The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss the difficulties of transitioning college quarterbacks to the NFL and why many top picks fail without the right infrastructure. They also touch on Baker Mayfield's legacy in Cleveland and the current trend of veteran quarterbacks finding success later in their careers. (00:01:06) Social Media Feedback (00:02:17) Quarterback Development Challenges (00:06:01) Veteran Quarterback Resurgence

Ken proposes that a team drafting a quarterback in the top 10 can't take another one there for three years, arguing it would force franchises to develop QBs instead of tanking and starting over. Lima, Owen, and caller Nick tear into the idea, saying it has only been an issue twice in NFL history and would kill the yearly hope that a new quarterback brings. The debate touches on the Titans and Cam Ward, Johnny Manziel, Dante Moore, and Arch Manning, and Ken ends up defending an unpopular opinion while hoping the next guest will back him up.

Ian Rapoport tells Ken and Lima that Watson controlled his own fate and never got close to being pulled, and that if he stays healthy and keeps playing like this, he could be back in 2027 even with the Browns holding two first-round picks. He also says there's no real trade market for Shedeur Sanders, no buyer's remorse in Los Angeles over Myles Garrett, and that quarterback injuries aren't really worse than usual. Ken then pitches his top 10 quarterback draft rule, Rapoport calls it one of the worst rules in history, and the hosts spend the rest of the segment defending the idea.

Ken and Lima dig into the 3-0 Raiders and Kirk Cousins turning back the clock, but they doubt it lasts given wins over the Dolphins, Chargers, and Saints and a brutal upcoming stretch that starts with the Chiefs. They note how well veteran quarterbacks like Case Keenum, Aaron Rodgers, and Marcus Mariota are playing, while Lima defends Nick Sirianni as the Eagles offense sputters. They also rank the seven disappointing teams below .500, with the Patriots and Drake Maye's Super Bowl hangover and the Chargers topping the surprise list.

Ken and Lima pick up where Zac Jackson left off, saying Deshaun Watson's odds of sticking around are slim but the Browns are winning, then look at the league-wide quarterback crisis, with injuries, bad play, and teams like Tennessee heading toward another QB pick. Ken pitches a rule that any team drafting a quarterback in the top 10 can't take another one there for three years, and Lima pushes back that it would just get GMs and coaches fired. They argue that Watson's fourth-quarter surge and better analytics than Bo Nix, Justin Herbert, and Cam Ward could help him, since few teams truly love their quarterback.

Zac Jackson joins Ken and Lima to explain why the Browns are 2-1 despite Deshaun Watson's shaky film, crediting a dominant pass rush led by Mason Graham, Watson's fourth-quarter scramble plays, and a defense that adapted to injuries. He says Watson's odds of being back next year remain slim and that Kevin Stefanski likely wouldn't have gone down this road, since every bit of evidence he has says Todd Monken made the quarterback call. They also preview a huge Thursday night game against Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers, then detour into Mount Union's ranking in the Bill Conley 772 and the Akron coaching jokes.

Ken and Lima bring in producer John to break down the Senate passing the Protect College Sports Act 77-22, including Rand Paul's failed antitrust immunity push and the dropped $5 million coaching salary cap. They worry the House won't act before the election and could flip, with the Congressional Black Caucus opposed to capping athletes but not coaches, even though Trump wants it done now. They also discuss J.J. McCarthy's trade to the Giants for a fifth-round pick and what it says about Shedeur Sanders, then compare Heat media day to what LeBron and the Cavs would have drawn against the Browns.

Ken and Lima react to the packed Muni lot at the home opener and debate whether the Browns should even try to replicate that tailgating culture at the new stadium. They land on naming the new lots after former players and improving amenities like bathrooms, while admitting a sanitized version won't feel the same. They then turn to LeBron James's Sixers media day comments about possibly finishing his career at Madison Square Garden. They wonder if it takes heat off the Cavs, speculate that Cleveland balked at the Kawhi-style demands, and agree the fan base will only care if the Cavs finish ahead of Philadelphia, with Peyton Watson's play as a key factor.

