
Talking Grit: A Detroit Lions Podcast
Are you looking for a Detroit Lions podcast where the hosts give their honest opinions and don't shout over each other and give ridiculous hot takes? If you are, then welcome to Talking Grit. Hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton share their thoughts on the latest Detroit Lions news and games. It's real football talk for real Detroit Lions fans.
Episodes
105 episodes
E90: 2025 NFL Preview and Prediction Show
**RECORDED BEFORE THE MICAH PARSONS TRADE**Jacob and Jason try their best to predict the future. They go through each division and guess the record of each team. Of course this includes the Detroit Lions. Do ...
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Episode 90
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1:12:32

E89: Micah Parsons in Green Bay and Lions Roster Reactions (with Curt Steele)
Jason and Jacob are joined by Curt Steele from the Ball Out Ball On podcast. Curt's here to talk Lions roster and the moves they have made this week. However they start out the show with the news that shook the NFL. Micah Pars...
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Episode 89
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1:16:20

E88: 53 Man Roster Prediction for 2025 Detroit Lions
Jason and Jacob both give their 53 man roster predictions? Will Hooker make this roster. Can a UDFA crack the 53? If they don't make the roster which players to the Talking Grit boys want to see on the practice squad?
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Episode 88
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56:50

Biting Recaps: Lions vs Texans and Robert Porcher in the Pride of the Lions
Jason and Jacob discuss the last Lions preseason game. Was there anything positive to say outside of Teslaa and Kyle Allen? Also they talk about Robert Porcher and his induction in the Pride of the Lions
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36:15

E87: Lions vs Texans Joint Practice; Roster Cuts Loom (Passing Time Podcast joins)
Jason and Jacob are joined by Brian from the Passing Time podcast. The fellas discuss the latest roster transactions and the joint practice with the Texans and the Lions.
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Episode 87
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1:09:46

Biting Recaps: Detroit Lions vs Miami Dolphins: QB "Battle"
Jason and Jacob talk stock up and stock down after the Lions matchup with the Dolphins in preaseason week 2. Who impressed the boys and who is just keeping steady.
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40:51

E86: Lions Offense and Defense Roar in Joint Practices with Dolphins
Jacob and Jason are joined by Matthew Soltysiak from Not the Same Old Lions Podcast. They are going to talk about the joint practices with the Miami Dolphins. Matt went to Wednesday's practice and will give us his insights on what h...
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Episode 86
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1:27:24

Bonus Episode: Madden 2026 Ratings List (with our kids)
Jason and Jacob return with their offspring to talk Madden 2026 ratings. Where do the Lions players end up? Who are the top QBs, RBs, and WRs?
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Season 2
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23:39

Biting Recaps: Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons Preseason Game
Jacob and Jason go over the latest preseason matchup with the Atlanta Falcons. Tyliek and Tate got some playtime, how did they look? Who shined for the Lions, who dissapointed?
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42:39

E85: Training Camp Rolls On, Brad Holmes Talks Aidan Extension and More!
Jacob and Jason talk about the latest training camp experience and what's going on with the offense. They answer a fan question about the "Hutch Rule." What do we want to see in Atlanta.
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Episode 85
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1:10:08

Hall of Fame Postgame Discussion, Lions vs Chargers
Jason and Jacob talk about what they saw in the Hall of Fame game. What were the positives, if any. What do the Lions need to work on.
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22:15

E84: Camp Insights from Allen Park, Jamo and Terrion Pop!
Jacob and Jason talk training camp. Both were on hand for Monday's practice and Jason saw Saturday's practice. Who popped. Are they encouraged. What do they think about the OL. Also what are they looking forward to...
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Season 2
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Episode 83
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1:02:17

E83: Training Camp Begins; Offensive Line and Injury Concerns
Jason and Jacob talk about the first couple of training camp practices. How is the team looking, what is the exciting word from Allen Park. Also injuries are a part of football and how does the injury to Levi affect the DL and does ...
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Season 2
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Episode 83
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1:09:53

