Talking Grit: A Detroit Lions Podcast

Jacob Litton and Jason Harwood, Bleav

Detroit Lions

NFL

Jared Goff

Green Bay Packers

Dan Campbell

Minnesota Vikings

NFC North

Aidan Hutchinson

Jameer Gibbs

Chicago Bears

David Montgomery

Aiden Hutchinson

NFL Draft

Amon-Ra St. Brown

Jordan Love

NFL Playoffs

Training Camp

Jahmyr Gibbs

Amon Ra St. Brown

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tired of shouting matches and clickbait sports podcasts? Welcome to Talking Grit: A Detroit Lions Podcast. We ditch the noise to provide professional-grade Detroit Lions analysis and consistent, expert commentary on your favorite team. Join hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton every week as we navigate the NFL season, analyze Lions news, and discuss the state of the NFC North. If you want clear, o... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	174	Founded	2 years ago
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Is Gibbs vs. Bijan the New Barry vs. Emmitt? (with Ryan Mathews): Part 2

Ryan Mathews (@Ryan_POD) from Pride of Detroit continues in Part 2. In this half Ryan, Jason and Jacob discuss Gibbs's contract and how much he will sign for. Is it worth it. Why are RB's so devalued in the NFL?

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23 Jul 2026 • 54 min

Is Gibbs vs. Bijan the New Barry vs. Emmitt? (with Ryan Mathews) : Part 1

Are Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson the modern-day Barry Sanders and Emmitt Smith? Ryan Mathews (@Ryan_POD) from Pride of Detroit joins the show to break down the ultimate running back crossover. We debate how each duo would fare in the other's era, ... more

22 Jul 2026 • 1 hr 1 min

NFC North QB Rankings: Who Really Runs the Division?

Who is the true king of the NFC North? We’re finishing our position series by breaking down the most important spot on the field: the Quarterback. Join Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton as they evaluate Jared Goff, Jordan Love, Caleb Williams, and Kyler... more

15 Jul 2026 • 1 hr 33 min • Most popular

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NFC North RB Breakdown and Ranking; Top 5 Current RB's

Talking Grit is back talking about skill positions in their positional breakdown series. It is time to start talking about the RB. The Lions have a new tandem but what about the rest of the NFC North. Plus a look at Jason and Jacob's Top 5 current... more

8 Jul 2026 • 1 hr 32 min

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Recent Guests

Erik Schlitt

Editor at Detroit Lions Breakdown, chronicler of the grit index and draft data

Detroit Lions Breakdown

Episode: Talking Schlitt Year 2: Draft and Grit Index Talk (with Erik Schlitt)

Dan Pask

Listener and chat participant mentioned on-air

Episode: Lions get an EDGE! Time to Talk Extensions.

Al Karsten

Guest from Pride of Detroit, experienced in analysis and commentary on the Detroit Lions

Pride of Detroit

Episode: New OC Hire and Lions Front 7 Analysis (Al Karsten joins)

Sheriff Joe Baggs

Host of Rams Showcase, knowledgeable about the Rams' team dynamics and strategies

Rams Showcase

Episode: STAFFORD IV - Lions vs Rams Preview

Mike Vivalo

A huge Giants fan and sports reporter

Episode: Back in Black: Giants at Detroit Week 12 Preview

Aiden Hutchinson

A rising star in NFL, Edge rusher for Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions

Episode: Hutch Extension, and the Vikings come to Ford Field (with Arif Hasan)

Joey O'Donoghue

Browns reporter at Browns Report

Browns Report

Episode: E97: Lake Erie Battle: Detroit Lions vs Cleveland Browns (with Joey O’Donoghue)

Joey Petersen

Content creator, analyst and host of the Ravens Rundown for Chatsports

Chatsports

Episode: E95 Pride Preview: Detroit Lions vs Baltimore Ravens MNF: Time for Revenge! (feat Joey Petersen)

Curt Steele

Professor and host of Boss Up, Ball Out Podcast

Boss Up, Ball Out Podcast

Episode: E89: Micah Parsons in Green Bay and Lions Roster Reactions (with Curt Steele)

