Hiring Speilman was the best thing Sheila has ever done. It led to the Campbell and Holmes Hires and why we are one of the best teams in the NFL now.
@joshlewis575
3 ай бұрын
The teams mentality totally reminds me of 54. Hard work and love of the game through and through. Still can't believe the lions have become an elite organization in the NFL. And in only 3 going into the 4th year. Mind boggling what they've done with this organization
@greenshoesguy1
3 ай бұрын
The fact that the Lions hired Chris Spielman is why I bought a throwback # 54 jersey last year. It’s the only Lions jersey I’ve ever owned and I wear it with pride.
@peterz22thomas5
3 ай бұрын
100%. Great on the field. Great in the booth. And apparently Great in the front office. Smart and humble....I love it.
@MarylandManson29
3 ай бұрын
Totally agree! One name up there I also feel is an integral piece that nobody mentions is John Dorsey
@TheSpeakEZPodcast
3 ай бұрын
Amen
@thomasevans530
3 ай бұрын
Chris Speilmam is a treasure!! Thank God he's in our organization helping us become exceptional
@wardgushee3050
3 ай бұрын
Everything Chris Spielman has done has been excellent: Buckeye, Lion, husband, TV commentator, special assistant to Sheila. The Lions are fortunate to have Chris in the building. Thanks Chris for being a great man and example in Allen Park. Go Blue!
@kenbutton
3 ай бұрын
This is an extraordinary comment - accurate.
@wardgushee3050
3 ай бұрын
Thanks Ken. I appreciate it.@@kenbutton
@tommclain8893
3 ай бұрын
Chris a very humble administrator and mentor. Without 54 we would not be here today. Thanks for your passion for the team. Echo of the whistle only way to play.
@foundscott9852
3 ай бұрын
Well said
@penultimate8643
3 ай бұрын
Us Lion's fans don't get to hear from Chris enough. Thank you for all that you did to influence this turn around. I feel like we owe you a great debt. One Pride 💪🦁
@arodri313
3 ай бұрын
Chris is a Legend. One Pride!
@desert_sky_guy
3 ай бұрын
Been a Lions fan since before Chris was drafted. My favorite defensive Lion of all time, and I must have racked up 1000s of sacks in Tecmo Bowl games with Chris over the years. This was AMAZING. Thank you for this, Ryan and Rick and Chris. And thank you, Chris, for everything you've done to help get this team where it is. This is more satisfying and fulfilling than anything I could have written in my wildest dreams. THANK YOU! ONE PRIDE.
@jmommy881
3 ай бұрын
The only Buckeye that I'm a fan of, really love that guy. Robbie Timmons was also a Buckeye and she's a incredible person, Bransetter married a wonderful person. I saw a blanket knitted half Michigan and the team down south.
@BEEFSERPENT
2 ай бұрын
92 for me
@n8barnhart
3 ай бұрын
I was 12 years old when the Lions drafted Chris and loved watching him as a kid. So glad he is back with the organization, it's a blessing.
@billherman7294
3 ай бұрын
As interviews go , this one is amazing. As a 64 yo Lions fan, this interview has me more convinced our Lions are going to give us what we all want.
@CampItClub
3 ай бұрын
I love Chris Spielman. First as a player, and now how he has helped turn the Lions around after all these years.
@rogerwilson1255
3 ай бұрын
I like him more now in the office then before on the field
@florida1289
3 ай бұрын
Chris's insight is second to none. Im glad hes getting his due even though he could care less
@pickausername9002
3 ай бұрын
Damn i just love this whole fckn organization now. I've been a Lions fan my whole life but this is another level.
@desert_sky_guy
3 ай бұрын
This was one of the best hours of time listening to football talk in my life. THANK YOU AGAIN.
@CGDetroit
3 ай бұрын
Chris Spielman will always be one of my top Lions and so important to the rebirth. Love this guy!
@TheSpeakEZPodcast
3 ай бұрын
I’ve never seen Chris Spielman smile before this pod. Great stuff
@praywarrior24
3 ай бұрын
Great show...These 2 dudes have gave so much to the game of football. Hey Chris dont quit your day job but your missed calling games on Sundays.
@DavidWhitt-ym7bk
3 ай бұрын
I'd watch a game just because he was calling but glad he came back
@praywarrior24
3 ай бұрын
I know me too his skill set calling games was incredible
@davidwright1728
3 ай бұрын
Chris is a Lions treasure and should get all the respect he deserves Go Lions......
