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LIONS SQUAD SHOW: Detroit Lions EASIEST SCHEDULE? Plus DJ Reader Signs With Giants & Matt Campbell! 

Detroit Lions Off-Season News discussed on Locked On Lions SQUAD SHOW twice per week with Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin & Bradford Banta. 

Locked On Lions Squad Show: Jake Riepma, Natalie Kerwin, & Bradford Banta.

Bradford Banta is an 11-year NFL veteran who went on to coach for 11 years in the NFL. A Graduate and 3 1/2-year starter at TE for the University of Southern California, Bradford’s 11-year NFL playing career included stops with the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Detroit Lions, and Buffalo Bills.

Banta’s 11-year NFL coaching career primarily on Special Teams and

defense included time with the Detroit Lions, Washington Redskins, and New Orleans Saints.

Bradford also brings a resume with 5-years of College coaching career primarily on Special Teams and offense with Tennessee-Chattanooga and the University of Michigan.

Natalie Kerwin is a sports broadcaster and host with FanDuel Sports Network. Kerwin hosts the pre & postgame shows for the Detroit Pistons official team broadcasts as well as sideline reporting with the network. A graduate of Michigan State University, Kerwin is a Michigan girl through-and-through and the definition of a Detroit Sports fanatic! 

Jake Riepma is a sports talk radio host and on-air personality formerly with 97.1 The Ticket - the flagship radio station for the Detroit Lions. Riepma formerly held roles on the Detroit Lions postgame show as well as other hosting roles with the Detroit Red Wings, Pistons & Tigers on the radio side of things before accepting a hosting role with 105.3 The Fan in Dallas. 

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Detroit Lions face a pivotal question: can Alim McNeil return to form and anchor their defensive resurgence after last season’s injury struggles? Matt Dery breaks down McNeil’s performance drop post-ACL tear, examining concerning Pro Football Focus grades and the urgent need for interior disruption alongside Aidan Hutchinson. With Detroit investing $97 million over four years in McNeil, expectations for interior pressure and run-stopping dominance are at an all-time high as the Lions chase a playoff return in 2026.

 

Matt also spotlights GM Brad Holmes’ assertion that the Lions boast unprecedented depth on both the offensive and defensive lines—while offering a critical take on whether Detroit’s D-line rotation measures up. Plus, get the latest on Jack Campbell’s contract extension prospects, shoutouts to the surging Detroit Pistons, and a heartfelt tribute to Detroit sports talk host Pat Caputo. Don’t miss this essential reset on the Lions’ path forward. #firstlisten  

 

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Detroit Lions face a critical turning point as cornerback Terrion Arnold enters a pivotal third NFL season. Can Arnold shake off injury setbacks and off-field rumors to become the lockdown corner Detroit envisioned when they drafted him out of Alabama? Matt Dery analyzes Arnold’s candid appearance with Ari Meirov, spotlighting his respect for veterans like Jared Goff, the intense Detroit culture, and his potential to anchor the secondary.

 

Key topics include expectations for young cornerbacks, a surprising resurfacing of Matt Campbell’s near-hire before Dan Campbell, and the buzz surrounding the Lions’ rumored November 15 Germany game. Plus, controversy erupts over draft value, with Dery taking issue with claims that edge rusher Derrick Moore was a full-round reach. Get the latest on Detroit Lions roster strategy, training camp challenges, and the crucial factors that will define their upcoming NFL campaign.#firstlisten  

 

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Detroit Lions shift their offseason strategy—could a softer approach revive their playoff hopes? Matt Dery reveals why Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes are scrapping joint practices, rookie minicamp, and local pro days, all while aiming to keep stars like Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch healthy after back-to-back injury-plagued seasons. Is this the 180 the Lions need to get back to their 15-win form?

 

Ranking shockers leave the Detroit Lions outside ESPN’s top 10, trailing NFC North rivals—how does this motivate the team? Dery also spotlights the battle at backup center, highlighting under-the-radar options like Seth McLaughlin and Juice Scruggs. With offensive line upgrades, a rebuilt secondary, and questions swirling about Joseph’s return, the Lions’ new look could hold the keys to a bounce-back campaign. Will recalibrated training keep Detroit in the hunt? #firstlisten  

 

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Detroit Lions make bold offseason moves as D.J. Reader exits for the New York Giants, signaling a new youth movement on defense. Matt Dery assesses Reader’s underwhelming tenure in Detroit and what his departure means for an evolving Lions interior. Can rising talents like Alim McNeill, Tyleik Williams, and recently drafted Skyler Gil Howard fill the void and solidify the trenches?

 

NFL analyst Dalton Wasserman joins to grade Brad Holmes’ draft strategy, praising the Lions’ physical, win-now picks like tackle Blake Miller and edge rusher Derrick Moore. The discussion features sleepers Keith Abney and Gil Howard, competition along the defensive line, and comparisons between Miller and Monroe Freeling. Insights on Jimmy Rolder’s role at linebacker, Isaiah Pacheco’s fit after the David Montgomery trade, and NFC North rivals’ draft hauls round out this jam-packed breakdown. Are the Detroit Lions positioned for another NFC North title? #firstlisten  

 

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