On this episode of the Detroit Lions News Podcast, Joe Chapp breaks down two MASSIVE storylines shaping the Lions’ offseason:

🔹 What Drew Petzing revealed in his interview with Pride of Detroit — and why his adaptability could unlock an already elite Detroit offense. 🔹 The full cornerback and safety breakdown — including the biggest wild card on the roster heading into 2026.

The Detroit Lions keep saying they’re “close”… but the defense tells a different story. From the defensive line rotation to linebacker uncertainty, this episode digs into the uncomfortable truth Lions fans are arguing about right now.

Is Aidan Hutchinson being asked to do too much? Is Maxx Crosby a real possibility or just fan fantasy? What happens if Alex Anzalone walks — and how worried should we be about Kirby Joseph’s injury outlook? We break down the film, the numbers, the contracts, and the front office decisions that could define the Lions’ Super Bowl window.

If you care about the Lions’ defense, cap strategy, and whether this team is actually built to win big — this is the episode. Subscribe, leave a review, and share with the Lions fan who thinks “we’re good” is good enough.

The Detroit Lions offseason spotlight turns to the trenches and tight ends.

In this episode of the Detroit Lions News Podcast, Joe and James break down the tight end room and offensive line, diving into how injuries, roster construction, and coaching changes impacted the offense — and what Brad Holmes must prioritize next.

Topics include:

• Sam LaPorta’s impact and what the Lions missed without him

• Brock Wright’s future and whether Detroit adds another tight end

• Free agent vs draft options at tight end

• Interior offensive line struggles and why it matters for Jared Goff

• Guard, center, and tackle scenarios for 2025

• Taylor Decker uncertainty and offensive line succession planning

• Why drafting tackles is riskier than fans think

• Senior Bowl insights and draft philosophy

• How injuries shape championship teams

This episode sets the stage for next week’s defensive line and linebacker breakdown as Detroit prepares for a pivotal offseason.

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