Gritiron Gang

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva talk about the Lions having the easiest 2026 NFL schedule and offseason betting lines.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva discuss possible first-year roles for the Lions' seven draft picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva wrap up the Lions' 2026 draft, which featured five defensive players among the seven selections.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva discuss the Lions finally drafting an edge rusher in the second round of the NFL Draft.

Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva react to the Lions drafting Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with the No. 17 pick in the first round.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take one last look at the Lions' needs and possible draft picks in Thursday's first round of the NFL Draft.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva preview the NFL Draft and the top offensive tackle prospects for the Lions.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva conduct a live mock draft and select an offensive tackle for the Lions at No. 17.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva talk about the NFL owners meetings, Taylor Decker's messy split and Frank Ragnow's bonus debate.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva talk about Brad Holmes' free-agency approach and they break down their NFL Mock Draft 3.0.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva discuss a busy Wednesday for the Lions in NFL free agency.

The Detroit News' Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva discuss the moves the Detroit Lions have made in free agency through Wednesday, reflect on the loss of Taylor Decker, Alex Anzalone and other culture-setters, and discuss available targets at top positions of need.

In this latest edition of The Detroit News' Gritiron Gang podcast, Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva discuss the David Montgomery trade, Graham Glasgow's release and the Terrion Arnold allegations.

Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva discuss Taylor Decker's decision to return to the Lions and they have the latest news from the NFL Draft Combine in Indianapolis.

Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the Lions' positional needs and the four players they would keep and the four players they would let go in the offseason.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at what the Lions can learn from the Seattle Seahawks' victory in the Super Bowl and they discuss five burning questions for the offseason.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva hand out team awards and they preview the Super Bowl between the Seahawks and Patriots.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the hiring of ex-Giants interim coach Mike Kafka to a to-be-determined position on their coaching staff.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the hiring of former Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing to replace John Morton.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the four early candidates for offensive coordinator and they examine the hits and misses from the last two NFL drafts.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva were joined by columnist John Niyo to discuss Brad Holmes' season-ending news conference.

Detroit News Lions beat writers Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva talk about how the Lions derailed the Bears and ended a disappointing season with a last-second win. What's next for the Lions and their players?

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva discuss the Lions' needs in 2026 and they break down the team's in-house, free-agent class.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva break down the Lions' 23-10 loss against the Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Christmas.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva review the Lions' 29-24 loss against the Steelers and they preview Thursday's road game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva dissect the Detroit Lions' loss to the Steelers and what it means for their playoff hopes. And they talk about that penalty and that play.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva review the Lions' 41-34 loss against the Los Angeles Rams and they preview Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Lions beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva and columnist John Niyo wrap up the Lions' 41-34 loss against the Los Angeles Rams.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva review the Lions' 44-30 victory over the Cowboys and they preview Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva are joined by columnist John Niyo to break down the Lions' 44-30 victory over the Cowboys at Ford Field on Thursday night.

Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva update you on the Lions' players' statuses, and on the team's effort to salvage its season against the Dallas Cowboys Thursday.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva break down the Lions' 31-24 loss against the Packers on Thanksgiving Day at Ford Field on Thursday afternoon.

The Gritiron Gang of Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva previews Thursday's Thanksgiving Day divisional battle between the Detroit Lions and the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field.

What a comeback! Detroit Lions beat writers Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva and columnist Bob Wojnowski dig into the Detroit Lions' 34-27 overtime thriller over the New York Giants Sunday at Ford Field. And we have to talk about Jahmyr Gibbs, too. 

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the Lions' 16-9 loss against the Super Bowl champion Eagles and they preview Sunday's home game against the Giants.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the Lions' 16-9 loss against the Super Bowl champion Eagles at Financial Field in Philadelphia.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the Lions' 44-22 win over the Commanders and they preview Sunday's showdown against the Eagles in Philadelphia.

The Gritiron Gang: Richard Silva, Nolan Bianchi and John Niyo talk about the Detroit Lions win over the  Washington Commanders, and about Dan Campbell as play-caller for the day. Find more Detroit Lions coverage at detroitnews.com.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the Lions standing pat at the trade deadline and they preview Sunday's game against the Commanders.

Detroit Lions beat writers Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva, and Detroit News sports columnist John Niyo talk about what led to the Lions' 27-24 loss Sunday afternoon at the hands of the division-rival Minnesota Vikings. What's next for the Detroit Lions?

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at Aidan Hutchinson's four-year, $180-million contract extension and they preview the Lions-Vikings game on Sunday. Joining Nolan and Richard on the first part of the show is Vikings reporter Matthew Coller of Purple Insider.  

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva take a look at the Lions position by position with the defense slightly ahead of the offense at the bye.

Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva are joined by John Niyo and Bob Wojnowski to break down the Lions' 24-9 victory against the Bucs.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva review the Lions' 30-17 road loss against the Chiefs game and they preview Monday's home game against the Buccaneers.

Detroit Lions beat writers Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva break down the Lions' 30-17 loss to the Chiefs Sunday night in Kansas City.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva preview the Lions-Chiefs game on Sunday and they make the case for Jared Goff to be in the MVP conversation.

This game was almost never in doubt, but the Bengals made it a little bit interesting at the end, says the Gritiron Gang of Nolan Bianchi, Richard Silva and John Niyo. And next up is a primetime date with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva preview the Lions-Bengals' game on Sunday at Ford Field and they talk to Lions great Lomas Brown.

Detroit Lions beat writers Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva are joined by sports columnist Bob Wojnowski for a discussion of the Lions' 34-10 defeat of the Browns on Sunday afternoon. 

Beat reporters Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva review the Lions' 38-30 win against the Ravens and preview Sunday's home game against the Browns.