Matt Shepard is the host of the X's and Bro's Morning Show heard live across the state of Michigan every weekday morning. An award winning Detroit sports personality, Matt has lived and breathed Detroit and Michigan sports for over three decades. Matt Shepard - the consummate Detroit sports insider, analyst, and interviewer. Text SPORTSRADIO to 21000 | Call (866) 838-4843 | Weekday Mornings 6a-9am on the Michigan Sports Network.
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X's and BrO's - Heroes and Heels, September 16, 2024
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Shep and Trent give out their "Heroes and Heels" from a jam-packed weekend of sports action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Roy Cummings previews Buccaneers @ Lions
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Tampa Bay insider Roy Cummings joins the show to discuss Baker Mayfield's revitalization, the Lions' chances to win the Super Bowl, predictions for Sunday's matchup, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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Shep takes a moment to pay respect to the great Joe Schmidt, one of the greatest Detroit Lions of all time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Optimism for the future of Michigan State football
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Shep tells you why he's bullish on the future of MSU football, and it starts with Jonathan Smith and quarterback Aidan Chiles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Bill Morris, author of "The Lions Finally Roar"
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Bill Morris joins the show to discuss his brand new book, "The Lions Finally Roar," chronicling the once-inept Detroit Lions franchise, and how Sheila Hamp, Chris Spielman, Brad Holmes and others have vaulted the Lions to the top of the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - NFL Playoff projections after Week 1
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After just one week of NFL action, what are the way-too-early projections for the playoffs, and how good of a chance does The Athletic give the Lions to reach the Super Bowl after an overtime win over the Rams? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - How impressive was Terrion Arnold's debut?
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Shep weighs in on how Terrion Arnold looked in his first NFL start, a 26-20 Lions win over the Los Angeles Rams in prime time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Laying out Tigers' path to playoff push
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Shep breaks down the home stretch of the season for the Tigers, and how it might be more favorable than the teams they need to catch in order to squeeze into the playoffs for the first time since 2014. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Lomas Brown previews Rams @ Lions
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The Lions kickoff their 2024 season on Sunday Night Football as the Los Angeles Rams come back to Detroit, and Lomas Brown joins the show to break it all down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Wesley Brown previews Michigan State @ Maryland
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Maryland Football beat reporter Wesley Brown joins the show to point out what to look for when the Michigan State Spartans take on the Terrapins on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Uncharted territory for Lions expectations
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With the NFL season kicking off Thursday night, Shep breaks down why the hype for the Lions is the highest its ever been, including in the midst of a 5-0 start in 2011. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Reactions to NFL Hope-O-Meter
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The NFL Hope-O-Meter gauges the fanbases' level of faith in their team to succeed this season... are Lions fans the MOST confident in the league? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Josh Priebe Interview
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Shep sits down with Michigan offensive guard and Niles, MI native Josh Priebe to discuss the vibe with the team in the early season and how he's adjusted to playing at Michigan after his career at Northwestern. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Geoff Ketchum previews Texas @ Michigan
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Texas Longhorns beat reporter Geoff Ketchum joins the show to preview their matchup with the Michigan Wolverines at the Big House on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Predicting NFL division winners
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Shep and Trent give their picks for which team will win each division in the NFL this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Jim Miller Interview
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Former Michigan State and Chicago Bears quarterback Jim Miller joins the show to give his take on Spartan football, Caleb Williams, the Lions' chances to make another deep playoff run, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Floor and ceiling for top teams in NFL
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What is the floor and what is the ceiling for how the top-tier NFL teams (including the Lions) will fare in 2024? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Expectations for Jared Goff
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After getting a contract extension worth over $50 million/year, what are fair expectations for Jared Goff in 2024 and beyond? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Over/under 10.5 wins for the Lions?
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The Lions' over/under win total is set at 10.5 in Vegas, but is that too low of a bar? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Reactions to Week 1 Michigan and Michigan State Football
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What was the good and the bad from Michigan's victory over Fresno State and Michigan State's victory over Florida Atlantic? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Heroes and Heels - September 2, 2024
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Shep and Trent debut a brand new segment: HEROES AND HEELS, in which they each give one positive standout individual from the weekend in sports (a hero), and one negative standout (a heel). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Jason Avant Interview
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Wolverine alum and NFL veteran Jason Avant joins the show to preview Michigan's football season, including what expectations should be as they embark on a National Championship defense despite Jim Harbaugh, JJ McCarthy, Blake Corum and others departing for the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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X's and BrO's - Jehuu Caulcrick Interview
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Proud Spartan Jehuu Caulcrick joins the show to preview Michigan State's football season opener against Florida Atlantic, and discusses what expectations should be for Jonathan Smith's first season at the helm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Some perspective on Aaron Judge's historic season
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Shep gives some perspective on just how phenomenal Aaron Judge has been, and why his eventual MVP run is historically significant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - What is a successful season for the Lions?
