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How big of a concern is the quad injury to D.J. Reader? The lions biggest pickup this offseason is recovering from a torn quad and surgery, and there is a chance that he is not ready for training camp according to Dan Campbell. Could he miss the opener? Also not out of the realm of possibility. Reader is a huge asset for this defense and we discuss that. Who else steps up? Also, how did the Detroit Lions do in the PFF CB rankings? Will the Lions see JJ McCarthy by week 7? It does not sound like it. And a Big Sean story.

Could rookie James Turner supplant Michael Badgley as the Lions kicker in 2024? This would not be a surprise as the Money Badger has been replaced here before. Turner won the head to head contest and camp yesterday and continues to impress. We discuss what that means for the Lions. Also, the cornerback room had a good day, Lions are VERY watchable according to one poll, and the Lions fans make a misery list. All of that on today's show.

The great Nolan Bianchi from the Detroit News is our guest today on the show. Nolan was in Allen Park at mandatory Minicamp today and shares his observations with us. How much better is this roster from 2023? What players on defense and in the secondary stand out? We also talk about the 4th WR and Super Bowl expectations with Nolan.

Some great storylines from Day 1 of Detroit Lions minicamp today. A rough day for the QB's, the secondary really making plays, including Brandon Joseph, and Jack Campbell starring. We also discuss one of the worst takes ever in regards to Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Ringer NFL Show podcast has a host who does not think ARSB is a top 15 receiver in the NFL. Are you joking?

The PFF Linebacker rankings do not include Alex Anzalone? And he took a shot at them on his social media. We discuss the list and why NO Lions LB's made the top 32. Also, Zaire Franklin of the Colts not making it is also ridiculous. In addition, we talk about the new Justin Jefferson contract and what that means for the NFC North and the Lions. Vikings might be better than people think. And a WNBA/NFL connection.

Hard to believe, but Allen Park is absolutely a destination. OC Ben Johnson spoke yesterday and talked about how he wanted to remain here because it is "Sunshine" and a place where he knows the Lions can win. Johnson is the poster boy for how this culture has changed. Also, where does Aidan Hutchinson rank on PFF's Edge list? Ennis Rakestraw has signed and the Troy Weaver era is over.