The Blue Kool-Aid krew is FIRED UP about all of the positive things coming out of training camp. Some of the things they are excited about are the defensive line rotation (5:15), the leadership Jared Goff has displayed so far (14:30), and rookie WR Amon-Ra St. Brown being the big individual standout of camp thus far, and Dan Campbell's impact on the tone of camp (28:00). Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

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

Ep. 137 - Week 1 Lions Training Camp Updates

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite on training camp eve to talk about the most important position battles going in training camp. They kick things off with the wide receiver competition and if the new free-agent signees will stand out against rookie Amon-Ra St. Brown and second-year wideout Quintez Cephus (1:45). Then, they go into one of the most interesting position groups, the linebackers, and if Jahlani Tavai will make it on the opening day roster or not (9:45). After, they discuss what was one of the weakest positions, the safety group, and that group will gel in Aaron Gleen's new defense (14:10). The krew then goes deep on what might be the most exciting position group in camp in the defensive linemen and how their high draft picks will mesh with the new veteran faces (17:20). Finally, the krew touch on their favorite players that they are excited to follow during camp (34:30). Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 136 - Training Camp Battles To Watch For

The NFL might be in a bit of hibernation right now before training camp, but the Blue Kool-Aid krew isn't! The full-squad gathers to talk about a few of the things on their mind, including whether or not they will continue rooting for Matthew Stafford now that he is a member of the Los Angeles Rams (2:30). They also break down a recent article from SB Nation's Pride of Detroit about why the Lions shouldn't have hope in 2021 (10:30). Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 135 - Will You Be Rooting For Matthew Stafford In 2021 And Why You Should Have Hope For The 2021 Season

The Blue Kool-Aid Krew gathers during the dog days of the NFL offseason to give their WAY too early predictions about the 2021 starting lineup. They start with the offense first and get into it about the running backs (6:10) and wide receivers (20:40). Then, they switch to the defensive side of the ball and dive into where the many fresh faces amongst the defensive line will end up playing (28:50 and how the defensive backfield will shake out (41:15).  Follow us on social media:   Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 134 - Way Too Early Starter Predictions

The Blue Kool-Aid krew gathers to talk about all of the developments coming out of mini-camp. UJ gets excited about the strides that undrafted TE Brock Wright has made in mini-camp and why he is UJ's under-the-radar pick to make the regular-season roster (2:10). Then, the guys go through the various standouts from the wide receiver group, including long-time practice squad member Victor Bolden (7:50). After, they discuss how reportedly "untouchable" D'Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams have been in 7-on-7 drills and how that development could shape the Lions' passing game next season (16:50). Finally, everyone goes around and discusses which new coaching staff member excites them the most (19:00). Follow us on social media:  Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 133 - *Audio corrected* Mini-camp updates and the most exciting coach on the Lions staff

The Blue Kool-Aid krew come back together after a long break to discuss all of the happenings at Lions' OTAs. They start off by discussing Jahlani Tavai's recent weight loss and how that could help him improve his play in Aaron Glenn's new defense (2:00). The krew also breaks down Todd Gurley's recent visit to Detroit's facility (12:30) and how D'Andre Swift should receive the lion's share of the carries in the new run-heavy offense (14:30). Finally, everyone gives their opinion on the new uniform number rule (22:00). Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 132 - Jahlani Tavai goes on a diet, Todd Gurley visits, and other OTA Updates

The Blue Kool-Aid krew comes in FIRED UP to talk about the Lions trenches-heavy 2021 draft class. They start off by breaking down the Penei Sewell pick and how he is going to be a tone-setting for the new team culture (1:50). Then, they discuss Brad Holmes and co's decision to double down on beefing the line of scrimmage with two defensive linemen in the second and third rounds (10:40). Things move to the middle rounds where they discuss the selections of USC WR Amon-Ra St. Brown and Purdue LB Derrick Barnes (22:00). Finally, everyone gives out their grades for the Lions 2021 NFL Draft class (36:00). Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 131 - 2021 NFL Draft Review

The Blue Kool Aid krew gathers on draft week to give out their mock draft selections for the Lions. Everyone goes through the bevy of options available to Detroit at the #7 pick, including a trade (2:30)! Then in round 2, the guys select some different options on the offensive side of the ball (18:40). As they turn to their mid-round selections, some of the krew decides to upgrade the porous defense (25:50). Then they go to round 4 (39:00) where the guys seek out some good value for the Honolulu Blue as they reach the end of Detroit's projected picks. Finally, they wrap things off in Round 5 where UJ and Bob pick their favorite name in the draft (45:00). Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 130 - FINAL 2021 NFL Mock Draft

3/5th of the Blue Kool Aid Krew come together a week before the draft to break down the offensive players they'd draft in each round of the draft. They start off by discussing the bevy of options available to the Lions at pick #7 (2:20). Then, they go to the second round where they talk about potential running back and wide receiver options (22:00). After, the guys go into the mid-round options in the 3rd (35:10) and 4th (42:00). Finally, the krew goes through their favorite late-round options (49:35). Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep 129 - The offensive prospects that we'd draft per round of the 2021 NFL Draft

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to break down all of their favorite defensive prospects by round. They start with what they'd do in the first round (2:15), 2nd (12:50) and 3rd rounders (22:50) on Day 2, and go all the way to Day 3 with the 4th (32:20) and 5th rounds (37:30). Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 128 - What defensive players we'd select in each round of the 2021 Draft

The Blue Kool-Aid krew gets together to mock the top ten of the 2021 draft leading up to the Lions pick at #7 (3:30) before piking who they think Detroit will select in the 1st round (19:00). Then they move onto the second round where a plethora of options awaits Detroit at pick #41 (28:15).  Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 127 - Mocking the first two rounds of the 2021 draft

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reconvenes after free agency to discuss the Lions present and future with special guest Michael Rothstein! The guys discuss whether or not Michael was a Lions fan growing up (3:30), the possibility that Detroit uses their 1st-round pick on a wide receiver (9:15), what the future of the pass rush will look like (18:40), and what the Lions' team-building approach will be over the next few years (31:30).  Follow Michael on Twitter and Instagram: @mikerothstein Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 126 - The Lions Present and Future with ESPN's Michael Rothstein

The Blue Kool-Aid Krew reconvenes on the week before free agency to discuss the news that Kenny Golladay wasn't franchise tagged by the Lions (2:00), the potential roster cuts coming with the salary cap going down (7:40), and the Tyrell Williams signing (16:40). Also the Blue Kool-Aid krew discusses what one position group they'd like to see the Lions invest in free agency (30:20). 

Ep. 125 - Kenny Golladay headed to free agency & top FA targets

The Lions finally did it and traded Matt Stafford away to the Los Angeles Rams. The Blue Kool-Aid krew breaks down their initial thoughts about the trade (1:50), how the Lions will build the team using the incoming draft capital (9:30), and how Jared Goff will fare as a Lion.  Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 124 - Matt Stafford Trade Reaction

The Blue Kool-Aid Krew gathers to discuss the fallout of Matt Stafford's trade demand and what his legacy on the Lions will be as well as what they expect to get for him on the trade market (2:15). The krew also talks about some of the excitement that Dan Campbell's introductory press conference created (22:00), and a rundown of the recent coaching and front office hires Detroit has made (23:40). Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter: @drinkinglions YouTube: drinkingthebluekoolaid

Ep. 123 - Matt Stafford Trade Scenarios, Dan Campbell's Press Conference, Coaching and FO Hires

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