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The Rebuild is a weekly, half-hour podcast hosted by a rotating cast of Jordan Zirm, Peter Moses, Gates Merriman and Henry Ettinger. Each week they examine the state of the Cleveland Browns -- not only game by game, but on a large scale level as they look toward the future.

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    • Apr 20, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 221 EPISODES

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    Denzel Ward's Extension + Edge Prospects Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 35:18


    On this episode of The Rebuild, Henry gives his thoughts on Denzel Ward's record-breaking contract extension. Then, he goes into a deep dive on the eight edge prospects he watched that could be Day 2 picks for the Browns in the upcoming NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Would The Browns Release Baker + Our Reaction To The Browns' Press Conferences

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 30:02


    On this episode, Jordan and Henry gives their thoughts on the Browns' press conferences about Deshaun Watson. Then, they talk about the latest reports about Baker Mayfield, including teams wanting to wait until he's released and the Browns suggesting he could start the season on the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    More On The Watson Trade + Baker's Trade Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 68:17


    Jordan joins Henry on the pod to give his perspective on the Browns move for Deshaun Watson. They talk about his experience breaking the news on air and the reaction among fans. They also discuss the reporting that has come out about the Baker Mayfield and Watson pursuits since the trade went through. Finally, they end the show discussing the lack of interest in Baker from other teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Emergency Pod: Browns Trade For Deshaun Watson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 19:47


    In a surprise turn of events, the Browns have officially traded for Deshaun Watson. Henry jumps on to talk about the on and off the field impact Watson will have on the Browns moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    No Watson, Baker Requests A Trade...Now What?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 43:30


    The Browns aren't getting Deshaun Watson. Baker Mayfield has requested a trade. The team is denying that request. NOW WHAT? Henry and Peter jump on for a special crossover episode to discuss this tumultuous time for Browns fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Amari Cooper, Deshaun Watson, Jarvis Landry, & Free Agency Day 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 25:50


    Henry is back! He returns to talk about the Browns trade for Amari Cooper, the cutting of Jarvis Landry, the Deshaun Watson Rumors and so much more. He then talks about his major takeaways from the first day of free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Will The Browns Take Any Big Swings In Free Agency?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 35:04


    On this episode, Henry and Jordan discuss if the Browns will sign any of the biggest names in free agency at WR, DE, or DT this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Hue Jackson's Comment, Kenny Pickett, & The Steelers QB Situation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 28:54


    On this episode, Henry and Jordan talk about Hue Jackson's latest comments about his time in Cleveland, if it's newsworthy that the Browns talked to Kenny Pickett at the Senior Bowl, and who they want the Steelers to end up with at QB this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Takeaways From Championship Weekend, Bengals or OBJ & Browns Draft Guardrails

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 26:30


    On this episode of the show, Henry discusses why the results from championship weekend should give Browns fans optimism about their chances in future seasons. He also talks about who he is rooting for in the Super Bowl between two bad options. Finally, he lays out the Browns drafting guardrails as a reminder to Browns fans ahead of the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Jordan Returns! Baker's Likability, Russell Wilson & Derek Carr, and Other Roster Needs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 42:45


    On this episode, Jordan makes his return to chat with Henry about Baker Mayfield's social media behavior and if it's made him less likable. Then, they talk about the feasibility of Russell Wilson and Derek Carr coming to Cleveland and what other needs have to be addressed on the Browns roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Lessons From The Divisional Round, Dustin Fox's Tweets About Baker Mayfield, OBJ's Success & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 24:47


    On this episode, Henry talks about his biggest takeaways from the Divisional Round and how they apply to the Browns. He also talks about OBJ having success in LA and why rooting for the Bengals does not disqualify you from being a Browns fan. Finally, he touches on Dustin Fox's tweets about Baker Mayfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Malik McDowell Arrested + Baker Has Shoulder Surgery

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 22:45


    Henry goes solo to talk about Malik McDowell being arrested, likely ending his time with the Browns. He then talks about what the Browns options might be in the draft and free agency at DT. Finally, he ends the show with a quick update on Baker Mayfield and why what Browns fans should really be rooting for is clarity.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    If Not Baker, Who?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 19:37


    In this episode, Henry talks about the Browns other potential options at QB if the team did move on from Baker Mayfield. He talks about why he wouldn't want Jimmy Garoppolo or Deshaun Watson, but why he would take Derek Carr. He also points out the revisionist history going on in the fanbase about Josh Allen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    How About The Good Stuff? Browns 2021 Season Highlights + Who To Root For In The NFL Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 24:54


    Henry goes solo for this episode to recap his favorite storylines, games, and plays from the Browns season. He also touches on who he'll be rooting for in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Baker Mayfield Will Be The Browns 2022 Starting QB + Setting the Offseason Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 31:41


    On this episode, Henry talks about Ian Rapaport's reporting that Baker Mayfield will be the Browns 2022 starting quarterback. He also touches on the Mary Kay Cabot article earlier this week. Finally, he talks about the Browns situation for the upcoming offseason in terms of cap space, free agents from this year's team, and team needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    A Funeral for the 2021-2022 Cleveland Browns + Baker Mayfield Rumors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 47:26


    Jordan is back just in time to talk about the demise of the Browns season. He and Henry talk about what went wrong, Baker Mayfield's post-game comments, and if the relationship between Baker and Stefanski can be repaired. They also discuss the rumors that Baker and the Browns are unhappy with one another and what other options the Browns might have at QB this offseason if they do move on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Still Alive: Browns-Steelers MNF Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2022 24:47


    Henry previews a hugely important matchup against the Steelers on Monday Night Football. He talks about all of the latest news regarding COVID and injuries, why the Browns should have success on the ground against the Steelers, and how they can spoil Big Ben's final game at Heinz Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Baker Bombs: Mayfield's Poor Performance Brings More Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021 38:22


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    This Is Temporarily A Chiefs Podcast: A Path To The Playoffs + Previewing Browns-Packers On Christmas Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2021 31:04


    Henry jumps on to talk about the latest COVID and injury news with the Browns including the return of Baker Mayfield, the loss of J.C Tretter, and the latest on Myles Garrett. Then, he goes on to preview the Browns-Packers matchup and why the Browns might have a chance to pull the upset. Finally, he ends the podcast explaining the Browns path to the playoffs and why Browns fans need to root for the Chiefs and Bengals this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    So Close: Browns Suffer Last-Second Loss To Raiders

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 25:23


    On this episode, Henry reacts to the Browns last-second loss against the Raiders. He defends the coaching staff, talks about the handful of plays that the Browns couldn't come up with, and how they could still make the playoffs if everything breaks right. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    In Mullens We Trust: Browns Get A Few Players Back But No QBs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 18:57


    Henry jumps on for a quick game preview now that the roster is finalized for tonight's matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. He talks about what to expect from Mullens and this offense and how likely he thinks it is that the Browns can pull out this crucial game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Game Postponed To Monday + The Raiders Playing The Victim

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 23:02


    On this episode, Henry goes solo to talk about the league's decision to postpone the game to Monday, why he is so annoyed with the reaction from Raiders fans, some Browns fans, players, and journalists. Then he goes into what fans can expect to see based on what we know as of this recording. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    COVID Strikes Again + More Thoughts On The Browns Offensive Struggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 57:25


    On this episode, Henry and Jordan give more thoughts on the Ravens game and in particular, focus on why they think the offense still doesn't look like it did last season. They also touch on what they think the ceiling is for this defense after its performance over the last few weeks. Then, they look ahead to the Raiders game and discuss the impact of the COVID cases that they are aware of so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Stayin' Alive, Stayin' Alive: Browns Beat Ravens, Remain in the Playoff Mix

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 21:38


    On this episode, Henry goes into why he thinks the Browns would have won the game even if Lamar Jackson played, why he's encouraged about the defense going forward, and how Baker Mayfield's improved health showed itself on Sunday. Then, he talks about the outstanding concerns with Mayfield still and what adjustments he'd like to see from Kevin Stefanski going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Bye Week Adjustments + Mack Wilson At Long Snapper?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 40:43


    Henry and Jordan jump back on to talk about what adjustments they'd like to see the Browns make on offense and defense coming out of the bye week. They also discuss how the results from around the AFC North over the weekend helped the Browns and what the Browns would have to do if Charley Hughlett can't play long snapper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Evaluating Kevin Stefanski's Role In The Browns' Failures

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 35:16


    On this episode, Jordan and Henry give more thoughts about the Ravens game, and in particular, talk about what role Kevin Stefanski's coaching has in the Browns failures. They touch on his play-calling, his decision to keep Baker Mayfield as the starter, the team's discipline, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Rock Bottom

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 17:54


    0-16. A Loser's Parade. A coach jumping into Lake Erie. In 2017 the Cleveland Browns winless season capped off the worst two-season record in NFL history. In a league designed for parity, how did this once-proud franchise end up so bad for so long? Most stories are told from beginning to end, but the story of the Browns' 20 years of football has to start here: Rock Bottom. Get Ready for Brownstown Live! Calling all Browns fans! In honor of Brownstown, Blue Wire is hosting a party by Browns fans FOR browns fans. Join host @AndreKnott and guests Josh Cribbs, Zak Jackson and go inside the unbelievable, and often hilarious, story of how the Browns stayed bad while a city and fanbase loved them anyways. Grab your tickets here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Trying To Find The Silver Linings: Browns Fall To Ravens, 6-6

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 31:23


    On this episode, Henry reacts to the Browns heartbreaking loss to the Ravens on SNF. He gives his optimistic and pessimistic viewpoints of the game, the offensive side of the football, and the defensive side of the football before going over what lies ahead for the Browns after the bye week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    No Rest For The Weary: Previewing Browns-Ravens On SNF

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 54:06


    Henry and Jordan start the episode by discussing the recent comments from Baker Mayfield about the fans and the controversy surrounding him not celebrating with his teammates after a win against the Lions. They then move on to preview the primetime matchup against the Ravens. How can the Browns slow down Lamar Jackson? What will the return of Jack Conklin and Kareem Hunt mean for the offense? All that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    A Win Is A Win...Supposedly. Browns Escape Against Lions

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 26:21


    On this episode, Jordan and Henry react to the Browns narrow victory over the winless Lions and try to be as optimistic as possible. Should Baker Mayfield have even played in this game? What is going on with John Johnson III? Can you expect anything from the Browns against the Ravens next week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Who Is Tim Boyle? Browns-Lions Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 21:57


    On this episode, Henry dives into all of the latest news surrounding Browns-Lions including Jared Goff's injury status, Nick Chubb's return from COVID, and more. Henry then shares all he could find about Tim Boyle, the likely Lions starter on Sunday, before diving into key matchups on both sides of the ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Searching For Answers: Coaching Scrutiny, Veterans Disappointing & Myles Garrett Postgame Comments

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 34:19


    On this episode, Jordan is back on the podcast with Henry to talk about the problems with Kevin Stefanski and Joe Woods, which veterans have turned in disappointing performances this year, and why he took issue with Myles Garrett's postgame comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Riding The Rollercoaster: Patriots 45, Browns 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 24:55


    On this episode, Henry jumps on to talk about why he thinks the Browns are so inconsistent, what went wrong in the game today, and why it's time to move on from Joe Woods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Wyatt Teller's Extension, RB COVID Chaos, OBJ Clears Waivers & Patriots Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 32:27


    Henry covers all of the recent news surrounding the Browns including what he thinks of Wyatt Teller's extension and what Nick Chubb and Demetric Felton testing positive for COVID could mean for Sunday. He then talks about OBJ clearing waivers and where he'd like to see the former Browns WR end up. Finally, he previews the huge Browns-Patriots matchup coming up this Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Addition By Subtraction: Browns Dominate The Battle Of Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 22:28


    Henry jumps on after a big Browns victory over the Bengals to talk about the addition by subtraction with OBJ and the Browns. He touches on why this was a big test for Baker and Kevin Stefanski, how this game might have been the sign of more things to come with Donovan Peoples-Jones, and what took so long for the secondary to come together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    More on OBJ + Browns v. Bengals Optimism?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 33:41


    Jordan returns to the show alongside Henry to give his thoughts on the OBJ situation, how the team moves forward in the long-term, and what he expects to see on the field against the Bengals on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    OBJ Drama and Is It Time To Reset Expectations?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 33:27


    On this episode, Henry gets into all the latest on Odell Beckham Jr. including what OBJ is right about, why he's handling it poorly, and what the outcome will be for the rest of this season. Then, Henry dives into his thoughts on Baker Mayfield, Kevin Stefanski, and why it might be time to reset expectations for this team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    A Look Around The NFL With Blaiden Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 47:38


    On this episode, Henry takes a look around the NFL with Stay Hot's Blaiden Kirk. They touch on the Bengals, the Ravens, the MVP conversation & much more. Of course, they also talk plenty about the Browns including the future of the WR core, Baker Mayfield, and how the defense needs to improve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Mini-Bye Reset + More Baker Mayfield Contract News

