The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze Deshaun Watson's impact ahead of a primetime matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers. They explore Mike Tomlin's Minecraft city, Guardians postseason pressure, and Anthony's preparation for a local speech. (00:02:50) Browns Gameday Vibes (00:07:00) Fanbase Split Reactions (00:13:55) Tomlin Minecraft Video (00:21:45) Todd Monken Audio (00:27:00) Winning Over Fans (00:36:10) League-Wide QB Play (00:49:40) Kirk Herbstreit Dog (00:53:45) Guardians Postseason Pressure (01:03:00) Baseball Double Standards (01:09:50) Joey Porter Trade (01:21:35) Marvin Harrison Junior (01:32:40) Mary Kay Cabot Interview (01:45:50) Watson Job Security (01:54:00) Primetime Coming Party (02:04:00) NFL Refs Debate (02:11:45) Bay Village Speech (02:18:40) Primetime Revenue Talk (02:25:55) Quarterback Trades Discussion

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima preview the Thursday night clash with the Steelers, highlighting the house money feel of the Browns' 2-1 start. They explore Todd Monken's influence on Deshaun Watson's confidence and address whether the quarterback can earn back the trust of a skeptical fan base with a divisional victory. (00:01:50) Browns Excitement and 2-1 Start (00:05:25) Steelers Trading Away Young Talent (00:08:50) Ken's Gut Feeling and Fervor (00:14:15) Mike Tomlin's Minecraft Hobby (00:17:45) Can Watson Win Over Fans (00:24:05) Todd Monken's Belief in Watson (00:28:55) The Never-Watson Fan Segment (00:34:20) Fans Debate Watson's Sustainability (00:38:04) League-Wide Offensive Line Trends

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss whether Deshaun Watson can finally earn the respect of Cleveland fans by defeating the Steelers on primetime. They explore the immense pressure on the Guardians heading into the ALDS and react to Mike Tomlin's surprising Minecraft hobby. Additionally, they critique the double standards in how fans treat the different professional teams in town. (00:01:50) Watson Earning Fan Trust (00:07:01) Beating Pittsburgh Narrative (00:11:30) Media Reactions To Peter (00:16:10) Guardians Playoff Pressure (00:20:10) Fan Entitlement Debate (00:24:13) Cleveland Sports Double Standard (00:32:16) Steelers Trade Joey Porter (00:36:01) Tomlin's Viral Minecraft City (00:39:10) Colavita's Phillies Struggle

Mary Kay Cabot joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to break down the critical matchup against the Steelers and whether Deshaun Watson has finally turned a corner. They explore the offensive line struggles without Elgton Jenkins and discuss the pressure on Todd Monken to unlock the deep passing game. The conversation shifts to whether a victory tonight would officially cement Watson as the long-term starter or if his status remains a week-to-week evaluation. (00:01:20) Marvin Harrison Jr. Discussion (00:04:43) Todd Monken's Offensive Test (00:08:08) The Pivot Podcast Insights (00:14:04) Mary Kay Cabot Interview (00:18:22) Offensive Line Injury Impacts (00:22:30) Mason Graham's Defensive Growth (00:27:15) Watson's Job Security Debate

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate whether a victory against the Steelers will finally solidify Deshaun Watson's position as the team leader. They explore referee conspiracy theories with callers and discuss how Lima is using artificial intelligence to prepare a speech for a local men's club. (00:01:50) Watson Job Security (00:06:02) Referee Conspiracy Theory (00:09:15) Mary Kay Interview Feedback (00:15:32) Lima Using AI Speech (00:22:15) Primetime Football Epiphany (00:26:30) Winning Over Fans (00:31:58) Quarterback Trade Rumors

Ken and Lima react to Jeremy Fowler's report that the Browns would listen on a deal for a backup quarterback, with Dylan Gabriel eligible to come off IR and the trade deadline coming at the end of the month. Callers weigh in on whether Deshaun Watson can win fans over tonight, and one argues everybody is moving the goalposts on him. Another caller rips Shedeur Sanders' resume, and the hosts push back before signing off with a "Go Browns!"

Ken ribs Lima for running his Bay Village Men's Club speech through ChatGPT Premium, which flagged his best jokes and budgeted 45 seconds to a minute for laughter. They swap stories about bombing on stage before playing Todd Monken's take on primetime games. Then they ask whether a win over the Steelers could finally win fans over on Deshaun Watson.

