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On Stephen A. Smith and Detroit

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith made some off-the-cuff comments about Detroit that got a lot of Detroiters real mad about how he perceived the city and the Lions impact on it. 02:09 – Norris Howard is in, and we talk about – should we have paid it so much attention? Should Detroit walk tall, knowing we have things to work on or respond to what he said negatively about areas outside of downtown? This segment is by listener request.  17:37 – We talk about a new rec center in Detroit’s Chandler Par...

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Can the Lions beat the 49ers? Yes. Will they? We talk about it.

Fletcher Sharpe is in and we’re here to talk the Detroit Lions. 01:08 – Is/was the curse of Bobby Layne real?   03:18 – Recapping the Lions/Buccaneers games, highlights, lowlights, things to watch out for 18:35 – Looking ahead to San Francisco and maybe and NFC Championship? 25:41 – Singing Zach Ertz at the last minute to boost the lineup 27:50 – Final game predictions Feedback as always – dailydetroit – at – gmail – dot – com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: http...

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What the Lions need to win against Tampa Bay in the playoffs

We now know our weekend playoff opponent: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers. So what’s next? What do the Detroit Lions need to do? Plus, we talk a little bit about the Pistons trade. Full rundown: 00:34 – Next opponent: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 04:41 – What are the Vegas odds? 07:29 – What is going on with Cam Sutton (and the difficult job he has to do) 08:56 – Pushing the envelope  10:41 – What do the Lions need to do to Win the playoff game? 13:15 – The wild fan reactions to Matthew Staff...

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BONUS POD: Lions Win!!!

The Detroit Lions won their first playoff game in a long, long time against the LA Rams. How are we feeling about it? Is the “Same Old Lions” curse over? How great was it the Lions spread their offense across multiple tools? How about Goff beating Stafford? We were going to be off today as it’s a Federal Holiday (MLK Day), but because of the unique news this is a bonus edition of the podcast where Fletcher and Jer talk about everything that happened. This is recorded before the Buccane...

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Michigan wins National Championship // What the Lions need to win against Rams

01:19 – The National championship was not even close 02:28 – Michigan’s defense did a number on Michael Penix Jr. 05:34 – Washington got dominated  08:41 – When Fletcher got hit so hard he knew he almost didn’t want to play football anymore 10:31 – Will Jim Harbaugh stay? 14:39 – Detroit Lions get home playoff game against Rams, how do we do without Sam LaPorta if he’s unavailable 17:27 – Stafford vs Goff? Or is it really about any mobile quarterback 19:09 – If it’s a revenge g...

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Insane football weekend // Prediction: Cade will leave Pistons

Hello 2024! Crazy weekend of football, and the Detroit Pistons finally break their losing streak. From the Daily Detroit studio at Techtown, here’s the rundown: 00:30 – Lions discussion begins, did the Lions get robbed, or did CeeDee Lamb run all over them?  07:18 – The attempt for two points at the end was a gutsy call. Was it the right one? 09:29 – Vikings predictions, chances for Lions to set some records 10:47 – Michigan beats Alabama is a sloppy one, with strong defensive play...

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It's the best of times (Lions) and worst of times (Pistons) in Detroit sports

It’s among the best of time in Detroit sports as the Lions clinch the NFC North, bringing home a division title for the first time in more than three decades. It’s also among the worst, as the listless Detroit Pistons have an NBA-record losing streak and the team just looks defeated. For one of our two New Year episodes, Fletcher and Jer discuss the joy and difficulty; as well as make some predictions for 2024 in sports. Rundown: 00:30 – The Detroit Lions take the NFC North to the chee...

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Lions return to form // Pistons fans frustrated // New Comerica scoreboard // New Bucharest location

Happy Tuesday! From a new location for a popular shwarma spot to a new scoreboard and Lions talk, we have you covered on this Tuesday with Fletcher Sharpe. 00:23 – Fletcher went and tried the new Bucharest location in Grosse Pointe Woods 04:49 – The Lions return to form as their offensive line heals and runs the Broncos back to Denver 10:02 – Pistons fans are frustrated, with some calling for Gores to get rid of the team. Fletcher doesn’t think we’re at that point. 13:46 – Comerica P...

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Should the NHL take concussions more seriously? // Lions vibe deteriorating // Steinwascher returns

Fletcher Sharpe is in studio to talk about the Lions, Dylan Larkin’s situation, and Detroit City FC re-signing Nate Steinwascher.  01:03 – Detroit City FC re-signs Nate Steinwascher, more to come  06:16 – The vibe is deteriorating with the Lions. There’s time to pull up, but they need to stop making mistakes. 14:25 – We dsicuss the idea that maybe the NHL and hockey in general needs to take concussions more seriously, and that violence is part of what makes sports popular in America. F...

