Not The Same Old Lions Podcast: A Detroit Lions Podcast
Get the latest insights on Detroit Lions football from Matthew Soltysiak and Company. We're talking Lions analysis, interviews and all Detroit Lions News. Host Matthew Soltysiak talks Detroit Lions football with an assortment of guests. As a staunch follower of the team since the late 80's and growing up in Michigan, he's followed the team since before Barry Sanders’ rookie season. With a master’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University, he worked as a Sports Reporter and Anchor for an NBC affiliate, covering the Detroit Lions during the Millen years and the transition away from it. We'll break down the Detroit Lions and provide insight into other areas of the NFC North and the NFL that could impact Detroit- with plenty of grit. For even more analysis visit: www.notthesameoldlions.com
Episodes
In this episode we do a little something different, we catch up with multiple Detroit Lions -past and present -to hear a little more about what they’re doing off the field to connect with the community.
We’ll hear from Amon-Ra St. Brown about his recent youth football camp, then we’ll talk with members of the Detroit Lions Legends Basketball team that are touring the state of Michigan- this includes Rob Rubik, Herman Moore, Brock G...
In this episode we take a look at the Detroit Lions 2025 NFL Draft results. We’re gonna break down the players and positions taken, discuss the trades made to acquire them and talk about the fits. Plus we’ll touch on the Lions playing in the Hall of Fame game & start to tease the NFL schedule which releases mid-May. That and more…
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we get you ready for the 2025 NFL draft! We’ll look at the needs of the Detroit Lions, the quality of players coming from the college ranks and discuss just who might be those right fits for this Gritty Detroit team. We’ll also discuss the NFL Draft location expectations coming off last year’s historic turnout in the 313. That and more…
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In this episode we start to get you ready for the 2025 NFL draft by taking a look back at the previous drafts by the Detroit Lions under the direction of General Manager Brad Holmes.
We’ll look at each of his draft classes, discuss the Lions moves, consider the roster needs at the time, plus analyze how each group has fared. By taking a look back it helps us get ready for the not too distant futur...
In this episode I speak with former Detroit Lions quarterback Mike McMahon. We previously spoke with him about his NFL combine experiences. Today we get to hear about his experience getting drafted by the Detroit Lions and some insights on playing for the team as well- this includes getting kicked out of the Pontiac Silverdome.
We also learn how the draft after his rookie year significantly impacted him.
THE NFL Owners meetings are underway, so In this episode we discuss a plethora of news coming out of there- about the team, the facilities and rule change proposals. Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell and Rod Wood each gave insights to these different areas. We’ll break it down, plus touch on more roster additions and talk a little something about Ford Field…
That and more…
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
In this episode I speak with former Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick. We previously spoke with him about his NFL combine experiences. Today we get to hear about his experience getting drafted by the Detroit Lions and some insights on playing for the team as well. He shares his appreciation for Jim Caldwell and talks about what it was like breaking into the NFL as a rookie. That and more!
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In this episode we take a look at the Detroit Lions roster as the dust starts to settle on free agency… We’ll talk about additional moves made since those initial two days, look at where the roster stands and discuss what else might yet be needed before the draft, talk about proposed rule changes, tell you what’s new with the Lions and Netflix, plus we’ll take the temperature of the room! That and more…
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In this special episode I speak with the 2024 Detroit Lions Fan of the Year Megan Stefanski, who is also the 2024 NFL Fan of the Year! We’ll hear about her experiences this year, and how it all came to be. Plus I share about my first trip to her family owned bar and grill called Yooperman’s
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we take a look at the initial impact of Free Agency for the Detroit Lions. The tampering period is over and two official days are in the books. We’ll talk about who’s left like Carlton Davis, who returned like Derrick Barnes and discuss the new faces joining in the roster for 2025 like DJ Reed. That and more…
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In this episode we find ourselves on the eve of free agency… Twas the night before free agency and all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a… oh, who am I kidding!?! The party appears to have already started!
We aren’t even to the 2 day tampering period, but moves are being made and deals are getting done! We’ll discuss all the moves from the Lions and around the league that impact the fra...
In this episode we preview free agency. It’s just about here folks. We talk about what we might expect from the Detroit Lions, what the unexpected might look like, plus target areas and players we’d like to see brought back or brought-in. That and more.
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we wrap up the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. We’ll hear from someone who’s personally participated in the event before, former Detroit Lions Running back Theo Riddick plus offer some insights of our own. We’ll discuss any other major story lines coming out of the weekend including potential rule changes as well. That and more…
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we preview the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. We’ll hear from someone who’s personally participated in the event before, former Detroit Lions quarterback Mike McMahon, plus offer some insights of our own. We’ll discuss some of Brad Holmes’ thoughts as well! That and more…
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we hit on the NFL Honors, give our reaction to the Super Bowl, talk about the Detroit Lions Fan of the Year accomplishment, plus discuss more coaching moves and hit on other topics as we start to look forward to 2025.
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we look over the list of players set to become free agents, we’ll talk about any other coaching adjustments and look at some of the Lions happenings at the Pro Bowl, takeaways from the Senior Bowl and what to make of big name players potentially available for trade. That and more.
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we take a look at the coaching changes upon the Detroit Lions. We’ll talk about the comings and goings, discuss how this could affect the team and discuss the impact moving forward. We’ll also get Dan Miller’s insights on the process as well.
All of that, and more! Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we take a look back at the Detroit Lions 2024 season. We look at some of our favorite moments and experiences. Get some insights from Detroit Lions play-by-play Dan Miller. We’ll also discuss the second consecutive NFC North title, maybe hand out some awards and see where the conversation takes us.
All of that, and more! Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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In this episode we finalize our thoughts on the playoff loss and hit on the coaching changes that are now going to be upon us. We’ll talk Ben Johnson going to Chicago, Aaron Glenn going to The New York Jets, and DL coach Terrell Williams becoming the DC in New England. We’ll also hear from former Detroit Lions quarterback Mike McMahon on these topics as well.
All of that, and more! Let’s get to it Lions fans!
In this episode we discuss the Detroit Lions 45 to 31 loss to the Washington Commanders in the divisional round of the playoffs.
We’ll talk about the game, likes and dislikes,the crowd atmosphere and of course start to look at what is next. All of that, and more!
Let’s get to it Lions fans!
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