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Ken Carmen and Anthony Lima discuss March Madness brackets and the possibility of Jared Calhoun taking a major coaching job. They also engage with callers about the Cleveland Browns quarterback situation and evaluate Andrew Berry's performance as general manager. 01:03 - March Madness And Jared Calhoun 05:08 - Browns Quarterback Debate 07:30 - Andrew Berry and Channing Frye
Ken evaluates Andrew Berry's success with draft picks and analyzes the ongoing struggles of the Cleveland offensive line. They discuss the career trajectory of Jedrick Wills Jr. and scout potential prospects like Jennings Dunker for the upcoming NFL Draft.
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to Cynthia Frelund's comments suggesting the Cleveland Browns will target a high-round quarterback in the upcoming draft. The discussion evaluates potential fits like Carson Beck and Garrett Nussmeier while considering how a new addition serves as insurance for both Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson. 01:00 - Cynthia Frelund's Browns Prediction 02:34 - Carson Beck's Potential Fit 05:08 - Evaluating Second-Tier QB Prospects 09:50 - Locker Room Impact 12:41 - Andrew Berry's Draft Strategy
They debate the current standing of the Browns within the AFC North, questioning if the team is closing the gap on rivals like the Ravens and Bengals. The conversation touches on Joe Burrow's health, Andrew Berry's draft strategy, and the potential for a major wide receiver trade. Finally, they analyze the Cavaliers' playoff outlook and why a matchup against the Pistons favors Cleveland.
Danny Cunningham evaluates the ethical implications of Baltimore Ravens GM Eric DeCosta's roster moves compared to Cleveland's Andrew Berry. They discuss whether the Browns would be a laughingstock for the same tactics and explore theories regarding league collusion against Lamar Jackson's contract. 01:02 - Browns Draft Strategy 03:20 - DeCosta Ethical Debate 08:16 - Cleveland Organization Perceptions 10:22 - Lamar Jackson Collusion
Jeff and Andy give their first reactions to the Browns introducing Elgton Jenkins and Zion Johnson and then talk about what more the Browns need to do this offseason to improve the team.
Jeff and Andy talk about the moves Andrew Berry has already made in free agency and what more he has to do the rest of the way.
Ken Carman and Jason clash over the idea of the Browns pursuing Kyler Murray, with a heated debate on whether to consider him now or wait until next season. They also delve into Joel Bitonio's uncertain future, discussing the dead cap implications of a potential retirement or move to a contender. Finally, they analyze Andrew Berry's management of the offensive line and the financial decisions surrounding veteran stars. 01:39 - Cleveland Sports Update 02:45 - Kyler Murray Debate 08:19 - Joel Bitonio Future 13:42 - Andrew Berry Management
Browns' Beat Reporter Mary Kay Cabot discusses Andrew Berry's efforts to rebuild the offensive line and the future of veteran Joel Bitonio. The conversation covers draft strategies, including potential trades and the evaluation of college prospects like Shedeur Sanders. Analysis is also provided on the quarterback dynamic under Todd Monken and the team's search for veteran wide receivers.
Andy Baskin and Jeff Phelps react to news of the Cleveland Browns re-signing punter Corey Bojorquez and evaluate Andrew Berry's deliberate free agency moves. They debate the team's sharpshooter approach while identifying significant depth concerns along the offensive line, specifically at left tackle.
Jeff Phelps and Andy Baskin examine the Cleveland Browns' significant investment in their offensive line and how it impacts their competitive window. They discuss reports from Mary Kay Cabot regarding Andrew Berry's draft flexibility and analyze whether the team is building for the present or future seasons. The discussion also touches on Todd Monken's potential impact on the quarterback room.
Ken and Anthony discuss the Cleveland Browns' recent offensive line signings, including Tevin Jenkins, and the challenges of integrating a brand-new unit under coach George Warhop. He expresses concern over Andrew Berry's draft history with linemen while highlighting how these veteran additions provide flexibility for the team at the number six overall pick. The conversation also touches on potential draft targets like Monroe Freeling and the future of veteran Joel Bitonio.
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin cover the potential ripple effects of a Maxx Crosby trade and the Las Vegas Raiders' philosophy regarding rookie quarterbacks. Discussion shifts to a review of the Cleveland Browns' free agency acquisitions on the offensive line and a critique of Andrew Berry's historical tendency to avoid drafting linemen. 01:00 - Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors 03:07 - Rookie Quarterback Development Strategies 03:45 - Browns Free Agency Moves 07:53 - Cleveland Offensive Line Analysis 12:42 - Andrew Berry Draft Success
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin observes Andrew Berry's shift in strategy to prioritize offensive line depth and health after a "bottomless pit" of bad offense last season. They discuss the impact of players like Dawand Jones and examine data from Kevin Cole suggesting the Browns are the most improved team this offseason. 01:00 - Fixing The Offensive Floor 04:13 - Draft Strategy And Depth 08:41 - NFL's Most Improved Team
92.3 The Fan's own Daryl Ruiter joins Afternoon Drive. He talks about the start of the new league year, Browns moves in free agency, how they impact their draft strategy, and more.
They discuss Dominic Clary's resemblance to a character from the show TED and review a recent interview with Daryl Ruiter. The conversation shifts to reality TV shows about polygamy and the trade-offs of seeking fame through manufactured drama. Finally, they take a call from Relle to analyze Andrew Berry's management and the Osa Odighizuwa trade. 01:00 - Dominic Clary Appearance 03:17 - Reality TV Polyamory 11:18 - Browns Roster Moves
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima recap the Browns' quiet approach to free agency, praising Andrew Berry for avoiding desperate, overpaid signings. They discuss Joel Bitonio's potential future and loyalty to Cleveland while evaluating recent acquisitions on the offensive line.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss the Browns' recent free agency additions, highlighting the importance of veteran locker room leaders. They explore the possibility of Joel Bitonio leaving Cleveland to chase a Super Bowl ring with a contender before retirement. The discussion also critiques Andrew Berry's recent draft history on the offensive line and the fan reaction to Malik Willis.
Nick and Jonathan look at the Cleveland Browns' quarterback options and the potential for a veteran addition like Mac Jones or Kyler Murray. They examine Andrew Berry's track record and debate the future of the quarterback room while waiting for Deshaun Watson's situation to clarify. 01:07 - Andrew Berry's QB Management 03:14 - Mac Jones Trade Speculation 08:08 - Drafting Future Browns Quarterbacks 11:34 - Burger Bet Debate
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima kick around a big “what if” scenario involving Maxx Crosby and get into a lively debate about whether the Cleveland Browns should even think about trading Myles Garrett for draft picks. They also take a closer look at GM Andrew Berry's overall roster-building strategy before wrapping up with a quick recap of the Cavaliers' recent loss to the Celtics.
Anthony Lima brings a few things to the table that spark plenty of discussion. He starts with the recent contract restructures for Deshaun Watson and Denzel Ward, which leads to a spirited debate about Andrew Berry's track record as Browns GM. The conversation even drifts into a comparison between Berry's tenure and Joe Banner's time in Cleveland. From there, Lima shifts gears to talk about the upcoming MAC basketball tournament before wrapping things up by giving a shoutout to his wife, Sara, for taking first place in a half marathon in Sarasota.
Tyvis Powell joined Baskin and Phelps to break down all of the free agency moves that have happened so far during the legal tampering period and explained why he's not surprised the Browns have yet to make a big move. He talked about which free agents he'd like to see the Browns pursue and which players he thinks the team could let go as we head in to the new league year.
Scott Petrak joined Baskin and Phelps to share his predictions for the impending legal tampering period, what moves he expects the Browns to make, and how he thinks the Browns will fill out their positions of need. He also discussed potential quarterback moves and how aggressive Andrew Berry will be with some of the bigger names on the market.
Andy and Daryl continue their free agent conversations and whether or not they think Andrew Berry will make a move for a quarterback.
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Ken Carman and Daryl Ruiter discuss the Cleveland Browns' quarterback dilemma and the potential for one final Deshaun Watson contract restructure to create cap space. They evaluate the viability of options like Shador Sanders, Malik Willis, and Kyler Murray while debating whether the organization can actually fix a reclamation project at the position. 02:21 - Browns QB Wish List 04:00 - Cleveland's Quarterback Purgatory 05:00 - Kyler Murray Reclamation Project 08:10 - Evaluating Shador Sanders 10:10 - Caller Pro-Browns Take 13:38 - Watson Contract Restructure 18:47 - Watson Trade Potential 22:40 - Building Around Shador 25:14 - Cleveland's Offensive Struggle 35:03 - Russell Westbrook vs. Media
Anthony Lima and Tone discuss the potential acquisition of Kyler Murray, emphasizing that a public endorsement from Myles Garrett would be the deciding factor for their support. They evaluate the organizational alignment between Todd Monken and Andrew Berry while debating if the Cleveland Browns are in a win-now mode or a transition phase. 01:25 - Kyler Murray Debate 04:41 - Organizational Alignment Discussion 08:56 - Garrett Leadership and Recruitment
Nick and Jonathan delve into the viability of Kyler Murray as a low-cost quarterback option for the Cleveland Browns while debating the organization's long-term strategy under Andrew Berry. They examine the pitfalls of transition years and the allure of unknown prospects compared to veteran continuity. The conversation includes a heated exchange with a caller regarding player value and the team's history of roster management. 01:00 - Kyler Murray Browns Fit 04:10 - Transition Year Frustrations 08:15 - Andrew Berry Roster Strategy
Jeff and Andy share their takeaways from their conversation with John McClain and how good of a move this was for Andrew Berry and the Browns.
The Browns have proposed a new rule to the NFL to allow teams to trade picks five years in advance instead of three. Lima and Daryl delve into what that could mean for the league and whether it might eventually open the door to trade Myles Garrett.
Chris Easterling joined Baskin and Phelps to share the latest news coming out of the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. He talked about why he thinks a few prospects might be fool's gold, why he thinks the Browns don't have a starting quarterback at the moment, and he discussed what their options are for bringing in a quarterback to be their starter. Chris also shared his predictions for the Browns during free agency, and how aggressive he thinks Andrew Berry will be in signing free agents.
Andy and Jeff run down the Browns' needs at both offensive line and wide receiver and discuss which position they think Andrew Berry will address first.
First Takes resumes with Stephen A.'s smoking hot Thunder take! How much can we trust them without SGA? (0:00) Then, Browns GM Andrew Berry on Shedeur's chances to start week 1! Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Olympic hockey OT, Tarik Skubal, and Aaron Glenn! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:00) Recapping interviews from yesterday (16:00) NFL admits to bad calls in Week 14 Steelers-Ravens game (27:00) Will Eagles trade A.J. Brown? (36:00) Jon Spytek expects Maxx Crosby to remain a Raider (44:30) Nick Caserio responds to C.J. Stroud trade rumors (53:30) Andrew Berry on Browns starting QBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senior NBA writer Joe Vardon joins Ken and Lima to talk his takeaways from Cavs v Knicks last night. The boys also continue to break down Andrew Berry soundbites from the combine.
Andrew Berry openly said the Browns would wait to be aggressive in free agency until 2027, but what does he plan to do at the quarterback position? Ken and Anthony discuss all the possibilities
Ken and Lima's listeners sound off on the Cavs huge victory and the guys dissect Andrew Berry's interview at the NFL Combine.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley and Dan Labbe are at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis all week on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. The crew breaks down everything from Browns GM Andrew Berry's press conference. While Berry didn't reveal all his cards, the quarterback position was front and center. They discuss the ongoing competition between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson, and Berry's confirmation that the team is exploring all external options, including names like Malik Willis and Ty Simpson. With Berry open to a training camp battle, it's clear that anything can happen. The conversation then shifts to the highly anticipated press conference with new head coach Todd Monken. Will his "loose cannon" style provide more definitive answers on the offense? Plus, the hosts dive into other key takeaways from Berry's availability, including a potential overhaul of the offensive line, the uncertain future of cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. following his Achilles injury and the unfortunate news regarding linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah's career. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seth and Sean dive into the top audio coming out of the NFL Combine, specifically from Robert Saleh, Ben Johnson, Ryan Poles and Andrew Berry. Then discuss the Jets' plan to franchise tag Breece Hall and if the Texans should think of trying to trade for him.
Ashley Bastock of Cleveland.com joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. She talks about what stood out from Todd Monken's press conference at the NFL Combine, the current state of the Browns QB room, Andrew Berry's comments about free agency, and more.
Andy and Jeff try to gauge Andrew Berry's trust in his current quarterbacks based on his comments from the NFL Combine and if they think it's an indication that the Browns will be bringing in a veteran quarterback this off-season.
Jeff and Andy dissect Andrew Berry's comments on the Browns' starting quarterback situation and why they think he's being so non-committal about the position.
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It is officially combine week! On today's edition of the show LIVE from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, the guys are joined by Browns GM Andrew Berry (29:32) to discuss the offseason ahead. The Godfather of CBD Vic Carucci also joins the show (54:30) to discuss several different topics around the league. NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah also sits down with Beau and Z to break down this year's WR and OL classes (44:12).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this special episode of From the Podium presented by Bullseye Event Group, hear from Browns GM Andrew Berry from the combine in Indianapolis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nick and Jonathan discuss what an aggressive offseason could look like for Andrew Berry and the Browns.
The MMQB's Albert Breer joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about the Browns reported interest in Malik Willis, Andrew Berry's job security, what he's watching out for this NFL offseason, and more.
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin react to Andrew Berry's press conference, including his comments about free agency and the QB room. Then, they react to the best sound bites and storylines from around the sports and entertainment world.
92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Browns from during the past week by The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive. Reacting to the news of star guard Wyatt Teller's departure. Is the O-line in trouble? And would you care if he signs with Pittsburgh? Plus, debating whether to upgrade at quarterback or wide receiver, the possibility of trading Denzel Ward, and will Andrew Berry make any splashy moves?
92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Browns from during the past week by The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive. Reacting to the news of star guard Wyatt Teller's departure. Is the O-line in trouble? And would you care if he signs with Pittsburgh? Plus, debating whether to upgrade at quarterback or wide receiver, the possibility of trading Denzel Ward, and will Andrew Berry make any splashy moves?