Podcasts about Cleveland Browns

Friday nights hit different when you're rocking it with your boys Tate, Pay & Dirt. The Steelers and Browns are done, the Bengals and Ravens are completing their final reps as we speak. That's a wrap on the 2026 offseason and playtime is SHO'NUFF OVER. Put us in your speakers and listen to the discussion about which North squad we think possesses the gridiron mastery to bring home the belt. We touch on the offseason, talk critical camp battles and assess which Head Coach and Quarterback combo is best suited to have that special Glow in 2026. Kickoff is two weeks from tomorrow—no Bruce Leroy moves, no shortcuts, bringing the energy and strategic execution.  Listen to the Homies wherever you get your audio podcasts on the Steel Curtain Network. Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at meineldistillery.com and use the code KICKOFF2026 to save 10% at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Feel Good Friday Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys hit on all things sports, including the FCS Week zero upsets, NFL's preseason coming to a close this weekend, baseball having a night with Chris Sale pitching a gem, college football week 0, and more. They are joined by a LOADED slate of guests kicking off with ESPN Senior Writer and Golf Reporter Mark Schlabach who is live from the Tour Championship where he discusses Scottie Scheffler going into this weekend, and then takes a dive into college ball. Atlanta Braves ace pitcher Chris Sale talks about his big night on the mound after throwing his first complete game shutout since 2018, clocking 101.1mph on the gun against Shohei, and the culture of the Braves locker room and how he continues to perform at a high level at 37-years old. NFL Legend JJ Watt chats about his move to the #1 NFL Game Analyst on CBS, JAMS, the Houston Texans, Deshaun Watson and his current job status with the Cleveland Browns, and his overall opinion on the importance of the preseason, NFL Analyst for ESPN Peter Schrager gives some insight on Fernando Mendoza the how the season may look for him with the Las Vegas Raiders, then touches on Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams' relationship, and last but certainly not least from Pro Football Ireland Michael McQuaid live from J.R. Mahon's where he speaks glowingly about NFL ball and how much it would mean to get professional games to the Irish people. Make sure to subscribe to ⁠youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow⁠ (http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow) or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+.We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil, Billy, and Tom get together to analyze and debate some of the biggest and most interesting topics currently swirling around the NFL media landscape.(00:00) Ten preseason stories that have our attention!(04:12) One-of-one Topps patches for rookies(06:57) Have we reached football broadcast saturation?(09:53) NFL scraps the Pro Bowl(16:55) New NFL rules for suspensions and violations(25:33) What are we hearing?(37:26) New NCAA rules for NFL players(54:53) Preseason revenge game for Tua Tagovailoa?(01:01:09) Browns name Deshaun Watson starter for Week 1(01:12:00) No more 'Hard Knocks' in-season series(01:19:15) NFL and Disney pairing teams with characters(01:21:45) Remembering Dolly Parton and Tim CurryUpgrade Your Performance with Orgain Creatine. Available at Amazon, Costco, Walmart & Whole Foods.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuests: Tom Pelissero and Billy GilProducer: Chris SuttonVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Victory Friday edition of the program, the guys give out their Preseason Awards (1:00:17). You'll also hear from Browns QBs Dillon Gabriel (51:20) and Taylen Green (1:18:35), and Browns HC Todd Monken (28:50) following yesterday's win over the Patriots. Plus, get this week's “What to Watch” presented by Streamline (41:02).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 8/28/26 Dillon Delloro aka Alvin Gabriel looked like the best QB for the Cleveland Browns, and he's the 3rd string. Then, we get an update from Jungle Icon Peter McNeeley. Plus, V In The Fee celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Great Equalizer take. Of course, Alvie has his ionic Week That Was. Today's guests include Tennessee Football Head Coach Josh Heupel and NBC Sports College Football Analyst Joshua Perry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Bobby Bones weighs in on Fernando Mendoza's Raiders' final preseason game, and reacts to Dillon Gabriel's ‘don't you forget about me' performance in the Browns' preseason finale.   NFL Media's Trevor Sikkema and Bobby discuss what kind of NFL career Dillon Gabriel could have, why he's (still) sky-high on Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning, evaluates Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel and Ohio State QB Julian Sayin, the prospects for Steelers rookie QB Drew Allar, and #1 overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza.   Bobby previews the Chicago Bears season with and weighs in on Caleb Williams' NFL MVP chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GTA 6 trailer dropped. Is Snitz just a follower? Deshawn Watson. Krystle went to the Browns game. A parent has been banned after they intentionally tripped a player at a youth football game. Did JLR get a plea deal after being busted with a prostitute?  

GTA 6 trailer dropped. Is Snitz just a follower? Deshawn Watson. Krystle went to the Browns game. A parent has been banned after they intentionally tripped a player at a youth football game. Did JLR get a plea deal after being busted with a prostitute? Lake America. Former waitress explains what to do in order to get a good tip. Bill Gates is very concerned about how AI will impact society. Charlie doesn't want to be questioned by the bank over his money. JLR had a discussion with MEWL about going to Saudi Arabia. Mom climbs through the window of a school bus in California. Charlie got in trouble for mooning the bus driver. Buc-ee's forbids their employees from having visible tattoos. JLR is covered in paint. Naked Doordash delivery driver. Short ugly and well hung.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry offer instant reaction to the Patriots' 37-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns in the third and final preseason game of the year, as well as breaking down the latest reports surrounding the team's contract talks with cornerback Christian Gonzalez. 0:00- Tom and Phil join Mike Felger and Michael Holley on Boston Sports Tonight to react to the latest reports from Adam Schefter on contract negotiation between the team and Christian Gonzalez 12:00- The guys react to a rough defensive effort in the team's preseason finale against the Browns and what they see Mike Vrabel and the Patriots doing as cutdown day looms this coming Sunday 19:50- Tom and Phil share final thoughts on the game and the ‘ugly' turn negotiations with Gonzalez seem to have taken in recent days WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTube+++++++FOLLOW ➡️ NBC Sports Boston ➡️ Site | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Facebook | XSubscribe to our other podcasts:Tom Curran's Patriots Talk PodcastThe Next Pats Podcast with Phil PerryCeltics Talk with Chris ForsbergThe Quick Snap with Brian Hoyer and David AndrewsNBC Sports Boston Superfeed - One feed for all NBCSB shows + bonus clipsFoxboro Unlimited - One feed for all Patriots related NBCSB shows + bonus clips Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Phil Perry breaks down what he saw in the Patriots' final preseason game against the Browns. He also discusses the latest with negotiations between Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots, gives stock-up and stock-down for the team, and explains his 53-man roster projection. 00:00 Patriots lose to the Browns 37-13 01:30 Vrabel on trading Kayshon Boutte 06:00 Latest on Christian Gonzalez negotiations 18:30 Stock watch 26:00 53-man roster projection Subscribe to Foxboro Unlimited: https://foxboro-unlimited.simplecast.com/ NBC Sports Boston SuperFeed: https://nbc-sports-boston-superfeed.simplecast.com/

(00:00) Is there a connection between Callaway and the movie 'Obsession'? The intern thinks so and it somehow infuriates Fred(21:16.01)(00:00) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The New England Patriots concluded their preseason with a 37-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Jim Rome Show HR 1 - 8/28/26 After the Cleveland Browns named Deshaun Watson their starting QB, 3rd string Dillon Delloro aka Alvin Gabriel put the best performance together all preseason. Then, Tennessee Football Head Coach Josh Heupel joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's Business of Sports, discusses the latest news across the sports world including: No more Pro Bowl Deshaun Watson named Browns QB1 The latest with LIV Golf NFL players returning to college? And more! Order Andrew's book here! https://www.amazon.com/Smarter-About-Sports-Navigating-Athletes/dp/1637279825/ref=zg_bs_g_2449_d_sccl_6/136-8909183-9518741?psc=1 Download the DraftKings Sports Book App and use code ROSS Connect with the Pod Website - https://www.rosstucker.com Become A Patron - https://www.patreon.com/RTMedia Podcast Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerPod Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rosstuckerpod/ Ross Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Dillon Gabriel’s performance in Browns preseason finale, Ryan Fitzpatrick on Deshaun Watson and Fernando Mendoza struggles! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction05:52 - Browns beat Patriots34:45 - Ryan Fitzpatrick on Deshaun Watson40:15 - 49ers beat Raiders (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with preseason action from Thursday Night. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Manti Te'o, and Steve Wyche discuss where Fernando Mendoza is in his development process. Fmr NFL WR Adam Thielen talks about the Vikings offense with Kyler Murray and the direction of the Falcons. Sara Walsh drops by with thoughts on the Bucs and their matchup with the Jaguars. Super Bowl Champ London Fletcher gives his thoughts on the Commanders and his favorite middle linebackers. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the Rams win over the Chargers. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, and Manti Te'o discuss Caleb Williams place in the NFC North. Is edge rusher the easiest position in football? After hearing Cam Ward comments, what are the expectations for him this season? Stay tuned for Adam Thielen and London Fletcher coming up in Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BSJ's Greg Bedard reacts to New England's 37-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns in the preseason finale. Greg discusses concerns across the offensive line, secondary, and linebacker groups, along with the players fighting for spots on the final 53-man roster. Greg also discusses the latest on Christian Gonzalez's contract situation and what it could mean with Week 1 approaching. The Greg Bedard Patriots Podcasy on CLNS Media is Powered by:

Will Joe Burrow stay healthy? How many quarterbacks will play for the Browns? Can Aaron Rodgers turn back the clock? What will the Ravens look like with Harbaugh gone? JP and BMitch preview the AFC North.

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

Daryl Ruiter joins Ken and Anthony to break down Dillon Gabriel's strong preseason showing, admitting there's a real chance the Browns keep only three quarterbacks and that Todd Monken's comments left the door open to moving on from one of them. The conversation also digs into why Shedeur Sanders was practically invisible in Amazon's glowing Deshaun Watson coverage, with Ruiter offering an inside explanation for why the broadcast leaned so hard into the "reclamation project" narrative.

Nathan Zegura joins 92.3 The Fan to discuss roster decisions following a Browns preseason simulation, focusing on the potential of backup quarterbacks Taylen Green and Dylan Gabriel. They also react to Ryan Fitzpatrick's blunt assessment of Deshaun Watson's future and the quarterback's complicated relationship with the Cleveland fan base. 01:00 - Browns VIP Access 02:43 - Zagura QB Discussion 09:26 - Watson Starting Role 15:43 - Fitzpatrick Slams Watson 24:57 - Watson Fan Relationship

Ken and Anthony replay Ryan Fitzpatrick's blunt take that Deshaun Watson isn't going to be good, contrasting it with Amazon's glowing pregame coverage and questioning why fans should soften on a player they don't believe will actually perform. They argue the fan-player relationship is purely transactional at this point, no redemption without wins, and note internal conversations about how far to take criticism of Watson as the season approaches, while a caller makes the case that Dillon Gabriel deserved a fairer shot from the start.

Nathan Zegura joins Ken and Anthony to break down how the Browns could realistically keep all four quarterbacks by using Mike Hall as a hybrid defensive lineman, while also floating Dillon Gabriel as a trade candidate to Atlanta given his strong showing. The conversation turns to Luke Floriea's breakout performance and the running back depth chart, before circling back to Deshaun Watson's path to a full 17-game season and whether a surprise quarterback move is coming before the roster deadline.

Ken and Anthony dig into why Dillon Gabriel's efficient preseason performance suddenly has the show flipping the switch on a quarterback they've spent months clowning, questioning why he wasn't given a real shot at the starting job over Shedeur Sanders given his operational command of the offense. They debate whether his strong showing makes him harder to trade or simply reinforces his "career backup" ceiling, while noting he's earned enough goodwill that a change of scenery might now be off the table.

