The Valenti Show

HOUR 3: In Football Today + What To Make Of MSU Football/Jonathan Smith's Job Security

15 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico opened the third hour joined by David to discuss the biggest news around the NFL. Then, they dedicated the rest of the hour to dishing o...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Jonathan Smith/MSU Football

15 Oct 2025

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The guys opened the final hour with what they talked about in the previous hour, which is the state of the MSU Football program. They kept this conver...

More Thoughts On The State of MSU Football

15 Oct 2025

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Valenti and Rico continue to give their thoughts on where MSU football is at right now.

Taking Your Calls On What Needs To Happen With Jonathan Smith

15 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico hear from the people on Jonathan Smith.

Does Jonathan Smith Need To Go?

15 Oct 2025

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The guys wonder if it's time for Michigan State to fire Jonathan Smith.

In Football Today | 10-15-25

15 Oct 2025

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David joins the guys as they discuss the biggest storylines in the NFL.

Taking More Of Your Calls On Whether The NFL Screwed The Lions

15 Oct 2025

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Valenti and Rico hear from more of the people on their NFL is scripted conversation.

Did The NFL Illegally Call A Penalty In Lions-Chiefs?

15 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico continue questioning the NFL over why they think the product is scripted.

Dan Campbell confirms penalty that overturned touchdown came from the league

15 Oct 2025

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Dan Campbell joins us to recap what went wrong against the Chiefs and to preview the upcoming matchup with the Bucs

Can We Say That? | 10-15-25

15 Oct 2025

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The guys do a rare Wednesday version of "Can We Say That?" after Valenti missed out on it yesterday.

Hearing From The People On Whether The NFL Is Scripted

15 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico take your calls and read your ticket texts in response to their theories about the NFL's meddling in certain games.

Did The NFL Script Writers Screw Over The Lions Against The Chiefs?

15 Oct 2025

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The guys continue the NFL is scripted conversation, wondering if the league stepped in on Sunday night to alter the result of Lions-Chiefs.

Dan Campbell's INTERESTING Comments About The First Lions Drive Result Vs. Chiefs

15 Oct 2025

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Valenti starts the show reacting to some comments from Dan Campbell on Costa & Jansen this morning and also gives his reasoning behind calling the NFL...

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, October 14th

15 Oct 2025

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Rico and Stoney (in for Valenti today) kicked off the show with their reactions to what Scott Harris and A.J. Hinch had to say in their end-of-season ...

Who Says No: A Bold Offer From The Mets For Tarik Skubal | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

15 Oct 2025

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From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The Mets took a chance by not locking up a no-doubt-about-it ace starting pitcher heading into 2025 and...

HOUR 1: A.J. Hinch & Scott Harris Speak + Can We Say That? CFB Edition

14 Oct 2025

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Rico and Stoney (in for Valenti) started the show with their reactions to Scott Harris & A.J. Hinch's end of the year press conference. They asked if ...

HOUR 2: Brian Branch's Suspension & Whether He's This Lions Team's Ndamukong Suh

14 Oct 2025

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The guys spent the second hour discussing Brian Branch's suspension and whether there are similarities between him and former Lions DT Ndamukong Suh.

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? NFL Edition + More Calls/Thoughts On Brian Branch

14 Oct 2025

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Rico opened the third hour with some "Can We Say That?"s but this time with some NFL takes. Then, they took more of your calls and read more of your t...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts, Calls On Brian Branch Suspension + Lions-Chiefs

14 Oct 2025

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The guys rounded out the show giving their final thoughts and taking your calls before Riger joined in cross-talk.

The Guys Take A Few Interesting Calls On Brian Branch/Lions-Chiefs

14 Oct 2025

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Rico and Stoney hear from a few more of the people on Brian Branch.

Were You Upset With How Lions-Chiefs Was Officiated?

14 Oct 2025

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Rico and Stoney continue their Brian Branch conversation, which leads to some thoughts on how the game was officiated as a whole.

Can We Say That? NFL Edition | 10-14-25

14 Oct 2025

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

Taking Your Calls On The Brian Branch Suspension/Ndamukong Suh Comparison

14 Oct 2025

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The people chime in on the Brian Branch conversation.

Is Brian Branch This Lions Team's Ndamukong Suh?

14 Oct 2025

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Rico and Stoney ask an interesting question comparing Brian Branch and former Lions DT Ndamukong Suh.

Can We Say That? CFB Edition | 10-14-25

14 Oct 2025

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

Hearing From The People On Tigers' Takeaways

14 Oct 2025

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Rico and Stoney take your calls and read your ticket texts on the Tigers topic at hand.

