Jeff Risdon
@jeffrizz.bsky.social
Managing editor for Lions Wire and Draft Wire. As heard on the Huge Show and Detroit Lions Podcast. Happy sports dad.
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Jeff Risdon
@jeffrizz.bsky.social
· Nov 16
Detroit Lions, NFL Draft, prog metal, Cavs and college hoops and volleyball, probably in that order. Let's go 🤘
I'm on the road in Wisconsin Dells. Go to dinner and ask the bartender to put on the Jets-Pats game. He's like, "why?" And I couldn't give him a convincing enough answer to get it switched from the golf channel 🤷♂️
November 14, 2025 at 1:44 AM
I'm on the road in Wisconsin Dells. Go to dinner and ask the bartender to put on the Jets-Pats game. He's like, "why?" And I couldn't give him a convincing enough answer to get it switched from the golf channel 🤷♂️
The Lions and HC Dan Campbell have risen high from the depths of their first meeting with the Eagles, the low point of the last five years
Lions, Dan Campbell have risen high from the depths of their first meeting with the Eagles
The Lions and HC Dan Campbell have risen high from the depths of their first meeting with the Eagles, the low point of the last five years
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:24 PM
The Lions and HC Dan Campbell have risen high from the depths of their first meeting with the Eagles, the low point of the last five years
Rookie DE Ahmed Hassanein keeps his word, returns to Lions despite having offers from all 31 other NFL teams.
I still wonder how he qualifies for the NFL IPP given that he's an American who played CFB in the US, but that's a fortunate break for the Lions...
I still wonder how he qualifies for the NFL IPP given that he's an American who played CFB in the US, but that's a fortunate break for the Lions...
Ahmed Hassanein keeps his word to Lions despite interest from all 31 other NFL teams
Rookie DE Ahmed Hassanein keeps his word, returns to Lions despite having offers from all 31 other NFL teams
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Rookie DE Ahmed Hassanein keeps his word, returns to Lions despite having offers from all 31 other NFL teams.
I still wonder how he qualifies for the NFL IPP given that he's an American who played CFB in the US, but that's a fortunate break for the Lions...
I still wonder how he qualifies for the NFL IPP given that he's an American who played CFB in the US, but that's a fortunate break for the Lions...
Also, we are going live at 8 pm on @detlionspodcast.bsky.social tonight. Live stream on the YT channel, or you can catch the audio-only version later on your favorite podcast provider (I use Spotify)
November 13, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Also, we are going live at 8 pm on @detlionspodcast.bsky.social tonight. Live stream on the YT channel, or you can catch the audio-only version later on your favorite podcast provider (I use Spotify)
The Lions have opened the 21-day return window on CB D.J. Reed. Injured his hamstring in Week 4. The 21-day window ends the Wednesday night before the Lions host the Cowboys the week after Thanksgiving
D.J. Reed injury update: Lions start the return clock for starting CBs return to action
D.J. Reed injury update: Lions start the return clock for starting CBs return to action
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:22 AM
The Lions have opened the 21-day return window on CB D.J. Reed. Injured his hamstring in Week 4. The 21-day window ends the Wednesday night before the Lions host the Cowboys the week after Thanksgiving
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For the "cap isn't real" people. The Cleveland Browns have spent $358 million more on players over the last six seasons than the Los Angeles Rams.
Data from Spotrac.
Data from Spotrac.
November 12, 2025 at 11:51 PM
For the "cap isn't real" people. The Cleveland Browns have spent $358 million more on players over the last six seasons than the Los Angeles Rams.
Data from Spotrac.
Data from Spotrac.
Reposted by Jeff Risdon
🎙️New OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod!
Our #Eagles vs #Lions preview show!
@jeffrizz.bsky.social from The Lions Wire joined us this week:
▪️Assessing the Lions' strengths and weaknesses
▪️Goff's command of the offense
▪️Eagles o-line vs Lions D-front
& more!
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Our #Eagles vs #Lions preview show!
@jeffrizz.bsky.social from The Lions Wire joined us this week:
▪️Assessing the Lions' strengths and weaknesses
▪️Goff's command of the offense
▪️Eagles o-line vs Lions D-front
& more!
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
OPPOSITION TERRITORY: Eagles vs. Lions Pregame Preview
Podcast Episode · The Philadelphia Sports Table | Philly Sports News & Views · 11/12/2025 · 27m
podcasts.apple.com
November 12, 2025 at 9:19 PM
🎙️New OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod!
Our #Eagles vs #Lions preview show!
@jeffrizz.bsky.social from The Lions Wire joined us this week:
▪️Assessing the Lions' strengths and weaknesses
▪️Goff's command of the offense
▪️Eagles o-line vs Lions D-front
& more!
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Our #Eagles vs #Lions preview show!
@jeffrizz.bsky.social from The Lions Wire joined us this week:
▪️Assessing the Lions' strengths and weaknesses
▪️Goff's command of the offense
▪️Eagles o-line vs Lions D-front
& more!
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Lions film room: Breaking down the encouraging signs from WR Jameson Williams after his impressive performance against the Commanders, from Russ Brown:
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Lions film room: Breaking down the encouraging signs from WR Jameson Williams
Lions film room: Breaking down the encouraging signs from WR Jameson Williams after his impressive performance against the Commanders
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Lions film room: Breaking down the encouraging signs from WR Jameson Williams after his impressive performance against the Commanders, from Russ Brown:
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lionswire.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Travis Hunter: Recapping the Jaguars' two-way star's rookie campaign now that he's on I.R.
Travis Hunter: Recapping the Jaguars' two-way star's rookie campaign now that he on I.R.
Travis Hunter: Recapping the Jaguars' two-way star's rookie campaign now that he on I.R.
draftwire.usatoday.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Travis Hunter: Recapping the Jaguars' two-way star's rookie campaign now that he's on I.R.
Tyleik Williams has played just 11 and 8 snaps in the last two weeks. He's got 6 tackles this season. I still really like the player but he's going to need to make more impact in '26 and beyond
Dan Campbell sheds light on how rookie Tyleik Williams can earn more snaps
Dan Campbell explains how rookie DT Tyleik Williams can earn more snaps, while also noting how well DT Roy Lopez has been playing
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Tyleik Williams has played just 11 and 8 snaps in the last two weeks. He's got 6 tackles this season. I still really like the player but he's going to need to make more impact in '26 and beyond
The blowout loss to the Lions forced a defensive playcalling change for the Commanders, who are having a historically awful run on D:
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Loss to Lions forces defensive play-calling changes for the Commanders
The blowout loss to the Lions forced a defensive playcalling change for the Commanders, who are having a historically awful run on D
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The blowout loss to the Lions forced a defensive playcalling change for the Commanders, who are having a historically awful run on D:
lionswire.usatoday.com/story/sports...
lionswire.usatoday.com/story/sports...
The Lions are back on top of the NFC North and hold the NFC's No. 3 seed after Week 10 outcomes around the league
Lions back on top of NFC North, hold No. 3 seed after Week 10 outcomes
The Lions are back on top of the NFC North and hold the NFC's No. 3 seed after Week 10 outcomes around the league
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:53 PM
The Lions are back on top of the NFC North and hold the NFC's No. 3 seed after Week 10 outcomes around the league
Lions re-sign rookie DE Ahmed Hassanein to the practice squad. It means he didn't pull a Carlos Boozer, something that made this Cavs lifer more than a little skittish about when Detroit made the move
Lions re-sign rookie DE Ahmed Hassanein to the practice squad
The Detroit Lions have re-signed rookie DE Ahmed Hassanein to the practice squad
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Lions re-sign rookie DE Ahmed Hassanein to the practice squad. It means he didn't pull a Carlos Boozer, something that made this Cavs lifer more than a little skittish about when Detroit made the move
Lions PFF grades: Best and worst from the Week 10 win in Washington -
Detroit earned its highest overall team grade of 2025 in the win
Detroit earned its highest overall team grade of 2025 in the win
Lions PFF grades: Best and worst from the Week 10 win in Washington
Lions PFF grades: Best and worst from the Week 10 win in Washington
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Lions PFF grades: Best and worst from the Week 10 win in Washington -
Detroit earned its highest overall team grade of 2025 in the win
Detroit earned its highest overall team grade of 2025 in the win
2026 NFL Draft: Midseason prospect big board top 50
Mine almost certainly doesn't look like yours...
