Pistons Pulse crossover! Is Ausar Thompson second star? Celtics game reaction

It's a crossover! The Pistons Pulse and Freep Sports Show went LIVE to discuss the Detroit Pistons' 121-113 win over the Boston Celtics in the NBA season opener. Is Ausar Thompson showing that he's the second star next to Cade Cunningham that the Pistons have been looking for?  And what did the guy…

Sam LaPorta is 'all good' if he's not playing for Lions next year

It's not every day that an athlete shares how they ACTUALLY feel in 2026, but Lions tight end Sam LaPorta did just that this week. On a recent episode of the popular podcast "Pardon My Take," LaPorta made headlines when discussing his contract, saying in part, "in three months if I don't get to wea…

Are Lions actually in great spot for Super Bowl? And should Red Wings just trade Dylan Larkin?

What can recent history tell us about the Detroit Lions' Super Bowl chances? If the Seahawks, Eagles and Chiefs are any indication, the Lions are in a great spot to contend. Shawn Windsor and Andrew Birkle open the latest episode of the Freep Sports Show by discussing the Lions' position coming off…

Did Pistons get any better this offseason? And disaster watch for Michigan football?

The NBA season is almost here, so Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor decided it was time for a little Detroit Pistons preview. Did Trajan Langdon improve the team this offseason? Is Jalen Duren worth his contract? And will Ausar Thompson make a leap as a shooter? Shawn and Andrew answer those question…

Did Lions pass or fail first quarter of season? And Pat Fitzgerald flips the bird

The Detroit Lions have reached the bye week portion of their season, so let’s do a review. Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor are back with another episode of the Freep Sports Show with grades for the Lions’ in their first five games. Did Kelvin Sheppard fail? Did the Lions have anyone who got an “A”?…

Did Kelvin Sheppard save his job in Lions' win vs Cardinals?

Andrew Birkle, Christian Romo and Shawn Windsor were LIVE on the Freep Sports Show to recap the Detroit Lions-Arizona Cardinals Week 5 game. Did the Lions finally solve their huge problems defense, or do the Cardinals just stink? Was Kelvin Sheppard able to cool the temp of his hot seat? And why w…

Is MSU football too broke? And is Kyle Whittingham right fit for Michigan?

It's been a week of nonstop noise for Michigan football coming off a second straight loss for the Wolverines. From Jake Butt to Devin Gardner to Urban Meyer, everyone has had something to say about Michigan's start under Kyle Whittingham, but does the first-year coach have the right tone to match t…

Chris Ilitch’s weird statement, John Collins' choke, Lions' poor coaching and Kyle Whittingham’s mess

It's been a busy start to the week for Detroit sports. Andrew and Shawn open the show by discussing the Lions' disappointing first four games and explain why the coaching just simply hasn't been good enough (00:00-12:45). Then the guys talk about the statement from Red Wings owner Chris Ilitch, who…

Is Kelvin Sheppard on hot seat after Lions' defense torn to shreds again?

Andrew Birkle and Jared Ramsey were LIVE on the Freep Sports Show recapping the Detroit Lions-Carolina Panthers Week 4 game. The Lions' defense was obliterated by the Panthers, making Bryce Young look like an MVP and Tetairoa McMillian the best receiver in the league. What's next for the Lions afte…

ANDY DIRKS on Scott Harris' plan, Detroit Tigers season review, Kevin McGonigle and more

Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor are joined by former Tigers outfielder and current Detroit SportsNet analyst Andy Dirks. The guys ask Andy about a frustrating Tigers season, what’s next for Scott Harris and this front office in an important offseason and if Kevin McGonigle was really the most valua…