The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dissect the Browns' roster decisions on The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, focusing on the suspicious injury to Dillon Gabriel and the benching of Shedeur Sanders. They explore a bizarre identity fraud story involving a Guardians prospect and evaluate the team's defensive depth concerns with guests Daryl Ruiter and Ari Wasserman. 02:00 - Browns Roster Decisions 07:40 - Gabriel Injury Conspiracy 14:15 - Win Total Predictions 19:25 - Caller Joe's Accuracy 25:20 - Floriea Roster Cut 31:40 - Severino Identity Fraud 43:40 - Watson Starting Leash 51:50 - QB Transition Dynamics 57:45 - QB Bench Precedent 01:04:15 - National Media Perspectives 01:09:30 - Lima Likes Jose 01:21:55 - NFL Preseason Lull 01:27:20 - Defense Depth Concerns 01:35:45 - Ruiter Roster Analysis 01:45:20 - Watson Tryout Runway 01:53:10 - Benching Strategy Theory 02:01:35 - Austrian Club Visit 02:16:45 - Buckeyes Schedule Outlook 02:31:10 - Sanders Colorado Future 02:37:10 - Rams Culture Change

Ken and Anthony Lima react to the release of local favorite Luke Floriea and the conspiracy surrounding Dylan Gabriel's injury designation. They also detail a bizarre fraud case involving a Cleveland Guardians international prospect who fabricated his identity to appear younger. 04:45 - Browns Quarterback Depth Chart 08:00 - Dylan Gabriel Injury Conspiracy 14:15 - Season Win Total Predictions 24:05 - Local Favorite Luke Floriea 33:20 - Guardians International Signing Scandal 39:45 - International Scouting Process Debate

Ken and Anthony analyze the possibility of the Cleveland Browns making an early-season change at quarterback if Deshaun Watson continues to struggle on the field. They also review the Cleveland Guardians' current wild card standing and discuss strange storylines from the opening weekend of college football. 01:50 - Deshaun Watson Benching Debate 06:35 - Todd Monken Decision Making 11:10 - Shedeur Sanders Discussion 17:50 - Browns Locker Room Dynamics 22:28 - NFL Analysts Weigh In 27:28 - Guardians Wild Card Race 34:05 - College Football Week Zero 38:10 - Odell Beckham Jr. Rumors

Ken and Lima analyze the Simulation Browns as they head into the season, debating whether Deshaun Watson can maintain his starting role. Daryl Ruiter joins to discuss the heartbreak of local receiver Luke Floriea being cut and the mysterious injury to backup quarterback Dylan Gabriel. They outline a four-week runway for Watson before potentially turning to Shedeur Sanders. 02:22 - Sim Browns Season Preview 06:07 - Todd Monken's Quarterback Philosophy 09:16 - Defensive Depth and Scheme 14:52 - Daryl Ruiter joins Lima 26:02 - Deshaun Watson's Final Tryout 30:04 - Roster Depth and Waivers 35:08 - Deshaun's Four Week Runway 38:35 - Dylan Gabriel Injury Theory

Ken Karmann and Anthony Lima explore a potential scenario for the Browns' quarterback rotation before welcoming Ari Wasserman to discuss Ohio State's playoff outlook. They also weigh in on the national perception of Deion Sanders and Miles Garrett's leadership impact in Los Angeles. 02:16 - German Club Stomping Grounds 06:00 - Deshaun Watson Starting Strategy 10:05 - Browns Offense Under Monken 17:16 - Ari Wasserman Joins Show 24:11 - Playoff Expansion Impact 32:11 - Deion Sanders Colorado Future 38:12 - Miles Garrett Leadership Debate

Ken and Anthony react to Rams reports crediting Myles Garrett with changing the team's culture, sparking a heated debate over whether Garrett was actually a good leader during his time in Cleveland. Anthony argues Garrett bears some responsibility for the Browns' dysfunction, pointing to the fallout from the helmet-swinging incident and reported tension with Baker Mayfield, while Ken pushes back that losing and poor quarterback play were the real culprits. The segment closes with a tease that Colorado fans may be upset with Ari Wasserman's earlier comments about Deion Sanders.

Ari Wasserman joins the show to argue Ohio State's daunting slate makes a four-loss season nearly unthinkable, while also praising Curt Cignetti's "cocky but lovable" rebuild at Indiana and calling Jeremiah Smith a rare throwback in an era where players rarely stay loyal to one program. He also weighs in on Deion Sanders' shaky standing at Colorado, noting the Buffaloes have faded fast since losing stars like Travis Hunter. The segment closes with a quick Browns tangent, as Ari says he can't find a football reason for Deshaun Watson to be starting over Shedeur Sanders.

Ken and Anthony game out the Browns' quarterback situation, floating a theory that Deshaun Watson starts as a bridge while Dillon Gabriel's mystery back injury conveniently keeps him out until Shedeur Sanders is ready to take over. A caller backs the theory, suggesting Watson rides out a "charade" before the team quietly moves on to Sanders for the rest of the season. The show closes on a heated debate over whether it's fair to question Todd Monken's offense and whether Cleveland has real odds against Jacksonville in the opener.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima float a wrinkle on the quarterback drama, wondering if Todd Monken skips Shedeur Sanders altogether and instead swaps Deshaun Watson straight for Dillon Gabriel once his four-week IR stint ends, using Gabriel's familiarity with the offense as a bridge before Shedeur eventually takes over. They dig into the mechanics of Gabriel's 21-day practice window and needle each other over the suspicious timing of his back injury, joking that Watson could develop the same mysterious ailment. The guys also debate whether Watson's diminished scrambling ability makes his "bad back" excuse more believable than it first seemed.

Daryl Ruiter joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to break down the Browns' 53-man roster fallout, predicting Luke Floriea clears waivers onto the practice squad and putting Deshaun Watson's runway at four to six weeks rather than a quick two-game hook. He shares some fun with the suspicious timing of Dillon Gabriel's back injury without going full conspiracy, and flags real concerns about depth on both lines and in the secondary after a rough preseason. Ruiter also weighs in on Austin Barber's chances of overtaking Teven Jenkins at guard and lands on six to eight wins as a realistic ceiling for this year's roster.

Ken Carman lays out his case for why the Browns' defense, not just the quarterback situation, deserves real concern this season, pointing to a lack of depth exposed by preseason absences from Denzel Ward, Tyson Campbell, and Carson Schwesinger. He argues that replacing Myles Garrett's production is only half the issue since the attention he drew opened things up for everyone else on defense, and worries Mike Rutenberg could take unfair blame if the unit slips from top-five to top-fifteen. Anthony pushes back some on the doom, and the two also debate whether the leaguewide preseason quarterback blackout traces back to Sean McVay before closing with more ribbing about Odell Beckham Jr.'s appearance.

In this edition of Lima Likes, Anthony Lima celebrates Jose Ramirez snapping his home run drought during an 11-1 rout of the Royals that keeps Cleveland's Wild Card hopes alive, while noting the Guardians remain firmly in "can" not "will" territory with 25 games left. He and Ken dig into Chris Antonetti's non-committal stance on prospect Ralphy Velasquez's call-up case, run through a sloppy college football weekend for Browns quarterback prospects like CJ Bailey, and close with an extended, mostly unserious debate over whether Odell Beckham Jr. has had work done.

Ken Carman doubles down on his prediction that Deshaun Watson gets benched for Shedeur Sanders by week three, arguing he doesn't believe Watson can play well anywhere, while Anthony and Owen push back with historical precedent on how long teams typically stick with a struggling starter. They bring in NFL Live analysis from Jason McCourty and Chase Daniel, both of whom argue the current setup could actually benefit Sanders' long-term development rather than rushing him into a sink-or-swim situation. The guys also flag the Romeo Crennel-Derek Anderson comparison as a cautionary tale for what happens if a backup gets hot.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima argue over whether Todd Monken would really pull the plug on Deshaun Watson just two weeks into the season, with Ken insisting Monken's inflexibility and gut-driven decision to start Watson week one means he sticks with him regardless of performance. Anthony pushes back that a disastrous 0-2 start with multiple picks would force Monken's hand, and the two debate whether it's easier to bench Watson for Shedeur Sanders than to go back to Watson afterward. They bring in Ryan Fitzpatrick's blunt take from Thursday night's broadcast and open the phone lines to see what fans think Monken owes his locker room.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima unpack a bizarre international scouting scandal involving a Guardians prospect who was actually two years older than the identity his trainer fabricated for him, complete with falsified birth records and a fake gravestone for his "deceased" true self. They debate whether MLB's age-13 signing system is fundamentally broken and push for an international draft, while noting the Guardians face no discipline since they were the deceived party. The guys can't resist riffing on the absurdity of a real headstone existing for a kid who never actually died.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the outpouring of fan anger over Kent State favorite Luke Floriea missing the 53-man roster, weighing the cold football logic of a crowded wide receiver room against the emotional pull of a hometown story fans desperately want to rally around. They also revisit Anthony's "hot take" on Taylen Green's long-term future at quarterback and take a caller's question about their draft-prediction track record. The guys agree that in a season many expect to be rough, Floriea's absence stings differently than a typical roster cut.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dig into the suspicious timing of Dillon Gabriel's newly disclosed back injury, which landed him on injured reserve just a day after strong preseason buzz had fans wondering if a trade was coming. They break down the 53-man roster with Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Taylen Green as the three active quarterbacks, weighing whether the move was a clever way to keep Gabriel in-house without burning a roster spot. The guys also touch on Taylen Green's role, the tight end mystery around Joe Royer, and why they're both leaning toward a five-win season despite some optimism on the offensive line.

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of interviews and guest appearances from during the past week with The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive. Featuring Mary Kay Cabot, Chris Easterling, and Bryant McFadden.

Listen in as the hosts of 92.3 The Fan react to NFL analyst Ryan Fitzpatrick's bold guarantee that Cleveland Browns starting quarterback Deshaun Watson is destined to fail this season. The crew breaks down the timeline for Watson's potential benching and debates whether rookies Shedeur Sanders or Dillon Gabriel will ultimately take the reins of the offense. Plus, college quarterbacks who are worth keeping tabs on for next year's draft.

This compilation highlights a variety of topics surrounding the Cleveland Browns and wider sports news. The hosts open by discussing Deshaun Watson's recent "mea culpa," where he apologized to fans and emphasized his understanding of their frustration regarding the team's direction. They then shift focus to the potential sale of the Seattle Seahawks for an estimated $9.6 billion, leading to a larger conversation about the rising valuations of professional sports franchises and whether the Browns' ownership might consider a sale.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Browns' 37-13 preseason win over the Patriots and the resulting roster decisions at the quarterback position. They debate the team's ability to keep four signal-callers and contrast the national media's glowing portrayal of Deshaun Watson with Ryan Fitzpatrick's blunt assessment. 01:50 - Preseason Victory Recap 06:55 - Four Quarterbacks Roster Math 13:10 - Taylen Green's QB Ambitions 15:45 - Potential QB Trade Partners 23:30 - Quarterback Odd Man Out 31:07 - Traffic Report 32:30 - National Media Watson Portrayal 38:00 - Fitzpatrick Predicts Watson Failure 43:40 - Patriots Super Bowl Hangover 53:00 - Locker Room Roster Dynamics 01:07:40 - Browns Fans Call In 01:11:40 - Luke Floriea's Spark 01:19:30 - Wide Receiver Roster Battle 01:26:50 - Dylan Gabriel's Value 01:34:40 - Daryl Ruiter Joins 01:50:40 - Amazon vs Local Sentiment 01:54:40 - College Football Week Zero 02:07:00 - Nathan Zegura Analysis 02:22:30 - Fitzpatrick Soundbite Breakdown 02:33:00 - Coming In Hot