Ken and Lima say it's far too early to talk about keeping Deshaun Watson, then turn to Todd Monken, who Steve Smith Sr. thinks could be a Coach of the Year finalist. They point out that the first three games look a lot like last year's, with two wins that could easily have been losses, and note the schedule has been soft. Callers praise Monken for high-fiving fans and debate whether the analytics-driven fourth-down decision against Carolina would look different had it failed, before the hosts look ahead to Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers on Thursday.

Ken and Lima open by remembering Dennis Haskins, Mr. Belding from Saved by the Bell, who died at 75, and trade memories of the show's most famous special episodes and the Max. Back on the Browns, caller Chuck argues that each Watson win helps Shedeur Sanders by pushing the team's draft position back, and asks how to beat the Steelers on Thursday. Ken agrees that Watson playing now could set Shedeur up with a better offense and line, but shelves the quarterback switch conversation until at least after the Jets game.

Ken and Lima urge fans to stop and smell the roses at 2-1, pointing to the Browns' 14 penalties, offensive line injuries, and the fact that last year's team likely loses this game. Caller Pete says it's the least fun 2-1 start ever because Watson never wanted to be in Cleveland, and Ken counters that he doesn't need love from players. The talk detours into funerals and white-van speaker salesmen before they ask listeners whether Watson's future is on their minds or they're just enjoying the season.

Ken and Lima push back on accusations that their show held a coronation for Deshaun Watson, insisting they called his 67-yard three quarters bad while giving him credit for the fourth-quarter comebacks. They argue that the "what about next year?" quarterback talk is a November conversation, and that a 2-1 start and a rowdy crowd don't mean fans forgot how they felt about Watson. Along the way, Ken shares his wife's birthday mug story, and the group looks ahead to the Thursday night showdown with Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers.

Deshaun Watson delivered clutch fourth-quarter magic to lead the Cleveland Browns to a thrilling 21-18 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Daryl Ruiter and Lance Reisland break down Watson's game-winning drive and how the defense came up big in the final moments to secure the win.

After a sluggish performance that brought out the home crowd's boos, Deshaun Watson rallied the Cleveland Browns with a clutch fourth-quarter touchdown drive to secure a 21–18 victory over Carolina. Now sitting at 2–1 ahead of a Thursday night rivalry matchup with Pittsburgh, hosts weigh whether Cleveland fans are finally starting to trust their quarterback.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' victory over the Carolina Panthers and the late-game emergence of Deshaun Watson. They evaluate the defensive dominance led by Mason Graham and the managing style of Todd Monken during high-pressure moments. The discussion also celebrates the Cleveland Guardians clinching the division and previews the short-week matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.(00:02:14) Browns Defeat Carolina Panthers(00:06:45) Trusting Deshaun Watson Performance(00:11:40) Mason Graham Defensive Impact(00:17:30) Browns Home Game Atmosphere(00:21:50) Fans React To Watson(00:26:15) Todd Monken Emotional Coaching(00:32:20) Guardians Win Central Division(00:40:10) Potential Postseason Opponents Debate(00:45:05) Analytics Behind Fourth Down(00:50:15) Offensive Line Penalty Issues(00:55:10) Watson Postgame Interview Reaction(01:00:20) Analyzing Watson Fourth Quarter(01:05:45) Boos During Quarterback Change(01:15:15) Guardians Clubhouse Celebration(01:23:10) Mason Graham Draft Value(01:31:35) Daryl Ruiter Joins Show(01:44:00) Rutenberg Defensive Pressure Streak(01:53:40) Fan Reactions To Winning(02:02:35) Arch Manning Draft Rumors(02:12:35) Quarterback Competition Take Apologies

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' 21-18 victory and debate whether the fan base is ready to trust Deshaun Watson after his strong fourth-quarter performance. They also evaluate Todd Monken's impact on the offense and celebrate the Cleveland Guardians clinching their third straight division title.(00:02:48) Browns Victory Reaction(00:06:40) Trusting Deshaun Watson(00:12:27) Todd Monken Coaching Style(00:21:20) Browns Fan Callers(00:33:30) Guardians Win Division(00:39:00) ALDS Matchup Analysis

