Valenti and Rico spent the first hour of today's show wondering if there's cause for concern with the Tigers after their 4-7 start. They took this topic until they reacted to the Red Wings' loss to the Blue Jackets last night and discussed, for the rest of the show, what happens now with the once-great franchise.
HOUR 1: Should We Be Concerned About The Tigers' 4-7 Start? + In Football Today
04/08/2026 | 40 mins.
Mike and Rico discussed whether they're worried about the Tigers yet after their 4-7 start to begin the show. Then, they reacted to a list of NFL players who could get traded before the NFL Draft on an "In Football Today".
HOUR 2: Red Wings Lose Another In Pathetic Fashion: What Happens Now?
04/08/2026 | 38 mins.
Valenti and Rico shifted their sights towards the Red Wings in the second hour following their loss to the Blue Jackets last night. They stuck with this topic for the rest of the hour, taking a bunch of your calls and reading your texts.
HOUR 3: NFL Draft Rumors + More Thoughts On Where Red Wings Go From Here
04/08/2026 | 31 mins.
The guys were joined by David at the beginning of the third hour, who came equipped with some NFL Draft rumors. Then, they returned to the Red Wings and their ongoing spiral.
HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Red Wings
04/08/2026 | 22 mins.
Valenti and Rico put a bow on today's proceedings with more Red Wings talk amidst another brutal season collapse.
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