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Cade Mays fractured a bone in his wrist and is expected to miss roughly 8-10 weeks, per Ian Rapoport. Dan Campbell says he will be back this season. Joe Chapp and James break down what the Lions actually have behind him, why this offensive line is built to survive it, and why the early schedule gives Detroit room to absorb it.
Also on this episode: Teddy Bridgewater retires and the Lions sign Josh Dobbs, Isiah Pacheco's MCL sprain and the RB2 role, the Jahmyr Gibbs extension and where the running back market is heading, and a look ahead to Thursday's preseason opener against the Bengals.
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The pads came on in Allen Park and the roster finally started separating itself. Joe Chapp and James break down Day 5 of Detroit Lions training camp: what the Devin White signing actually tells you about how Kelvin Sheppard plans to use him, why Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph doing side work is the biggest story of camp so far, where the Jahmyr Gibbs hold-in stands after his first comments to reporters, and who won the first day of one-on-ones.
Covered in this episode:
- Devin White's coverage numbers and why his role is likely situational behind Jack Campbell- Jimmy Rolder's hamstring, Derrick Moore's groin, Miles Kitselman, Lawrence Keys, Payton Turner and Ben Bartch- Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph and Tyler Conklin working off to the side- The Gibbs hold-in, the Bijan Robinson standoff, and what the number is likely to land at- Dan Campbell walking back the "bell cow" comment- The cornerback competition: Rock Ya-Sin, Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Nick Whiteside- The 2025 luck data: 30th in field goal luck, last in fumble luck, most accepted penalties in the NFL- First padded practice one-on-ones: Hutchinson vs Sewell, Tyleik Williams, Blake Miller, Tyler Lacy, the left guard battle- Why no true nose tackle on the roster points to a more aggressive defensive front- Camp standouts: Cedrick Wilson Jr., Nick Whiteside, Ahmed Hassanein, Anthony Lucas
New episodes every Monday through the preseason.

Detroit Lions training camp is finally here. Full preview before veterans report Tuesday and practice starts on Wednesday.
In this episode:• Jahmyr Gibbs contract — extension timing, hold-in vs. holdout, and why the Lions likely pay him• Todd France's agent track record (Aiyuk, Burns) and what it means for leverage• The running back room after trading Montgomery — Pacheco, and depth• Wide receiver 5 battle and Tom Kennedy's improbable path to the roster• Offensive line roster projection• BREAKING: Vita Vea trade request out of Tampa
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Joe Chapp and co-host James (Section 344 Lions) break down the end of Detroit Lions minicamp — and a Dan Campbell who looks and sounds different heading into 2025.
 
After a disappointing 2024 and the failed John Morton offensive coordinator hire, Campbell has stopped hyping individual players and is hammering one thing: competition within the roster. That puts Terrion Arnold squarely on notice at cornerback — he has to go earn his starting spot. We get into the new tone, the "pajama party in May" mindset, and why this version of Campbell makes sense.
 
Also in this episode:
- Defensive end position grade: C+ (78/100, 14th-18th in the NFL) — up from a D- last year
- Aidan Hutchinson third in Defensive Player of the Year odds
- The Alim McNeill hype train — and a bold All-Pro prediction
- Kelvin Sheppard's year two and what the front seven could look like
- Jack Campbell's "win the North" interview with Brad Galli
- Brendan Sorsby and the supplemental draft
 
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We're back. After a Memorial Day break, we came back to the table — and the NFL handed us a monster story before we even hit record. Myles Garrett is a Ram. Jared Verse is a Brown. And the trade that shook the NFC has Lions fans asking the same question they always ask: why not us?
We break down why the Cleveland Browns quietly won this deal, why LA's all-in window may be shorter than people think, and why Brad Holmes doesn't need to play Howie Roseman to build a contender. We also get into the Lions 2025 schedule — the road games you should love, the ones to watch, and why the back half of the year sets Detroit up for a statement run. Plus, the NFC quarterback carousel, Kyler Murray's "leadership" moment, and why JJ McCarthy's classroom answer might be the most honest thing said in an NFL facility all offseason.

The Detroit Lions schedule has been released, and Joe Chapp and James give their instant reaction on the Detroit Lions News Podcast.
The guys break down why this schedule looks favorable for Detroit, why 10 wins may not be enough, and why the Lions should be expected to compete for the NFC North title. They also discuss the toughest stretch of the season, the Germany trip, the three-games-in-12-days challenge, the late-season road games at Chicago and Green Bay, and why the first five games could set the tone for the entire year.
This episode also covers quarterback matchups, games to circle, how the schedule impacts Detroit’s new offensive coordinator, and why missing the playoffs would be unacceptable with this roster and this schedule.

The Detroit Lions just wrapped up another draft… and once again, Brad Holmes might’ve cooked.
From Blake Miller locking down right tackle to Derrick Moore joining the edge rotation, this class feels intentional, aggressive, and built for the future. The Lions attacked key needs, added depth, and may have found serious value late with players like Keith Abney and Kendrick Law.
But not every pick is without questions.
Did Detroit reach with Jimmy Rolder?Is Tyree West a hidden weapon or a project?And could this class push the Lions closer to a Super Bowl?
We break down EVERY pick, the strategy behind it, and what it means for the future of this roster.
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The Detroit Lions just made a controversial move in the NFL Draft… and fans are split. Did Brad Holmes just land a perfect fit — or did Detroit reach for Derrick Moore?
In this episode of the Detroit Lions News Podcast, we break down the Lions draft strategy, Derrick Moore’s upside, and why this pick could define the defense moving forward. From pass rush production to roster depth behind Aidan Hutchinson, this is a move that could make or break the season.
If you’re a Detroit Lions fan, this is the debate you NEED to be part of.
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The Detroit Lions shocked the NFL by selecting Blake Miller… but did they just make a championship-level move?
This isn’t your typical draft reaction — we’re breaking down what this pick REALLY means for the future of the Detroit Lions, Jared Goff, and a potential Super Bowl run. Is this a culture pick? A protection move? Or a sign Brad Holmes is playing chess while the NFL plays checkers?

The Detroit Lions are one week away from the NFL Draft, and the strategy coming out of Brad Holmes’ camp is raising serious questions.
From the “drafting in your own city curse” to the debate between best player available vs team need, this episode breaks down what the Lions could REALLY do on draft night.
We dive into:
Why teams struggle drafting in their own city
Brad Holmes’ real philosophy and what it means for Detroit
Offensive line vs defense debate heating up
Trade scenarios that could shake up the draft
Full mock draft reactions and key takeaways
This is not your typical recap. This is the real conversation Lions fans are having.
If you’re a Lions fan, this episode will challenge how you think about the draft.