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We're back with some quick insights on the evolving under-center NFL passing game from the latest Newsletter. Then some updates from the Browns time spent with the media at their Foundation Golf Tournament at Westwood Country Club that included plenty from Kevin Stefanski on the offense splitting quarterback reps, and Joel Bitonio on his relationship with new offensive line coach Mike Bloomgren. Then the close is on Jedrick Wills Jr. stepping away from football in 2025 and what all could have been for the failed former first round pick.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Happy Friday, everyone. Jake is back to wrap up all of his thoughts from the open media session of the Browns first round of OTA sessions. These thoughts build off of yesterday's Newsletter and there's some discussion about Myles Garrett and David Njoku missing the sessions and what it all means.But the best part of the show today is the interview that you can unlock with Oregon OC Will Stein who joins to discuss so many unique aspects of his time spent recruiting and coaching Dillon Gabriel in 2025. He discusses the best parts of the quarterback's leadership and personality, what stood out to him about how Gabriel performed on the field in a strong year for the program, and why he thinks Gabriel has a great chance to work well for the Browns. If you'd like to hear the final interview, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Welcome in to a fresh week of podcasts where the Browns will be busy. Jake starts the day with notes on the Browns inking their fifth overall selection Mason Graham. We walk through that deal and who remains unsigned ahead of OTAs. Then a quick update on the offseason phases and what OTA and Minicamp sessions will provide in the coming weeks.Lastly, these are the five veterans (ignoring QBs for now) who need to make a strong impact this offseason to jumpstart their odds on another contract and a long-term relationship with the Browns. If these vet s have a strong season, the Browns have a chance to win plenty of games in 2025.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Happy Friday! Jake is back to cover all the latest Browns buzz for you late in a quiet week and share some insights on what Kevin Stefanski said as he visited both local radio stations and talked all things draft, quarterbacks, and more.Then Jake is first joined by Ben Bolch of the LA Times to go through the peculiar journey of Carson Schwesinger from unknown walk-on to one of the country's best linebackers in 2025. Ben covers how he landed with the Bruins, his pathway to earning a scholarship through special teams, how he took off last year, and what he brings to Cleveland as a player and person.The final interview of the day that you can unlock is with Terry Lambert of RockyTopTalk joins to discuss Dylan Sampson and his journey with the Vols. We get some notes on his late recruitment and how the Vols stole him out of Louisiana, how he developed  behind some talented backs, his big jump in 2024, and how his personality and honor roll background help the Browns in the backfield and more. If you'd like to hear the final interview, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Jake is back for a Thursday pod that wraps up yesterday's Newsletter insights around the NFL's finalized rule changes with thoughts on the Browns choice to turn down the push rule and how they navigate short yardage compared to the Eagles popular style.Then for Part II you can unlock, Jake is joined by Bill Landis of the Kings of the North Podcast to go through the journey of Quinshon Judkins to and as a part of the Ohio State program. From his dominant early days at Ole Miss, what took him North to the Buckeye state, how he fit in with a talented program, to what he brings to the Browns as a person and player. Bill provides great details on Judkins the person and player from his brief but impactful stint in Columbus.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

In today's opener, Jake spends some time with you discussing the noise around the offseason quarterback practice rep rotation and what it means in the midst of an open competition. Insights on what that actually looks like in a practice setting, how reps are split, and when it is worth reading into...if at all. Then some details on why he thinks those believing one of the rookie quarterbacks will end up starting inside the first month might want to recalibrate that thinking.Then for Part II you can unlock, Jake is joined by NFL veteran and current Michigan media personality Jon Jansen to go through the journey of Mason Graham at Michigan from his quiet recruitment to his meteoric rise. Great details on his personality, where his skill set will fit in Cleveland, and if he's ready for the challenge and expectations ahead. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

In the companion podcast to recent Newsletters, Jake goes into deeper detail on the best and worst traits the Browns' rookie class brings into the fold for this year and beyond. He aims to highlight how the class can contribute this season and then what they have to improve in their game to last beyond this rookie contract.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

The NFL's schedule release showcase has come and gone and now we know the Browns times and dates for the 2025 season. It's a challenging schedule looming with some tricky early season road trips to navigate but if they can find a way to survive the early portion of the schedule they can have a shot to make a run. Jake is here to share thoughts on the strength of schedule data, which road trips are enticing, and much more.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is back with insights on the veteran safety duo the Browns signed yesterday to pair with thoughts from the Tuesday Newsletter. Then a shift to projecting output from the rookie running back tandem where it's tricky to find a clear example for how Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson will perform as rookies considering the rare situation, but two recent NFC South running back rooms paint what could be a clear picture for success.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Happy Tuesday and welcome to a new BFB Podcast where I take you through all the news inside a busy day in Berea. First some roster move updates including the veterans in the safety room, the big reaction to the JOK news and injury for 2025, then thoughts on why rookie minicamp drivel is going to be loud and unworthy of your time.After the break in Part II, I take you through all the mailbag questions submitted from subscribers on topics ranging from the offensive line concern, which rookie quarterback has the best chance, how Carson Schwesinger could alter defensive scheme choices, and more. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Scott and Peter roll through the BFB Studio this morning to discuss Scott's front office experience with how the Browns handle veterans on the free agency market this late into the process, the method for approaching UDFA signings to ensure you get the talent worth pursing, and lastly thoughts on players and positions at Rookie Minicamp that are worth monitoring.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake returns solo on today's pod for quick hitter with thoughts on a variety of receiver topics including the contract details for Diontae Johnson and what it does to his worth for the Browns in 2025, the Steelers trading George Pickens to the Cowboys, and the Jaguars eating major money to release Gabe Davis -- and if the Browns should pursue. Then he closes continuing the rookie projections for 2025 with Carson Schwesinger up next. Discussion on historical elite and mediocre rookie linebacker performances, how he fits schematically in the Browns defense, and what projection makes sense for his rookie year.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Happy Tuesday and welcome to a new BFB where Daft on Draft's Cory Kinnan comes by to discuss the decisions made around premium positions, theories around the two quarterbacks selected, and more. After the break in Part II, the duo discusses the 2026 names to know for the top of the draft and then the quarterbacks that are likely to matter most as the Browns roll into 2026 with two 1st Round picks. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Jake is back solo on today's pod after the long weekend as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo with you! He discusses the restructure of Jerome Ford's 2025 contract with the PPE issue, officially signing Diontae Johnson, and Devin Bush's arrest over the weekend and what it could mean to his roster spot this season.Jake closes with the start of our rookie projections for 2025 and that means Mason Graham is first. Discussion on historical elite rookie DT performances, how he fits schematically in the Browns defense, and what projection makes sense for his rookie year.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is joined by Brad Ward from The OBR, where they break down the Browns picks in-between the headliners with thoughts on positional value, roster needs, and whether the double up was necessary and worthwhile based on the board's remaining targets at the time.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

After Draft Weekend we get more insights on how the Browns did in their selection process. Scott joins Peter here to break down the decisions the Browns made from top to bottom with insights on the trade decision process all the way to the individual grades for each selection.After the break in Part II, you get Scott's specific thoughts on the picks with a grade angle for each of their choices. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

We're joined by friend of the show Jared Mueller to discuss several NFL Draft topics and more. We start with banter on the decision to sign Diontae Johnson to bolster the wide receiver room and put a tender on Elijah Moore ahead of his visit to Buffalo. Then they shift to the NFL Draft with thoughts on some of the eye-catching drafts around the league, and how the AFC North performed.After the break in Part II, they shift to a rapid-fire on Jared's thoughts on the Browns outcomes with discussions on each selection and it is being framed. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Welcome back as Jake wraps up our thoughts on the Browns 2025 Draft Class. If you missed Part I, Jake covered the trade, and then selections of Mason Graham, Carson Schwesinger, and Shedeur Sanders. Those who I thought surprised us the most.In today's show he wraps up the class with discussion on why Quinshon Judkins at 36, Harold Fannin Jr.'s fit, Dillon Gabriel's surprise selection, and how Dylan Sampson fits the scheme too well to pass up.Plenty of thoughts on the choices, player values, and what the film shows us. Keep an eye out for more prospect Film Rooms coming this week.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake returns to the pod and was able to limp through some 25+ minutes here with reactions to the three most surprising selections of the weekend (subjectively speaking, of course). He starts with the Mason Graham selection after the trade, then the selection of Carson Schwesinger, and then thoughts on the stunner moving up in the 5th Round to select Shedeur Sanders.Plenty of thoughts on the choices, player values, and what the film shows us. We will get to thoughts on the rest of the draft in tomorrow's episode.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Draft Day is here, folks! We actually made it. In order to properly prepare you for the day Jake, Cody, and Scott have conducted a full first round mock draft where they select for all 32 teams and give some insights into why we think each organization will go that route.After the break in Part II, they dig into the Dueling Mock Draft format where all three of us do our own Browns seven-round mock from different simulators. Plenty of routes to pick from and names the Browns could pick over the weekend If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Each draft season the Browns' Scouting Department comes together to pass out their “Orange Stamp Players" who they believe in from the tape, to the off-field, and more. Jake and Scott come through with their player's who fit the mold. They give you one name for each night of the NFL Draft with hopes the Browns find their way to selecting a few of them.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Today's show starts Jake being joined by Scott for his detailed breakdown of what he saw from the tight ends who visited the Berea—Mason Taylor, Elijah Arroyo, and Harold Fannin Jr. Then Jake shifts over to his Top-10 at the position collectively with a few sleepers in there for the late rounds as well.Then Ken McKusick of FilmStudyRavens joins for a discussion on what has transpired with the Ravens offseason so far including movement at wide receiver and potentially tight end. Then we discuss the 27th pick and what moves make the most sense for their current roster including pass rush, safety, and more. Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

