Episode 90: Week 3

On this episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman previews the 2024 NFL Draft, beginning Thursday, April 25 in downtown Detroit! To start things off, Tim sits down with Lions linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard to discuss his pre-draft process as a linebacker in the 2011 draft class and how those experiences have helped him with the pre-draft process as a coach. Next, NFL Network producer Alex Maloney calls in to share what to expect from the NFL Draft broadcast while the show is in Detroit, including how the broadcasts prepare to mix and match talent from ESPN and NFL Network. Lastly, NFL Network's draft expert Daniel Jeremiah chats with Tim about the positions of depth in this year's class, what the Lions could look for in the event of a trade off of No. 29 overall and what he's looking forward to about being in Detroit for the week. Stay tuned for more coverage as the NFL descends on Detroit for the 2024 NFL Draft!

On this week's episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman takes the show on the road to Orlando, Florida for the 2024 NFL Annual Meetings. First, Dan Campbell sits down with Tim to discuss his recent contract extension, the Lions' offseason acquisitions and his thoughts on the NFL's now-approved new kickoff rule. After wrapping with Coach Campbell, Tim is joined by Lions President & CEO Rod Wood to chat about the team's new uniforms, the latest news on the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit and what fans can expect at Ford Field in 2024. Stay tuned for more offseason coverage as the Lions shift toward the Draft!

On this episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman sits down with four of the Detroit Lions' re-signings during 2024 NFL Free Agency. To start, Tim is joined by All-Pro special teamer Jalen Reeves-Maybin to discuss his new role as NFLPA President, returning to Detroit for another contract and the importance of his teammates to his 2023 success. Next, Lions guard Graham Glasgow stops by to discuss why he chose to re-sign with the Lions, how excited he is to play under Ben Johnson again and how the offensive line can improve in 2024. Tim is then joined by another offensive lineman as Dan Skipper chats about his newfound fame, Dan Campbell's extension and what he's working on this offseason. To finish the episode, defensive back Khalil Dorsey and Tim talk through the impact of special teams on last year's successful season, Dorsey's catch on a fake punt in Dallas and how the potential new kickoff rule will change some strategy for the Lions. Stay tuned for more Lions offseason coverage coming soon!

On this episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman kicks off the offseason at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana. To start, Tim sits down with ESPN NFL Analyst Field Yates to discuss the latest in news across the league, including a proposal to move the trade deadline back and the salary cap jump, what an Amon-Ra St. Brown extension could look like and what to watch for in on-field Combine drills. Next, NFL Media's Lance Zierlein stops by to discuss the depths of the 2024 draft class and which positions the Lions could target throughout draft weekend in Detroit. After that, Ben Solak of The Ringer chats with Tim about how the Lions can sustain success, the importance of coaching continuity and how the Lions can extend Jared Goff. To wrap things up, ESPN Draft Analyst Matt Miller provides insight on this year's offensive line class and how the Lions could target that position in April's NFL Draft. Stay tuned for more offseason coverage as the Lions build off a successful 2023.

On this postgame episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman is joined by PJ Clark to break down the Detroit Lions' 34-31 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game. The two discuss the Lions' strong first half performance, what changed for Detroit in the second half and highlight Jared Goff and Jameson Williams as players of the game. Check back for more coverage as the Lions begin the offseason.

On this week's episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman previews the 2023 NFC Championship game between the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers. To start things off, Tim is joined by Lions legend and Super Bowl XXXVII champion Lomas Brown to break down the Key Matchups for Lions at 49ers, including Aidan Hutchinson vs. Colton McKivitz and Penei Sewell vs. Nick Bosa. After Lomas provides some insight on his experience in conference championship games, Tim chats with 49ers team reporter Lindsey Pallares about the latest on Deebo Samuel's injury, how the weather looks for Sunday and what San Francisco is saying about this matchup against the Lions. Next up, Lions legend and Super Bowl XLVIII champion Golden Tate calls in to talk about his experience at Ford Field in the Wild Card Round, what this Lions run means to former players and lessons he learned from Pete Carroll during their Super Bowl season in Seattle. To wrap things up, Lions linebacker and Divisional Round hero Derrick Barnes stops by the studio to discuss his game-sealing interception, how to contain Christian McCaffrey and more about Sunday's matchup. Stay tuned for postgame coverage of the 2023 NFC Championship Game between the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

On this postgame episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman and PJ Clark break down the Detroit Lions' 31-23 Divisional Round victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. To start, the two break down the Lions' defense creating two turnovers, including the game-winning interception from Derrick Barnes late in the fourth quarter. Next, Tim and PJ discuss the Lions' win on the third anniversary of Dan Campbell's introduction as head coach of Detroit and what this means for the team going forward. After going over stellar performances from rookies Brian Branch, Sam LaPorta and Jahmyr Gibbs in Sunday's win, Tim and PJ turn their attention to Lions QB Jared Goff and his second career appearance in the NFC title game. To close things out, the two briefly preview next week's NFC Championship game between the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers. Stay tuned for more preview coverage of Lions-49ers later this week!

On this week's episode of Twentyman in the Huddle presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman previews Sunday's NFC Divisional Round matchup between the Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. To start, Lions legend and Super Bowl champion T.J. Lang sits down with Tim to share some playoff insight and go over the Key Matchups for Sunday's game, including Aidan Hutchinson vs. Luke Goedeke and Amon-Ra St. Brown vs. Christian Izien. After that, Buccaneers senior writer/editor Scott Smith calls in to update us on where the Buccaneers are at after these two teams last met in Week 6 of this season. Scott recaps Baker Mayfield's first season in Tampa, as well as notes the development of rookie defensive linemen Calijah Kancey and Yaya Diaby. To close things out, linebacker James Houston joins Tim to chat about his return to the active roster on Thursday, his rehab process to get back on the field this season and his experience on the sideline at Ford Field last week. Check back Sunday for postgame coverage as the Lions take on the Buccaneers for a trip to the NFC Championship Game!