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Shep takes a look at what constitutes a successful season for the Lions and other notable NFL teams in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - NFL quarterbacks under most pressure this season
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Which NFL quarterbacks are under the most pressure to succeed this season? And is there a difference between pressure to win and pressure to keep your job? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Jason Strayhorn previews MSU Football
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Jason Strayhorn joins Shep to preview the 2024 Michigan State football season, including what Jonathan Smith's message to the team is, how excited he is to watch Aidan Chiles at quarterback, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Has Javy Baez played his final game as a Tiger?
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Shep circles back on yesterday's poll question: has Javier Baez played his final game as a Tiger? He also gives some perspective from John Vander Wal on whether or not Baez was ever that impressive with the Cubs to begin with. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Reactions to Connor Stalions documentary
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Shep and Trent give their reactions to the "Untold: Sign Stealer" documentary on Netflix, giving some context to the Connor Stalions sign-stealing scandal with Michigan Football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Lions continue to shape 53-man roster
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Shep breaks down the Lions' latest roster cuts as they continue to trim it down to the official 53-man squad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Is Amon-Ra St. Brown a top 5 WR?
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Shep and Trent discuss where Amon-Ra St. Brown ranks in the wide receiver pecking order in the NFL... does he sneak into the top 5? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Mick McCabe Interview
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Mick McCabe joins Shep to preview the high school football season in Michigan and reminisce on some of the great student-athletes he's covered over his many years of excellent coverage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - What to watch for in Lions' final preseason game
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Who will add some depth to the Lions' wide receiver room, and will we see Hendon Hooker in the regular season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Who are the active baseball Hall of Famers?
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Shep and Trent discuss which active MLB players are locks to make the Hall of Fame, and whether or not certain fringe players will get in someday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 21, 2024 & Jim Callis Interview
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A look back on how far the Lions have come since the Matt Patricia days Why is Dan Campbell electing to not get the starters any preseason reps? Jim Callis tells you why you should have faith in the Tigers' young core See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Colton Pouncy Interview
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Colton Pouncy joins Shep to talk all things Lions, including what to expect for the final preseason game, the progression of Jameson Williams and Jack Campbell, the trustworthy culture the coaching staff has built, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 19, 2024
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Peyton Manning lists his top five NFL quarterbacks, do we agree? How does the Lions' roster fare from top to bottom? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 16, 2024
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Do you prefer Van Halen with David Lee Roth or Sammy Hagar? Analyzing the over/under 10.5 wins line for the Lions Who can step up on the Lions' defensive line to help out Aidan Hutchinson? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 15, 2024
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Aaron Judge makes history as fastest to 300 home runs How strong are the Lions' chances to repeat their success from 2023? Dan Campbell is a master at managing expectations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Chris Balas Interview
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Chris Balas joins Shep to talk all things Michigan Football, including Sherrone Moore's handling of the NCAA investigation, a preview of the Wolverines' schedule, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Jeremy Reisman Interview
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Jeremy Reisman joins Shep to talk all things Lions, including injury concerns, the battle for wide receiver reps, the backup quarterback situation, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 12, 2024
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Will Cade Cunningham play for Team USA in the 2028 Olympics? Can the Tigers hold your attention for the final stretch of the season? How can mid-major college athletics survive? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 9, 2024
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The Lions' backup quarterback situation is still a big question mark Regardless of your opinion on LeBron James, you should still be rooting for Team USA to win gold How big of an impact will Terrion Arnold have as a rookie? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Biggest Lions Storylines in Preseason
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What are you watching for in the preseason and camp with the Lions? Which youthful Lions are on the under-25 team? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - David Bearman Interview
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David Bearman, Chief Content Officer for Pro Football Network, joins Shep to give his pick for over/under 10.5 Lions wins in 2024, how they stack up with the San Francisco 49ers, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 7, 2024
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What more can Jared Goff do to prove himself as a top 10 quarterback? Where should the Lions fit in NFL preseason power rankings? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Best of August 6, 2024
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The Lions and Giants got into several fights during joint practices, so what does that mean about how other teams view the Lions? Michigan Football is ranked preseason No. 8, is that a fair standing? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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John Borton joins Shep to talk all things Michigan Football, including how Sherrone Moore is handling becoming a head coach, what the quarterback situation looks like, and whether or not the Wolverines will make the College Football Playoff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Graham Couch Interview
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Graham Couch joins Shep to look ahead to Michigan State football season, and why Spartans fans should be hopeful for an overachieving campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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X's and BrO's - Herman Moore Interview
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Detroit Lions legend Herman Moore joins Shep to talk all things Lions, including Jameson Williams' progression, the innerworkings of a suddenly well-run organization, the revamped secondary, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Af Michigan Sports Network
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