Would You Consider The Tigers' Season A Success?

14 Oct 2025

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The guys keep the Tigers' talk rolling, giving their main takeaways from the 2025 season and wondering what's next for Tarik Skubal in Detroit.

Reacting To Scott Harris & A.J. Hinch's Comments

14 Oct 2025

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Rico and Stoney (in for Valenti) discuss Scott Harris and A.J. Hinch's end-of-season press conference.

Michigan Still A Playoff Team? | 'Cash the Ticket'

14 Oct 2025

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From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): After Michigan's loss to USC, are they still a playoff team? Download the latest episode of Cash the Ticket t...

Best of Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Monday Reactions to Loss vs. Chiefs

14 Oct 2025

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The best reactions to the Lions' Week 6 loss to the Chiefs from Costa & Jansen, Karsch & Anderson, and The Valenti Show.

FULL SHOW: Monday, October 13th

14 Oct 2025

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Valenti and Rico kicked off an abbreviated show following a Red Wings win with their reactions to the multitude of events that took place in Detroit s...

What happened to the Lions on Sunday in KC? "We got worked pretty good" | '4th Down in the Motor City'

14 Oct 2025

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From ‘4th Down in the Motor City’ (Subscribe Here): After snapping their four-game win streak, the Lions have a lot to unpack from their 30-17 lo...

Hearing From The People On The Tigers/Lions

13 Oct 2025

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The guys hear from a few of the people on the Tigers' season-ending loss to the Mariners and the frustrating Lions' defeat to the Chiefs last night.

What To Make Of The Tigers' Season-Ending Loss To The Mariners In Game 5

13 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico continue to dish on all the topics at hand today, focusing mainly on the Tigers' Game 5 loss and the future of Tarik Skubal after he thr...

The Guys React To The Branch Suspension, Lions/Tigers Losses

13 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico jump right into their reactions to the huge past weekend in Detroit sports, starting with the Tigers' loss to the Mariners in a 15-innin...

Best Interviews On 97.1 The Ticket: October 6-10

12 Oct 2025

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The best interviews this week from Costa & Jansen, Karsch & Anderson, and The Valenti Show. Hear from Dan Campbell, Jared Goff, Todd McLellan, and Ros...

Best Of The Valenti Show On 97.1 The Ticket: Can We Say That?, NFL: Buy Or Sell?, and More!

11 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico get this Best of Valenti started with this week's "Can We Say That?" Also, they play a Buy or Sell game regarding the NFL, give their pr...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Are You Enjoying The Lions Ride?, Lions Making Moves, And More!

11 Oct 2025

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On this week's Best Of Lions, Costa & Jansen ask whether you're enjoying the ride that the Lions have taken us on. Plus, Karsch & Anderson break down ...

FULL SHOW: Friday, October 10th

11 Oct 2025

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Valenti and Rico kicked off this Football Friday by ripping the Red Wings for their poor play in the season opener against the Canadiens last night. T...

HOUR 1: Red Wings Get Embarrassed In The Opener + Prop Bet Casino

10 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico began the show lambasting the Red Wings for their pathetic showing at LCA last night on opening night. They heard from some angry caller...

HOUR 3: Previewing Lions-Chiefs, Who Said It?, MSU-UCLA Stakes

10 Oct 2025

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Mike and Rico began the third hour joined by TJ Lang, where they previewed Lions-Chiefs and played "Who Said It?" Then, the guys discussed MSU-UCLA an...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Tigers-Mariners Game 5 & Lions-Chiefs

10 Oct 2025

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The guys began the final hour of the show revisiting all of their topics from today, focusing on the Tigers game 5 against the Mariners in the ALDS to...

Final Preview of Tigers-Mariners Game 5 & Lions-Chiefs

10 Oct 2025

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The guys give their final thoughts on the Tigers' game 5 against the Mariners in the ALDS and Lions-Chiefs.

Is This Weekend's MSU Game Against UCLA Must-Win?

10 Oct 2025

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The guys discuss the stakes of MSU/UCLA this weekend.

The Guys + TJ Preview Lions-Chiefs

10 Oct 2025

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The guys give their thoughts on Lions-Chiefs this weekend.

The Picks | 10-10-25

10 Oct 2025

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The guys do this week's version of "The Picks".

The Guys Take More Of Your Tigers Calls

10 Oct 2025

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The guys hear from a Canadian caller about the Tigers.

TJ Lang Offers His Two Cents On The Tigers and Lions

10 Oct 2025

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TJ Lang joins the guys and dishes on the Tigers and the Lions.

