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.Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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).Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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).Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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).Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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)Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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?Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite to preview the NFC Championship against the San Francisco 49ers.The krew starts off by previewing discussing the signing of veteran TE Zach Ertz to replace Brock Wright, and then go in-depth on the game matchups, including how the Lions offense can attack the outside of the 49ers defense (13:30) and how the Lions defense can bottle up the potent San Francisco running game (22:45). Afterward, the krew shift their focus and give out their Roars of the Week (29:50) and world-famous predictions (37:15).Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather to celebrate the Lions advancing to their first NFC Championship since 1991 after their 31-23 victory against the Tampa Bay Bucs. Connor and Bob start by giving the krew a recap of the vibes inside Ford Field and then move onto shouting out the offense, especially Frank Ragnow and Craig Reynolds. Afterwards, the krew gives out their favorite highlights of the game and preview next week's matchup against the 49ers.Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites in full to break down the biggest game in modern Lions history, a home matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Divisional Round. The krew kicks things off by previewing this Bucs team (5:00) before diving into their biggest concern with the NFC South champs (13:50). Then, the krew gives out their Roars of the Week (30:15) and world-famous predictions (37:10)!Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Bob, and Connor reunite to discuss the greatest Lions win in recent memory, a 24-23 home win against the Los Angeles Rams. They start the episode by discussing what the win means to each of them before diving into the vives at Ford Field (hint: they were immaculate). Then, the krew goes deep into Jared Goff's revenge game performance, Hutchinson's dominating night, and more! Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid reunite to preview the first home playoff game in Ford Field history as the Lions host the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round. The krew kicks things off by going over the injury report before welcoming our very own Producer Kid J into the Lion's Den (8:40). After allowing him to barely escape with his life, the krew finishes out the episode by giving out our Roars of the Week (33:15) and world-famous predictions (39:30)!Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Bob, and Ruddog recap the Lions' 30-20 win against the Minnesota Vikings. They discuss the injuries to Sam LaPorta and Kalif Raymond, Hutch's dominating afternoon, Amon-Ra's big day, a short preview of the matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, and more!The audio is taken from our live recap on YouTube.Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With the curtain about to close on the regular season, the Blue Kool-Aid krew previews the Lions' home finale against the Minnesota Vikings. The krew kicks things off by dissecting the fallout of the Week 17 call (1:00) before getting into the Pro Bowl announcements (8:45). Then, the guys go through all of the various Lions' playoff scenarios that are still up in the air and preview where the Vikings are right now (15:00). Finally, everyone gives out their Roars of the Week (21:20) and world-famous predictions (25:50).Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Ruddog, and Connor break down the Lions 20-19 loss against the Dallas Cowboys, including the controversial two-point conversion, Jared Goff's struggles, Aiden Hutchinson's return to form, and more!Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite to preview the Lions' final primetime game of the regular season against the Dallas Cowboys! They kick things off by previewing how the Cowboys' passing attack matches up against the Lions' defense (7:40) and other key aspects of the game. Then, the krew gives out their Roars of the Week (15:40) and world-famous predictions (24:30). Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Detroit Lions have won their first division title in over 30 years and the Blue Kool-Aid trio of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog reunite to celebrate and break down the division-clinching game. They kick off the episode by describing the feelings of winning the NFC North for the first time, what it means to the fan base, and the timeline of the franchise (1:00). Then, the krew breaks down the Week 15 win by discussing all of the positive contributions of the defense (14:00), who will come off the field when CJGJ returns (25:00), Jared Goff's stellar play (52:00), and more!Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to preview the Lions' Christmas Eve matchup against the rival Minnesota Vikings. To kick off the episode, the krew welcomes Vikings fan Danny Deis into the Lion's Den to grill him all about his Viking fandom (3:55). After letting Danny barely escape with his life, the krew get into their Roars of the Week (26:05) and world-famous predictions (33:30). Finally, the guys close the episode by discussing the recent reports that the Lions have raised season ticket prices across the board.Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid trio of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog reunite to discuss the Lions' 52-17 thrashing victory over the Denver Broncos. They discuss everything from Iffy Melifonwu's standout performance (2:00) to Jared Goff's record-setting game (16:00) to the referees finally being on the Lions' side (31:00) and so much more!Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The full Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to discuss the Lions' Saturday primetime matchup against the Denver Broncos. First, they welcome Broncos fan Jeff into the Lion's Den (1:45) to grill him about his Broncos fandom and his thoughts on how Denver matches up against Detroit. Then, we welcome our guest picker Adam to help the krew pick their Roars of the Week (24:00) and give out our world-famous predictions (36:15)!Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog recap the Lions 28-13 loss to the Chicago Bears. They discuss the team's continuing 3rd quarter struggles, the offense playing poorly, Ben Jonson's questionable playcalling, and more!Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaidTwitter/X: @drinkinglionsYouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaidEmail us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinkingthebluekoolaid@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy