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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dive into the controversy surrounding Mary Kay Cabot's remarks on Browns Assistant GM Catherine Raîche's attire. They evaluate the fallout of the Kawhi Leonard trade for the Clippers and debate if it's more disastrous than the Deshaun Watson deal. 02:05 - Mary Kay Cabot Controversy 07:21 - Double Standards in Cleveland 13:08 - College Football Season Preview 19:34 - Comparing Historic Bad Trades 24:14 - Baker Mayfield Franchise Status 33:56 - Extreme Heat Training Acclimation 39:59 - Akron Zips Season Opener
Anthony Lima and Ken Carman evaluate the decision to start Deshaun Watson, debating whether public opinion should influence coaching staff choices. Mary Kay Cabot provides insight into the locker room atmosphere and addresses the criticism directed toward Catherine Raîche's wardrobe. They wrap up with a sobering look at the team's win total projections and the limitations of the current roster. 02:13 - Earnhardt Anniversary Banter 05:46 - Florio On Fan Influence 12:09 - Mary Kay Cabot Interview 17:14 - Roster Depth And Development 20:52 - Offensive Line Injury Updates 30:22 - Lima Defends Five-Win Outlook 36:09 - Watson vs Sanders Curiosity
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate the necessity of an MLB salary cap after an ESPN report highlights anonymous player pushback. Matt Derry joins to discuss the Cleveland Guardians' recent defensive struggles and whether the team should bench rookie Travis Bazzana. They also analyze the NBA's major sanctions against the Los Angeles Clippers. 01:50 - Guardians and Browns Preview 05:15 - MLB Salary Cap Debate 12:01 - Matt Derry on Guardians 17:54 - Travis Bazzana Usage Debate 23:00 - MLB Financial Reform Discussion 32:33 - NBA Clippers Cap Sanctions 37:43 - Tiger Woods Legal Trouble
The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima discusses the Cleveland Guardians' recent performance and the intense MLB playoff race. They also analyze the massive penalty handed to the Los Angeles Clippers, evaluate the controversy surrounding Cleveland Browns assistant general manager Catherine Raîche's recent press conference attire, and debate the team's quarterback situation. 02:20 - Guardians Run Differential 07:13 - Staff Personal Style 12:05 - Clippers Cap Circumvention 17:04 - Deshaun Watson Trade 23:00 - Browns Quarterback Rumors 28:00 - Roster Construction Discussion 35:27 - Assistant GM Wardrobe 47:36 - MLB Financial Discussion 55:31 - Matt Derry Interview 01:06:43 - Baseball Market Disparity 01:12:33 - Professional Sports Ethics 01:19:37 - Tiger Woods Driving 01:28:26 - Mike Florio Analysis 01:35:01 - Mary Kay Cabot 01:42:13 - Offensive Line Depth 02:02:54 - Executive Criticism Backlash 02:14:35 - Colorado Season Preview 02:19:54 - Worst Trade Rankings
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima weigh in on the controversial decision regarding whether coaches should personally call players during final roster cuts. They are joined by Bob Haney and Mo Egger to preview the Ravens and Bengals seasons while dissecting the Browns' low preseason power ranking. They also explore the mounting financial burden on fans as Cleveland teams move toward new streaming models. 02:15 - Ravens AFC North Preview 06:05 - Bengals Season Expectations 13:01 - NFL Roster Cut Debate 24:00 - Browns Power Rankings Analysis 34:32 - Cost of Sports Streaming
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the Guardians' series-opening victory and debate whether the win should be credited to manager Stephen Vogt. They also analyze controversial comments from Todd Monken regarding his evaluation of Deshaun Watson and discuss the high stakes for the Browns' upcoming season. 02:51 - Guardians Positive Run Differential 06:01 - Debating Steven Vogt Wins 09:36 - Guardians Playoff Scenario Analysis 13:42 - Assessing Cleveland's Postseason Fervor 20:11 - Todd Monken's Watson Tape Comments 29:03 - Deshaun Watson's Confidence Issues 37:02 - Browns One-Year Audition Discussion
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Guardians' recent success and debate the management style of Steven Vogt. They discuss the Cleveland Browns' quarterback situation involving Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, while also featuring interviews with AFC North insiders. The conversation extends to pop culture with Travis Kelce's real estate news and a look at upcoming college quarterback prospects. 01:50 - Ken Carman Show Intro 07:10 - Steven Vogt Manager Evaluation 14:15 - Guardians October Expectations 23:10 - Todd Monken Watson Comments 30:45 - Cleveland Browns Performance Outlook 37:00 - Future NFL Draft Prospects 52:45 - Travis Kelce Bratenahl Home 01:00:20 - Fan Influence QB Decisions 01:07:45 - About Last Night Recap 01:14:35 - Tony Romo Legal News 01:19:35 - AFC North Team Updates 01:29:45 - NFL Roster Cut Debate 01:39:45 - NFL Power Rankings Analysis 01:50:30 - Sports Streaming Service Costs 01:59:10 - Emery Hunt QB Grades 02:13:30 - Top College Quarterback Prospects 02:29:50 - Football Season Preview Discussion
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima welcome Ben Axelrod to discuss the disconnect between national and local perceptions of Deshaun Watson's performance and character. They also explore the uncertainty surrounding Tony Romo's contract at CBS and the fallout from Bill Simmons' proxy betting admission. 01:40 - Axelrod on Watson Coverage 07:17 - Romo and JJ Watt 14:20 - Simmons Proxy Betting Controversy 17:35 - Media Shedeur Sanders Coverage 23:38 - Shedeur Sanders vs Watson 32:35 - Neutral Zone Football Segment
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate the Browns' roster management strategies and the controversial communication process with players like Tylan Grable and Luke Floriea. They dive into a deep analysis of Deshaun Watson's future and Shedeur Sanders' professional outlook during interviews with Ben Axelrod and Sam Monson. Additional segments focus on the Guardians' prospect call-up logic and the implications of the Cavaliers' new streaming partnership with DAZN. 01:50 - Browns Roster Cut Challenges 06:05 - Tylan Grable Roster Debate 10:42 - Roster Communication Logic Heated 15:48 - Luke Floriea Local Impact 22:12 - Myles Garrett Leadership Review 31:38 - Shedeur Sanders Online Fandom 37:05 - National Media Browns Perception 44:28 - Luke Floriea Practice Squad 56:30 - Ralphy Velazquez Callup Debate 01:08:30 - Baseball Scouting Philosophy Debate 01:13:58 - Maurice Bassett Award Winners 01:18:40 - SEC Roster Eligibility Debate 01:23:28 - Ben Axelrod On Watson 01:28:52 - Tony Romo Broadcasting Future 01:43:08 - Deshaun Watson Fan Reaction 01:52:22 - Sports Update 02:03:02 - Sam Monson Quarterback Analysis 02:12:00 - Shedeur Sanders NFL Outlook 02:20:52 - Cavaliers DAZN Partnership Details 02:36:08 - Sports Media Viewing Costs
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 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 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 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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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 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 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 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 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
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
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
Nick and Jonathan react to Anthony Lima's comments about how the Browns quarterback competition ended. Then, they're joined by Christopher Price of The Boston Globe, and they talk about the longevity of the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini story.
Nick and Jonathan react to comments made by Anthony Lima this week. The guys ask whether they're in the wrong by not accepting Deshaun is better than Shedeur.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate whether trading for Jameis Winston is a viable solution for the Cleveland Browns' struggling quarterback room. They also analyze the Cleveland Guardians' recent success and the merits of promoting prospect Ralphy Velazquez. The conversation shifts to a heated discussion regarding the University of Akron's decision to let a fan call offensive plays during a game. 01:50 - Browns Quarterback Crisis 05:25 - Jameis Winston Trade? 10:42 - Browns Rebuild Strategy 18:51 - Fans Talk Monken 22:19 - Watson's Performance Outlook 28:40 - Guardians Win Streak 36:07 - Ralphy Velazquez Debate 39:42 - Akron Fan OC Contest
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cleveland Guardians' six-game winning streak and debate if making the postseason is enough for the franchise. They discuss the controversial decision by Todd Monken to name Deshaun Watson the starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders despite recent preseason struggles. Joe Thomas joins the conversation to analyze offensive line development and the immense pressure on the Cleveland leadership group. 02:15 - Guardians Win Of Year 07:00 - Cleveland Playoff Standards 12:40 - Ralphy Velasquez Debate 20:20 - Watson Named Starting Quarterback 27:50 - Shedeur Sanders Controversy 34:20 - Watson Performance Critique 41:50 - Roster Continuity Issues 47:30 - Jameis Winston Trade Talk 55:30 - Browns Rebuild Outlook 01:02:30 - Secondary Depth Concerns 01:11:30 - Shedeur Fan Base Influence 01:17:50 - Guardians Winning Streak 01:23:30 - Akron Play Calling Promotion 01:29:40 - Ravens Training Camp Update 01:37:30 - Bengals Super Bowl Hopes 01:43:30 - Steelers Quarterback Situation 01:51:30 - Deshaun Watson Presser Backlash 02:00:30 - Shedeur Sanders Support Analysis 02:07:40 - Joe Thomas Interview 02:19:00 - Spencer Fano Evaluation
Ken Carmen and Anthony Lima evaluate the AFC North with reporters from Baltimore, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh. They explore a hypothetical scenario where Shedeur Sanders and Dylan Gabriel are part of the Browns' quarterback room alongside Deshaun Watson. The conversation focuses on the fallout of Watson's recent performances and the growing fan preference for Sanders as the starter. 02:11 - Ken Weinman on Ravens Training 06:25 - Tony Pike Analyzes Bengals Roster 10:35 - Chris Mueller on Steelers Quarterbacks 14:42 - Deshaun Watson vs Shedeur Sanders 20:15 - Chris Simms on QB Competition 24:57 - Comparing Watson and Sanders 28:38 - Ownership Ego and Roster Decisions 33:54 - Backup QB Popularity in Cleveland 40:50 - Joe Thomas Segment Preview
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the Cleveland Guardians' six-game winning streak and debate whether simply reaching the postseason constitutes a successful year for the young squad. They also analyze comments from Todd Monken regarding the Browns' quarterback situation, specifically why Deshaun Watson remains the starter over Shedeur Sanders. The conversation highlights the operational challenges of starting a rookie versus sticking with a veteran. 01:50 - Guardians Win of the Year 05:10 - College Football Comparisons 09:00 - Playoff Expectations Debate 17:40 - Postseason Success Standards 21:40 - Todd Monken QB Update 27:00 - Monken on QB Competition 36:15 - Watson vs Sanders Analysis 40:40 - Locker Room Dynamics 43:40 - Joe Thomas Interview Tease
Ken Carman plays a clip of Todd Monken explaining his reasoning for starting Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders, and he and Anthony Lima break down whether that explanation actually holds up. They dig into why, if the decision really comes down to "operational" reps, Sanders isn't getting a real shot to prove it in the preseason. Carman and Lima also wrestle with the fan backlash toward Watson and lay out why they still expect Sanders to end up playing more than Watson before the season is out.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the controversial decision to name Deshaun Watson the starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders. They discuss the mounting fan protests at the Jim Brown statue and analyze Watson's recent apology to the city. They also welcome Mike Tannenbaum and Jason Lloyd to break down organizational dysfunction and the Cleveland Guardians' recent success. 01:55 - Watson Named Starter 10:15 - Ownership Interference Debate 17:45 - Deshaun Watson's Apology 26:50 - Trusting Todd Monken 34:55 - Player Fan Disconnect 43:05 - Haslam Ownership Scrutiny 53:05 - Mike Tannenbaum Interview 01:04:25 - NFL Performance Meritocracy 01:11:15 - Guardians Winning Streak 01:20:05 - Adam The Bull 01:30:15 - Season Win Predictions 01:39:05 - Shedeur Sanders Future 01:50:55 - Jed York Scandal 02:00:30 - Jason Lloyd Analysis 02:11:45 - Underestimating Fan Outrage 02:21:55 - Hostile Browns Relationship 02:35:45 - Tampa Bay Backlash
Ken Carman discusses his recent golf outings and struggles on the course before transitioning to the Ohio State football outlook. He and Anthony Lima analyze the Buckeyes' 2024 schedule, the high cost of tickets for the Texas matchup, and the possibility of Marcus Freeman eventually coaching at his alma mater. They also share memories of iconic college football stadiums and game-day atmospheres across the Big Ten. 01:40 - Ken Carman's Golf Renaissance 06:43 - Golf Etiquette and Scores 13:07 - Ohio State Playoff Outlook 17:13 - College Football Ticket Costs 23:00 - Iconic Football Stadium Memories
Jason Lloyd joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to discuss the "legitimate backlash" from fans after the Cleveland Browns named Deshaun Watson the starting quarterback. They analyze whether the decision came from offensive coordinator Todd Monken or ownership following Watson's controversial post-game comments toward the fan base. The conversation explores the future of backup Shedeur Sanders and why some fans are now openly rooting against the team to teach the organization a lesson. 02:55 - Watson Named Starter 08:03 - Head Coach Authority 13:12 - Shedeur Sanders Future 18:20 - Intensifying Fan Backlash 27:40 - Frustrated Listener Calls 36:16 - Teaching Browns Lessons
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the Cleveland Browns naming Deshaun Watson the starter despite heavy criticism from the fanbase. Former NFL general manager Mike Tannenbaum explains why he would lean toward a younger quarterback like Shedeur Sanders, and they examine the Cleveland Guardians' recent success on the diamond. 01:50 - Deshaun Watson Named Starter 06:36 - Defining A Football Decision 14:25 - Mike Tannenbaum Interview 24:16 - Watson's Relationship With Fans 34:02 - Guardians Sports Update 40:26 - Lane Kiffin Story
Daryl Ruiter joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to make the case for Shedeur Sanders, pointing to a clean operation and zero non-competitive throws against Deshaun Watson's disastrous outing, and lays out a full "boo tracker" for how often Watson got booed on Saturday. Ruiter argues the Browns should treat Watson like the Texans did before trading him, paying him out but never playing him again, and rips the organization for mismanaging the crisis rather than protecting its young players. The two also look ahead to Todd Monken's decision day and close out with a tribute to Nick Chubb's place among the greatest Browns of the post-1999 era.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima evaluate the tense atmosphere in Cleveland as Todd Monken prepares to name a starting quarterback. They weigh Deshaun Watson's poor preseason performance and massive contract against the potential of Shedeur Sanders. They also share a humorous Cameo from William Hung and take calls from frustrated listeners regarding the franchise's direction. 01:50 - Morning Routines and Houseguests 05:10 - Browns QB Decision Looming 08:40 - Financial Realities of Watson 12:34 - Monken's Support for Deshaun 18:17 - William Hung Cameo Troll 22:14 - Fans Slapped by Decision 27:32 - Shedeur Sanders Performance Debate 38:53 - Shedeur's Coin Toss Confusion
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima float the theory that Deshaun Watson may have sabotaged his own audition on purpose, freaking out under the boos and venting frustrations he'd been sitting on for years. A caller pushes the idea that Todd Monken keeps talking himself into squeezing something out of Watson no matter what happens on the field, and Carman and Lima wonder aloud what it says about Monken's read on Shedeur Sanders if Watson gets the nod anyway. The two also dig into the $86 million cap penalty boxing the Browns in and admit even they can't fully explain Monken's continued faith in Watson.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima run a hypothetical where the Browns start 2-0 with Deshaun Watson playing average football, debating whether the home crowd would still turn on him or if winning erases the boos entirely. Carman argues it's simple, fans everywhere boo bad performances and cheer good ones, and pushes back hard on the idea that Cleveland's reaction is uniquely toxic compared to any other city's fan base. The two also revisit Watson blaming the media and fans for his picks, with Carman sarcastically taking the blame himself, before bracing for the possibility that the Browns still name Watson the starter.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dissect the tension following the Browns' preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills, highlighting Todd Monken's comments on the quarterback battle. They explore the fan base's growing frustration with Deshaun Watson's behavior and performance, alongside a breakdown of Shedeur Sanders' preseason showing. The segment also includes a review of the Guardians' recent win streak and prospect developments. 02:15 - Monken Post-Game Reaction 06:45 - Watson Earring Interview Tenor 10:50 - Fan Privilege To Boo 15:10 - Benchings And Dead Cap 20:50 - Caller Criticisms Of Watson 24:55 - NFL Owners Relish Chaos 28:40 - Watson Post-Game Comments 34:30 - Guardians Lima Likes Segment 39:10 - Shedeur Sanders Preseason Play
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima work through caller after caller demanding the Browns move on from Deshaun Watson, floating everything from cutting him outright to the reserve/non-football illness list, while Carman keeps circling back to the $86 million dead cap hit that ties the team's hands. Carman and Lima predict Watson won't survive as the starter past week three even if he opens the season under center, and they connect the fan fury to Nick Chubb's retirement as a reminder of what the Watson trade cost the roster. The two also dig into Watson's postgame comments about faith and regret, calling them tone deaf given his role in the team's mess.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima revisit Deshaun Watson's postgame comments blaming fan hostility on something "personal" rather than performance, with Carman admitting he blew his own on-air prediction that Watson wouldn't get booed. Callers pile on, with one Browns fan arguing the team has been "conditioned" to tolerate Watson and pushing for Shedeur Sanders, Taylor Green or Dylan Gabriel to take over instead. Carman and Lima wonder whether Watson's comments crossed a line and question if Monken's decision on a starter got harder overnight.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate whether Todd Monken should hand the Browns starting job to Shedeur Sanders after Deshaun Watson's disastrous preseason showing, with Carman admitting he wants Sanders in but worrying a rushed move could set the rookie up to fail. They dig into Watson's history in Cleveland, from the trade to the guaranteed money to his lack of community presence, arguing fans never had a reason to embrace him. The hosts also field angry voicemails demanding Watson be benched or cut immediately.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the fallout from a brutal Deshaun Watson preseason performance against the Bears, where fans booed and Watson called the reaction "personal." Carman rips Watson for the contract, the lack of community presence and now blaming the fanbase, while noting the Browns are financially trapped with him for at least one more year. The segment turns into a wider gut-check on the franchise's quarterback mess, contrasted with Nick Chubb's retirement a day earlier as a reminder of what fans actually respect.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dissect a disastrous Browns preseason performance where fans booed Deshaun Watson, leading to a defensive post-game press conference. They compare Watson's struggles and massive contract to the rising potential of Shedeur Sanders and the legacy of the recently retired Nick Chubb, while also discussing Guardians baseball and a humorous mistaken identity story involving Nick Wilson. 01:50 - Browns QB Competition 07:45 - Watson's Physical Limitations 14:35 - Nick Chubb Retirement 22:10 - Todd Monken Evaluation 28:50 - Salary Cap Penalties 36:10 - Emergency Management Meetings 45:40 - Monken's Presser Review 53:45 - Cleveland Legends Legacy 01:01:00 - Accountability And Faith 01:07:30 - Comparing Chubb And Watson 01:16:00 - Lima Likes Guardians Baseball 01:22:40 - Da'Quan Wright LSU Move 01:30:30 - Media Feuds Discussion 01:38:30 - Interview With Daryl Ruiter 01:47:15 - Crisis Management Failures 01:55:40 - Fan Reputation Debate 02:03:00 - Professional Criticism Discussion 02:13:30 - Roster Cuts Penalty 02:22:35 - William Hung Watson Cameo