@Dagoat-20
3 ай бұрын
I remember Spielman and Blades wreaking havoc back in the day. I’m so glad Spielman is part of the awesome ride we’re about to take 🦁 🚀 💪
@chavezychavez323
3 ай бұрын
My second favorite lion of all time. Had his jersey in high school and wish I still had it
@foundscott9852
3 ай бұрын
One of the best interviews I have seen all off season. This is how u build a team! Pistons need to take notes.
@markpajot9691
3 ай бұрын
Loved this, tyvm...Chris Spielman is my all-time Favorite Lion, the 1st only lions jersey I ever bought
@jmommy881
3 ай бұрын
That was the most important person that Sheila hired, the rest is only going to get better. It started with Speilman helping to build the Lions. They are going to be relevant regardless of what the so called experts say, for quite awhile.
@markrisk1722
3 ай бұрын
A Football Life on Spielman is GREAT!!! I cried.
@joshlewis575
3 ай бұрын
As someone who grew up in the 90s 54 was the epitome of bad ass football player. Dude was my 1st favorite defender, he was great
@TheBestPracticeSwingInGolf
3 ай бұрын
@@joshlewis575Barry's athleticism was incredible but 54's maniacal pursuit to the ball was must see TV. You could feel his energy through the TV, I'm so glad he's navigating us now!
@aaronfink2323
3 ай бұрын
I put my Spiellman jersey on every game day my jersey is from the last time the lion's played in the nfc championship. My favorite player on and off the field. I am so glad and proud to have him back in the lions organization!
@4eyedsherpa
3 ай бұрын
Yip , same here . Spielman Jersey
@rogerwilson1255
3 ай бұрын
Watching this was Time well spent. I loved this interview. I am so thankful Chris is still involved with the lions. It was his foresight that gave us Dan Campbell & Brad Holmes and make us finally proud to be a Lions fan. Thank you Chris a hundred times Thank you!
@russellscott6359
3 ай бұрын
This video was the best, funniest, and most entertaining video I’ve ever watched. Of course I’m a lions fan so that helped to hold my attention
@DavidWhitt-ym7bk
3 ай бұрын
Well Chris I can say I praise you any chance I get as a player and now basically an exec. "Hire good people and stay out of their way. I preach it every day at work. True class.
@40wallflower46
2 ай бұрын
Truely one of the best interviews on football I have ever watched. Informative and completely entertaining, honest interview. Do not miss this one!
@arthurfonzarelli9828
3 ай бұрын
I remember back in the '90s leaving the Lions games and listening to the post game show on the radio and you could hear the absolute frustration and emotion in chris spieleman's voice doing the interviews if they lost. Me and my buddy used to say wow it really seems like he cares more than any player on the team by how hard he took the losses. It was all so very heartfelt. I've never forgot that
@Yooper-906Wings
3 ай бұрын
Chris was Detroit Lions Best Hire.
@Steve_643
3 ай бұрын
I had said for years before they hired Chris he was the guy The Lions needed to turn their team around. I originally thought he should have been the GM but advising Shelia is even better. She needed somebody that knew football helping her. Now we have a great owner and now a great team.
@FullMetalAttackTitan9tailsHero
3 ай бұрын
Awesome insight 15:45 nobody ever told us chris was offered gm job. Thats outstanding work by him to turn down a great job like that and have the foresight to know how he could help the lions. Everyday im just more reassured we have the best organization in all of sports. Plus im pretty sure rick is working as distant advisor, throwing names to chris. No way rick interviews arnold and rakestraw, is blown away by them, then the lions just happen to draft BOTH
@jeremyzier8706
3 ай бұрын
I remember how it went down. In an interview with Herman Moore after the Thanksgiving debacle, he recommended Chris Spielman on the Pride of Detroit podcast. A couple days later, PoD reported that Sheila interviewed Chris for the GM position, but he declined and was hired as a special executive assistant to the team.