E82: Ash Soden joins for Lions Training Camp Preview
Jason and Jacob ask Ash Soden from the Roar of the Lions UK podcast to join and talk about the upcoming Lions training camp. They go through the full roster. Talk about who they are excited to see and what storylines they are lookin...
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Episode 82
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1:54:48

E81: Ryan Mathews joins for Favorite moments in the Dan Campbell Era and Lions Extension Priority
Ryan Mathews from POD joins Talking Grit and the talk goes through the each person's most memorable moment during the Dan Campbell era. The boys then talk about which Lions the Lions should prioritize extending. The talk then extend...
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Episode 81
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1:30:58

E80: NFL Top 100 Returns, PFF Ranks Lions Position Groups, and Who was at the Lions Facility?
Jason and Jacob return from a 2 week break to talk about PFF and NFL rankings. Also they talk about Jason meeting Dan Dickerson and that leads into a conversation about NFL broadcast teams.
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Episode 80
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1:04:06

E79: Detroit Lions 2025 Over/Under and Around the NFL
Jason and Jacob ask each other Over/Under questions about the Lions for this upcoming season. After that they take a look around the NFL and give their thoughts on some of the most interesting stories from the offseason.
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Episode 79
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1:21:42

E78: Brad Holmes speaks on Frank, PFF Rankings, and Dan Campbell Best Lions Coach Ever?
The Talking Grit boys discuss what Brad Holmes is looking for in a new center. Can we trust the PFF Rankings, how low did they rank Penei Sewell?? Is Dan Campbell already the best coach in Lions history?
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Season 2
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Episode 78
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1:14:29

E77: Jeremy Reisman Joins for Without Rules there is Chaos!
The Talking Grit boys, Jason and Jacob, are joined by Jeremy Reisman from the Pride of Detroit. We are talking Jeremy's favorite subject, NFL rules. How will the new rules affect the Lions and if you were running the league how woul...
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Episode 77
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1:13:24

E76: Nothing Left in the Tank for Frank and Thoughts on OTA’s
In this episode, Jason and Jacob discuss the recent retirement of Frank Ragnow and its implications for the Detroit Lions. They reflect on their personal experiences and the impact of Ragnow's decision on the team's future. The conversation shi...
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Episode 76
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1:06:08

E75: Hutch is Back, Back Again, Hutch is Back, Tell a Friend
SummaryIn this episode of Talking Grit, Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton discuss various aspects of coaching changes, and team dynamics. They delve into insights from coordinators and coaches, focusing on defensive strategies, player role...
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Episode 75
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1:19:41

E74: The 2025 Detroit Lions Schedule, Top 5 Games and more
SummaryIn this episode of Talking Grit, hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton celebrate the one-year anniversary of their podcast. They discuss the Detroit Lions' upcoming schedule, including prime time games, bye weeks, and tough stretc...
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Episode 74
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1:07:09

E73: Tom Grossi Joins! Rookie Minicamp and the Upcoming Schedule Release
SummaryIn this episode of Talking Grit, hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton welcome special guest Tom Grossi, a prominent NFL fan and YouTube creator. The conversation covers Tom's experiences as an NFL fan, his journey through 3...
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Episode 73
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1:10:56

E72: Do We Really Need Another Edge Rusher, What's the Deal With Kerby's Contract?
In this episode of Talking Grit, hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton celebrate reaching a milestone on their podcast. They delve into the recent Kerbycontract, discussing its structure and implications for the Lions' salary cap. The conversati...
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Season 2
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Episode 72
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1:16:10

E71: Draft Weekend Review and a Listener Question on Brad Holmes
In this episode of Talking Grit, hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton discuss the recent NFL Draft, focusing on the Detroit Lions' picks and their experiences at Ford Field during the draft weekend. They analyze the Lions' selections, including...
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Season 2
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Episode 71
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1:23:49
