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Jake is back on this Friday to look at some lingering questions around the Browns in the quiet period until Training Camp. We will have a few of these episodes along the way. Before we get to that we break down Daniel Jeremiah's quote on the Rich Eisan show about the Browns quarterback battle. Then we dig into the questions:What is the recovery update and timetable for Mike Hall Jr.?Should Greg Newsome get outside cornerback snaps this year for a future fit?Do the Browns need to add more depth at WR and how should they do it?To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, take advantage of 30% off an annual subscription during the month of June by clicking the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is joined by Peter Moses to discuss the local speeding ticket news of Shedeur Sanders, the annoying nature of the AFC North discount, Zak Zinter patience, and more. Then the Offseason Improvement Spotlight kicks off as we discuss the important players on the Browns roster with what they do best, where improvements are needed, and how they take their game to the next level. Myles Garrett and Denzel Ward are up first.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, and the rest of this show, take advantage of 30% off an annual subscription by clicking the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is back solo on this Wednesday to break down and discuss with you where the BFB coverage is headed during the summer period and much more. Banter on the following:What really matters about the Jags trade in the coming yearsWhy Mason Graham's outcome can somehow be a bonusGraham's progress at camp going from "read" to "attack" schemeWhy interior pressure matters so much with dictating pass protectionWhy the slot receiver role in this offense is unpredictable yet needs attentionTo unlock the FULL daily podcast each day take advantage of 30% off an annual subscription by clicking the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake is joined today by Cleveland.com's Lance Reisland to go through all of his notes, thoughts, and analysis from his time spent in Berea watching Browns OTAs and Minicamp. You get banter on the following:Why the heightened reps for the quarterbacks besides Joe FlaccoThe mental side of quarterbacking and what they need to have a chance7-on-7 Changes and BenefitsHow the defense is tweaking some approaches to coverageWhich names have stood out in the settingTo unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, and the rest of this show, take advantage of 30% off an annual subscription by clicking the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

Jake opens today's show with a wrap up of observations and analysis on the final day of Browns minicamp. This marks the final day the team will be together on the field in front of the media before Training Camp in late July. Also some quick notes on the quarterbacks and why the two rookies are getting the pace they deserve.Then for Part II, he is joined by Brian Howell of BuffZone and Boulder Daily to go through the experience of covering Shedeur Sanders and the whirlwind that came through Colorado. Brian covers how things changed when the Sanders arrived, how Shedeur handled that spotlight both in front and off camera, the surprise of his draft day slide, and whether he thinks Shedeur will be able to take hold of this quarterback role in Cleveland long-term.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day and take advantage of 30% off an annual subscription, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

The Browns are in the midst of minicamp and Jake returns with all the details you need from observations of 11-on-11 periods, 7-on-7, and more. Also, some insight on why Joe Flacco's reps are reducing this week, and why the Browns have Dillon Gabriel getting reps ahead of Shedeur Sanders despite all the positive clips you are seeing from Berea.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day and take advantage of 30% off an annual subscription, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

As Nick Chubb's Browns tenure closes it brings about some reflection. Peter Moses joins Jake to discuss it from every angle and then have some banter on the Steelers and Aaron Rodgers pairing, and the difficulty of the AFC North at large.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

As it is now known Nick Chubb has decided to join the Texans, Jake spends some time discussing the situation from Chubb and the Browns' point-of-view and remember his best moments in Cleveland — of which there were plenty.The second part of the show today that you can unlock is inspired by Chubb's departure where Jake discusses the most memorable post-1999 Browns and if those names will get into the “Legends” or “Ring of Honor” roles with the franchise when they finish their career. 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.

The Thursday edition of the pod comes with guest Jared Mueller joining Jake to go through the DBN Browns Trivia feature their site is rolling out daily, then the complete District 46 plans that launched in Berea yesterday,  the important rewrite of the medial staff in several key places, and then finally how Jared feels about how the Browns handle the quarterback decision timeline.The second part of the show today that you can unlock is Jake going through the Browns second week of OTAs with the media availability. You get notes on who is lining up where in the structure, which players stood out, notes from coordinators time with media, and what schemes stood out from the brief viewing of the action on the field. 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.

Ahead of the second week of OTA's, and the open media session, we discuss the growing buzz around Shedeur Sanders and the Browns decision, perhaps two, that need to happen to formulate the final quarterback room. Then he also discusses the PFF Roster Rankings that have the Browns dead last in the league. What elements of their analysis are true and where there is room for some debate. To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

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.