Ken and Lima lay out when the Watson job conversation ends, with Ken saying a win over the Steelers makes him the quarterback and a loss reopens the debate. Callers weigh in on whether NFL refs are protecting Watson, and one asks if Mary Kay Cabot can take fan questions after her interviews, which Ken shoots down. John from Middleburg Heights then says nobody is against the Browns and they just stink.

Ken and Lima respond to Mary Kay Cabot's take that the quarterback conversation stays week to week even with a win. Ken argues a 3-1 start settles it and says he won't repeat the 2014 mistake of benching a winning quarterback, while Lima points out Watson has already handled career-on-the-line pressure in the last two fourth quarters. They still worry about the offensive line without Elton Jenkins, but agree that a win with few turnovers makes Watson the starter for the foreseeable future.

Mary Kay Cabot joins Ken and Lima to explain how Deshaun Watson and KC Concepcion can get on the same page against the Steelers, why the banged-up offensive line is the biggest concern and what Mason Graham's second-year jump means for the defense. She says a win tonight would go a long way toward bringing fans over to Watson's side, but the quarterback conversation likely stays week to week. Ken and Lima close by debating whether a win still leaves Watson on an interim basis if the defense carries the team.

Ken and Lima debate whether the Browns should chase Marvin Harrison Jr., who has barely been targeted this season, and decides they don't need another sullen receiver. They then break down tonight's Steelers matchup, where a banged-up offensive line and a resurgent TJ Watt could make it a real test for Deshaun Watson. After a Jordan Schultz clip on Todd Monken's belief in Watson, they discuss how Pittsburgh might rush him and rattle him mentally.

Ken and Lima react to the Steelers trading Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas for a 2028 second-round pick and a conditional 2027 sixth, then dig into Mike Tomlin's 12-year Minecraft city and his playoff record before and after it. They bring in producer John to go through the morning's stories, and he takes heat for declaring he was done with the Phillies right before Alec Bohm's 10th-inning homer kept them alive. The crew keeps roasting his "I'm so exhausted" act as he tweets "ring the bell" like the biggest Phillies fan alive.

Ken and Lima agree the Guardians face more pressure heading into Saturday's ALDS against the White Sox, since they got a week of rest, a lined-up rotation and a wide-open field. Ken gets defensive about casual fans who tune in only for October and then pounce on a loss with "they didn't spend money" takes, while Lima argues the pressure comes from success, not failure. They also trace the franchise's long playoff drought from 1955 to 1994 and look ahead to future contract fights with Chase DeLauter, Travis Bazzana and Angel Genao.

Ken and Lima say the more the Browns win, the closer the quarterback-of-the-future folder gets to the shelf, especially with next year's draft class already being picked apart. Callers weigh in: Caitlin credits Todd Monken's plan, and Tarzan says Watson isn't a Brown until he beats Pittsburgh and might get re-signed with a big season. Ken says he'd only franchise tag him, and Lima points to the Vikings moving on from Sam Darnold at 14-3. The segment ends in a long tangent about Kirk Herbstreit's golden retriever, Peter, and the Amazon Prime broadcast.

Callers answer whether Deshaun Watson can win them over tonight. Tony in Lisbon wants a full four-quarter game instead of fourth quarter heroics, Mike in Beachwood compares it to a breakup that's already happened, and Chris in Copley says Watson is gone after the season and wants better O-line play against the Steelers. Ken and Lima counter that quarterback play is shaky across the league, credit Watson's legs and pump fake for bailing out a struggling line, and wonder whether Pittsburgh will use a spy and how Todd Monken would respond.

Ken and Lima play Jordan Schultz's Pivot podcast audio about Todd Monken restoring Deshaun Watson's confidence, then debate whether the 2-1 start and fourth-quarter heroics are getting too much hype after a 67-yard passing day against Carolina. They ask listeners whether a win over the Steelers could turn them around, while acknowledging a never-Watson segment of the fan base that won't be moved by winning. Along the way, Ken explains why he won't pick the Browns and the pair joke about Mike Tomlin's Minecraft empire.

On the morning of Thursday night's game against the Steelers, Ken wants to whoop it up about the 2-1 start while Lima keeps accusing him of sounding scared and of talking himself into the hype. Ken argues it feels like a changing of the guard, with a young roster, Mason Graham playing great, and a Steelers team distracted by the Joey Porter Jr. trade, but his doubts about Deshaun Watson hold him back. Callers weigh in on the run game and the Browns' chances, and Ken and Lima detour into Mike Tomlin's viral Minecraft city.

