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**The Valenti Show**

The Valenti Show with Rico is Detroit’s must-listen daily sports show — where strong opinions meet smart analysis. Hosted by Mike Valenti and Rico Beard, The Valenti Show brings unfiltered takes on the biggest national stories and dives deep into all-things-Detroit sports: the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, Red Wings, Michigan and Michigan State. Whether it’s NFL drama, playoff stakes or college football storylines, Valenti and Rico tell it like it is — no fluff, no fan service, just real talk. Catch The Valenti Show with Rico live Monday through Friday 2pm – 6pm EST on 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT). Full episodes, individual hours and show highlights drop daily wherever you get your podcasts.

Latest Episodes:

How Important Is It For The Lions' Defense To Show Up On Sunday? Sep 25, 2026

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The guys discuss the importance of the Lions' defense against the Jets on Sunday.

Valenti Is VERY Confident In The Lions Against The Jets Sep 25, 2026

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Mike explains why he expects the Lions to crush the Jets this Sunday.

FULL SHOW: Thursday, September 24th Sep 24, 2026

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Valenti and Rico opened the show with their thoughts on the Tigers' farewell sendoff for Justin Verlander that's planned for this weekend. They quickly shifted their sights in the second hour to react to Kelvin Sheppard's interesting monologue to start his most recent press conference and discuss whether he or Brad Holmes is more to blame for the Lions' defensive woes. They stuck with that topic throughout the rest of the show, taking a bunch of your calls along the way.

HOUR 1: Thoughts On Verlander's Farewell Festivities This Weekend + In Football Today Sep 24, 2026

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The guys dove right into what the Tigers have planned for Justin Verlander's retirement this weekend and whether they'll be paying any attention to it. Mike explained why he wants no part of it and took your calls to see whether the people agree with him. Then, they did a deep dive into all the 2-0 and 0-2 teams in an "In Football Today".

HOUR 2: Is Brad Holmes Or Kelvin Sheppard More To Blame For Lions' Defensive Issues? Sep 24, 2026

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Mike and Rico tackled an important subject beginning in the second hour, off the heels of a 7-minute monologue from Kelvin Sheppard in his most recent press conference. They took your calls in response throughout.

HOUR 3: Week 1 Of The Valenti & Rico Survivor Pool + Sheppard vs. Holmes Continued Sep 24, 2026

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The guys did the first edition of The Valenti & Rico Show survivor pool before getting back to business regarding the Holmes vs. Sheppard conversation.

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Sheppard/Holmes Conversation Sep 24, 2026

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The guys rounded out the show with some parting thoughts on the who is more to blame discussion between Brad Holmes and Kelvin Sheppard.

More Lions Defense Thoughts | Did Sheppard Take A Shot At Holmes In His Comments? Sep 24, 2026

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Mike and Rico open the final hour with a continuation with their Holmes vs. Sheppard discussion.

How Could Anyone NOT Think The Lions' Defensive Issues Are Brad Holmes' Fault? Sep 24, 2026

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Mike and Rico continue their Brad Holmes vs. Kelvin Sheppard discussion and hear from more of the people.

Mike & Rico Make A Bet About Jameis Winston + Give More Thoughts On Holmes/Sheppard Sep 24, 2026

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The guys are at odds regarding Jameis Winston and put their money where their mouths are. Plus, they share some more thoughts on their Holmes/Sheppard conversation and hear from some texters.

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