President
Detroit Lions
Lions Reporter
Detroit Free Press
Senior Writer & NFL Draft Analyst
The Athletic
Sports Writer
97.1 The Ticket
Detroit Lions fever is sky-high. Anticipation for the 2026 season is fueled by the always-anticipated NFL Draft. What are the Lions’ needs, who should they draft, and what about free agency?
A panel of Lions beat writers will debate these items in an interactive, multimedia conversation including live audience polls.
To get us started, Lions Team President Rod Wood will review last season and look ahead to 2026.
11:00 a.m. Network Café
11:30 a.m. Speaker Reception
Open to DEC Board, Life and Gold Members with up to two accompanied guests
12:00 p.m. Lunch
12:30 p.m. Program
1:30 p.m. Adjourn
$55 – DEC Members
$65 – Guests of DEC Members
$90 – Non-Members
Terry Rhadigan
Chair
Detroit Sports Organizing Corp.
Brad Galli
Sports Director
WXYZ-TV Channel 7
