Dungeon of Doom: A Detroit Lions podcast from MLive

Ben and Kory open up the mailbag to answer your Lions questions ahead of the offseason lull. Send questions (especially voice memos) and business inquiries anytime to [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory Woods and Ben Raven are talk through this Lions draft class, and look to the season ahead. What needs have the Lions attacked this offseason? What do they still need to address? Is "the window" still open for this team? We discuss it all in the latest Dungeon of Doom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory react to the Lions drafting Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with the 17th overall pick. Send mailbag questions and business inquiries to host a Dungeon of Doom live podcast to [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the NFL Draft just a week away, Ben and Kory are back with another mailbag episode.  What needs should the Lions address with their first picks? What are some players to keep an eye on for the later rounds?  It's draft, draft and more draft today in the Dungeon of Doom! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're joined on the show this week by ESPN NFL draft analyst Matt Miller to talk anything and everything for the Detroit Lions. Kory, Ben and Matt discuss the team's options in the first and second round, the debate between offensive tackles and edge rushers, sneaky prospects to watch and potential linebackers and where the team goes with only two top-100 picks. We'll be back with a mailbag episode next week before the draft, so get those written questions and/or recorded voice memos in to [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back this week breaking down everything we heard at NFL owners meetings. From the Frank Ragnow situation, Taylor Decker’s exit, the youth movement and Dan Campbell wanting them to get back to their gritty, salty ways. Please continue to send questions and voice memos for mailbag podcasts, and business inquiries for live show opportunities, to [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben open the full mailbag for this week’s episode. We’re looking at top remaining needs, naming our favorite, most underrated and questionable  signings and much more. Please continue to send questions, voice memos and business inquiries to [email protected]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another mailbag podcast episode this week as we work through the first waves of free agency. We're taking reader-submitted questions via [email protected] for most of the episode after recapping the recent moves from the last time we recorded. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with a free-agent recap and mini-mailbag episode. The guys discuss who’s in, who’s out and what’s left to do — much is needed on defense. Please continue to submit questions and/or voice memos to [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back from the combine and taking questions from the mailbag. We’re talking David Montgomery and more ahead of free agency. Submit questions and voice memos to [email protected] to be featured on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are spending the week with the football world at the NFL Scouting Combine. The guys spoke to Dan Campbell, Brad Holmes, Kelvin Sheppard and new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing earlier this week, and they have a batch of takeaways and thoughts. They also dish on Taylor Decker deciding to power through and play an 11th season in 2026. Send questions or recorded voice memos to [email protected] to be featured on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are headed to Indianapolis for the week of action at the scouting combine. But first, the guys run through their first mock drafts before hopping in the car and heading south. We'll be back with another episode this week after speaking with the Lions' contingent in Indy. Continue to send questions or voice memos anytime to [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another mailbag podcast episode to get us further into the offseason. The guys talk Dan Skipper joining the coaching staff, thoughts on the Super Bowl and our takeaways on some of the early names connected to the Lions in mock drafts. Please continue to submit questions and/or recorded voice memos to [email protected] to be featured on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben hand out their year-end Dungeon of Doom awards for the Detroit Lions, and answer a handful of reader-submitted questions. The guys also give their prediction for the Super Bowl at the end of the episode. Please continue to submit questions or recorded voice memos to [email protected] to be featured on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another offseason podcast, while taking a couple of reader-submitted questions along the way. But this week's episode is about one main topic, and that's the hire of new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. The initial name was a shock at first due to Petzing's unheralded status and the fact he comes from the Arizona Cardinals. But with time to dive into his resume, the guys are warming to the hire and see the fit, while highlighting some of the justifiable concerns from fans. Please submit questions for the podcast to [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are kicking off the offseason with a discussion and mailbag podcast. The guys talk the ongoing OC search, the process, Sheila Hamp’s letter to fans and more. Please continue to send questions anytime to [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory record their thoughts fresh after attending Holmes' year-end press conference in Allen Park. It wasn't the fiery, defensive session many have come to expect. But there was still plenty to glean concerning the offensive line, Taylor Decker, Frank Ragnow's retirement, upcoming extensions, Kerby Joseph's knee and David Montgomery's future in doubt, among others. Please continue to send questions anytime to [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory reflect on a strange game in Chicago with good things to