Hosts

Jason Harwood

Host of Talking Grit: A Detroit Lions Podcast

Jacob Litton

Co-host of Talking Grit: A Detroit Lions Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings

Insane Lion Fan
Great Lions coverage!
Apple Podcasts
5
lindsab
United States3 months ago
Tio Chino
Thank you guys are making season better
Apple Podcasts
5
TioChino
United States2 years ago
Bienvenue à Talking grit
Jacob(My dad) and Jason(the workperson) have made this to review and practice the words they focus in their brain So you reading this review please like and subscribe,support and hear coolness come from their mouths
Apple Podcasts
5
KingMthedolphinsuck
United States2 years ago
Tio Chino
Thank you for talking grit.
Lions grit that is.
Apple Podcasts
5
TioChino
United States2 years ago
Fantastic content guys!
I was born and raised in Detroit and have been a lifelong, suffering Lions fan. I now live in Pittsburgh and consume Lions podcasts all week, every time I walk my dog. There are good Lions podcasts and bad ones, but yours is one of the best and one of my absolute favorites! I can’t tell you how happy it makes me when I open the Apple Podcasts app and see that I have a fresh new episode of Talking Grit waiting for me to listen to. The crossover/interview shows are my favorite. I wasn’t the hugest... more
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Mjb47nyc
United States2 years ago

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Great Lions coverage and sharp takes.

Cordial, enthusiastic banter with balanced insights and reference to drafts.

Listeners appreciate in-depth roster and contract discussions.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is Gibbs vs. Bijan the New Barry vs. Emmitt? (with Ryan Mathews): Part 2

Q: If Bijan signs first for $24 million a year, what happens with Gibbs?

The group agrees that Gibbs would demand parity or more, which could force the Lions to adjust quickly, potentially pushing them to sign Gibbs before Bijan and set a higher benchmark for the next running back deals.

Is Gibbs vs. Bijan the New Barry vs. Emmitt? (with Ryan Mathews): Part 2

Q: You buying any of this hold in, hold out stuff, Ryan?

Ryan argues Gibbs has leverage and that the Lions should preemptively structure a deal to avoid a drawn-out holdout, potentially paying Gibbs around $20 million per year to neutralize the risk and keep him happy as a cornerstone of the offense.

Is Gibbs vs. Bijan the New Barry vs. Emmitt? (with Ryan Mathews) : Part 1

Q: So Jacob, how much does the system dictate their greatness, Gibbs vs Bijan in relation to Barry and Emmitt?

The group leans toward a balanced view: the system influences production, but Gibbs and Bijan possess distinct traits that could translate well if given comparable opportunities, especially through targeted passing-game usage and creative scheme adjustments.

Lions Sign Star LB; Top 5/ Bottom 5 Jersey & Logos

Q: What is your take on the Jack Campbell contract in the context of the market?

They agree the deal is team-friendly and fair, not resetting the market, and it solidifies Campbell as a top-tier linebacker while allowing room for other extensions later.

Talking Schlitt Year 2: Draft and Grit Index Talk (with Erik Schlitt)

Q: If the Lions stay at 17, which players would you seriously consider, and would you pull the trigger on a tackle or trade back?

Erik suggests that after the top tier, Maui Nau and Fennel are above the rest among tackles, with Blake Miller as a strong Lions fit due to intangibles and day-one readiness; he would likely pick Miller over Freeling if the top two tackles are gone, and stresses evaluating whether trading back yields better overall value given the depth available after the first tier.

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Two hosts deliver candid, opinionated discussions about the Detroit Lions, covering roster moves, contracts, drafts, schedules, and team identity with a mix of analysis, anecdotes, and fan banter. Episodes typically blend strategic breakdowns (positions, caps, extensions) with real-time reactions to news, game plans, and cross-team comparisons, making it a go-to for listeners who want thoughtful football discourse anchored in the Lions' current season and off-season moves. A notable strength is the duo's balanced, in-depth approach paired with approachable banter, which helps listeners sift through cap talk, draft chatter, and on-field strategy without hyperbolic shouting. The show's recurring themes around drafting, extensions, and roster ... more

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