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima evaluate the Browns' quarterback depth chart following a dominant preseason win. They discuss the potential of waiving Taylen Green to the practice squad and critique the overly positive portrayal of Deshaun Watson during the national broadcast. 03:16 - Browns Preseason Recap 07:11 - Keeping Four Quarterbacks 11:23 - Taylen Green's Role 18:41 - Deshaun Watson's Job Security 27:09 - Amazon Prime Coverage Critique 31:19 - Hopkins Airport Closure 36:49 - Ryan Fitzpatrick's Analysis 40:01 - Watson's Perception in Cleveland

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to Todd Monken's optimistic comments regarding Deshaun Watson following a Browns preseason victory. They discuss the disconnect between the locker room's support for Watson and the persistent negativity from the fan base. The conversation also covers the latest roster bubble battles, including the emergence of local product Luke Floriea and the release of Cedric Tillman. 01:50 - Monken's Preseason Recap 05:08 - Watson Comeback Narrative 08:11 - Locker Room Perspective 14:15 - Wasted Opportunity Costs 20:52 - Baker Mayfield Comparison 25:34 - Roster Depth Discussion 31:35 - Luke Floriea Roster Push 36:40 - Cedric Tillman Cut Analysis

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Browns' quarterback situation following a strong preseason performance from Dylan Gabriel. Darryl Ryder joins to discuss the organizational hierarchy between Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders, and Deshaun Watson. They also evaluate local standout Luke Floriea and preview the 2027 draft class as college football returns. 02:15 - Dylan Gabriel's Performance 06:10 - Browns Quarterback Depth 13:36 - Darryl Ryder Interview 19:45 - Deshaun Watson Narrative 24:30 - Potential Gabriel Trades 28:35 - National Media Access 36:33 - College Football Kickoff 40:10 - 2027 NFL Draft Prospects

Nathan Zegura joins 92.3 The Fan to discuss roster decisions following a Browns preseason simulation, focusing on the potential of backup quarterbacks Taylen Green and Dylan Gabriel. They also react to Ryan Fitzpatrick's blunt assessment of Deshaun Watson's future and the quarterback's complicated relationship with the Cleveland fan base. 01:00 - Browns VIP Access 02:43 - Zagura QB Discussion 09:26 - Watson Starting Role 15:43 - Fitzpatrick Slams Watson 24:57 - Watson Fan Relationship

Ken and Anthony replay Ryan Fitzpatrick's blunt take that Deshaun Watson isn't going to be good, contrasting it with Amazon's glowing pregame coverage and questioning why fans should soften on a player they don't believe will actually perform. They argue the fan-player relationship is purely transactional at this point, no redemption without wins, and note internal conversations about how far to take criticism of Watson as the season approaches, while a caller makes the case that Dillon Gabriel deserved a fairer shot from the start.

Nathan Zegura joins Ken and Anthony to break down how the Browns could realistically keep all four quarterbacks by using Mike Hall as a hybrid defensive lineman, while also floating Dillon Gabriel as a trade candidate to Atlanta given his strong showing. The conversation turns to Luke Floriea's breakout performance and the running back depth chart, before circling back to Deshaun Watson's path to a full 17-game season and whether a surprise quarterback move is coming before the roster deadline.

Ken and Anthony debut a new weekly graphic, built by producer John, tracking top quarterback prospects for the 2027 draft class, kicking off with Jayden Maiava, CJ Bailey and Harvard transfer Jaden Craig ahead of college football's final "Week 0." The crew nitpicks the graphic's layout while debating whether any of these prospects will ultimately turn out better than Shedeur Sanders, setting up a recurring segment to track their progress all season.

