The season may be over, but the real decisions are just beginning in Detroit.

In this episode, we dive into our early off-season thoughts and one big question that’s already sparking debate: Should Jahmyr Gibbs be a priority extension candidate? With the Lions building a true contender, how do you balance paying elite skill talent versus preserving long-term roster flexibility?

The Lions made their move, but fans are still scratching their heads. This week we unpack The Petzing Puzzle — why the hire has Detroit split between “trust the process” and “who exactly is this guy?” We dig into the biggest Lions free-agent questions looming this off-season, from cornerstone decisions to the role players that quietly shaped the run. And then there’s the newest wrinkle: the specialist named Kafka — what he brings to the staff, how he fits with Petzing, and whether this signals a philosophical shift on offense. Optimism, skepticism, and a healthy dose of Honolulu Blue therapy as we try to make sense of the next chapter.

The Lions closed out the regular season with a win against the Bears, and it felt like more than just a finale — it felt like a turning point. We break down what went wrong (and what didn’t) in Chicago, then shift to the bigger picture: looming coaching changes, offseason priorities, and what this ending might signal for Detroit’s direction moving forward.