say about Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs, who's in elite company after three seasons in the NFL. The start of the Lions' offseason means all eyes are towards urgent needs on the offensive line, especially with Taylor Decker wondering what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with another mailbag podcast to end the season. Go figure, with the Lions eliminated from the postseason most of the questions were about the draft, free agency and the vital offseason ahead. Please continue to send any and all questions and recorded voice memos to [email protected]. We'll always take the time to answer them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Detroit delivered a stinker on Christmas, losing to the Minnesota Vikings, 23-10, to end its longshot playoff odds. The Lions have lost three straight and are 3-6 since the bye week, while the offensive line is in shambles. Dan Campbell spoke of tough decisions to make after the loss in Minnesota, so what does that entail? We'll be back with a mailbag podcast next week, so get those questions and voice memos in to the [email protected] email address. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben try to put their heads on straight after the wild final 25 seconds in Detroit's 29-24 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys try to explain what happened with those decisive offensive pass interference penalties and how the Lions even found themselves in that position. They aren't eliminated yet, but those playoff chances are officially on life support.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben open the mailbag for another Dungeon of Doom podcast episode. We tackle questions and voice memos sent to [email protected] ranging from the plans at offensive coordinator, Jahmyr Gibbs-David Montgomery backfield share, top needs heading into the offseason and what changes might take place if the Lions don't make the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lions lost 41-34 to the Los Angeles Rams, falling to 8-6 on the season as their playoff hopes took another hit. Hosts Kory Woods and Ben Raven discuss what went wrong, what has to happen for them to make the postseason and some long-term thoughts about the roster. Send questions for our weekly mailbag podcasts anytime to [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben preview the Lions-Rams game, what it means for Detroit's playoff hopes, and how they think the season will play out across the final four games. They also tackle reader-submitted questions on the safety injuries, upcoming extension questions and who is the better commercial actor between Dan Campbell and Aidan Hutchinson. Submit questions 24/7/365 to [email protected] to be featured on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another postgame podcast from Ford Field. The guys discuss Detroit's 44-30 win over the Dallas Cowboys and what it means for their playoff hopes and the path forward. Amon-Ra St. Brown played through his ankle injury, and he was joined by Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and Jameson Williams in having very big days. Detroit's defense got beat up some, but five sacks, three forced fumbles and two interceptions helped save the day. We'll be back next Thursday with a mailbag podcast, send those questions and voice memos to [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a busy week in Lions world. They lost a tough one to the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving, with their playoff hopes taking a big-time hit. Frank Ragnow unretired but then failed his physical and won't re-join the team, after all. Kory and Ben open the mailbag for questions this week in another jam-packed episode. Please send questions and voice memos to [email protected] 24/7/365 to be featured on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben discuss Detroit's 31-24 loss to the Green Bay Packers and what it means for the NFC North and its playoff hopes. Frank Ragnow ended his retirement after about six months, and his return can't come soon enough for a Lions team all of a sudden fighting for their lives at 7-5.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory try to make sense of what just happened. But the guys do their best after Detroit's 34-27 overtime win against the New York Giants. Gibbs went off, and then some, and the defense managed to make big stops when it mattered most. Next up are the Packers on Thanksgiving.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory open up the mailbag (or the "portmanteau," as one listener oddly called it.) Doomers far and wide make themselves heard this week as we discuss why the offensive line has taken a step back, which two Lions would make the best wrestling tag team, and whether Dan Campbell might change his ways after that ugly night in Philly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a night to forget for Jared Goff, Dan Campbell, and the Lions offense in general. Ben and Kory highlight Shep's defensive masterclass, which provided plenty of chances against the reigning Super Bowl champions. But they question some predictable play calling, a weak offensive line, that terrible pass interference call, and more. Do you have questions about that ugly loss? Send them to [email protected] before Thursday's mailbag episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with a jam-packed mailbag podcast episode this week. There were a record amount of voice memo questions sent to [email protected], and we made sure to answer every single one of them -- from John Morton's future, the tough schedule ahead and so much more in this week's Dungeon of Doom podcast. Submit questions 24/7/365 to [email protected] to be featured on the show and hear the guys process your question on the fly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Campbell replaced John Morton for calling the shots on offense, and whew, the Lions responded. Detroit beat the Washington Commanders, 44-22, scoring every time they had the ball before the final kneel downs. Ben and Kory break it all down in our latest postgame podcast. Send mailbag questions and voice memos 24/7/365 