Episode 112: Dannie Rogers & T.J. Lang talk Lions season opener

The Twentyman in the Huddle podcast is on the road again, this time at the 2023 NFL Annual Meetings from the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. In this week's episode, presented by Microsoft, Lions head coach Dan Campbell makes his podcast debut alongside Tim Twentyman. The two discuss the Lions' recent acquisitions of C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Cam Sutton and Emmanuel Moseley in free agency, why it was important to re-sign players like John Cominsky, Alex Anzalone and Isaiah Buggs and what Campbell is looking forward to when players return to the facility on April 17. After some last words from Coach Campbell, Tim is then joined by producer PJ Clark to recap the first wave of free agency, the rule proposals at the 2023 NFL Annual Meetings and Brad Holmes' press conference in Phoenix. Stay tuned for more episodes as the Lions prepare for the 2023 NFL Draft!

On this week's episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman is joined by four more of the Lions' signings as the second week of free agency comes to a close. First off, new Lions defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson joins Tim in the studio to discuss what brought him to Detroit, his positional versatility and how being part of last season's Super Bowl loss motivates him moving forward. Next, offensive lineman Graham Glasgow stops by to talk about coming back to the Lions to play alongside Taylor Decker and Frank Ragnow and his first impressions of Dan Campbell. Special teams ace C.J. Moore then talks through his reasons for re-signing with Detroit, playing for Dave Fipp and why the Lions are so effective on fake punts. To wrap this episode, kicker Michael Badgley and Tim break down last season's kicking game and how Badgley wants to improve this offseason. Stay tuned for coverage from the 2023 NFL Annual Meetings next week in Phoenix, Arizona!

On this week's episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman and producer PJ Clark are back in the Allen Park studio to wrap things up after the position drills at the 2023 NFL Combine. The two discuss Tim's big winners from the week in Indianapolis, including Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson, Georgia edge Nolan Smith and Pitt defensive tackle Calijah Kancey. After notes on Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs, Tim and PJ turn their attention to free agency ahead of the NFL's tampering window opening on Monday, March 13. They break down free agents that may fit the Lions at positions of need, including cornerback, linebacker and backup quarterback. To end this episode, Tim answers some fan questions submitted through Twitter. Stay tuned for episodes breaking down all the Lions' free agency moves!

Tim Twentyman is on the road again, this time taking the podcast to Indianapolis for the 2023 NFL Combine. In this episode of Twentyman in the Huddle, presented by Microsoft, Tim is joined by producer PJ Clark as the two discuss the key takeaways from Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell meeting with the media on Wednesday afternoon. The two break down Campbell's process for interviewing prospects, Holmes' take on the backup quarterback position and the latest on the Lions' running back situation before chatting about what the Lions' goals are heading into free agency in a few weeks. After that, The Ringer's Ben Solak stops by to use his "Play Sheet" expertise to shine some light on what Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn ran schematically in 2022 and what both the offense and defense may evolve into next season.

After a special Wednesday episode with Ben Johnson, the Twentyman in the Huddle podcast is back to round things up with content from Super Bowl LVII Radio Row in Phoenix, Arizona. To start this episode, presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman is joined by Aidan Hutchinson to discuss his rookie season, his love for the fans in Detroit and what he's working on ahead of year two. After that, Lions legend and CBS television star Nate Burleson stops by to chat with Tim about his successful broadcasting career, what he saw from the Lions this season and why he's impressed by Amon-Ra St. Brown. Next, former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz breaks down Detroit's offensive line and why Penei Sewell is so special. Steve Palazzolo and Sam Monson of Pro Football Focus then join Tim to give an analytical view of the Lions' 2022 season and what areas the team may try to improve in free agency and the NFL Draft. Lastly, Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs brings the energy as he recaps his season after recovering from a torn ACL.

On this special episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson joins Tim Twentyman in studio to discuss why he returned to Detroit after interviewing for head coaching jobs in Houston, Carolina and Indianapolis this offseason. The two begin by talking through what Johnson learned from his first foray into the head coaching carousel and then get into what made Johnson want to return to Detroit and the Lions organization for a second season as offensive coordinator. Next, they break down how the offensive staff will handle the offseason and work to improve the scheme ahead of the 2023 season. After that, Tim asks about the plans for Jared Goff, the offensive line, Jameson Williams and Amon-Ra St. Brown and what we may see from the offense as a whole this fall. To wrap things up, Tim and Ben Johnson discuss why Lions fans should be excited about the offensive side of the ball as the team enters the offseason and turns the page to 2023.

On this episode of Off the Record, Dannie Rogers is joined by Lions 2023 Pro Bowlers Frank Ragnow, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jared Goff at the Las Vegas High Roller. The trio chat about what it means to be a Pro Bowler, some of their favorite memories from the past season and their favorite Dan Campbell stories. The group also reacts to Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson staying with the Lions and what it means to the team.

The Twentyman in the Huddle podcast is back on the road, this time from Radio Row at Super Bowl LVII in Phoenix, Arizona. In this week's episode presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman is joined by a variety of guests to talk Detroit Lions football and where the team goes in 2023 after a 9-8 season in 2022. First, Jamaal Williams stops by to discuss what he's been up to this offseason, what it means to him to have the Lions' single-season rushing touchdown record and why he wants to finish his career in Detroit ahead of his foray into free agency. Next, Lions legend Dominic Raiola joins Tim to break down the importance of having an elite offensive line, playing with Dan Campbell in Detroit and his son Dylan's college recruitment process. After that, Robert Mays from The Athletic Football Show chats about why he loves to watch the Lions, where the team can improve this offseason and why Detroit is set to compete for the NFC North title in 2023. Jared Goff then calls in to discuss the. Jared Goff then calls in to give his reaction to Ben Johnson's return to Detroit, his thoughts on the new Pro Bowl format and what he's looking for from Jameson Williams in 2023. To round things out, Michael Brockers drops in to talk through his 2022 season, why it was important for him to be a leader in the locker room and what glimpses of "greatness" he saw in Aidan Hutchinson as a rookie. Stay tuned for more episodes and interviews from Super Bowl LVII Radio Row!