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 41:57


    On this episode, Henry and Jordan quickly touch on some other thoughts they had about the Broncos victory before getting into the latest reports from Dan Graziano about Baker Mayfield's potential contract extension. Then they discuss how the first seven games have differed so far from what they expected coming into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Victory Friday: Browns Buck Broncos, Move To 4-3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 28:40


    On this episode, Henry reacts to the Browns critical 17-14 win over the Broncos. He talks about how this was an organizational victory from top to bottom, how Kevin Stefanski was able to put the offense in a position to succeed, and what adjustments Joe Wodds made on defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Emergency Pod: Case Keenum Named The Starter Against The Broncos

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 32:07


    Henry and Jordan hop on for an emergency podcast to discuss the news that Case Keenum will start against the Broncos Thursday. They talk about if this is the right decision, what the difference between Keenum and Baker will be, and what the long-term implications are for this move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    How Can The Browns Overcome Their Injuries?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 50:03


    On this episode, Jordan comes back to the podcast to talk with Henry about the injuries to the roster, Kevin Stefanski's role in the offense's struggles, and whether or not it's time to move on from Joe Woods. Then, the two give their thoughts on the matchup against the Broncos on Thursday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Browns, Baker Have Their Backs Against The Wall

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 25:30


    On this episode, Henry reacts to the Browns getting blown out by the Cardinals, the key concerns on both sides of the football, and what the team has to do going forward to right the ship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Browns-Cardinals Preview: Injuries, COVID, Weather...and Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 39:42


    On this episode, Henry and Jordan go through all the latest injury and COVID news that could affect the game Sunday. Then they talk about key matchups on both sides of the football and what kind if impact the weather in Cleveland may have on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Room For Nuance: Baker Mayfield's Late Game Struggles, Should the Browns Should Trade OBJ, & Punting Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 45:07


    Jordan joins Henry to try and have a fair, honest conversation about Baker Mayfield's issues in late-game situations. The two also touch on Kevin Stefanksi's first big blunder as Browns head coach. Finally, they end the podcast talking about whether or not the Browns should trade OBJ and what the team should do about the punting situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Battered Browns Fall To The Chargers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 20:21


    Henry gives his postgame reaction following the Browns 47-42 loss to the Chargers. He talks about the real reasons the Browns lost the game, where the team needs to improve, and most importantly, encourages fans not to overreact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Emergency Pod: Dr. Raj Brar On Baker Mayfield's Partially Torn Labrum

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 11:37


    Henry brings on Dr. Raj Brar from 3CB Performance to talk about Baker Mayfield's injury. They talk about the specific nature of the injury, what it would take to fully heal, and how it could be affecting Baker's performance on the field this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Browns-Chargers Preview ft. Steven Haglund

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 47:16


    Henry is joined by Steven Haglund from Guilty As Charged to preview Browns-Chargers. Topics include: -The improved Chargers offense -The matchup between the Browns D-line and the Chargers O-line -The Browns rushing offense vs the Chargers run defense -How Joey Bosa impacts the game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Defensive Improvement + Is It Time To Worry About The Baker-OBJ Connection?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 43:28


    On this episode, Jordan is back with Henry to give his thoughts on the game. The two weigh in on Baker Mayfield's struggles and discuss is OBJ's presence could be the cause. They then talk about what has stood out to them about the defense's improvement and give some keys to the matchup against the Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Browns Survive Vikings, Move To 3-1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 22:26


    In this game recap, Henry (henry_ettinger) gives his initial thoughts on the Browns 14-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings. He talks about how the defense is coming together, what Baker's poor performance means going forward, and why he didn't understand some of the criticism of Kevin Stefanski. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Old Friends: Browns-Vikings Preview w/ Purple Insider's Matthew Coller

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 59:54


    Purple Insider's Matthew Coller sits down with the guys to preview the Browns-Vikings game this Sunday. They chat about the familiarity among the coaching staffs, Kirk Cousins' performance so far this season, and the potential defensive game-wreckers on both teams. Get Ready for Brownstown Live! Calling all Browns fans! In honor of Brownstown, Blue Wire is hosting a party by Browns fans FOR browns fans. Join host @AndreKnott and guests Josh Cribbs, Zak Jackson and go inside the unbelievable, and often hilarious, the story of how the Browns stayed bad while a city and fanbase loved them anyways. Grab your tickets here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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