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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 wear the Honolulu Blue and play for the Lions anymore, it's going to be all good. I'll get paid somewhere else." 

Did LaPorta sound li...

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 the bye and why Dan Campbell was in a good mood coming off the bye week. 

Then, another week, another Dylan Larkin trade Rumor. ES...

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 questions during "Rate the Take."

Then after the break, Michigan football beat writer Tony Garcia joins the show to talk about Michigan's huge g...

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”? 

Plus, the guys discuss Pat Fitzgerald flipping the bird at the Illinois sideline during MSU’s last ...

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 were the Lions finally able to click on all cylinders on offense? Plus the guys answer live listener questions as the vibes were high afte...

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 the energy in Ann Arbor? Shawn Windsor and Andrew Birkle break it all down on the Freep Sports Show.

Then, Michigan State football is 2-3...

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 took to social media (LinkedIn) to post about the start to the season after "SELL THE TEAM" chants broke out at the first game (12:45-2...

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 after the fourth game with little to no progress? Is Kelvin Sheppard on the hot seat?

Plus, the guys answer questions from listeners live, w...

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 valuable player in the American League after leading in Baseball Reference's "Wins Above Replacement."

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Happy Detroit Sports General Manager Day, to all who celebrate! Detroit Tigers president Scott Harris and Detroit Pistons president Trajan Langdon both spoke to the media on Monday for the ending and beginning of their respective seasons.

Shawn and Andrew begin the episode by discussing the 2026 Tigers season that was by all accounts a disappointment. Was Harris too inclined to blame the lack of success on one month? Is he being to...

Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor are back on the Freep Sports Show to recap the Detroit Lions-New York Jets Week 3 game. The Lions had another too-close-for-comfort win, just like Week 1, after the Jets and Geno Smith got hot in the second half. This time, the Lions got a stop on a forced fumble. Is this a sign that they're actually improving, albeit slowly?

Plus, how did the Lions' secondary hold up? Did Dan Campbell outduel his fo...

As the conversation about the Detroit Lions' defense reaches a fever pitch, the team's former coordinator, Aaron Glenn, is coming to town with his new squad, the New York Jets. Despite an ugly performance on Thursday Night Football, Dan Campbell and the Lions are still 6.5-point favorites against the Jets and Glenn in the game on Sunday. With Campbell's old protégé coming back to face his old team, Shawn and Andrew debate if the Li...

It's been a busy and newsworthy offseason for the Detroit Red Wings, who have seemed to get in their own way one time after another since the 2025-26 season ended. With the Red Wings in the midst of training camp, Free Press beat writer Helene St. James joins the show to discuss the Wings' wild year. Why did Steve Yzerman not work out with the Wings? And what made owner Chris Ilitch wait so long to make a decision? Plus, Helene mak...

Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor are back with another loaded episode of the Freep Sports Show. Fresh off a trip to Allen Park, Shawn gives an update about what Dan Campbell said at his press conference to start Jets week. Campbell kept a positive tone and indicated he still thinks the Lions' problems are fixable, despite the frustrating start. 

Plus, the guys discuss if Kerby Joseph will ever play another game for the Lions af...

Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions were walloped by the Buffalo Bills, 41-31, in the opening game of Highmark Stadium on Thursday Night Football.

Andrew Birkle, Christian Romo and Shawn Windsor were LIVE right after the game for the Freep Sports Show's Detroit Lions postgame breakdown. Why did the Lions look so lifeless out of the gates against the Bills? Is it time for Kelvin Sheppard to take some heat?

Plus, the guys answer quest...

Shawn and Andrew are joined by Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal ahead of Michigan State football's huge game against Notre Dame. What does Graham make of this MSU team in Pat Fitzgerald's first season? Are there causes for concern ahead of the game against the stacked Notre Dame team? 

Plus, the guys discuss the 2026-27 Michigan State basketball team, which is looking loaded in Tom Izzo's 32nd season, but is the roste...

Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor are back with the latest episode of the Freep Sports Show to preview the massive Week 2 showdown between the Lions and Bills. Can Kelvin Sheppard and the Lions' hampered secondary find a way to slow down Josh Allen? Is this the toughest game of the season for the Lions? What will the Lions do at the RB2 spot now that Isiah Pacheco is slated to miss a good portion of the season. 

Then after the b...

Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor are back with the first "Freep Sports Show" Detroit Lions postgame breakdown. Shawn and Andrew answer listener questions after the game and discuss how the offense looked in the first game under new coordinator Drew Petzing, Jameson Williams' costly drops and what went wrong for the defense in the second half.

Plus, Jahmyr Gibbs showed why he was well worth his new contract in Week 1, but can he keep...

It's a big season for the Detroit Lions, coming off their first ever regression under coach Dan Campbell. Shawn Windsor and Andrew Birkle of the "Freep Sports Show" discuss the three biggest questions facing the Lions in 2026. First, can they get their edge back. Secondly, can they stay healthy. And last but not least, what will new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing's offense look like? 

After the break, Michigan footb...