On this episode of the Twentyman in the Huddle podcast presented by Copilot+ PC, Tim Twentyman previews the Detroit Lions' Week 2 home opener vs. the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon. First, Tim welcomes Fox 2 sports director and Voice of the Lions, Dan Miller, to discuss Detroit's correctable mistakes against Green Bay, his main concerns heading into Week 2 and rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa's future in Detroit. He also emphasizes the importance of not underestimating Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams and the Bears on Sunday. Next, Tim is joined by Chicago Sun-Times sportswriter, Patrick Finley, to talk about the Bears' injuries, areas for growth and his takeaways from Chicago's Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. He shares his thoughts on Bears head coach Ben Johnson's debut in Chicago, as well as matchups to watch Sunday. Finally, Tim talks with Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes about his return from injury and contract extension. Tim and Derrick wrap up this week's episode discussing Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard's passion and intelligence for the game and how that translates to the Lions' defense.
Highlights include:
- :16 = Dan Miller on his keys for the Lions
- 18:49 = Patrick Finley on the Chicago Bears
- 30:18 = Derrick Barnes on Detroit's defense
