Drinking the Blue Kool-Aid (A Detroit Lions Podcast)

Same Old Lions Fans Podcast

A few Lions fans discussing our favorite team as they prepare for greatness.

  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    Ep. 387 - 2026 NFL Mock Draft

    The NFL Draft is right around the corner and the Blue Kool-Aid krew is here to give out their mock drafts for the first 4 rounds! They kick things off in the 1st round (4:10) with a focus on the trenches before moving onto rounds 2 (24:00) and 4 (45:00).


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    16 April 2026, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    Ep. 386 - Lions have quiet free agency to set up for big draft

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew is back and they are here to spill all of their thoughts about the Lions free agency moves. They kick things off with the team's biggest acquisition, former Panthers center Cade Mays and how he's a fit for their run-focused scheme (1:20). Then, the krew discusses David Montgomery's replacement, Isiah Pacheco, and how his attitude is exactly what the Lions are looking for (6:20).

    Also, the krew rejoiced in the Lions signing edge rusher DJ Wontum from the Panthers (24:00).


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    19 March 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Ep. 385 - Knuckles traded, Glasglow cut, and NFL Combine hype!

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew returns in a jam-packed episaode where the offseason is kicking off in high gear! The krew reacts to the Lions trading away David Montgomery to the Texans and Graham Glasgow getting released. Then, they touch on the free agents that they want the Lions to target and who they were impressed with at last week's NFL Scouting Combine.


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    4 March 2026, 8:08 am
  • 1 hour 28 minutes
    Ep. 384 - 2025 Season Grades

    It's better late than never! The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to grade the 2025 Detroit Lions season. We grade every position group, the coaching staff, and front office as we officially put a bow on the 2025 season. All time codes are approximate.


    1:20 Quarterbacks

    5:10 Running backs

    15:00 Offensive Line

    28:00 Tight Ends

    30:50 Wide Receivers

    37:40 Interior Defensive Line

    43:00 Defensive Edge Rushers

    53:40 Linebackers

    1:03:00 Secondary

    1:14:00 Coaches

    1:20:00 Front office


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    19 February 2026, 8:29 am
  • 54 minutes 47 seconds
    Ep. 383 - Why the Lions new bald coaches will turn help the team around in 2026

    The Blue Kool-Aid duo of UJ and Ruddog are back to break down the Lions new offensive coaches, including OC Drew Petzing and senior offensive assistant Mike Kafka. They discuss how the pair could boost Detroit's offense in 2026 and bring the Lions to playoff glory.


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    29 January 2026, 8:02 am
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    Ep. 382 - Lions defeat the Bears to ride high into offseason

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite for one last time this season to discuss the Lions' season-capping victory against the Chicago Bears and the fallout from the 2025 season. They go through which pending free agents they want back in 2026, who they could target in the draft, and who from the coaching staff should be brought back next season.


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    6 January 2026, 8:54 am
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    Ep. 381 - The Lions stand on the precipice of elimination

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew and Cousin Sean reunite to discuss the Lions' controversial 29-24 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. They discuss everything from the running game on both sides of the ball, Jared Goff's great performance, and how Detroit can still make the playoffs this season.


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    23 December 2025, 10:00 am
  • 55 minutes 13 seconds
    Ep. 380 - The Playoffs Begin NOW for the Lions

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew is back and are fired up for the Lions regular-season home finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers. To preview the game, the welcome Steelers fan Jimmy into the Lions Den (2:00). Then, after letting Jimmy escape with his life, the krew dives into the matchup a bit more before giving out their Roars of the Week (32:10) and world-famous predictions (38:00)!


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    18 December 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    Ep. 379 - Lions let one get away in LA

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew is back and are ready to break down the Lions' 41-34 loss to the LA Rams. They discuss everything from Detroit's high-octane passing attack to the lack of defensive play and how Detroit can bounce back to win out and sneak into the playoffs.


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    16 December 2025, 8:00 am
  • 55 minutes 24 seconds
    Ep. 378 - The Lions prepare to face an old friend in Los Angeles

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to discuss the big Week 15 matchup against old friend Matthew Stafford and the LA Rams. They discuss how they can defeat the scorching-hot Rams before allowing Producer Kid J into the Lions Den to talk about the game. Plus, our Roars of the Week and world-famous predictions!


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    11 December 2025, 8:40 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Ep. 377 - Lions get a big win to stay in the playoff hunt

    The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z and Ruddog reunite to discuss the Lions' big 44-30 win against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14! They discuss Detroit's all-around dominant offensive performance, their stifling defensive line, and more!


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    9 December 2025, 9:00 am
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