@arthurfonzarelli9828
3 ай бұрын
Between this interview, multiple interviews with Campbell and Holmes I've seen, St Brown, Goff etc... You can just tell the Lions have the right people in place and are a winning organization nowadays. It's so weird to say this but it's true they are doing things the right way with the right people. Never been more excited about Detroit sports team since the Pistons and the late '80s you could tell we're also this way
@joshlewis575
3 ай бұрын
My whole life I never understood why we couldn't just be a Pittsburgh, Baltimore, new England, type where you're good every year. Feels so weird to now be one of the big boys. Long as they keep Brad and Dan around they'll continue to be elite
@paulmayer8654
3 ай бұрын
It was an absolute shame that Chris Spielman didn’t finish his career as a Lion. It’s good to see him back in the organization where he belongs. It’s not a surprise that he’s been integral to the rebirth of the franchise.
@DetroitLions59
3 ай бұрын
Love Chris Spielman, he’s a man’s man and a good man too! Chris has much to do with the “NEW LIONS” success…
@joshlewis575
3 ай бұрын
I knew he had a part, never knew it was such a massive part though. I mean just identifying Dan of all people, wow great work. Like he said Dan is the definition of leader of men. And plucking Brad too, holy shit what a job!! Thanks 54!!
@wingsman26
3 ай бұрын
This was awesome! Thanks much. Go Lions!
@LionsFanSyndicate
3 ай бұрын
Unsung Hero!
@user-es7ur3zq7j
3 ай бұрын
I have been wanting to read an interview with Spielman for years! Think he is the brains for the turnaround. Thanks
@matthewwichtner2935
3 ай бұрын
This is freaking awesome! A lot of people bitched when we pick him. Not fast enough, not tall enough, blah, blah, blah. I knew he'd be the player he was. Give me a whole team of players like that. And I'll give you a championship team. Keep it simple, common sense, works to this day. Unfortunately, seems to be lacking in the majority of society, today! Thanks Chris, for all you do dude, much appreciate it! Thanks to Rick and Ryan for the vid! Good stuff guys!
@TheAlienAbides
3 ай бұрын
Maybe the media but anyone who actually watched him play saw he had IT.
@virgilgreen3108
3 ай бұрын
Chris Spielman, number 1 influence for the Detroit Lions. Best discussion!
@dougwalls6266
3 ай бұрын
A true Lion 🦁 ONE PRIDE
@kencurvin5581
3 ай бұрын
I used to hate when he called lions games on tv !! Because he would always point out what they was doing wrong and I thought he hated us lol. So I owe Chris a huge apology because I cursed him so much under my breath lol
@joshlewis575
3 ай бұрын
U could definitely feel his disappointment when they'd stink it up.
@arthurfonzarelli9828
3 ай бұрын
This was awesome interview. Thanks!
@Living_EDventures
3 ай бұрын
I was wanting Detroit to hire Speilman for years. Just listening to him talk when he was on fox gave you insight on the knowledge he has of the game.
@timbos8392
3 ай бұрын
What a blessing for me to have Chris as a part of my Lions Football memories. He was always a huge fan favorite bc he possessed and regularly displayed a rarity in the franchise- TRUE Grit.
@aaronlatimer2847
3 ай бұрын
I definitely enjoyed the episode. #OnePride #AllGrit
@TheBestPracticeSwingInGolf
3 ай бұрын
I had a huge hunch the DC BH hires were based on 54's recommendations. This leadership oozes fearlessness. You can tell Chris feels guilty having not brought the Lombardi to Detroit and found another way to do it as only he can. As a season ticket holder, I thank him. Loved Barry's athleticism but watching 54's grit might have been more special. Not sure if any other org in history had its former player(s) navigate them to the promise-land after decades of losing but my lifetime as a Lions fan feels like a made for movie script right now.
@raymondpetersen6155
3 ай бұрын
First time I seen Chris like this, love it. Awesome to see the brothers together like this. I didn't even know that Rick was a Lion! Love this 🙂
@MatthewPerry-z9j
3 ай бұрын
Followed Chris since he played. He inspired me to reach my goals. I passed that passion on to my kids. Exciting to see his influence on these Lions as they go for the prize. Great time to be a Lions Fan...Thanks for stepping up Chris!
@arthurfonzarelli9828
3 ай бұрын
One of the funny things about The story were Chris said his daughter said to him thanks for making me not afraid to win or lose reminds me of when the Lions were getting into big games late in the season they asked Dan Campbell with his team would be nervous and he said I told them there's nothing to be nervous about. This is the most exciting part about playing this game is the big games, the memories that come with them, etc. He told him to embrace the pressure. Funny you don't hear many coaches talk like that and it's so true instead of being scared of it embrace it it almost gives you a high and makes you feel alive
@JJDW-ku8yf
3 ай бұрын
This was great! Chris is very very impressive. I am a jets fan and I don’t think we have anything remotely close to Sheila, Chris, Brad and Dan.
