<description>Contrast to the Matt Millen era, Detroit Lions president Tom Lewand went out of his way to make himself available to the fans and media during the team's minicamp last week. And, according to Brian VanOchten, it's the attitude of Lewand and new coach Jim Schwartz that could be rubbing off on the players.</description>

Contrast to the Matt Millen era, Detroit Lions president Tom Lewand went out of his way to make himself available to the fans and media during the team's minicamp last week.

Contrast to the Matt Millen era, Detroit Lions president Tom Lewand went out of his way to make himself available to the fans and media during the team's minicamp last week. And, according to Brian VanOchten, it's the attitude of Lewand and new coach Jim Schwartz that could be rubbing off on the players.

07.02:09: Two-Minute Drill Podcast

<description>The signing of Jon Jansen gives the Detroit Lions some healthy competition along their offensive line, which appears to be a trend at all positions under the regime of coach Jim Schwartz and general manager Martin Mayhew, according to Brian VanOchten. Speaking of competition, rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford appears ready to challenge Daunte Culpepper for the starting job when training camp kicks off.</description>

Healthy competition appears to be a trend in Lions camp under new coach Jim Schwartz and general manager Martin Mayhew.

The signing of Jon Jansen gives the Detroit Lions some healthy competition along their offensive line, which appears to be a trend at all positions under the regime of coach Jim Schwartz and general manager Martin Mayhew, according to Brian VanOchten. Speaking of competition, rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford appears ready to challenge Daunte Culpepper for the starting job when training camp kicks off.

06.05.09: Two-Minute Drill Podcast

<description>Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was released from prison Wednesday. A return to the NFL seems likely, although a suspension from commissioner Roger Goodell may loom. Brian VanOchten breaks down Vick's future and offers up some potential teams that could be interested in the former Pro Bowler.</description>

Brian VanOchten breaks down Michael Vick's NFL future and offers up some potential teams that could be interested in the former Pro Bowler.

Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was released from prison Wednesday. A return to the NFL seems likely, although a suspension from commissioner Roger Goodell may loom. Brian VanOchten breaks down Vick's future and offers up some potential teams that could be interested in the former Pro Bowler.

05.22.09: Two-Minute Drill Podcast

<description>Larry Foote signing with the Detroit Lions is a perfect fit for both parties. A Detroit native gets to come home and the Lions fill a major need at middle linebacker. Brian VanOchten breaks down the offseason acquisitions so far for the Lions and the other teams in the NFC North, including Brett Favre likely heading to the Minnesota Vikings.</description>

Larry Foote signing with the Detroit Lions is a perfect fit for both parties. Brian VanOchten breaks down the Lions' offseason and the rest of the teams in the NFC North.

Larry Foote signing with the Detroit Lions is a perfect fit for both parties. A Detroit native gets to come home and the Lions fill a major need at middle linebacker. Brian VanOchten breaks down the offseason acquisitions so far for the Lions and the other teams in the NFC North, including Brett Favre likely heading to the Minnesota Vikings.

05.08.09: Two-Minute Drill Podcast

<description>Matthew Stafford, Brandon Pettigrew and Louis Delmas may turn into fine NFL players, but they didn't fill enough of the Detroit Lions' needs on draft day, according to Brian VanOchten. VanOchten breaks down the draft and offers up some alternatives to Detroit's selections and also predicts when Stafford may take his first snap in the regular season.</description>

Matthew Stafford, Brandon Pettigrew and Louis Delmas may turn into fine NFL players, but they didn't fill enough of the Detroit Lions' needs on draft day, according to Brian VanOchten.

Matthew Stafford, Brandon Pettigrew and Louis Delmas may turn into fine NFL players, but they didn't fill enough of the Detroit Lions' needs on draft day, according to Brian VanOchten. VanOchten breaks down the draft and offers up some alternatives to Detroit's selections and also predicts when Stafford may take his first snap in the regular season.

05.01.09: Two-Minute Drill Podcast

Grand Rapids Press columnist Brian VanOchten offers his weekly insight on the Detroit Lions and the National Football League. He'll discuss the NFL draft, the Lions' roster moves, preview the upcoming season and much, much more.

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