Rico's Prop Bet Casino | 10-10-25

10 Oct 2025

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

Best of Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Monday reactions to Week 2 win over Bears

16 Sep 2025

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The best conversations about the Lions' dominant victory over the rival Bears -- and former Detroit offensive coordinator turned Chicago head coach Be...

Lions Dominate The Bears | Football Show Week 2 | Cash the Ticket

16 Sep 2025

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From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): After a week of concern, the Detroit Lions came out and just dominated the Chicago Bears. Valenti and Costa g...

FULL SHOW: Monday, September 15th

15 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico kicked off the first show of the week with their reactions to the Lions' beatdown of the Bears yesterday. They spent the first hour o...

HOUR 1: Reactions To Lions' Blowout Win Against Bears + Can We Say That?

15 Sep 2025

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The guys began the show with their thoughts on the Lions' thrashing of the Bears yesterday. Plus, they do part 1 of "Can We Say That?"

HOUR 2: Over-Officiating In The NFL

15 Sep 2025

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The guys spent the second hour discussing whether the NFL has an issue with over-officiating in each game.

HOUR 3: A Whole Bunch Of Can We Say Thats

15 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico opened the third hour with part 2 of "Can We Say That". Then, because the first two parts were so popular today, each of the guys gav...

HOUR 4: More Can We Say That?s + Marcus Davenport Injury

15 Sep 2025

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The guys started the final hour with a continuation of their topic from the last hour. Then, they gave an update on Marcus Davenport's status before W...

Will Marcus Davenport Miss Time Now?

15 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico talk about Lions DE Marcus Davenport's injury status.

The People Chime In With Some Can We Say Thats

15 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico hear some of the listeners' own version of Can We Say That.

The Guys Offer Their Own Can We Say Thats

15 Sep 2025

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Following the enjoyment of Can We Say That? part 2, the previous segment, the guys go around offering their own.

Can We Say That? CFB Edition | 9-15-25

15 Sep 2025

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The guys do a CFB-centered "Can We Say That?"

Taking Your Calls On Over-Officiating In The NFL

15 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico hear your thoughts on whether the NFL has an over-officiating issue.

Is There An Over-Officiating Problem In The NFL?

15 Sep 2025

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Valenti wants to know if he's out of touch by complaining about the impact of officiating on NFL games.

Can We Say That? | 9-15-25

15 Sep 2025

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The guys partake in this week's version of "Can We Say That?"

The People Share How They're Feeling Following The Lions' W In Week 2

15 Sep 2025

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The guys take your calls on the sentiment surrounding the Lions after their blowout win over the Bears.

Did The Lions' Win Over Bears Change Your Outlook On The Season?

15 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico continue their Lions discussion, wondering if they should change their predictions for the rest of the 2025 season for the Lions.

Valenti Is NOT Moved By Lions' Win Over Bears

15 Sep 2025

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Valenti explains why the Lions' drubbing of the Bears yesterday doesn't make him feel better about the team.

Best Of The Valenti Show On 97.1 The Ticket: Lions-Packers Reaction, Kawhi Situation, and More!

14 Sep 2025

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On this week's Best Of Valenti, Mike and Rico react to the Lions' disastrous loss to the Packers. Also, they share their two cents on the Kawhi Leonar...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Confidence In Lions, Bears Preview, and More!

13 Sep 2025

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Costa & Jansen get this week's Best Of Lions kicked off with a discussion about how much their confidence in the Lions was shaken after their week 1 l...

Best Of The Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Are Key Pieces Emerging At Right Time?

13 Sep 2025

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The Tigers' pitching plan could be coming into focus as they gear up for the playoffs. Plus, the return of a key player makes you wonder: Are they leg...

FULL SHOW: Friday, September 12th

12 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico kicked off this Football Friday with some thoughts on Commanders-Packers and what the Lions will need to show them against the Bears ...

HOUR 1: What We Need To See From The Lions This Sunday + Prop Bet Casino

12 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico started today's show talking about what they'd like to see from the Lions this Sunday against the Bears. They tied in what happened in P...

HOUR 2: TJ Lang Joins To Preview Bears-Lions & Do The Picks

12 Sep 2025

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TJ Lang joined the guys in his usual Friday spot for a packed second hour discussing all things Bears-Lions.

HOUR 3: Bears-Lions Injury Report, Who Said It?, Michigan Football's Plans Vs. CMU

12 Sep 2025

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TJ Lang stuck around to react to the injury report for the Lions game this Sunday and play "Who Said It?" Then, Mike and Rico discussed what Michigan ...

