1st And Now

Matt and Nik are back after a week off to break down a busy couple days of signings in the den. Nik weighs in on some fun Super Bowl stories in Arizona and the fellas also talk to new receiver Justin McInnis on how he plans to contribute with the squad.

The fellas recap a busy few days of signings in the Lions Den plus look ahead to what should be a busy period with free agency opening in less than two weeks. Lions analyst Giulio Caravatta also stops by to discuss what the squad might need when the shopping period officially opens. He also recaps a few memories from his playing days, specifically one trip to Baltimore in 1995.

Matt and Nik break down a busy week of re-signings as the free agent period draws closer. The fellas also speak to Lions receiver Dominique Rhymes on what he has in store following a career-year in orange, plus take a look at this weekend's NFL conference championship games.

Matt and Nik are refreshed after a few weeks off and bring you an outstanding episode to kick off 2023. The boys talk to an extremely motivated Vernon Adams Jr. who is ready to do whatever it takes to lead this Lions team back to the promised land. They also go around the CFL and break down a big weekend ahead in the NFL playoffs.

Matt and Nik each pick three intriguing games on the 2023 schedule, break down Rick Campbell and Neil McEvoy contract extensions plus some key re-signings and speak with Manny Rugamba on his solid rookie season and everything he learned in adjusting to the CFL.

Bryan Burnham joins the program on the day he officially announced his retirement from the Lions after eight outstanding seasons. He reflects on his path to the pros, motivation that kept him going through a tough stretch in 2021 and how he now looks forward to more family time.

Matt and Nik are stuck inside on a snowy day and talking about favourite CFL road trip hot spots, plus a decent chat with receiver Alexander Hollins who looks to make bigger strides in 2023 and beyond.

Offensive lineman Kent Perkins joins the show to talk about the season that was, his love for soul food and cooking, plus his great memories playing with the Texas Longhorns. Matt and Nik also recap a great Grey Cup experience in Regina and some of the key moments in Toronto's upset victory over Winnipeg.

Matt and Nik are back at Lions Den at the 109th Grey Cup in Regina! The guys speak with Reid Johnson from the Markcast and Lions play by play man Bob Marjanovich while also giving their predictions for Sunday's game.

Matt and Nik are LIVE from Lions Den in Regina and the 109th Grey Cup. The boys speak with head coach Rick Campbell who discusses the offseason ahead and defensive assistant Tanya Walter on her first year in Pro Football.

Matt and Nik carry the load on this post-Western Final edition of 1st and Now. The guys recap a gutsy effort in Winnipeg and break down an emotional locker room after the loss. With the future bright, the fellas also look ahead and start previewing the 109th Grey Cup between the Bombers and Argonauts.

A huge episode this week as Matt and Nik break it all down ahead of the Western Final at Winnipeg on Sunday. TSN's Farhan Lalji stops by for some insight on some of the key matchups, plus the boys each give their Lion X-Factors on both sides of the ball.

Matt and Nik break down all of the key components of Sunday's Western Semi-Final matchup with Calgary and look back on a couple of massive wins over the Stamps which helped solidify second place. The boys also speak with Dustin Nielson who will call Sunday's game on TSN.

Matt and Nik break down a huge win in Edmonton which locks down a home playoff date, discuss the news of the week in Nathan Rourke returning and break down team award winners announced by CFL.

Fullback David Mackie joins the show to talk about recovering from his toe injury, his path to the CFL which started with a 2.5 daily commute to play high school football and his endless community work that includes feeding people on the Downtown Eastside. Matt and Nik also recap a huge win over the Blue Bombers and look ahead to Friday's test in Edmonton where the Lions can lock down a home playoff game.

Matt and Nik break down the race for second place in the West, recap a very eventful short trip to Toronto plus give some insight on who should come away with Lion and CFL Outstanding Player Awards this season.

TSN's Matthew Scianitti stops by to tee up Saturday's Lions-Argonauts tilt and some of the key matchups he likes. The fellas also go around the CFL and break down the races in both divisions as playoff races get more crucial with four weeks to go.

Matt and Nik recap a tough loss to the Stampeders and look ahead to Friday's tilt against Ottawa with REDBLACKS play-by-play man AJ Jakubec. The boys also go around the CFL and break down some special plans for the Orange Shirt Day Game this Friday.

Matt and Nik talk about a big win in Calgary, the guys get fired up over the latest CFL Power Rankings, plus Lions analyst Giulio Caravatta joins the show to talk about what has impressed him the most about Vernon Adams Jr. and a few other noteworthy players.

Matt and Nik are back to preview a big home and home series with the Stampeders, beginning this Saturday at McMahon Stadium. Stamps radio man Mark Stephen joins the program to talk about their recent QB change and what has made both the defence and special teams click so far this season.