime soon.

Taking More Of Your Lions/Brad Holmes Calls

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico hear from more of the people on today's Lions topic.

In Football Today | 11-5-25

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David joins to run through the biggest news around the NFL.

Mike Spars With A Caller On The Lions' Plans

05 Nov 2025

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Valenti and a caller get into it regarding their expectations for the Lions and Brad Holmes.

The People Respond To Mike's Lions Stat

05 Nov 2025

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The guys continue their Lions conversation and take more of your calls.

Valenti Offers A Stat Related To Whether The Lions Can Win The Super Bowl

05 Nov 2025

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Mike offers a stat that could influence our expectations for the Lions' Super Bowl chances.

Reacting To The First CFP Rankings | CFB Blitz

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys give their thoughts on the teams in the first CFP ranking.

Hearing From The People On Detroit Sports' Passiveness

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico take your calls and read your ticket texts on the state of the Lions and, by extension, the other Detroit sports teams.

Have Detroit Sports Teams Lost Their Fastball?

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico criticize the Detroit sports teams for being comfortable with sustained long-term success and not going all-in to win it all.

Why Isn't Brad Holmes More Like Howie Roseman?

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys listen to some audio from Eagles GM Howie Roseman (available on the Valenti Show page on the Audacy App) that shows an entirely different phi...

Jared Goff Interview on Karsch & Anderson

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Karsch & Anderson's weekly talk with Jared Goff.

Dan Campbell Interview on Costa & Jansen with Heather

05 Nov 2025

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Dan Campbell joins the morning show to talk about the loss to the Vikings, today's trade deadline, and this week's challenge against the Commanders

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, November 4th

05 Nov 2025

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On a trade deadline Tuesday, Valenti and Rico spent the first half of the show in the lead-up to the deadline with their predictions on what Brad Holm...

HOUR 1: Thoughts Ahead Of The Trade Deadline + CFB Blitz

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys began today's show in the lead-up to the NFL trade deadline with their thoughts on what Brad Holmes would do and if he'd be giving us the Sco...

HOUR 2: More Predictions About What The Lions Would Do + In Football Today

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico continued their Lions trade deadline primer ahead of the 4 pm deadline. They ended the hour with an "In Football Today".

HOUR 3: Reactions To Brad Holmes' Inaction

04 Nov 2025

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The guys reacted to the Lions doing nothing before the trade deadline in the third hour and heard from the people as well.

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Another Disappointing Trade Deadline For Lions

04 Nov 2025

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The guys spent the last hour with their final thoughts and calls in relation to the Lions doing nothing at the deadline. Then, Riger joined them in cr...

Taking Your Final Calls On The Lions' Underwhelming Deadline

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico hear from a few more of the listeners before the end of the show.

Should We Be Concerned About The Lions' Chances To Win It All This Year?

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys wonder if there's cause for concern with the Lions after they made zero moves at the trade deadline.

Hearing From More Of The People On The Lions 's Disappointing Deadline

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico take more of your calls and read a bunch of your ticket texts to hear your thoughts on Brad Holmes staying put at the trade deadline....

Taking Your Calls In Response To The Lions' Stagnant Deadline

04 Nov 2025

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The guys let the people chime in on the Lions' inaction at the trade deadline.

Sayin For Heisman And Bryce Underwood | 'Cash the Ticket'

04 Nov 2025

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From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): Does Julian Sayin have a legit shot for the Heisman Trophy? Is there too much pressure on Michigan QB Bryce U...

SHOCKER: Brad Holmes Does Nothing At The Trade Deadline

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico react to the Lions doing nothing at the trade deadline.

Recapping The Biggest Trade Deadline Deals | In Football Today

04 Nov 2025

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David joins the guys to discuss the biggest trades in the NFL today.

The Lions Make A Move!!

04 Nov 2025

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The guys react to the Lions making a relatively insignificant practice squad move.

Critical CFB Questions Before Tonight's 1st CFP Rankings List | College Football Blitz

04 Nov 2025

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The guys ask and answer some critical questions ahead of the first CFP rankings tonight.