HOUR 4: Michigan Football's Plans Continued

12 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico closed out the week continuing their conversation on what Michigan football's plans will be tomorrow against CMU, specifically with B...

The People Chime In On What Michigan Should Do Tomorrow Vs. CMU

12 Sep 2025

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The guys take your calls on Michigan football.

Should Michigan Let Bryce Underwood Loose Against CMU?

12 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico continue their conversation about Michigan's potential gameplan against CMU this weekend.

What Do You Think Michigan's Plan Will Be Vs. CMU?

12 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico ponder what Michigan football's gameplan will be against CMU.

Reacting To Bears-Lions Injury Report

12 Sep 2025

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The guys react to the final injury report ahead of Bears-Lions.

The Picks | 9-12-25

12 Sep 2025

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The guys + TJ give their picks for this weekend in football.

The Guys + TJ Preview Lions-Bears

12 Sep 2025

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The guys share their thoughts on what will happen in the Lions' week 2 matchup with the Bears.

TJ Lang Needs To See THIS Sunday From The Lions

12 Sep 2025

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TJ Lang reveals his biggest need for the Lions this weekend.

Rico's Prop Bet Casino | 9-12-25

12 Sep 2025

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

Taking Your Calls on Expectations for Lions-Bears

12 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico hear from the people on what we need to see from the Lions this Sunday.

What Do We Need To See From The Lions Against the Bears On Sunday?

12 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico debate what the Lions will have to do this Sunday against the Bears to quell all concerns about the team.

Have The Packers Surpassed The Lions?

12 Sep 2025

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The guys react to another solid Packers performance against the Commanders on TNF.

Lions -6.5 vs Bears | 'Cash the Ticket'

12 Sep 2025

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From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): The Lions will win this game, right? Download the latest episode of Cash the Ticket today. To learn more a...

Stop The 11 PM Kick | Cash the Ticket

12 Sep 2025

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From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): Michigan State's kick with USC is at 11 PM eastern. Why is this game so late? Download the latest episode of ...

Lions O-Line struggled Week1. Will things get worse before they get better? | '4th Down in the Motor City'

12 Sep 2025

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From ‘4th Down in the Motor City’ (Subscribe Here): The Detroit Lions' offensive line might be facing more trouble, potentially leaving the team s...

FULL SHOW: Thursday, September 11th

11 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico got today's show started with a reaction to the NCAA's investigation into former college basketball players for gambling allegations....

HOUR 1: NCAA Gambling Investigation + In Football Today

11 Sep 2025

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The guys began today's show addressing the new NCAA investigation into multiple college basketball players for potential gambling violations while the...

HOUR 2: How Can Normal People Afford To Go To Lions Games?

11 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico spent the second hour discussing how expensive Lions tickets are, asking the people if this is ruining their relationship with the team,...

HOUR 3: David's Best Bets, Controversial AP Voter, OSU's Plan To Destroy Big Ten

11 Sep 2025

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The guys opened a packed third hour joined by David for some best bets. Then, Valenti shared his frustration at the AP voter who moved Florida up in h...

HOUR 4: Packers-Commanders Preview Tonight

11 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico finished out the show with a conversation on Packers-Commanders on TNF and if a convincing Green Bay win will make you feel better about...

Would A Packers Win Tonight Make You Feel Better About The Lions?

11 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico wonder how Lions fans will feel if the Packers beat the Commanders on TNF tonight.

Discussing The Possibility of OSU Starting a CFB Super League

11 Sep 2025

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The guys react to the report that OSU's greed might destroy the Big Ten.

Valenti Loses It Over Controversial AP Voter

11 Sep 2025

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Valenti offers his thoughts on the AP voter, Haley Sawyer, who moved Florida up two spots in her ranking even after their upset loss to USF.

David's Best Football Bets For This Weekend

11 Sep 2025

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David joins the guys to go through some of his best bets for this weekend in football.

The People Chime In On Affordability Issue In Sports/With The Lions

11 Sep 2025

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Mike and Rico hear from a few of the people about their thoughts on how expensive it is to attend Lions games.

Is Your Relationship Changing With Your Sports Team Because Of How Expensive It Is?

11 Sep 2025

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Valenti and Rico continue their conversation on how expensive it is to attend sporting events, asking whether this is impacting your dedication to you...

Are Lions Tickets Too Expensive?

11 Sep 2025

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The guys look at some ticket prices for Sunday's Lions game, wondering if this has become too egregious.