Daryl Ruiter and Lance Reisland break down the key matchups for the Browns vs. Steelers Thursday Night Football clash. From slowing down Aaron Rodgers to Deshaun Watson's late-game play, get expert analysis and score predictions ahead of Week 4.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima preview a massive sports weekend in Cleveland, featuring the Browns' Thursday night game against the Steelers and the Guardians' ALDS opener. They discuss the future of Deshaun Watson, evaluate potential MLB playoff format changes, and address rumors regarding manager Steven Vogt. (00:02:47) Weekend Plans And Banter (00:06:45) MLB Playoff Format Debate (00:13:00) Salary Caps In Baseball (00:18:15) Deshaun Watson Future Discussion (00:32:25) Fan Reactions To Watson (00:45:40) Listener Calls On Watson (00:56:15) Proposed QB Draft Rules (01:06:55) Jerry Jeudy Production Issues (01:13:05) About Last Night Segment (01:20:30) Around The AFC North (01:31:45) Steelers Dirty Play Claims (01:40:00) Earning National Respect (01:51:55) Browns Vs Guardians Tickets (02:01:35) Interview With Anthony Castrovince (02:08:15) Guardians Playoff Pitching Rotation (02:21:10) Steven Vogt Replacement Rumors (02:31:50) AJ McCarron UFL News (02:37:45) Watson And Concepcion Connection

Ken and Anthony Lima discuss the shifting perception of Deshaun Watson among Cleveland Browns fans on The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima. They analyze insights from Albert Breer and Ian Rapoport regarding Watson's job security and the offensive philosophy under Todd Monken. The conversation also touches on MLB playoff trends, the frustrations of Philadelphia Phillies fans, and upcoming matchups against the Steelers. (00:02:45) October Baseball Banter (00:05:55) MLB Playoff Format Debate (00:08:57) MLB Salary Cap Discussion (00:15:05) Phillies vs Guardians Comparison (00:20:02) Deshaun Watson Job Security (00:24:16) Browns Fan Reaction Analysis (00:33:43) Zach Jackson Watson Comments

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the shift in fan perception regarding Deshaun Watson following recent victories and improved fourth-quarter play. They also debate a controversial proposal regarding NFL quarterback draft restrictions and evaluate the lack of production from Jerry Jeudy compared to other young receivers. (00:02:01) Watson's Shifting Fan Perception (00:06:56) Debating Watson's Cleveland Arrival (00:16:05) QB Draft Restriction Proposal (00:21:00) NFL Quarterback Development Issues (00:27:22) Jeudy and Boston Evaluation (00:33:43) About Last Night Recap

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima evaluate the state of the AFC North with insights from Bob Haynie, Mo Egger, and Chris Mueller. They analyze the Browns' upcoming Thursday night matchup against the Steelers and whether Deshaun Watson can earn national respect. They also compare ticket prices for the Browns game and the Guardians' ALDS opener, debating which event is the bigger draw for Cleveland fans.(00:01:54) AFC North Report From Baltimore(00:06:21) Cincinnati Bengals Defensive Struggles(00:09:54) Steelers Preview With Chris Mueller(00:17:24) Cleveland Browns Earning Respect(00:23:02) Deshaun Watson's Primetime Stakes(00:32:32) Browns vs Guardians Ticket Debate

Anthony Castrovince joins Ken and Lima to analyze the Guardians' postseason readiness and the health of stars like Jose Ramirez. They discuss rumors linking Stephen Vogt to the Mariners vacancy and look back at AJ McCarron's history with the Browns.(00:02:14) Anthony Castrovince Joins(00:06:18) Jose Ramirez Injury Status(00:11:14) Guardians Playoff Series Outlook(00:14:16) MLB Playoff Reseeding Debate(00:21:15) Stephen Vogt Poaching Rumors(00:33:48) AJ McCarron UFL News

Ken and Anthony relive their old argument over the Browns trading for AJ McCarron during the 0-16 season after news breaks that he's now head coach of a relocated UFL team headed to Rhode Island. They also debate why spring football leagues keep failing while the NFL and college football dominate, then dig into whether KC Concepcion's quiet production is more on Deshaun Watson, the offensive line or the receiver himself.

After the Mariners fire their manager in an old-school on-camera farewell, Ken and Anthony dig into a report naming Stephen Vogt as a dream hire, tracing his rise from unproven first-time manager to three straight AL Central titles. They debate whether the Guardians would ever trade him, whether his $4 million salary already reflects how much they value him, and how close a call it was when the Mets once tried to poach GM Mike Chernoff.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince joins Ken and Anthony to break down the Guardians' AL Central win, the rust factor from a week off, and Jose Ramirez playing through a compromised season. He also weighs in on the Guardians' game three pitching options between Tanner Bibee, Joey Cantillo or Foster Griffin and on whether MLB should overhaul its playoff format down the road.

With $300 for two tickets, Ken and Anthony debate whether they'd spend it on Thursday night's Browns-Steelers game or Saturday's ALDS Game 1, weighing ticket prices, Cleveland's Thursday night football history and the pull of playoff baseball. Ken lands on Thursday night football while Anthony sides with the Guardians, and they also bicker over stadium parking and suite amenities along the way.

Ken and Anthony debate whether beating the Steelers on Thursday night would finally earn the Browns national respect, weighing the strength of their 2-1 start against the quality of their wins over Tampa Bay and Carolina. A caller argues style points don't matter as long as the Browns keep winning, while Ken and Anthony point out national media will still question the schedule and Watson's performance either way.

Ken and Lima take their weekly trip around the AFC North ahead of the Thursday night Browns-Steelers game, checking in with guests from Baltimore, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh. Bob Haynie breaks down the Ravens' last-second win over Dallas and their center injuries, Mo Egger explains how special teams sank the Bengals against the Steelers, and Chris Mueller weighs in on Joey Porter Jr.'s status and whether Aaron Rodgers looks rejuvenated. Each guest names the division's best and worst team, and two of the three put the Browns at the bottom, which Ken and Lima take as a sign of some respect.

Ken and Lima bring in producer John to react to the Giants releasing Odell Beckham Jr. after three games, saying injuries kept him from a Hall of Fame path and that it's unfair he's now known for one catch. They break down the White Sox's 6-3 win over the Astros in wild card Game 1, where Lima says he'd rather face the White Sox because he dislikes the Astros so much, and they shrug off the rest versus rust worry. They also wonder whether Vegas can support an NBA expansion team, deciding the residency-style crowd might make basketball work better than it has for the Raiders.

Ken and Lima revisit Lima's idea to bar teams from drafting another top 10 quarterback for three years after taking one, which Ian Rapoport called one of the worst rules ever but Albert Breer liked. Lima argues it would force teams to build real support around young quarterbacks, while Ken says it punishes fans and teams twice, and they land on cutting the ban to a single year. They close by saying Denzel Boston is saving Jerry Jeudy's contract from ridicule, since Jeudy has barely been targeted.

Ken and Lima ask whether two straight fourth-quarter wins have softened anyone on Deshaun Watson, admitting they're excited about the 2-1 start while still expecting him to be gone next year and wanting to see real accountability if things go south on Thursday. Brett in Columbus says nothing will ever win him over because Watson didn't want to come to Cleveland until the guaranteed money arrived, which kicks off a debate over whether that was a negotiation tactic. Brian in Philadelphia wonders if Watson's friendlier postgame tone is just face-saving ahead of free agency.

Ken and Lima react to the heavy pushback Zac Jackson got in the comments for saying Deshaun Watson probably won't be the starter by the bye week, and they ask whether two straight fourth-quarter wins have won anyone over. They agree the bar was so low after so much bad quarterback play that the wins mean a lot, though nobody seems to have gone from planning to boo him to buying a jersey. Lima says Watson has shown more mobility and pump-fake savvy than expected, and the phones open for fans to say if he's won them over or is just a placeholder.

Ken and Lima play clips of Albert Breer and Ian Rapoport on Deshaun Watson, including Rapoport saying Watson was never close to being benched after the Tampa Bay game, and they debate how close he really was. They weigh his 144-yard day, the penalties, and the lack of a vertical passing game against a 2-1 record, with Lima saying Shedeur Sanders fans shouldn't give up yet. Ken says he won't repeat his 2014 mistake of pushing to replace a quarterback who is winning games.

Ken and Lima open with pumpkin patch and apple picking banter before turning to wild card Game 1, where the winner takes the series 88% of the time and the Red Sox and Phillies are on the brink. They debate the odds of a salary cap in the coming lockout and whether MLB will lean harder into big markets if it doesn't get a cap and floor, which could leave a Guardians-White Sox matchup drawing complaints about the format. John admits he's fed up with the Phillies and is told he sounds like every Cavs caller who calls the team annoying.