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Jim Leyland Hall of Fame love // Can the Pistons pull up? // Lions, Michigan talk

Hello and welcome back from the weekend. Today’s show is a busy one. 00:41 – Lions talk as they beat the Saints. There’s pluses and minuses. 08:43 – Michigan is going to face Alabama after crushing Iowa. Some first takes. 13:19 – The Pistons are losing a lot. Like, a lot a lot. Could be a record amoung of losing. What’s next? 18:48 – Jim Leyland, former Detroit Tigers manager, has been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Well deserved, and we discuss. Feedback as always – dailyde...

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150 Days ‘til NFL Draft in Detroit // Maeda to Tigers // Michigan & Lions

The rundown: 01:13 – Fletcher Sharpe shares an amazing catch in High School Football 04:17 – Michigan wins and how they’re like Kintsugi pottery 12:33 – Lions lose on Thanksgiving. Should we be stressed? Do we need more out of Jared Goff? 17:04 – Amon-Ra St. Brown fined 5% of his salary. Is the physicality of the NFL changing? 20:40 – The Tigers reportedly sign pitcher and AL Cy Young runner-up Kenta Maeda. 23:20 – The NFL Detroit is coming to Detroit in 150 days. Jer and Fletche...

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The Lions and Wolverines win anyway (plus predictions)

The Detroit Lions and Michigan Wolverines win. Fletcher Sharpe gets into the ups, the downs, and what’s next for both football teams. Feedback as always – dailydetroit – at – gmail – dot – com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify  Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit  Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit...

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Michigan and Harbaugh is the talk of the nation // Lions win boosts confidence

Two main topics today. 00:45 The University of Michigan won without their head coach, Jim Harbaugh, on the sidelines. The whole alleged scandal is the talk of the nation when it comes to sports. Jer and Fletcher dive in. 16:59 – The Lions won on Sunday over the Chargers in a way that’s starting to win over even the most hardened souls. Apologies for the late posting today. We’ve been working on our special project that Patreon members are going to find out about first.   Feedback as...

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Does sign stealing even matter? // Lions MNF win // EMU gift

Today’s show is in four parts. First, we quickly talk about EMU Alumni Maxx Crosby’s gift to their athletic department. Second, the Lions won on Monday Night against the Las Vegas Raiders. Somebody needs to sign that woman who caught Jahmyr Gibbs! Third, does sign stealing even matter in football? Fletcher brings a players perspective to a controversy that has a lot of people hot and bothered. And finally, Detroit City FC ends their season with a 4-0 loss to Louisville City. What kin...

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Sam Woll tragedy // Riverwalk connects to Belle Isle // Lions MNF prediction

A lot to process from this weekend. 00:17 We start the show talking about the tragic death of community leader Samantha Woll. There’s national attention, and we hope somehow the good she did is remembered. 07:36 – The Uniroyal Section of the Detroit Riverwalk opened this weekend. Jer was there, and we discuss the long-term impact of it. 15:59 – Coming off a hard loss, the Lions need to rebound for Monday Night Football next week here at Ford Field. We discuss the loss, predictions agai...

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Strike could cost city $452k a day // Lions win // Detroit City bounces into playoffs

Today’s show is in three parts. 00:50 – A strike against Detroit’s three casinos looms as the contract expires tonight at midnight. The 3,700 workers represented by a council of unions would go on strike at noon tomorrow if there’s not a deal, and it would have a big budget impact on the city of Detroit.  05:56 – Fletcher Sharpe talks about how the Lions are a complete team and what’s different now than when they were good at the end of last year. 16:32 – Detroit City FC bounced into t...

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Miggy retires as family // 12 Win Lions? // Detroit City disappoints

Mondays mean Fletcher Sharpe, and today’s episode is all sports because, well, Miguel Cabrera retiring is a big story. 00:28 – Miguel Cabrera is forever a Tiger, and him going to the front office keeps him family 06:39 – The Lions win at Lambeau and show up big in blue. We discuss a schedule that now looks like we might get 12 wins, if the winds blow right. Plus, Jameson Williams may come back sooner. 15:02 – Athough there’s a chance at the playoffs, the end of the season can’t come so...

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Wall falls in Eastern Market // Lions fans show up // DCFC disappoints

On your Daily Detroit, sharing what to know and where to go in Southeast Michigan: 00:20 – A wall of the Del Bene building collapses during the Eastern Market rush. An emergency demolition has been ordered. We discuss, and there will be lots more to talk about in the future. Daily Detroit TikTok with video: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailydetroit/video/7279543109451664682  Bridge Detroit update: https://www.bridgedetroit.com/emergency-demolition-ordered-for-collapsed-eastern-market-buildi...