Drinking the Blue Kool-Aid (A Detroit Lions Podcast‪)‬ Drinking the Blue Kool-Aid

The Blue Kool-Aid duo of Big Z and UJ reunite to discuss some of their favorite draft prospects and discuss the history of where the Lions' first-round draft slot, 29th overall. After starting off the episode with their thoughts on the Brock Wright contract (2:00), they discuss the possibility of selecting Alabama CB Kool-Aid McKinstry in the first round. Afterwards, the krew goes long on the favorite offensive line prospects. Finally, the krew dives into the past decade of #29 overall picks, where the Lions will hope to turn the tide of recent draft busts elected from the position.

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The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to break down the Lions' new free agent signings, new NFL rules changes, and our Mock Draft 1.0!
The krew kicks things off by discussing the ramifications of Cam Sutton's release (1:30). Then, the krew gets excited about the additions of former Bengals DT DJ Reader (7:30) and Ravens OG Kevin Zeitler (11:25) before bidding Josh Reynolds farewell (14:15).
Afterwards, the guys go in-depth about the new NFL rules coming in 2024 from the new kickoff rules to the hip-drop tackle ban (17:35).
Finally, the krew previews the NFL draft by mocking the first two rounds for the Lions. They dive into what the Lions could do at #29 overall (32:15) and in the second round, #61 overall (47:30).

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This week brought the start of free agency, and the Blue Kool-Aid duo of Big Z and UJ are here to break down all of the Lions' big moves. They Kick things off by acknowledging the extensions of Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell, and Chris Spielman (1:30) before diving into the big addition of former Bengals DT D.J. Reader (2:30) and his impact on the defensive line. Then, the krew discusses the signing of former Saints and Vikings DE Marcus Davenport and how he could be a force off the edge if he stays healthy (7:30).
After the DL talk, they discuss the additions in the secondary in Carlton Davis and Amik Robertson (12:00) before speculating on who Detroit could take at #29 overall (18:05).
Finally, the krew wraps things up with a discussion on who they think could give the Lions the biggest challenge for the NFC North crown (37:30).

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After a long hiatus, the Blue Kool-Aid krew is back to discuss the NFL Combine and the upcoming free agency period. First, the krew breaks down their standout prospects from the combine including Braden Friske, Talise Fuaga, and more (1:30). Then, they shift to free agency and discuss whether Jonah Jackson will be back in Detroit in 2024 (23:30), who the Lions could target in free agency (33:00), and give out one big prediction for what the Lions will do when free agency starts next week (46:30).

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It is Super Bowl week and while the Lions 2023 season may be over, the Blue Kool-Aid krew is not ready to finish talking about it yet! This is our annual grades podcast, where we grade the Lions team from position by position.
Before getting into the grades, we discuss Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn's return to the 2024 coaching staff, the team adding former Titans DL coach Terrell Williams to the coaching staff, and our Super Bowl Predictions. See below for all of the different categories we graded.

Quarterbacks (11:00)
Running Backs/Fullbacks (14:10)
Offensive Line (19:10)
Tight Ends (25:05)
Wide Receivers (30:55)
Defensive Line (40:10)
Linebackers (46:55)
Defensive Backs (51:30)
OC Ben Johnson (57:50)
DC Aaron Glenn (1:02:00)
HC Dan Campbell (1:06:40)
GM Brad Holmes (1:09:10)
Ownership (1:13:45)
Rookie of the Year (1:16:50)
Most Improved Player (1:17:50)
Team MVP (1:20:50)
Play of the Year (1:24:00)
Best Moment (1:27:00)
Best Quote (1:30:00)

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The Blue Kool-Aid krew solemnly reunites to discuss the Lions' heartbreaking 34-31 loss in the NFC Championship at the hands of the San Francisco 49ers. They kick things off by discussing the good play (2:30) that gave them a 17-point lead going into halftime. Then, they discuss how things fell apart in the second half (22:00). Did Dan Campbell or the players cost the team the NFC Championship?

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