From 'Stinkin' Truth Podcast' (Subscribe Here): Mark Schlereth and Mike Evans dive into all the news & notes about the Cleveland Browns that didn't make it into his broadcast of their matchup with the Carolina Panthers.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss bringing back their AFC playoff prediction segment, Seven in Heaven, following a potential Browns victory over the Steelers. They also introduce a new segment for their producer, Reese, and revisit some of Ken's unconventional ideas for football and golf.(00:01:44) Reviving Seven in Heaven(00:04:09) Introducing Reese's Pieces(00:06:40) Ken's Unconventional Sports Ideas(00:10:01) Analyzing Steelers Fraudulent Streak(00:13:16) Future Seven in Heaven Plans

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the polarizing reactions to the Cleveland Browns' recent victory and evaluate Deshaun Watson's performance ahead of the Thursday night game against the Steelers. They are joined by Zach Jackson and Ian Rapoport to discuss Todd Monken's coaching impact, NCAA NIL legislation, and a controversial proposal for NFL draft reform. (00:02:21) Watson Social Media Reaction (00:06:55) Analyzing Deshaun Watson Job Performance (00:11:45) Winning Games vs Future Concerns (00:16:10) Previewing Browns vs Steelers Thursday (00:23:45) Comparing Monken and Stefanski Coaching (00:31:15) Remembering Actor Dennis Haskins (00:36:15) Beating Pittsburgh and Shedeur Sanders (00:41:50) Todd Monken Coach Of Year (00:47:40) Analytics vs Gut In Football (00:54:40) Future Of Cleveland Tailgating Traditions (01:03:00) LeBron James Philadelphia Press Conference (01:10:05) New NCAA NIL Legislation Update (01:20:20) Zach Jackson On Browns Performance (01:30:00) Steelers Personnel and Rivalry Preview (01:40:30) Ken's Quarterback Draft Policy Idea (01:49:50) Raiders Start and Kirk Cousins (02:00:15) Ian Rapoport On Watson Job (02:08:50) Rapoport Reacts To Draft Rule (02:16:40) Logic Of Protecting Young Quarterbacks (02:33:50) Baker Mayfield And Development Example

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima addresses the social media reaction to Deshaun Watson's play and the upcoming rivalry game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. They analyze the Browns' 2-1 start and the dynamic between the fans and the quarterback after a crucial win. The discussion also touches on the passing of Dennis Haskins and the long-term potential of Shedeur Sanders. (00:01:50) Watson Coronation Social Backlash (00:06:00) Evaluating Watson Performance vs Carolina (00:10:15) Fan Reaction and Winning Dynamics (00:16:00) Previewing Steelers Thursday Night Rivalry (00:24:30) Browns Offensive Line Injury Update (00:31:15) Remembering Dennis Haskins as Mr Belding (00:38:15) Shedeur Sanders and Future QB

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima evaluates the Browns' early success under Todd Monken and the evolving expectations for Deshaun Watson. They transition to a discussion on the future of Cleveland tailgating and LeBron James' recent media day remarks about his playing career. (00:01:50) Watson's Browns Future (00:05:03) Monken's Coaching Impact (00:11:10) Front Office Analytics (00:17:10) Browns Stadium Tailgating (00:23:05) LeBron's Media Comments (00:33:20) NIL Legislation Update (00:37:10) NFL Quarterback Movement

Ken and Anthony analyze the Browns' defensive surge with Zac Jackson while investigating the decision to start Deshaun Watson. They transition into a league-wide discussion on the decline of quarterback play and Ken's proposal for new NFL draft rules. The duo also evaluates the Philadelphia Eagles' recent struggles and the surprising early-season performance of the Raiders.(00:02:10) Zac Jackson On Browns(00:07:10) Browns Run Game Woes(00:11:42) Steelers Defense Preview(00:17:19) Ohio College Football(00:21:30) NFL Quarterback Problems(00:24:40) QB Draft Rule Proposal(00:33:05) Raiders Hot Start(00:36:15) Eagles Offense Concerns

Ian Rapoport joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to address Deshaun Watson's future with the Browns and the fallout from the Myles Garrett trade. They also engage in a heated debate over a radical proposal to restrict how frequently NFL teams can draft quarterbacks in the top ten. (00:01:50) Deshaun Watson Job Security (00:05:31) Shedeur Sanders Trade Rumors (00:07:11) Myles Garrett Trade Reaction (00:08:14) NFL Quarterback Injury Crisis (00:09:36) Ken's Radical Draft Proposal (00:16:51) Debating QB Development Foundation (00:20:50) Culture and Tanking Cycles (00:24:13) Callers Weigh In on Rule (00:37:45) NIL Impact on Quarterbacks