The Detroit Lions close out the 2026 NFL season with a 19–16 win over the Chicago Bears, finishing 9–8 and missing the playoffs. In this episode of Secondhand Lions, John Dreman and Bill Radford break down the Week 18 matchup, key stats, red-zone struggles, and controversial coaching decisions by Dan Campbell.

The guys reflect on the Lions’ four straight winning seasons, why this year still felt like a disappointment, and what needs to change moving forward. Topics include the firing of the offensive coordinator, potential free-agent targets, draft needs, Jared Goff’s performance, and the future of Detroit’s roster.

They also preview Wild Card Weekend, make Super Bowl predictions, and discuss major NFL coaching changes around the league.

If you're a Detroit Lions fan looking for honest analysis, emotional perspective, and real football conversation, this episode delivers.

The Detroit Lions season ends in frustration as turnovers, defensive breakdowns, and coaching decisions derail playoff hopes. On the Secondhand Lions, lifelong Lions fans Bill Radford and John Renan break down the losses to the Vikings, Steelers, and Rams, debate rebuilding vs retooling, preview the Chicago Bears finale at Soldier Field, and look ahead to the Lions’ 2025 future.

The Detroit Lions suffer one of their most frustrating losses of the season at Ford Field against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Secondhand Lions Podcast breaks it all down.

Bill Radford and John Drennan dissect the good, the bad, and the ugly—from Jared Goff’s strong performance to coaching failures, defensive breakdowns, and a controversial offensive pass interference call that may have cost the Lions the game.

In this episode of the Secondhand Lions Podcast, John Drennan and Bill break down the Detroit Lions’ 41–34 loss to the LA Rams at SoFi Stadium. Was this the Lions’ best loss of the season?

The guys analyze:

• Jared Goff vs Matthew Stafford statistical comparisons since the 2021 trade
• Defensive breakdowns, missed halftime adjustments, and third-quarter collapse
• Key missed plays that changed the momentum
• The impact of injuries to Sam LaPorta, Brian Branch, and Kirby Joseph
• Coaching decisions, replay controversy, and timeout management
• What this loss means for the Lions’ playoff chances
• A full preview and prediction for the upcoming matchup vs the Pittsburgh Steelers

Packed with stats, honest reactions, and Lions-fan perspective, this episode covers everything Detroit fans need to know as the playoff race heats up.

Bill Radford and John Drennan return with another packed episode of Secondhand Lions, breaking down Detroit’s gritty win over the Cowboys and previewing a massive NFC matchup against the Rams.

This episode covers:

• National media takes on the Lions’ playoff odds
• Why Detroit’s offense is nearly unstoppable when firing on all cylinders
• Key moments from the Cowboys win — turnovers, sacks, big plays, and perfect late-half execution
• O-line dominance: Panay Sewell’s monster blocks and the power of Detroit’s trenches
• Injury updates and what Brian Branch’s Achilles tear means for the secondary
• A full statistical breakdown: Lions vs. Rams (offense, defense, QB play, rushing attacks, receiving threats)
• Stafford vs. Goff — who has the edge?
• Why this game could decide Detroit’s playoff destiny
• Score predictions for Lions–Rams

If you're a Detroit Lions fan, this is your weekly must-listen breakdown from two lifelong diehards who have seen every high and low of this franchise.

The Secondhand Lions crew takes a deep dive into Detroit’s Thanksgiving loss to the Packers, revealing why the stats tell a different story than the scoreboard. John and Bill break down 4th-down struggles, offensive line issues, missing tight ends, defensive pressure concerns, and key PFF grades. Then they preview the pivotal Cowboys matchup, playoff implications, and score predictions. A must-listen for Lions fans tracking Detroit’s playoff push.

The Lions survived an unbelievable overtime battle against the Giants, powered by Jameer Gibbs’ 220-yard masterpiece and a 69-yard walk-off TD. In this episode of the Secondhand Lions Podcast, Bill and John break down the wild swings, defensive breakdowns, Branch’s penalties, O-line concerns, and standout special teams moments. They also look ahead to the Thanksgiving showdown with the Packers, discussing matchup risks, playoff implications, and predictions for a must-win NFC North clash.

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In this week’s episode of Secondhand Lions, longtime Detroit fans John Drennan and Bill Radford break down the Lions’ frustrating loss to the Philadelphia Eagles—one defined by brutal winds, stalled drives, and Dan Campbell’s now-infamous 0-for-5 fourth-down decisions.

The guys dig into:

• Why field position should have been the Lions’ strategy
• Jared Goff’s worst outing in years and the passing issues
• Jamo’s costly penalty and special teams misfires
• Key stats that make the loss even more maddening
• Defensive highlights that kept Detroit in the game
• What Campbell said in the press conference—and why it raised eyebrows
• The playoff implications heading into three straight home games
• A full preview of the must-win matchup vs. the New York Giants
• NFC North standings shakeups, the surprising Bears record, and Packers struggles

John and Bill also discuss returning defensive players, questionable officiating on the final Eagles drive, and why this bounce-back game at Ford Field could redefine the Lions’ season.

Whether you’re a die-hard Lions fan or tracking the NFC playoff race, this is your deep-dive, stats-driven, no-nonsense breakdown of Detroit’s toughest loss of the season.