Hearing From The People On Brad Holmes Ahead Of The NFL Trade Deadline

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico take your calls and read your ticket texts on the Lions before today's NFL trade deadline.

Has Brad Holmes Given The Lions The Best Chance To Win?

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue their countdown to the NFL trade deadline, breaking down Brad Holmes' approach to trading for more talent in the past.

Do Scott Harris And Brad Holmes Have Something In Common?

04 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico open their countdown to the NFL Trade Deadline show today with some thoughts on the philosophical comparison of Brad Holmes and Scott Ha...

Best of Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Reaction to Week 9 loss vs. Vikings

04 Nov 2025

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97.1 The Ticket presents a selection of discussions about the the Lions' dispiriting loss to the Vikings from Costa & Jansen with Heather, Karsch & An...

Lions “did everything [they] needed to to lose that game” against Vikings | '4th Down in the Motor City'

04 Nov 2025

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From ‘4th Down in the Motor City’ (Subscribe Here): A Complete Failure of Execution. The Lions' loss to the Vikings was a major letdown after the ...

FULL SHOW: Monday, November 3rd

04 Nov 2025

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Valenti and Rico got today's show rolling with their main takeaways from the Lions' 27-24 loss at home to the Vikings. They posed a multitude of diffe...

HOUR 1: Main Takeaways From Lions' Loss To The Vikings + Can We Say That? CFB Edition

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys opened today's show with their reactions to the Lions' surprising loss to the Vikings yesterday. They assigned blame for what happened and go...

HOUR 2: Concern Level For The Lions After Vikings Loss + Your Calls

03 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico continued the topic they started the show with in the second hour. They took a bunch of your calls and read your ticket texts throughout...

HOUR 3: NFL Can We Say That? + More Thoughts On The Lions Ahead Of Trade Deadline

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico began the third hour with the NFL version of "Can We Say That?" Then, they continued their in-depth conversation on a variety of Lion...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Lions Topics

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys gave their final thoughts and took your final calls, all of which addressed the multitude of Lions-related questions Mike and Rico posed to t...

Taking Your Final Calls On The Lions

03 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico hear from a few more of the people before the end of the show.

Who Should We Blame For The Lions' Struggles?

03 Nov 2025

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Valenti and Rico continue their Lions' introspective, mixing in all their questions for today to begin the final hour.

What's Your Lions Concern Level Going Into The Trade Deadline?

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico continue their Lions talk, wondering what people's concern levels are.

Can We Say That? NFL Edition | 11-3-25

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do the NFL edition of "Can We Say That?"

Does Brad Holmes Need To Be Aggressive Ahead Of The Deadline?

03 Nov 2025

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The guys have their yearly "should Brad Holmes make a move" conversation ahead of the NFL trade deadline.

Taking More Of Your Calls On The Lions

03 Nov 2025

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The guys hear from some more of the people on their Lions topics of the day.

Can We Say That? CFB Edition | 11-3-25

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do the CFB version of today's "Can We Say That?" segments.

Hearing From The People On The State Of The Lions After Vikings Loss

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico take your calls and read your ticket texts to hear your reactions to the Lions' disappointing loss yesterday.

Should We Be Concerned With Where The Lions Stand In The NFC North?

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss whether the Lions are in trouble in the NFC North after their loss to the Vikings.

Reacting To Lions' DISAPPOINTING Loss To The Vikings

03 Nov 2025

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Mike and Rico give their main takeaways from the Lions loss to the Vikings yesterday.

Best Of The Valenti Show On 97.1 The Ticket: Should MSU Hire Nick Saban, Ideas To Fix NFL Officiating, And More!

02 Nov 2025

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Valenti and Rico get this week's Best Of started with their response to an absurd take from Gator earlier Monday about wanting MSU to look at hiring N...

Best Of The Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Aidan Hutchinson Gets Paid!

01 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Lions lock up Aidan Hutchinson through 2030. Another win for Brad Holmes. Does anyone not like the deal? And who's next??