John Maakaron

John Maakaron

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

John Maakaron has covered Detroit Sports since 2013. Brings a vast array of experience covering the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Mercy Titans, and Oakland University Golden Grizzlies. John brings a wealth of sports broadcast experience. In 2013, John had the vision to establish the Detroit Sports Podcast Network. Has recorded over 3000 podcasts analyzing Detroit Sports. In 2019, Sports Illustrated Media Group, a historical sports media outlet, partnered with Detroit Sports Podcast to provide daily Lions content for their growing and expanding digital media outlet. Our Lions content can also be read in the newspaper at The Oakland Passionate about Detroit Sports and it is reflected in his coverage of the local teams!

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) high-fives fans.

Podcasts

Lions Are Back to Eating Filet

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14).

Locker Room Buzz: Lions React to Bears Win, Cheer Eagles Loss

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16).

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Everything Jared Goff Said After Lions Beat Bears

Chicago Bears interim head coach Thomas Brown and Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell.

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Everything Dan Campbell Said After Lions Beat Bears

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) secures a reception against Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon (6)

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Detroit Lions' Epic Trick Play Against Bears Called 'Stumble Bum'

Detroit Lions epic trick play against Chicago Bears called 'stumble bum'

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (9) celebrates after a reception against the Chicago Bears

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Dan Campbell: Like Anybody, Jameson Williams Needed 'Ass-Chewing'

Detroit Lions Dan Campbell discusses sideline exchange with Jameson Williams.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (9) scores a highlight touchdown against Chicago Bears

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Lions' Offensive Stars Shine in 34-17 Victory Against Bears

Takeaways from Detroit Lions 34-17 victory against Chicago Bears

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) is introduced before a game against the Buffalo Bills

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Report: Lions RB David Montgomery Aiming for Early Playoff Return

Detroit Lions David Montgomery could return for divisional round of 2024 NFL playoffs.

Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu (6).

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Lions Ifeatu Melifonwu Active Against Bears

Detroit Lions Ifeatu Melifonwu is active for Week 16 game against Chicago Bears.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14).

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Best Bet: St. Brown Helps Lions Bounce Back

Detroit Lions Amon-Ra St. Brown over 72.5 receiving yards is Week 16 NFL best bet.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) makes a catch against Chicago Bears cornerback Terell Smith (32)

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97 Percent of NFL Experts Predict Lions to Beat Bears

Majority of NFL experts predict Detroit Lions will defeat Chicago Bears at Ford Field.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (9).

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Predictions: Lions-Bears

Detroit Lions Week 16 score predictions against Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.

Detroit Lions safety Brandon Joseph (12).

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Brandon Joseph Was Placed in Police Custody Saturday, Released

Former Detroit Lions safety Brandon Joseph was in police custody Saturday.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Tim Patrick (17) catches a pass and runs for extra yards against Chicago Bears

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5Q: Lions Should Be Able to Attack Weakened Bears Defense

Detroit Lions Week 16 NFL preview with Chicago Bears beat writer.

Detroit Lions offensive lineman Graham Glasgow (60).

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Montgomery Out, Three Lions Questionable Against Bears

Detroit Lions Graham Glasgow, Brian Branch questionable against Bears.

Detroit Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith (99).

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NFC North Roundtable: Lions' Impact Player, Key to Beat Bears

Detroit Lions key to win, impact player against Chicago Bears.