Selected seventh overall out of Oregon in the 2021 NFL Draft, Penei Sewell entered the professional ranks burdened by immense expectations as one of the most physically gifted offensive line prospects of a generation. He quickly erased any doubt about his adjustment to the pro game, stepping onto the field as an instantaneous force of nature who redefined the ceiling of modern offensive tackle play.

Possessing rare agility for a 335-pound anchor, brutal core power, and a relentless mean streak in the running game, Sewell made a seamless transition across both edges of Motown's front five. He started at left tackle as a 20-year-old rookie before kicking over to right tackle, establishing himself as the emotional and physical heartbeat of Detroit's powerhouse offense. His combination of zone-blocking reach and downfield athleticism turned him into a highlight reel out in space, while his lockdown pass protection made him a cornerstone of the Lions' resurgence under Dan Campbell.

By his fifth NFL season, Sewell had compiled a resume that placed him at the absolute summit of his position. He captured three consecutive First-Team AP All-Pro selections (2023–2025) and four straight Pro Bowl nods (2022–2025), matching legendary franchise figures like Lou Creekmur for individual accolades while anchoring one of the most feared offensive lines in gridiron history.

Heading into the 2026 campaign at just 25 years old, Sewell remains firmly entrenched as the premier tackle in professional football. Rewarded with a massive contract extension to keep him in Detroit, he is the man who holds the key to the offensive line anchor.

Welcome back to Season 7, Episode 9 of The Buck Stops Here! Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan are back to break down the newly announced 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame class. We celebrate first-ballot legends like Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price, and Keith Tkachuk, but we also take the HHOF selection committee to task. Kirk breaks down the lack of transparency surrounding Brian Burke’s induction and Evan compares it to a "Cheney Committee."

Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian are back on The Elevator Show to break down the massive Hall of Fame implications following the NBA and NHL Finals!

The NHL season isn't truly over until the Hockey Hall of Fame class is announced, and this year’s ballot brought some serious heat! Kirk, Chris, and Ron break down the newest inductees, starting with the undisputed first-ballot lock, Patrice Bergeron. But things get spicy fast as the guys dissect the optics of Brian Burke’s Builder induction—specifically the controversy of him serving on the selection committee right before getting voted in. Ron also drops a "U Can't Play" rant regarding Burke's history with concussion culture in the NHL. Plus, the guys react to the surprise women's and goaltending picks (Cindy Curley, Carey Price, and Pekka Rinne), Keith Tkachuk finally getting the call, and an exciting update on the United States Athletic Hall of Fame.