Ken and Anthony make the case for keeping Luke Floriea, an undrafted local receiver who scored three preseason touchdowns and gets called by his first name by Todd Monken, even suggesting he's earned it over Taylen Green or Malachi Corley on a crowded roster. The conversation widens into the fallout from cutting 2023 third-round pick Cedric Tillman, with the guys revisiting the receivers Cleveland passed on and crediting this year's deep receiver draft haul to years of past whiffs.

Ken and Anthony unpack the wave of glowing Deshaun Watson coverage on Prime, from a "what's your why" sideline interview to Todd Monken's genuine excitement about the comeback story, and wonder if the overwhelmingly negative fan reaction is out of step with how the locker room actually feels about him. They also debate whether Mike Vrabel's visible frustration in the Patriots' preseason finale points to a Super Bowl hangover in New England, before circling back to whether Monken's optimism about Watson is real belief or just a coach talking himself into his only option.

Ken, Anthony and the crew work through the Browns' four-quarterback logjam, agreeing Deshaun Watson's contract makes him uncuttable and Dillon Gabriel's value as a backup keeps him safe, which leaves Shedeur Sanders and Taylen Green in the crosshairs. A caller and the room land on the same painful conclusion about Green despite disagreeing on how they got there, while Ken floats sneaking him through waivers onto the practice squad or even trying him on defense.

Ken and Anthony break down the Browns' 37-13 preseason win over New England, praising Dillon Gabriel and Kalen Green's performances while noting the Patriots looked overmatched. The conversation shifts into a wild debate about the Browns' four-man quarterback logjam, with Ken floating a creative (and quickly mocked) plan to keep all four by shifting Mike Hall into a hybrid role. The guys can't agree on who gets cut if it comes down to three, teeing up a phone-line debate with listeners.

