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.
Results from our Detroit Lions quarterly MVP awards surveys reward excellence
The results from our latest SB Nation Reacts surveys are in, and we have the results from our quarterly MVP awards surveys.
Live Thread: Buccaneers at Falcons on ‘Thursday Night Football’
Week 5 kicks off with an NFC South rivalry, as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the Atlanta Falcons on "Thursday Night Football." Come chat with us in our open thread.
Notes: A Lions player’s kind high school gesture had Seahawks fan conflicted
Social media can often be a wasteland but there are a few bright spots, like this viral TikTok video centered around a kind-hearted Lions player... made by a Seahawks fan.
Aidan Hutchinson wins Defensive Player of the Month (September)
After a dominating September, Lions edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson wins NFC Defensive Player of the Month.
Quarterly awards: Who are the Detroit Lions’ offensive, defensive MVPs?
Checking in with Detroit Lions fans for our latest SB Nation Reacts survey: After 4 games, who are the Lions offensive, and defensive MVPs?
Lions Week 4 snap counts: Jameson Williams’ role continues to increase
A look at the Detroit Lions’ Week 4 snap counts against the Seattle Seahawks, including a personal best from Jameson Williams.
NFL Week 5 power rankings: Lions make a case for best team in NFL
After a huge primetime win over the previously-undefeated Seahawks, the Detroit Lions made their case for #1 in NFL power rankings this week.
Calvin Johnson inducted into ‘Pride of the Lions’ ring of honor
The Detroit Lions will induct Hall-of-Famer Calvin Johnson into the "Pride of the Lions" ring of honor at halftime of their game on Monday night.
Detroit Lions Week 4 inactives: Brian Branch OUT vs. Seahawks
The Detroit Lions will officially be without Brian Branch vs. the Seattle Seahawks. Full Week 4 inactives here:
Detroit Lions updated 2024 depth chart: Week 4 vs. Seattle Seahawks on MNF
An updated look at the Detroit Lions 2024 depth chart heading into their Week 4 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks on "Monday Night Football."