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November 4, 2025 68 mins

In this episode of Talking Grit, hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton reflect on the Detroit Lions' disappointing loss to the Minnesota Vikings. They discuss the impact of special teams, defensive performance, and offensive struggles, emphasizing the importance of execution and consistency. The conversation also touches on superstitions related to podcast appearances and the significance of momentum in games. Overall, the hosts analyze key plays and decisions that contributed to the loss, while looking ahead to what the team needs to improve. In this conversation, Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton discuss the recent performance of the Lions, focusing on the offensive struggles, play calling, and the impact of injuries. They analyze the game against the Vikings, highlighting the need for adjustments in strategy and execution. The discussion also touches on the upcoming games and the importance of bouncing back after a loss.

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Chapters

00:00 Post-Game Reflections: Disappointment and Analysis

03:02 Special Teams Struggles: A Critical Review

09:35 Defensive Performance: Strengths and Weaknesses

17:11 Controversial Calls: Refereeing Decisions and Their Impact

24:30 The Complexity of Game Calls and Reviews

27:16 Referee Decisions and Game Impact

28:59 Defensive Struggles and Penalties

31:05 Offensive Line Challenges and Play Calling

33:53 Quarterback Performance and Offensive Strategy

37:11 Adjustments and Game Plan Execution

40:28 Looking Ahead: Future Matchups and Expectations

48:24 Offensive Struggles and Must-Win Games

51:12 Referee Controversies and Game Impact

54:54 Team Concerns and Future Outlook

57:50 Injury Impacts and Team Dynamics

01:00:34 Fan Reactions and Emotional Toll of Losses

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