to [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another jam-packed mailbag episode. They take reader-submitted questions on the trade deadline inactivity, offensive struggles, potential shake ups on the offensive line and whether the offense is broken or simply stuck in a rut. Please submit questions (24/7/365) to [email protected] to be featured on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything went poorly as the Lions came out of the bye week with a whimper against the Vikings. Ben and Kory are back with another postgame podcast from Ford Field after the 27-24 loss. Send those mailbag questions and voice memos to [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory discuss Hutchinson's extension, Sheppard's comments on the LSU job and much more in this week's Dungeon of Doom mailbag episode. Send voice memos and questions to [email protected] to get featured on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with another postgame podcast after the Lions beat the Bucs 24-9 on Monday Night Football. Detroit was powered by Gibbs' monster day and a ferocious defensive showing with a spirited effort from the makeshift secondary of castoffs, journeymen and new faces. The Lions head into the bye week at 5-2.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back with another mailbag podcast episode. We’re covering a little bit of everything thanks to a great batch of questions. Send those questions to [email protected] to be featured on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory do their best to describe what went wrong in Kansas City, from Amon-Ra St. Brown's costly drop, the nullified trick-play touchdown and Brian Branch's "inexcusable" postgame dust up. The Lions lost 30-17 to the Chiefs, suffering a rare primetime loss as they head into a grueling five-game stretch.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory open the show with Lions icon and current member of the radio broadcast team Lomas Brown. We discuss the team's push to get Lomas into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and incorporate him into the mailbag portion of the episode ahead of Lions-Chiefs. We also give our predictions for Sunday Night Football, and answer a ton of questions about Alim McNeill and the banged-up secondary.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory discuss the team’s 37-24 win, what’s to like, and updates on Taylor Decker and Kalif Raymond. Jared Goff is playing ultra-efficient football, and the defense is making plays … and the future is bright with missing pieces set to return soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with another mailbag episode of the Dungeon of Doom podcast. We're talking all the opening drive touchdowns, Kelvin Sheppard's adjustments, level of concern at cornerback ahead of Chase-Higgins matchup, and much more. Please send questions and voice memo questions to [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory break down another victory from the Ford Field press box after the Lions take care of business against the Cleveland Browns. Despite offensive stumbles and the Browns' resolute defensive line, the Lions secure the win thanks to their defense, special teams, Goff's pocket presence, and improved communication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with another mailbag podcast. We answer questions about Terrion Arnold, Kelvin Sheppard’s QB spy revelation and what the Lions need to do against Browns’ feisty defensive line. Please send voice memo questions to [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with a postgame podcast. And while we recorded this at 3 am, we were all jacked up on the Mountain Dew that was that instant classic 38-30 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with another mailbag podcast episode. As always, thanks for the great questions. We're talking where the Lions go if Marcus Davenport misses time, what they can learn from their humbling loss in the last trip to Baltimore and how in the heck do they even try to stop Lamar Jackson.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well, welcome home, Ben Johnson. The Lions smoked the Bears, 52-21, showing signs of improvement across the board in nearly every area of concern. Ben Raven and Kory Woods discuss the box-score stuffed day and what they like about these Lions moving forward. Next up is a tough prime-time road matchup against the Ravens, with the Lions likely needing another lethal day from the offense in Week 3.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory are back with another mid-week mailbag podcast, answering questions on what changes can be expected for the offense after such a sloppy, lifeless opening performance. Also, what about went wrong is fixable? How do the Lions spark their pass rush and help Aidan Hutchinson through double teams and constant chips? Also, what was up with the offensive line? That much and more in this week's Dungeon of Doom mailbag podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Kory discuss what went wrong (a lot!) for the Lions in their 27-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Detroit's pass rush made no noise, its offensive line struggled and the offense was stuck in checkdown city while unable to run the ball at all in the first game with John Morton running the show.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben are back in-season mode, returning with a mailbag podcast for this week's episode. We're talking new coordinators, Dan Campbell's influence beyond the culture, tough contract decisions ahead and more. Submit mailbag questions to [email protected], in either text or audio form! We'll be back from Green Bay on Sunday night.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kory and Ben evaluate the team's opening roster, with thoughts on the Ahmed Hassanein situation and why the Lions have only three edge defenders right now. They also share some thoughts on what could happen next when it comes to the pass-rusher room and back deep at safety behind Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph. Email mailbag questions to [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices