In this episode of Talking Grit, hosts Jason Harwood and Jacob Litton reflect on their Thanksgiving experiences, particularly the disappointing Lions vs. Packers game. They discuss player transactions, key moments from the game, and the impact of Amon-Ra St. Brown's injury. The conversation also touches on controversial referee calls and the effectiveness of Brad Holmes' trades and draft strategy. Overall, the hosts express frustration over missed opportunities and the need for the team to adapt and improve moving forward.

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Chapters

00:00 Thanksgiving Reflections and Game Overview

07:30 Player Transactions and Roster Updates

11:35 Lions vs. Packers Game Recap

17:56 Key Moments and Missed Opportunities

26:22 Impact of Amon Ra's Injury

28:00 Referee Calls and Controversies

32:11 Defensive Struggles and Scheme Issues

42:15 Evaluating Trades and Draft Decisions

56:03 Injury Updates and Team Outlook

58:22 Injury Impact and Future Prospects

01:00:22 Hope for 2026: A Comeback Possibility

01:03:12 Social Media and Fan Reactions

01:05:09 Realism vs. Optimism in Team Performance

01:06:30 Movie Discussions: Nostalgia and Family Engagement