Erik Schlitt
Managing Editor
Erik Schlitt is the managing editor of Pride of Detroit and the co-host of the midweek mailbag podcast. Erik also hosts his own "Detroit Lions Breakdown Podcast." His primary focuses include Lions news and analysis with an expertise on the NFL Draft, salary cap, and the Xs and Os of football.
Lions won’t rest starters vs. 49ers, regardless of Vikings-Packers outcome
The Detroit Lions are "going out to play and win" against the 49ers, regardless of playoff implications.
Lions Reacts Survey: Are you confident the Lions are headed in the right direction?
Checking in with Detroit Lions fans for our latest SB Nation Reacts survey: Are you confident that the Lions are headed in the right direction?
Live thread: Saints at Packers on ‘Monday Night Football’
Week 16 concludes with the New Orleans Saints traveling to Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers on "Monday Night Football." Come chat with us in our open thread.
Detroit Lions waive DL Chris Smith
The Detroit Lions announced they have waived defensive lineman Chris Smith as they turn the page to Week 17.
Lions-Bears snap counts: Detroit deploys 3 safety sets in Ifeatu Melifonwu’s return
A look at how the Detroit Lions adjusted their defense against the Chicago Bears in Week 16.
Ben Johnson is ‘intrigued’ and ‘expected to interview’ for Bears coaching job
According to reports from ESPN and NFL Network, Lions OC Ben Johnson is "intrigued" and "expected to interview" with the Chicago Bears this offseason.
Week 17 opening odds: Detroit Lions road favorites over San Francisco 49ers on MNF
The opening betting lines for Week 17 have been released and the Detroit Lions open as road favorites over the San Francisco 49ers on "Monday Night Football."
Live thread: Buccaneers at Cowboys on ‘Sunday Night Football’
In Week 16, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys will square off on "Sunday Night Football." Come chat with us in our open thread.
Lions Week 16 inactives: Graham Glasgow OUT vs. Bears
The Detroit Lions have released their inactives ahead of their Week 16 game against the Chicago Bears. Who’s in, and who’s out?
Detroit Lions updated 2024 depth chart: Week 16 at Bears
Here’s an updated look at the 2024 Detroit Lions’ depth chart heading into their Week 16 matchup with the Chicago Bears.