In a busy podcast today Jake is joined first by LockedonBengals' Jake Liscow to preview the Bengals pick at 18 and discuss what has been a very busy off-season for the I-71 Rivals. Banter on which side the line they need to help most, and whether a trade down makes sense.Then Derrick Bell of SteelersNOW joins us for a discussion on what is going on with the Steelers' quarterback situation and if they will take on with their pick at 21. We also dig into the DK Metcalf trade and what other positions they will focus on next weekend.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is joined by Brad Ward today to go through the debate around what Travis Hunter will at the NFL level. We know what he mentioned to the media earlier this week so if he is playing both sides, what does that look like from a role, snap count percentage, schematic designs, and more. Then they close with the popular notion of trading up for a quarterback into the late first round, and if Brad thinks that makes sense and for which one he would do it.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Today's show starts with some insights on Dane Brugler's latest seven-round mock draft with notes on his Browns selections — especially the surprises in the later rounds. Then we shift over to my five pitfalls the Browns must avoid in order to come away with the best draft haul they can in a vital draft for the franchise.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is joined by AtoZ and 33rd Team's Ian Valentino for a deep dive on this draft class and all the Browns' fits inside their draft slots. They cover the changing college football landscape, the depth of this class, and then what the team should do at picks 2 and 33. Then in Part II they give you all the details for player fits in Cleveland on Days 2 and 3 with notes on QB, RB, TE, and who Ian prefers in the later portions of the draft. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Welcome back to a new week of podcasts as we start with the latest from a slow Browns weekend, and NFL really, as we're approaching the draft just 10 days away. We will be covering position group rankings each day until the event so we dig into the receivers today with our Top-10 at the position. This is a group that has a diverse set of players and a bunch of future NFL starters even if there might not be many elite results down the line — sounds similar to this draft as a whole.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Welcome to your Friday podcast as we have a loaded slate of topics including the return of Joe Flacco. The Browns decided to bring the veteran back into the fold at 1-year, $4 Million plus incentives and Jake breaks down Flacco's play in Indianapolis last season and why they made the choice to bring him back this year. Also, the Browns brought in a veteran safety for a visit so we discuss who that is and why he might fit, and close with some more notes on the trend of Travis Hunter at 2nd overall.After the break in Part II, Jake closes with his most recent interview of Sports4CLE on Cleveland.com covering the usual wide variety of Browns topics. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Jake is back with all the details behind the selections made in the thorough Mock Draft Deep Dive 2.0 with now just two weeks until the 2025 NFL Draft. You get more analysis and reasoning behind the first three selections with notes on other names who were considered at each slot.After the break in Part II, Jake takes you through the remaining selections in the late 3rd round and into the draft's final day. Some trades and intriguing names here. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Welcome in to your Tuesday podcast as Jake starts the show with some updates out of Boulder on the Showcase Friday and the impending second overall pick trending in the right direction. We have to also hit on the flawed logic of breaking down routes as well.After the break in Part II, Scott joins to go through the QB/RB positions and identify our ideal picks for each position in the early, mid, and late rounds of the upcoming draft. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