@lukeschafer4406
3 ай бұрын
Chris really did help hire two guys that think about football in the same exact way he does. I see why Rick's wife said he hired himself.
@hermar3656
3 ай бұрын
Chris is a legend !!!
@Mr.YesSuh
3 ай бұрын
It’s a good time to be Lion fan
@MJ-un3xt
3 ай бұрын
"Spielman" is the name of the grain of sand that created a pearl: the essence of pure grit that transformed our Lions.
@michaelbagsby5996
3 ай бұрын
Chris has always been my favorite Lion, St. Brown is the closest we have on the team today!!!
@IanSinclair77
2 ай бұрын
I was so happy to hear Chris was back with the Lions. Chris knows what leadership looks like because he has always been one. I live in Australia now, but I would lovw to understand what makes Chris and Dan the leaders I want to be
@johnthrasher8146
3 ай бұрын
Awesome segment! Great discussions and insights! Thanks!! Small correction, but Dan Campbell replaced Joe Philbin in Miami in 2015 as the "Interim."
@Lebowski_Sports_Cards
3 ай бұрын
Chris Spielman, next to Barry Sanders, was my favorite Lion as a young kid. I was heartbroken when he went to Buffalo. I'm thankful that you came back to Detroit, though, to repair the damage Patricia and Quinn did and exceed all expectations along with Campbell and Holmes. #AllGrit #OnePride #DetrotiVsEverybody #KingsOfTheNorth
@bradpirochta9293
3 ай бұрын
The ONLY Jersey I've EVER bought... Chris Spielman #54.
@philipschifano5876
Ай бұрын
Love Chris so much .. but this makes you appreciate GOOD podcasts lol
@spencerscott875
3 ай бұрын
The mental toughness story Chris told at the end had Ryan dying, me too 😂😂
@bssignorful
3 ай бұрын
I love the coffee sleeve over the beer cans.
@DavidWhitt-ym7bk
2 ай бұрын
Noticed that too lol.
@DavidWhitt-ym7bk
2 ай бұрын
Honestly only noticed after I noticed he seemed buzzed lol. Get it Spiel!
@IlluminovaNibiru
Ай бұрын
52:11 true greatness
@theblueboogeyman3262
3 ай бұрын
Chris we loved you when you played and we also you now as the personal canceljeri to the owner and the team 👏lions forever
@BEEFSERPENT
2 ай бұрын
Chris def picked up a thing or 2 from his brother so glad he’s part of our front office
@garysuper1582
3 ай бұрын
Thank you Chris, its a honor to be a Lions fan in large part because of you. Just rewatched Football life. God bless you, your family. Love ya Man!
@grkoepke
3 ай бұрын
Chris is so awesome! I hope he's on dozens more pods this off-season
@GBEdmonds-j1i
3 ай бұрын
Of all things Lions I have listened to in the past few weeks this was one of the most enjoyable podcasts I've watched/listened to:) I will always hate the Buckeyes, (sorry Chris) but am so happy Chris became and still is a Lion!! #onepride
@michigunsanta8680
3 ай бұрын
Great interview! Takes awhile to get into the interesting details but it’s worth the wait! 👍🏻
@bradlevell2568
Ай бұрын
Chris Spielman is a Man about vision and collaboration. Bringing a Brotherhood of good people threw out the organization. Being just a good human being (What he did for Stef and the kids, end of story). No frills minimum caution, Copenhagen packed mouth pieces. Chris is about opening the flood gates where everyone is part of the stream. Well he did not reach the Superbowl as a lion, Chris will use old school instincts that don't go away to get a Superbowl for Detroit. Chris reminds me of Columbo the detective and Frank Sinatra and Bing Cosby Christmas songs. This never goes out of style. Keep it simple to create the identity.
@DemonEdge82
3 ай бұрын
Look at Rick with the Lions gear! 🦁
@BEEFSERPENT
2 ай бұрын
I agree with Chris continuity is key
@daniellaw6033
3 ай бұрын
Awesome great video love Chris Spielman even though he is a buckeye
@socalion90
3 ай бұрын
I just found a Fleer 91 Chris Spielman card. Funny that this podcast comes up right after that.
@johnlawson1167
3 ай бұрын
7:36 through 8:08 is probably the most satisfying answer I've ever heard a sports executive give in my life.
@foundscott9852
3 ай бұрын
If u cant win Chris Spielman over, u aint winning the owner over. I love it.
@marcelofavero3195
3 ай бұрын
Amazing interview!
@arthurfonzarelli9828
3 ай бұрын
I read an article about Amon Ra Dad saying before the draft that whoever drafted him was getting a leader of a football team. I thought it was awfully cocky but he said his son was special in that way and boy was he ever right
@HonoluluBS
3 ай бұрын
Love it!
@arthurfonzarelli9828
3 ай бұрын
Being a Lions fan for 40 years I always felt they lacked a passionate football man at the top of the franchise. A guy who really wanted to win in I believe they got that when they hired Chris and then he went out and got two guys just like himself to run the team with Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell
@moosiethestaggie5100
2 ай бұрын
Imagine getting offered your dream job but turn it down because you are humble enough to realise you could do more harm than good🤯😎 Not many Lions fans would turn down such an opportunity. Chris is Honolulu Blue Royalty
@MotownGuitarJoe
3 ай бұрын
Chris was a foreshadowing of what this team would become. He was #GRIT and #OnePride back when he was playing. Sadly, he had very little company back then...
@austinbowman6512
3 ай бұрын
This was awesome content. Thanks
@waltermitchell768
3 ай бұрын
Really good interview
@pineyz3632
3 ай бұрын
Great show
@asay636
3 ай бұрын
"First of all read the shirt." XD
@innerspace56
3 ай бұрын
LOL at @56:51 you finally got this dude to laugh. That took some work, but it paid off well.
@joshlewis575
3 ай бұрын
Chris keeping it real at all times, even letting his daughter know she stunk that game as a 3rd grader😂😂
@DCichano1
3 ай бұрын
Awesome
@SeanP7195
3 ай бұрын
I always thought Chris was too meaty for management but he’s done very well. I think that’s why he liked Campbell. Was he some old school guy who’s been around the league forever? No. Was he this young genius everyone is looking for? No. Was he some guy who’s been coaching a long time and paid his dues? Not really. Just kinda right along the bell curve of NFL coaches. But Spielman saw a guy who would not fail. Detroit had to become Detroit. The Red Wings didn’t try to copy anyone. They got good people and did their thing. The Lions had to become that. If you constantly try to copy others you’ll always be second rate. One step behind.
@PrivatelyHanging
3 ай бұрын
I always wanted my Lions to hire Bill Cowher. That type of guy brings an aurora of winning culture, Dan is that guy. The last three years is the best lions football since the early '90s when Barry Samders and Chris Spielman were the best players on the team
@4eyedsherpa
3 ай бұрын
A Spielman that actually works for a NFL team
@vinnym311
3 ай бұрын
Chris legit looks like he's 20 years younger than Rick. Crazy.
@TheSpaceBeast
3 ай бұрын
Raider here, I feel like Chris woulda picked Antonio Pierce as well. I’m hearing a lot of the same intangibles, and I’ve Comped AP to DC many times. Leader of Men, passionate, unabashedly himself, not afraid to bring in coaches who know more ( Marvin Lewis, Joe Philbin) and they both played the game.
@peterz22thomas5
3 ай бұрын
I thought it was hilarious that Branch fell in the draft because of his 40 time. Then in his very 1st game, against the defending champs, he picked off Mahomes, raced towards the endzone and was pulling away from everyone chasing him. He's not too slow. He's not slow at all, actually.
@TheAlienAbides
3 ай бұрын
How many of you eatched this entire interview? Spielman is must see tv.
@thomasjeffries5341
3 ай бұрын
Need to get his jersey
@davemi00
2 ай бұрын
Chris, ‘’I Wait to be Asked’’.
@dougmichaelroossien9115
3 ай бұрын
heard Chris say he studies all the offensive plays (IN-DEPTH) ,,, pretty hard for any offensive player to slack off and not do the same. This guy wants to move to the next level up the Lion Management and why not., ...when he's ready. In the meantime he's done as much for the Lions as anyone in my memory
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