Ken and Lima examine the Cleveland Browns' 21-18 victory over the Panthers, debating Todd Monken's use of analytics and the team's penalty issues. They break down Deshaun Watson's fourth-quarter performance and his teary-eyed post-game message to the Cleveland fans.(00:01:53) Todd Monken Analytics Debate(00:06:44) Human Element In Strategy(00:14:21) Grading Deshaun Watson Play(00:20:12) Watson's Tearful Postgame Comments(00:26:42) Browns Fans Relationship Flip(00:30:12) Guardians Win AL Central(00:39:18) Sports Update: College Football

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Browns' victory over Carolina, highlighting Deshaun Watson's fourth-quarter heroics and Mason Graham's dominant defensive play. They discuss whether fans have finally embraced Watson and evaluate Todd Monken's aggressive play-calling. Daryl Ruiter joins the conversation to analyze the team's defensive streak and look ahead to a crucial Thursday night matchup against the Steelers.(00:01:20) Mason Graham Dominance(00:05:35) Watson Fan Sentiment(00:09:20) Watson Job Security(00:13:15) Daryl Ruiter Interview(00:20:52) Todd Monken Evaluation(00:26:38) Browns Defensive Streak(00:30:45) Steelers Short Week(00:36:05) Listener Debate Segment

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Browns' thrilling 21-18 victory over the Panthers and debate if it is officially Deshaun Watson's team. They clash with callers over Watson's polarizing reputation and question if critics owe Todd Monken an apology for doubting the quarterback competition results. (00:02:35) Browns Victory Reactions (00:07:10) Watson versus Shedeur Sanders (00:11:35) Callers Debate Fan Booing (00:17:20) Demanding Todd Monken Apologies (00:23:15) Confronting Deshaun Watson Critics (00:28:45) Ken Carman Bandwagon Talk (00:35:30) Deshaun Watson Contract Future

After a Todd Monken clip, Lima argues the accusations that Monken misled everyone on the quarterback competition were unfair no matter how Deshaun Watson finishes, while Ken says it's too soon to demand anything. A caller asks about re-signing Watson after a deep playoff run, and Ken lays out four scenarios (trade, cut, franchise tag, extend), calling the tag the most likely and joking about what it would say about Kevin Stefanski. Another caller describes how game day turns everyone into a believer, and Ken admits he picked Carolina until stadium "fan mode" kicked in.

After Harold Fannin's game-winning touchdown, Lima demands apologies from everyone who accused Todd Monken of lying or gaslighting about the quarterback competition, while Ken argues it's far too early after three games. A caller who drove seven hours to boo Deshaun Watson with his son ends up in a heated back-and-forth with Ken and Lima about his 16-of-30, 144-yard day. Ken insists he isn't celebrating, admits he was picking Carolina, and warns Watson could still be benched if he struggles Thursday.

Ken and Lima kick off with Todd Monken's fired-up locker room celebration after the 21-18 win, then plug Thursday's Steelers game and Ken's viewing party at the Bay Village Men's Club. They argue Deshaun Watson has earned a runway as the starter, then detour into Dante Moore's injury and Arch Manning's shaky play, wondering if next year's quarterback class is as safe as everyone thinks. Callers debate the mixed cheers and boos at the home opener, and Ken and Lima insist the wins prove the Watson experiment isn't a waste, since Harold Fannin, Denzel Boston, and KC Concepcion are getting real chances to grow.

Ken and Lima debate whether the quarterback job now belongs to Deshaun Watson, with Ken admitting he expected only a two-game stint before Shedeur Sanders took over and Lima saying a solid showing against Pittsburgh would shelve the Sanders talk until midseason. Caller Dave argues the city is intoxicated by a couple of wins and fears the Haslams could end up extending Watson. Ken and Lima concede he has a point but counter with EPA per play numbers that put Watson ahead of Baker Mayfield, C.J. Stroud, and Aaron Rodgers in a league full of shaky quarterback play.

Daryl Ruiter tells Ken and Lima that the Browns' 12 penalties, including five on one drive, come from the veteran linemen rather than the rookies, and that the line is making Deshaun Watson's job harder than it needs to be. He questions Todd Monken's decision to go for it on fourth and one but likes the aggressiveness, and credits the defense for locking down Tet McMillan and extending its streak without allowing a 300-yard passer. Ken and Lima close by looking ahead to Thursday's game against Pittsburgh and how a 3-1 start would change the tone around the team.

After Todd Monken gushes about Mason Graham's development, the Ken and Lima go down the 2025 top ten and decide they'd take Graham over nearly everyone, with only Armand Membou as real competition. The Browns' secondary gets credit for surviving Tyson Campbell's injury, and the talk turns to Deshaun Watson, whose second straight fourth-quarter rally has fans cheering but not yet fully sold. A caller demands an immediate extension, and the hosts can't tell if he's trolling.

Anthony hands out his likes to the Browns defense for its 30 pressures against Carolina, the Guardians for clinching the AL Central and Jeremiah Smith for his four-touchdown Heisman push.

Ken and Anthony play Deshaun Watson's postgame comments to Fox and reporters, where he said he loves Cleveland and got teary-eyed after finishing the job in front of the home crowd. They debate whether fans have turned on his side, grade his fourth quarter comeback and break down how free-form the passing game is with the offensive line struggling. A caller who was in the Dawg Pound weighs in on whether Watson's words are genuine and whether there were boos when he re-entered after Shedeur Sanders' one play.

Ken and Anthony open with Todd Monken's postgame comments and his backwards hat, then spend most of the segment debating the Browns' decision to go for it on fourth and one late against Carolina instead of kicking the field goal. They question whether analytics can account for the flow of the game, the weather and the human element, and they credit Monken for playing to win while wondering if the Browns can consistently convert short yardage. They also point out the Panthers' own fourth down gambles handed Cleveland 10 points in the first half.

Ken and Anthony open with voicemails from fans who have flipped from Todd Monken doubters to believers after the Browns beat Carolina, then turn to the Guardians clinching their third straight division title. They debate whether this year's run beats last year's historic comeback, crediting the young roster and players like Chase DeLauter and Steven Kwan for picking up the slack while Jose Ramirez struggled. They also weigh the pros and cons of a week off before the ALDS and whether they would rather face the White Sox or the Astros.

Ken and Anthony open Browns Victory Monday by asking whether two big fourth quarters are enough to start trusting Deshaun Watson, with callers weighing in on Watson, Todd Monken and what happens at quarterback if the Browns keep winning. They also laugh about Monken's backwards postgame hat, worn as a nod to defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg, and which hats he should try next. Ken admits he stayed in pure fan mode after the win, so loud at home that his wife asked if he had bet on the game.

Ken and Anthony react to the Browns' 21-18 home opener win over Carolina, where Deshaun Watson had just 67 passing yards entering the fourth quarter before leading another comeback. They debate whether fans are finally ready to trust Watson, praise the defense led by Mason Graham and the pressure Mike Rutenberg dialed up, and soak in a fun home opener atmosphere. The conversation wraps with a look ahead to the Steelers on Thursday night.

Andy Baskin and Daryl Ruiter recap the Browns 21-18 win over the Panthers. The guys discuss another strong fourth quarter from Deshaun Watson, multiple defensive stands, Harold Fannin Jr. a playmaker and Todd Monken is clearly getting his player's attention.

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Guardians' postseason berth and the intense debate over the team's success in the AL Central. They discuss the emotional return of Nick Chubb to retire as a Cleveland Brown and the ongoing discourse regarding fan reactions toward Deshaun Watson. Daryl Ryder and Nathan Zagura provide depth on the Browns' defensive front and evaluate the development of rookie edge rusher Jared Verse. (00:01:50) Guardians Postseason Success (00:06:40) AL Central Rivalry Debate (00:11:45) Playoff Celebration Controversy (00:18:52) Zach Meisel July Recap (00:24:30) Nick Chubb Retirement News (00:31:55) Deshaun Watson Booing Debate (00:37:15) Browns vs Panthers Preview (00:46:30) Jared Verse Sack Pressure (00:56:00) Parker Messick Sunday Dilemma (01:05:00) Guardians Doubleheader Plans (01:13:40) NFL Fan Booing Culture (01:20:40) Browns Mount Rushmore Talk (01:27:50) Deshaun Watson Progress (01:33:30) Daryl Ryder Interview (01:40:15) Defensive Line Impact (01:51:11) Nathan Zagura Interview (02:03:50) Nick Chubb Legacy (02:12:10) College Football Expansion (02:25:41) Coming In Hot Callers