This is a fun one. Jake is joined by DBN's Jared Mueller to go through a thought exercise on if the Browns should make a draft trade. They explore trading up to the first pick, and then what sort of moves make sense for going down from the second overall pick. That includes moving down in two scenarios where they run through mock drafts to those selections, and acquired picks from the trade, to show you what players are likely to be there in those deals.Then in Part II they explore the trades that involve moving up from 2.1 and back into the latter portions of the first round. Two deals that make sense. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Jake is joined by Jeff Lloyd of the OBR where they break down Jeff's love for Abdul Carter, running back prospects he envisions fitting with the Browns, a safety prospect he coverts, and some middle round offensive tackles.Then another close with the second part of Jake's RB rankings for the 2025 NFL Draft. Some film and scouting notes provided on prospects 5-1 in the position rankings countdown. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Welcome to your Wednesday episode of BFB where Jake shares his time with Cleveland.com's Sports4CLE YouTube show where they cover a slew of topics on the current roster, draft quarterbacks, Travis Hunter, and much more.Then we close with the first part of Jake's RB rankings for the 2025 NFL Draft. Some film and scouting notes provided on prospects 10-6 in his position group rankings. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Jake is back for an episode where Peter joins him as they discuss the quotes from Jimmy and Dee Haslam at the Owner's Meetings. They were sure significant. The two hit on the failure of Deshaun Watson and the trade's responsibility, the immediate future of the quarterback position, their intentions in the distant future at the position, Myles Garrett banter, and much more.Plenty to digest here as we ask the hard questions about the ownership group around some necessary quotes they shared today.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is back on a Monday to go through the latest buzz from Owner's Meetings down at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida. Rules proposals, Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski's time with the media, and more. You also get some thoughts on how Travis Hunter is being over-analyzed and just makes the most sense for the 2nd overall pick in a non-QB path. Click the link to join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

Jake is back to cover a busy day yesterday with Dak Prescott nonsense that was dispelled quickly, thoughts on more Abdul Carter connections, and finishing up our Subscriber Mailbag questions. Then after the opening portion Scott joins Jake to go through their scouting reports on Tyler Shough, Kyle McCord, and Will Howard before they provide their Top-10 Rankings at Quarterback for the 2025 NFL Draft. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

This is the first Part I of a packed Offseason Mailbag from the BFB Community. We hit on Travis Hunter and his position for the 2nd pick, Shedeur Sanders and if this regime can afford to pass on him given their job status, which position has the weakest setup headed into April, moves that would evoke confidence for 2025, and whether or not this offensive line requires a premium pick this year.Keep and eye out for Part II with more great questions tomorrow. Reminder to please join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Welcome in for a Monday edition of the show where we take more of the Free Agency and Draft intel we have an apply it to a quick mock draft but with decision made in real-time. This is a precursor to our in-depth Mock Draft 2.0 coming later this week but we entertain some big names at the top of the draft catching buzz and how the Browns can collect another asset (or two).Reminder to please join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

The Browns decided to get their busiest while Jake left town but time was finally found to discuss all of their recent movement. You get analysis on the Teven Jenkins signing — including his place in the pecking order and why the contract details (still missing) matter so much. Thoughts on the Jerome Baker signing and why depth at linebacker was badly needed, and lastly, the organization taking another shot on the returner role with DeAndre Carter.Some additional analysis on the latest quarterback movement and who is now the odds on favorite to land in Cleveland as the primary veteran for 2025 — unless they show us the hint about a meaningful rookie. Reminder to please join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

As free agency remains frozen Jake and Andrew spend time today analyzing what the Browns still have to do in order to have the roster in better shape before the NFL Draft in just over a month. These positions lack NFL quality depth and require upgrades.If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today. In the second part they discuss the latest mock drafts from Mel Kiper Jr. and Daniel Jeremiah and why the Browns are being locked into selecting Abdul Carter — and if that selection makes the sense it needs to make for returning to a competitive level in the next few years.

The NFL's Free Agency and trade market is at am impasse and Jake is here to explain why that is and what decisions linger most heavily on what the Browns will do with the quarterback position. Updates on Kirk Cousins, Russell Wilson, and more. Some time is also spent on the Bengals' historic paycheck weekend.Then we close with the best names still on the market position-by-position with who can helps the Browns most, and then provide all new details released on Myles Garrett's historic new contract. If you'd like to hear Part II, click the link to join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.

As the Browns mend their relationship with Myles Garrett, an article in The Athletic by Jason Lloyd around the nature of Garrett's behavior in a leadership role has brought up tough questions ahead of Garrett's time with the media on Friday. We discuss the notes in the article and whether the Browns can win consistently with this type of behavior from the top of the locker room.Then we close with our thoughts on Jalen Milroe from our scouting reports. Details on what makes the uber-athletic quarterback thrive and where his concerns sit headed into the NFL. This is a precursor to the Film Room being posted parallel this morning. If you'd like to watch it, click the link to join and Support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com and unlock it today.