Daryl Ruiter joins Ken and Anthony to break down Dillon Gabriel's strong preseason showing, admitting there's a real chance the Browns keep only three quarterbacks and that Todd Monken's comments left the door open to moving on from one of them. The conversation also digs into why Shedeur Sanders was practically invisible in Amazon's glowing Deshaun Watson coverage, with Ruiter offering an inside explanation for why the broadcast leaned so hard into the "reclamation project" narrative.

Ken and Anthony dig into why Dillon Gabriel's efficient preseason performance suddenly has the show flipping the switch on a quarterback they've spent months clowning, questioning why he wasn't given a real shot at the starting job over Shedeur Sanders given his operational command of the offense. They debate whether his strong showing makes him harder to trade or simply reinforces his "career backup" ceiling, while noting he's earned enough goodwill that a change of scenery might now be off the table.

Ken and Anthony make the case for keeping Luke Floriea, an undrafted local receiver who scored three preseason touchdowns and gets called by his first name by Todd Monken, even suggesting he's earned it over Taylen Green or Malachi Corley on a crowded roster. The conversation widens into the fallout from cutting 2023 third-round pick Cedric Tillman, with the guys revisiting the receivers Cleveland passed on and crediting this year's deep receiver draft haul to years of past whiffs.

Ken and Anthony argue that nothing about the fan reaction to Deshaun Watson changes until he actually plays well, walking through why his frustration stemmed specifically from being cheered during an injury rather than criticism itself. Callers weigh in with everything from a plan to keep all four quarterbacks by cutting Shedeur Sanders loose to lingering resentment over the Baker Mayfield fallout, and the guys end up debating the uncomfortable question of whether Cleveland would cheer another Watson injury.

Ken and Anthony unpack the wave of glowing Deshaun Watson coverage on Prime, from a "what's your why" sideline interview to Todd Monken's genuine excitement about the comeback story, and wonder if the overwhelmingly negative fan reaction is out of step with how the locker room actually feels about him. They also debate whether Mike Vrabel's visible frustration in the Patriots' preseason finale points to a Super Bowl hangover in New England, before circling back to whether Monken's optimism about Watson is real belief or just a coach talking himself into his only option.

Ken and Anthony dig into Amazon's surprisingly glowing Prime broadcast of Deshaun Watson, questioning why the quarterback competition and Shedeur Sanders got almost no airtime while Watson's comeback story dominated. They debate whether fans will soften on Watson as the season nears, even as Ryan Fitzpatrick's blunt comments and a report that a rival station edited out criticism of Shedeur keep the QB drama boiling.

Ken, Anthony and the crew work through the Browns' four-quarterback logjam, agreeing Deshaun Watson's contract makes him uncuttable and Dillon Gabriel's value as a backup keeps him safe, which leaves Shedeur Sanders and Taylen Green in the crosshairs. A caller and the room land on the same painful conclusion about Green despite disagreeing on how they got there, while Ken floats sneaking him through waivers onto the practice squad or even trying him on defense.

Ken and Anthony break down the Browns' 37-13 preseason win over New England, praising Dillon Gabriel and Kalen Green's performances while noting the Patriots looked overmatched. The conversation shifts into a wild debate about the Browns' four-man quarterback logjam, with Ken floating a creative (and quickly mocked) plan to keep all four by shifting Mike Hall into a hybrid role. The guys can't agree on who gets cut if it comes down to three, teeing up a phone-line debate with listeners.

