Notes: Lions drop first ‘Inside the Den’ episode

TL;DR

The Detroit Lions have launched the first episode of 'Inside the Den,' showcasing offseason changes and insights from key figures like offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and general manager Brad Holmes.

Key points

Detroit Lions released first episode of 'Inside the Den'
Episode features insights from Drew Petzing and Brad Holmes
Focus on offseason movements and player acquisitions

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Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; A Detroit Lions helmet on the sidelines against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images | Eric Hartline-Imagn Images The Detroit Lions have released the first episode of this season’s highly watched series “Inside the Den.” This episode of the Emmy-award winning documentary series goes behind-the-scenes to touch on some key offseason movements within the franchise. It starts with a look at new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, as he sits down with a few coaches to watch film. This gives viewers a chance to learn what he sees when he watches a certain play, as well as what he may be expecting from his players this season. The episode follows the same with defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard, until going into the process signing free agents in the offseason. General manager Brad Holmes also offers a little insight into how he identifies the types of players he believes the Lions need, and the process of going after them (you can read some of Holmes’ direct quotes on the free agency class here). You can watch the episode, which runs just over a half hour, below: And onto the rest of your notes.

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Q&A

What does the first episode of 'Inside the Den' cover?

The episode highlights offseason movements, including insights from offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and general manager Brad Holmes on player acquisitions.

Who is featured in the first episode of 'Inside the Den'?

Key figures featured include offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard, and general manager Brad Holmes.

How long is the first episode of 'Inside the Den'?

The episode runs for just over half an hour.