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Best of the Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Why the Cade Mays injury will not ruin the Lions' season
08/12/2026 | 30 mins.
Hosts break down the major setback of Detroit Lions starting center Cade Mays suffering a wrist injury, exploring his expected 8-to-10 week timeline and missing early games. They evaluate potential replacements in Juice Scruggs and Seth McLaughlin, ultimately assessing whether Detroit's upgraded offensive line depth and manageable early schedule can keep their season on track.
FULL SHOW: Tuesday, August 11th
08/11/2026 | 2h 19 mins.
Rico made his return, and he & Valenti immediately tackled the ongoing, worsening issue of NIL in college football. They took this topic up to the second hour, where they touched on the lack of resolution between Duren and the Pistons before spending some time discussing with themselves and the people whether they're re-engaged with the Tigers. The guys wrapped up the show in the final hour with their thoughts on Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch and which is closer to returning from injury.
HOUR 1: The Ongoing Disaster Of NIL In College Sports + CFB Blitz
08/11/2026 | 41 mins.
The guys dove right into the increasingly worse state of NIL in college football to open the show. They reacted to what some players are making this year and discussed whether this is even somewhat sustainable before sticking with college football with a CFB Blitz where they rated the top traditions in the country.
HOUR 2: Thoughts On Lack Of Resolution To Duren/Pistons Saga + Are You Back In On The Tigers?
08/11/2026 | 39 mins.
Valenti and Rico discussed their lack of understanding of the Pistons still not coming to a contract agreement with Jalen Duren. They quickly transitioned from this to whether they (and by extension, the people) are re-engaged with the Tigers amidst their solid stretch.
HOUR 3: Can We Say That? + More Tigers Calls + Adam Schefter Is (Probably) Not Happy With J.J. McCarthy's Benching
08/11/2026 | 31 mins.
With Rico's return comes "Can We Say That?" They completed the fan-favorite segment and took some more of your Tigers calls on whether you've bought back in. The guys rounded out the hour by sharing Adam Schefter's questionably worded Tweet announcing J.J. McCarthy's benching for Kyler Murray.

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About The Valenti Show

The Valenti Show with Rico is Detroit’s must-listen daily sports show — where strong opinions meet smart analysis. Hosted by Mike Valenti and Rico Beard, The Valenti Show brings unfiltered takes on the biggest national stories and dives deep into all-things-Detroit sports: the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, Red Wings, Michigan and Michigan State. Whether it's NFL drama, playoff stakes or college football storylines, Valenti and Rico tell it like it is — no fluff, no fan service, just real talk. Catch The Valenti Show with Rico live Monday through Friday 2pm - 6pm EST on 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT). Full episodes, individual hours and show highlights drop daily wherever you get your podcasts.

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