On this episode of the Twentyman in the Huddle podcast presented by Microsoft, Tim Twentyman previews the Detroit Lions' NFC Divisional Round matchup against the Washington Commanders on Saturday. First, Dan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director and Voice of the Lions, joins the show. After a lighthearted conversation about Dan's childhood in the D.C. area and growing up a Washington fan, Dan and Tim delve into a few storylines of the game. Dan shares his thoughts on the newness of the matchup, Jayden Daniels' impressive rookie season and the impact David Montgomery's return could have on the Lions' offense. Plus, the duo explains how the teams' aggressiveness on fourth down can be pivotal in the game's outcome. Next, Detroit Lions first team All-Pro and Pro Bowl tackle Penei Sewell joins Tim in the studio for his second appearance on the podcast this season. Penei chats about the importance of the first-round bye, how he spent the extra time off with his family and his family's involvement in surprising him with the news of being named All-Pro. Penei also talks about the challenges that Washington's defense presents, the development of rookie linemen Christian Mahogany and Giovanni Manu and how his experience the past three seasons has built to this moment. To close the show, ESPN Commanders reporter John Keim calls in to discuss all the latest news from Washington. John discusses the Commanders' turnaround from a 4-win team to a 12-win team, the similarities between Detroit head coach Dan Campbell's and Washington head coach Dan Quinn's team culture and how Jayden Daniels is performing so well as a rookie. John also shares why Washington is in a good spot health-wise and how wide receiver Terry McLaurin, tight end Zach Ertz and linebacker Frankie Luvu will be players to watch. Stay tuned for more postgame coverage of Lions-Commanders following Saturday night's game at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan!
Highlights include:
- 0:12: Dan Miller on growing up in Washington D.C, return of David Montgomery and more
- 11:29: Penei Sewell chats first-round bye, All-Pro/Pro Bowl recognition and Washington defense
- 19:49: John Keim shares all the latest Commanders news, Jayden Daniels' development
