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Locked On Lions

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A daily podcast for Detroit Lions fans, offering news, analysis, and opinion from veteran Detroit sports broadcaster Matt Dery.

The brief

This is a daily, solo-hosted reaction show for the dedicated Lions fan. Matt Dery's focus is on the immediate news cycle, providing opinionated analysis on player personnel moves, salary cap implications, and off-field events. The show is less about long-form interviews and more a direct, daily briefing on the state of the team from a seasoned broadcaster's perspective.

Its primary distinction is the daily cadence, providing immediate takes on breaking news, which is rare in a single-team podcast format. Dery's long history in the Detroit sports media landscape provides a layer of seasoned, sometimes cynical, perspective that differs from pure fan analysis.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Locked On Lions is a daily podcast covering the Detroit Lions, hosted by veteran sports broadcaster Matt Dery. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network, the show provides daily news, expert analysis, and opinion on all aspects of the team, from player contracts to breaking news. Dery, who has covered Detroit sports for decades on radio stations like WDFN and 97.1 The Ticket, brings his connections and expertise to each episode.

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Credentials & credits

  • Host, Locked On Lions (2016-Present)
  • Graduate, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University
  • Former Detroit sports radio host (WDFN, 97.1 The Ticket, Detroit Sports 105.1)
  • Former play-by-play voice, University of Detroit Mercy Titans basketball
  • Director of Communications, Marketing, and Business Development, Financial Architects, Inc. (2019-Present)
  • TV Analyst, Motor City Cruise (G-League)

Other ventures

  • Host, Detroit Pistons "Pistons Pod"
  • Host, Dery Bros GuardiansCast
  • Fill-in Host, 92.3 FM The Fan (Cleveland)
  • Contributor, WXYZ-TV's 7 Sports Cave
  • Host, Empowering Futures Podcast Network
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Region
usa
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    PANIC: Detroit Lions’ SEASON JEOPARDIZED by Terrion Arnold’s STUNNING Charges—Who Steps Up?

    A prime example of the show's function: providing immediate, solo-host reaction and analysis to a major, sensitive breaking news story involving a key player.

  2. 02
    BANK BREAKER: Sam LaPorta’s Next Deal DEMANDS ATTENTION for Detroit Lions After Kyle Pitts News.

    Showcases the podcast's core focus on the financial side of football, breaking down how another player's contract impacts the Lions' salary cap and future roster decisions.

  3. 03
    LIONS SQUAD SHOW: Detroit Lions Minicamp Reaction & Stand Outs + NFL Training Camp Dates Revealed

    Highlights the recurring 'Squad Show' format, which features a panel of co-hosts and offers a different dynamic from the usual solo-narrative style.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

How Locked On Lions interviews

The format is predominantly a solo monologue delivered by host Matt Dery. He often reacts to breaking news, analyzes player contracts, and discusses team culture. To vary the format, he sometimes incorporates pre-recorded clips from past interviews or other shows to set up his analysis.

Signature segments

  • · Your Team, Every Day
  • · Everydayer Club
  • · Lions Squad Show
  • · Hey Hey VakiTown

Topics covered repeatedly

Player Contracts & Salary CapRoster Analysis & Depth ChartsBreaking News ReactionTraining CampNFL DraftTeam Culture & Locker RoomGame Previews & RecapsPlayer Off-Field IssuesNFL Power RankingsFree Agency
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

The main daily show rarely features live interviews. When guests or outside voices are included, they are typically other sports media members (like Jeff Risdon) or former players and coaches with Lions connections (like Bradford Banta), often appearing on special 'Squad Show' episodes or in pre-recorded clips.

Recent guests
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§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
18.4K
18,400
Avg views / video
2.4K
Trailing window
Total views
6.8M
6,808,673
Videos published
1,489
Sponsor readEstimated

Sponsors appear to be a mix of national brands common across the Locked On Network (e.g., FanDuel, Indeed, Odoo, Square) and direct-to-listener monetization through the 'Everydayer Club' on Supercast, which offers an ad-free feed and community access.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
Who is the host of Locked On Lions?
The host is Matt Dery, a veteran Detroit sports broadcaster with decades of experience on radio and television.
What is the format of the show?
It is a daily podcast, primarily featuring solo analysis and commentary from host Matt Dery reacting to the latest Lions news.
Does the show have interviews?
No, it is not an interview-based show. The host delivers solo monologues, though he occasionally uses pre-recorded clips or hosts panel discussions on special 'Squad Show' episodes.
What is the 'Everydayer Club'?
The 'Everydayer Club' is a paid membership community for listeners that offers benefits like ad-free episodes, a private Discord server, and exclusive merchandise.
How often does Locked On Lions release new episodes?
The podcast releases new episodes daily, Monday through Friday, consistent with the Locked On Podcast Network's 'Your Team, Every Day' model.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
Locked On Lions is available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify, as well as on YouTube.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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  1. [01]Matt Dery | Show Host - Locked On Podcast Networklockedonpodcasts.com
  2. [02]Matt Dery - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
  3. [03]Dery, Matt - Financial Architectsfinancialarch.com
  4. [04]Locked On Lions - Official Websitelockedonpodcasts.com
  5. [05]ABOUT - Matt Derymattdery.wordpress.com
  6. [06]Matt Dery - Grokipediagrokipedia.org
  7. [07]Locked On Lions - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Lions | Podchaserpodchaser.com
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