Mine almost certainly doesn't look like yours...
2026 NFL Draft: Midseason prospect big board top 50
2026 NFL Draft: Midseason prospect big board top 50 from Draft Wire's Jeff Risdon
draftwire.usatoday.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:46 PM
2026 NFL Draft: Midseason prospect big board top 50
Mine almost certainly doesn't look like yours...
Mine almost certainly doesn't look like yours...
Rewatching the Lions-Commanders game with Opeth's latest album as the soundtrack instead of Jonathan Vilma. It's a good morning 💪
November 10, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Rewatching the Lions-Commanders game with Opeth's latest album as the soundtrack instead of Jonathan Vilma. It's a good morning 💪
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Kevin Stefanski is sticking with Dillon Gabriel under center, but the Browns rookie QB expressed understanding that he knows what will happen if he and the offense don't play better: roundtable.io/sports/nfl/b...
Dillon Gabriel Gets Blunt About Future as Browns Starting QB
After a 27-20 loss to the New York Jets, Cleveland Browns rookie QB Dillon Gabriel understands changes are coming if offensive struggles continue
roundtable.io
November 10, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Kevin Stefanski is sticking with Dillon Gabriel under center, but the Browns rookie QB expressed understanding that he knows what will happen if he and the offense don't play better: roundtable.io/sports/nfl/b...
Dan Campbell 'wanted to change it up a bit', takes over Lions offensive play calling in big Detroit win over Washington
Dan Campbell 'wanted to change it up a bit', takes over Lions offensive play calling
Dan Campbell 'wanted to change it up a bit', takes over Lions offensive play calling in big win over Commanders
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Dan Campbell 'wanted to change it up a bit', takes over Lions offensive play calling in big Detroit win over Washington
Lions 44, Commanders 22: Everything we know from Detroit's Week 10 road win - stats, stars, injuries and more
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Lions 44, Commanders 22: Everything we know from Detroit's Week 10 road win
Lions 44, Commanders 22: Everything we know from Detroit's Week 10 win--stats, stars, injuries and more
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Lions 44, Commanders 22: Everything we know from Detroit's Week 10 road win - stats, stars, injuries and more
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Watched the game on the antenna instead of YouTubeTV. I was 13 seconds ahead of my daughter watching on YTTV in our basement. Wild.
November 10, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Watched the game on the antenna instead of YouTubeTV. I was 13 seconds ahead of my daughter watching on YTTV in our basement. Wild.
Lions right the ship, blow away Commanders in Week 10 road romp
Lions right the ship, blow away Commanders in Week 10 road romp
Lions right the ship, blow away Commanders in Week 10 road romp
lionswire.usatoday.com
November 10, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Lions right the ship, blow away Commanders in Week 10 road romp
Not gonna lie, Applebee's sounds pretty good right about now
November 10, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Not gonna lie, Applebee's sounds pretty good right about now
Gibbs 44-yard TD. Two Commanders defenders ducked out of Penei Sewell's way LMAO
November 9, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Gibbs 44-yard TD. Two Commanders defenders ducked out of Penei Sewell's way LMAO
Arthur Maulet with a gorgeous PD on 3rd down to spare the Lions D and force a punt. Great reach from 27
November 9, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Arthur Maulet with a gorgeous PD on 3rd down to spare the Lions D and force a punt. Great reach from 27
Terrion Arnold has been ruled out for the rest of the game
November 9, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Terrion Arnold has been ruled out for the rest of the game