Browns Talk

The News-Herald's Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski preview the NFL Combine and if the Browns are committed to taking a QB at No. 2 overall, the boatload of back-to-backs facing the Cavaliers and if Carlos Santana can succeed as a leadoff hitter for the Indians.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski discuss the fallout from Coach David Blatt’s firing and assistant Tyronn Lue taking over for the Cavaliers. Will the move work? They discuss, plus more on the Browns and Indians.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Staff Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski discus the Browns' hiring of Hue Jackson. How did Jimmy Haslam finally nab his No. 1 choice for coach? Will Jackson keep or get rid of Johnny Manziel? What are the biggest needs on the Browns' roster? Schudel discusses that and more, plus the importance of the Cavaliers' big upcoming games vs. the Spurs and Warriors.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

It's a new era for the Browns as owner Jimmy Haslam has turned to Sashi Brown and former Major League Baseball executive Paul DePodesta to run football operations using analytics. Staff Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski breaks down the firings of Coach Mike Pettine and General Manager Ray Farmer and the move to a completely different direction. The two also talk about Johnny Manziel's future with the Browns, comparing LeBron James and Michael Jordan at age 31, and the Indians' signing of Mike Napoli.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

News-Herald pro sports writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski discuss if Browns coach Mike Pettine and General Manager Ray Farmer can save their job with the team's regular-season finale looming, the state of the 19-9 Cavaliers, and more.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Staff Writer Jeff Schudel weighs in on the Browns' collapse on the final play against the Ravens on Monday Night Football, Coach Mike Pettine's future, plus the Cavaliers' first home loss of the season and more.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Staff Writer Jeff Schudel talks about Johnny Manziel and what he needs to do the rest of the season to make believers of the Browns, LeBron James bringing it every night for the Cavaliers, Francisco Lindor as the face of the Indians next season and more.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Staff Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski discuss the opening of the Cavaliers' season, Mo Williams and LeBron James, the 2-5 Browns as they face a critical point in their season, and more.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Sports Editor Mark Podolski and Staff Writer Jeff Schudel discuss the state of the 1-3 Browns, look ahead to the Indians next season, and how things might shake out early for the Cavaliers this season.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Sports Editor Mark Podolski and Staff Writer Jeff Schudel discuss Browns coach Mike Pettine's decision to start Josh McCown over Johnny Manziel, the Indians fading wild-card hopes and the biggest question facing the Cavaliers in 2015-2016.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Sports Editor and Staff Writer Jeff Schudel discuss the Browns trying to end their 10-game losing streak in season openers, and the Indians fighting for their wild-card life as they enter an 11-game homestand.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski recap the Browns' 2015 draft, and, of course, talk about the team's current quarterback situation.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Browns beat writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski preview the Browns' upcoming NFL draft options at Nos. 12 and 19 in the first round, and No. 43 in the second round, plus more.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski discuss Bengals coach Marvin Lewis' bizarre criticism of Johnny Manziel, recap the Browns' loss to the Colts, potentially Brian Hoyer's last stand, and look ahead to Sunday's game vs. the Bengals.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Browns Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski break down Brian Hoyer holding off Johnny Manziel and keeping his starting quarterback job with Sunday's game vs. the Colts on deck.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski recap the last-second Falcons win, the return of Josh Gordon and the Browns' game at Buffalo this week.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski react to the Browns releasing running back Ben Tate and the return of wide receiver Josh Gordon.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Are the Browns equipped to handle success now they're alone in first place in the AFC North? Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor discuss that and more in this week's podcast.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski discuss a win vs. an ugly win - as in the Tampa Bay victory - and look ahead to the huge Thursday night game in Cincinnati on Nov. 6.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski recap the Browns' win over the Raiders (a win is a win, right?), look ahead to the Tampa Bay game and even sneak a peak at the Bengals contest on Nov. 6.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski break down what went wrong against the Jaguars on Oct. 19, talk about the struggles of QB Brian Hoyer and preview the upcoming Raiders game.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski break down the Browns' convincing win over the Steelers, the ongoing Brian Hoyer contract situation and preview the Oct. 19 game at Jacksonville.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski break down the late mistakes that doomed the Browns in their 23-21 loss to the Ravens on Sept. 20, look ahead to the bye week and the game at Tennessee following it.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE

Beat Writer Jeff Schudel and Sports Editor Mark Podolski discuss the Browns' first win in a home opener since 2004, does QB Brian Hoyer have the clutch gene, look ahead to the Ravens game in Week 3 and more.DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE