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The Valenti Show with Rico is Detroit’s must-listen daily sports show — where strong opinions meet smart analysis. Hosted by Mike Valenti and Rico Beard, The Valenti Show brings unfiltered takes on the biggest national stories and dives deep into all-things-Detroit sports: the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, Red Wings, Michigan and Michigan State. Whether it's NFL drama, playoff stakes or college football storylines, Valenti and Rico tell it like it is — no fluff, no fan service, just real talk. Catch The Valenti Show with Rico live Monday through Friday 2pm - 6pm EST on 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT). Full episodes, individual hours and show highlights drop daily wherever you get your podcasts.

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Best Of The Valenti Show w/ Rico On 97.1 The Ticket: Can We Say That? + Why The NFL Is Unwatchable + More!

2026/10/18

On this week's Best Of Valenti, the guys begin with their usual "Can We Say That?" Monday staple. Then, Mike vents his frustrations about the over-officiating and other gripes he has with the NFL that he thinks make it unwatchable, the guys react to the DeBrincat signing, and much more!

Best Of The Red Wings on 97.1 The Ticket: What Does Alex DeBrincat’s Extension Mean? And When Will Larkin Saga End?

2026/10/17

Alex DeBrincat signs up for seven more years in Detroit. What does it say about both parties? And is a darkhorse suitor emerging for Dylan Larkin?

Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Week 6 in the NFL

2026/10/17

From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Kickoff with Boomer and Valenti: A TNF dud, Bills, Rams and Niners concerns, picks of the week, BOLD predictions and more

Full Show: Green Bay's sigh of relief, Cowboys defensive woes, Josh Allen praise & more!

2026/10/17

From 'Stinkin' Truth Podcast' (Subscribe Here): Mark Schlereth and Mike Evans talk about how the Packers can breathe a sigh of relief after their big win against the Bears last week - but what's next? Then they have a conversation about about Dallas' defense and what needs to be fixed. Finally, they have a conversation about just how special of season Josh Allen is having. They end the podcast with #QuestionMark.

FULL SHOW: Friday, October 16th

2026/10/16

Valenti and Rico got the last show of the week started with another conversation about the CFP's expansion to 24 teams, this time about whether schools like Michigan and Ohio State will end up leaving the Big Ten. They spent the majority of today on this, pausing briefly for their usual Prop Bet Casino and The Picks, and also mixed in some Lions in the final hour.

HOUR 1: Could The Big Ten And Other Conferences Implode Now? + Prop Bet Casino

2026/10/16

Mike and Rico discussed whether Michigan & Ohio State, among other schools, could leave the Big Ten now that the regular season is essentially meaningless. They heard from a bunch of the people on this topic before doing this week's edition of the "Prop Bet Casino".

HOUR 2: Will You Be Operating Out Of Spite Or Apathy With MSU & Michigan's Games Tomorrow?

2026/10/16

Going off of their first hour topics, the guys asked a question to Michigan and MSU football fans in the second hour.

HOUR 3: The Picks + More Thoughts On The State Of College Football

2026/10/16

Mike, Rico, David, and Paul (sans TJ Lang) did "The Picks" to open up the third hour. Then, they dove right back into their ongoing conversation about the lack of care in CFB rivalries, especially with Michigan and MSU.

HOUR 4: Lions To Make A Trade? + Reacting To Josh Jacobs' Probable Return Next Week In Detroit

2026/10/16

The guys talked Lions in the final hour, starting with their reactions to a Detroit Free Press report by Dave Birkett about the possibility of Brad Holmes making a pre-deadline trade. Then, they discussed Josh Jacobs being officially removed from the commissioner's exempt list before Marc Ryan joined them in cross-talk.

Are You Worried About Josh Jacobs' Probable Return Next Week Vs The Lions?

2026/10/16

Mike and Rico react to the news that Josh Jacobs has been removed from the commissioner's exempt list and will be eligible to play next week against the Lions.

Are The Lions Planning On Making A Trade Before The Deadline?

2026/10/16

Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press had some interesting comments regarding the Lions, and the guys react to them.

The Picks | 10-16-26

2026/10/16

The guys (sans TJ Lang on a Lions bye week) give their picks for this weekend in football.

The People Respond Mike's Question About Michigan & MSU

2026/10/16

How do MSU and/or Michigan fans feel about their teams' matchups tomorrow?

Are You Watching Out Of Spite Or Apathy With Both Michigan & MSU Tomorrow?

2026/10/16

Mike asks a question about both Michigan and MSU's games tomorrow.

Rico's Prop Bet Casino | 10-16-26

2026/10/16

The guys do this week's edition of the Prop Bet Casino.

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★★★★★

TheDonfromSpunkyBean 2026/08/19

It’s what I think

For years, when something happens in sports - or Detroit Sports specifically- and someone asks, “what do you think about that?” I say, wait until 2 o...

★★★★★

hage77 2026/08/16

Always having an opinion

Listen to this show daily and recap on the weekends. They always have an honest opinion and don’t just give vague answers. A lot of sports talk shows ...

★☆☆☆☆

Pear of Pants 2026/01/02

Garbage

★★★★★

MA#123 2025/10/28

Love the show..but

I try to like Rico. Really try. But he’s just not a very good broadcaster. Mike is the goat.

★★★☆☆

Detmi25 2025/09/23

Solid show, podcast version not good.

Show is solid, but listening to the podcast version is awful. Any drops or audio from say a press conference just won’t be there, really annoying and ...

★★★★★

RichCgolfaholic 2025/09/17

The best in the business

Been listening for years, hand down the best you will find. Local detroit sports is covered with a great mix at the national level. They always call i...

★★★★★

Ape32400 2025/09/05

5 star show, but no drops does it no justice

Will always appreciate what Mike brings to the table as a radio host and just as a reasonable human. Hope he carries on here in Detroit for years to c...

★★★★★

Mariqood 2025/09/04

These guys are beauties

Valenti, Rico, and David are absolute beauties. It’s a pleasure that I can listen to these fellas anywhere/anytime. My only problem is Valenti is an S...

★★★★★

PettyPetitti 2025/08/27

Butthurt Michigan Fans

You know you’re a successful radio host when rival fans of the host’s alma mater continue to come back and listen to the show because they know deep d...

★★★★★

JimboBimbo31 2025/07/25

Valenti, Rico & Crew are A1

I’m a Jersey guy, but I love listening to this show. I’ve been an avid listener for almost a decade now & I enjoy the commentary & quirky segments. Ex...

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