Ken and Lima break down the Cleveland Guardians' sweep of the Angels and the seven-game win streak led by Steven Kwan. They analyze the Browns' decision to name Deshaun Watson the starter over Shedeur Sanders, featuring insight from Mary Kay Cabot and a critical evaluation from Brady Quinn regarding Watson's lack of self-awareness with fans. They also discuss the massive sale of the Seattle Seahawks and the controversial new luxury suites at Ohio State's stadium. 03:05 - Guardians Win Seven Straight 09:48 - Shedeur Sanders Directive 19:52 - Fitzpatrick Evaluates Watson 31:42 - Jerry Judy Cut Candidate 41:40 - The Tanking Moratorium 55:18 - NCAA Legal Loophole Concerns 01:04:07 - Jeremiah Smith's OSU Loyalty 01:16:34 - Luxury Suites At The Shoe 01:22:00 - Massive Seattle Seahawks Sale 01:30:01 - Professional Sports Ownership Passion 01:34:50 - Mary Kay Cabot Interview 01:44:30 - Sanders Development Progress 01:53:15 - Ken Criticizes Coaching Decisions 02:02:42 - Quarterback Room Protection 02:10:26 - Brady Quinn Joins 02:18:40 - Watson Lacks Self Awareness 02:29:34 - Wide Receiver Room Strategy

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Guardians' seven-game win streak and Steven Kwan's impact on the lineup. They explore the controversy surrounding the Browns' quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, including the influence of social media bots. They also evaluate potential roster moves involving veteran wide receiver Jerry Jeudy and rookie standouts. 03:05 - Guardians Road Trip Sweep 08:23 - Steven Kwan Saves His Name 12:05 - Browns QB Battle Discourse 21:01 - Ryan Fitzpatrick QB Analysis 27:04 - QB Competition Embarrassment 33:42 - Jerry Jeudy Cut Candidate? 41:50 - Evaluating Veteran Wide Receivers

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate the Cleveland Browns' potential record and whether the franchise should focus on evaluation over tanking. They also analyze shifting player loyalty in college football through the lens of Jeremiah Smith and express frustration over Ohio State's new luxury end zone suites. 01:50 - Ohio State QB Recruits 05:10 - Browns Tanking Debate 09:48 - Denzel Ward's Impact 13:35 - NIL Regulation Discussion 18:21 - Transfer Portal Impact 21:30 - Coaching Salaries in NIL 32:02 - Guardians Win Streak 35:41 - Ohio State Luxury Suites 39:10 - NFL Pro Bowl Changes

The discussion begins with the massive sale of the Seattle Seahawks and how it impacts the valuation of the Cleveland Browns and Jimmy Haslam's ownership. Mary Kay Cabot joins to break down the decision to start Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders and the potential for a Dylan Gabriel trade. They analyze fan frustration regarding Watson's performance and the logic behind resting Sanders. 01:50 - Impact Of Seahawks Sale 06:00 - Evaluating Individual Ownership 12:20 - Showcasing Dylan Gabriel 14:45 - Mary Kay Cabot Interview 19:50 - The Watson Sanders Debate 25:45 - Analyzing Preseason Struggles 31:20 - Jerry Jeudy Safety Status 39:10 - Post Interview Reaction

Deshaun Watson's training camp performance and his response to fan criticism spark a debate about the immense pressure on Cleveland quarterbacks. Former NFL quarterback Brady Quinn joins to discuss Watson's lack of self-awareness and the toxic nature of overanalyzing practice throws. They also evaluate the potential of future draft picks and the roster status of players like Jerry Jeudy. 01:29 - Deshaun Watson Analysis 04:08 - Drafting Arch Manning 06:28 - Brady Quinn Interview 16:33 - QB Practice Trackers 24:55 - Evaluating Jerry Jeudy

Ken and Anthony break down why online completion-percentage trackers are misleading fans and even ex-players like Shannon Sharpe and Ocho Cinco into thinking Shedeur outplayed Watson, arguing real coaches evaluate context, drills, and intent that never show up in a box score. They replay Ryan Fitzpatrick's breakdown of why Watson won the job and circle back to Jerry Jeudy, with Ken more willing than Anthony to move on from him if he doesn't produce. The two also touch on next year's incoming QB prospects and how the "meat grinder" of scrutiny is coming for whoever's next.