The Payne and Drain Show

Zach Payne and Alex Drain
  • 5.0 (9)
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  • Updated Weekly

The Payne & Drain Show is a Detroit Lions podcast hosted by Zach Payne and Alex Drain. Every week, the guys break down Lions games, dig into roster moves and coaching decisions, track the NFC North race, and react to the biggest stories around the NFL. Equal parts sharp analysis and genuine fan energy, this is Detroit Lions coverage for people who want more than a highlight recap. New episodes drop after every game, all season long.

  1. May 1

    Detroit Lions 2026 Draft Recap | May 1, 2026

    With the 2026 NFL Draft in the rearview, Zach Payne and Alex Drain reconvene to discuss the Lions' haul and what needs the Lions addressed. The guys break down every pick and where the roster stands in the aftermath of the draft. Follow the show on X/Twitter: https://x.com/PayneandDrain https://x.com/ZachPayne41 https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1h 15m

  2. Apr 22

    Detroit Lions 2026 Draft Preview | April 21, 2026

    The NFL Draft is only a few days away, which prompted the guys to return to talk about which direction the Detroit Lions can go in a draft that leaves them with a lot of opportunity to address their few remaining needs. Join Zach Payne and Alex Drain for a breakdown of some of the prospects the Lions could have their eye on in the first few rounds, as well as a couple of sleeper candidates, to get you ready for draft night on Thursday. Follow the show on X/Twitter: https://x.com/PayneandDrain https://x.com/ZachPayne41 https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1h 13m

  3. Mar 19

    Out with the old | March 19, 2026

    Zach Payne and Alex Drain return after the first week of free agency to recap the slew of signings, releases, and a trade that the Lions made. The guys break down everything that's happened, where the roster stands, and discuss whether or not the fan base is overreacting to everything that has transpired so far this offseason. Follow the show on X/Twitter: https://x.com/PayneandDrain https://x.com/ZachPayne41 https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1h 15m

  4. Feb 22

    Checklist | February 22, 2026

    It has been a few weeks since the fellas last checked in, so Zach Payne and Alex Drain sit down to talk about what happened in the NFL playoffs, break down the Drew Petzing and Mike Kafka hirings, and look more holistically at the roster and what the Lions need to accomplish this offseason. Follow the show on X/Twitter:https://x.com/PayneandDrainhttps://x.com/ZachPayne41https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1h 4m

  5. Jan 9

    Detroit Lions 2026 Offseason Preview | January 9, 2026

    The Detroit Lions closed out their season with a win in Chicago. Now with all eyes shifting towards a big offseason for the franchise, Zach Payne and Alex Drain preview what Detroit has to get done over the spring and summer, break down Brad Holmes' end-of-season presser, and talk some NFL playoffs. Follow the show on X/Twitter: https://x.com/PayneandDrain https://x.com/ZachPayne41 https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1h 31m

  6. Jan 1

    Brosmer'd | January 1, 2025

    The Detroit Lions have officially been eliminated from playoff contention following another embarrassing loss, this time on Christmas Day to the Vikings. Zach Payne and Alex Drain break down that disaster of a game and look around the rest of the league at how the playoff picture is shaping up. Follow the show on X/Twitter: https://x.com/PayneandDrain https://x.com/ZachPayne41 https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1 hr

  7. 12/23/2025

    Arrogance | December 23, 2025

    The Detroit Lions' season is now likely over following a humiliating loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Zach Payne and Alex Drain break down what went wrong, the crazy final sequence, and look big picture on how the season has gone so wrong for the Lions, and how they can get back on track this offseason. Follow the show on X/Twitter: https://x.com/PayneandDrain https://x.com/ZachPayne41 https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1h 31m

  8. 12/18/2025

    Life Support | December 18, 2025

    The Detroit Lions are now down to their last life after a loss against the Rams in Week 15. Zach Payne and Alex Drain break down what went wrong, look at the rest of the playoff picture, and preview the Lions' final home game of the season against the Steelers. Follow the show on X/Twitter: https://x.com/PayneandDrain https://x.com/ZachPayne41 https://x.com/Alex_Drain

    1h 14m
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The Payne & Drain Show is a Detroit Lions podcast hosted by Zach Payne and Alex Drain. Every week, the guys break down Lions games, dig into roster moves and coaching decisions, track the NFC North race, and react to the biggest stories around the NFL. Equal parts sharp analysis and genuine fan energy, this is Detroit Lions coverage for people who want more than a highlight recap. New episodes drop after every game, all season long.

Information

  • Creator
    Zach Payne and Alex Drain
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Zach Payne and Alex Drain
  • Show Website
    The Payne and Drain Show

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