On today's Big Football Thursday Pat is LIVE from New York City as AJ Hawk and the boys celebrate ball, as FCS games kickoff tonight along with a four-game slate for the NFL with the preseason coming to an end including the Patriots facing the Browns on Prime. Some incredible guests stop by including, Senior NFL Insider for ESPN Adam Schefter joins the progrum to provide updates in regards to the statuses of Alec Pierce, and Cam Skattebo, along with giving insight on negotiations between Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots, Meredith Gaudreau to talk The John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation which expands access to youth hockey while supporting families in the hockey community who have experienced tragedy and assisting those impacted by drunk and reckless driving. College Gameday Analyst and Thursday Night Football Color Commentator Kirk Herbstreit who expresses his excitement for the upcoming college football season, his thoughts and tells the boys who he likes down the stretch and throughout the season, and Thursday Night Football on Prime. Make sure to subscribe to ⁠youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow⁠ (http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow) or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+.We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with NFL legend Donte 'Hitner" Whitner! Whit, Harry and DanO are troubled by a world where Tua isn't the Falcons' starter. There's no way Tua is THIS bad, right? Then, the NFL is officially ridding themselves of the Pro Bowl! Shedeur Sanders goes down in history as the Browns last Pro Bowl QB, and we get to reminisce about the greatness of Sean Taylor's Brian Moorman hit forever. RIP Pro Bowl. Next, could the NFC West get 3 teams into the playoffs? Fantasy Football Advice: The difference between the 5th and 17th ranked TE last season was 2 PPG. TEs are essentially kickers. Please don't yell at us in the comments for not posting hour 2. First Take is only one hour today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FS1 host Mike Hill is on for Rob, and he and Kelvin discuss the real reason why the Cleveland Browns chose Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders as their QB1, and explain why it’s so hard to trust - or give up on - Tua Tagovailoa as a starting quarterback in the NFL. Plus, the Odd Couple Crew debates the best way to pass time in traffic in this week’s edition of One’s Gotta Go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FS1 host Mike Hill is on for Rob, and he and Kelvin debate Lane Kiffin’s general history of unsavory behavior in the world of college football, discuss the real reason why the Cleveland Browns chose Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders as their QB1, and tell us whether Steph Curry ranks as a top-10 player in NBA history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FS1 host Mike Hill is on for Rob, and he and Kelvin debate Lane Kiffin’s general history of unsavory behavior in the world of college football, and tell us if other sports leagues should follow the NFL’s lead and dump their All-Star festivities. Plus, Fox Sports Radio NFL insider Adam Caplan swings by to discuss his expectations for Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs, why the Cleveland Browns decided to start Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders, which NFL teams he’s down on this upcoming season, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) The current landscape of college football, an ethical wasteland. Paul Finebaum doesn't believe Belichick will make it to the end of the season - especially since he is the worst CFB Coach of all time. (20:09.42) Boston Globe reporter Christopher Price joins to discuss Gonzalez contract, a packed wide receiver room, and what are the few things to pay attention to tonight against the Browns.(31:31.55) When he's not hosting the show, Fred is a daytime TV detective. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Is a $60 wedding gift enough … if it comes from 5 people?(23:33.67) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Patriots at Browns in the final Preseason game tonight at 8. The Red Sox drop the final game down in Miami in terrific fashion, ending their win streak at 5. The current MLB Playoff picture, who's in and who's pretending. (37:34.51) The celebs with the most below the belt - according to eye witness accounts and John Hamm was catching heat from Clemens, at least he claims. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the NFL calling quits to the Pro Bowl, NFL increasing disciple on high-risk tackles and protests at Browns Stadium! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction12:00 - NFL Officially Ends Pro Bowl Games31:06 - NFL Targets High-Risk Hits With Tougher Discipline42:14 - Watson QB1 Decision Sparks Protest at Browns Stadium (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We open with flash flood videos out of Nepal before tracking Gio's night at Jones Beach, where Chris Stapleton honored Dolly Parton by singing "I Will Always Love You." Next, Boomer shares his love for Yankees' Luis Garcia Jr., and Gordon Damer fills in for Jerry with the sounds of Ben Rice's home run in the win over Houston. Plus, Brewers pitcher Dustin May lasts just one pitch after taking an AJ Ewing liner to the back, Mike Breen gushes over Keith Hernandez in the SNY booth, Jed York's arrest bodycam footage hits the web, and Browns fans leave signs on the Jim Brown statue protesting Deshaun Watson.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Throwdown Thursday. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, and Manti Te’o answer if it'd be a better story if Aaron Rodgers or Matthew Stafford won the Super Bowl this year. Then they play a game of GMFB Trivia focused on 'brother rivalries". Buffalo Bills legend Steve Tasker joins GMFB to reflect on his career, and share pro bowl stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with a look at the Baltimore Ravens and Washington Commanders Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, and Manti Te’o share what there expectations are for Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels. Brooke Pryor joins GMFB to give an inside look into what's going on with the Steelers. In honor of the pro bowl going away, Kyle goes through his favorite pro bowl moments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which QB gives Atlanta the best chance to win games this season? Then, our last Two-a-Day of the year is the Cleveland Browns. Is starting Deshaun Watson going to actually work out for them? Plus, ESPN New York's Chris Carlin stops by for a few segments to talk about his softball swing, and some of the biggest stories from around the NFL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Browns QB and Fox College Football Analyst Brady Quinn joins Ken and Anthony to break down whether Deshaun Watson really won the Browns' QB job fair and square, explaining how limited media access to practice makes it hard to judge the competition from the outside and previewing how Todd Monken's system could actually fit Watson's skill set. Quinn doesn't hold back on Watson's postgame comments either, calling out the lack of self-awareness from a player getting paid big money to perform. He also offers advice for how Shedeur should carry himself as QB2 while the drama plays out.

The discussion begins with the massive sale of the Seattle Seahawks and how it impacts the valuation of the Cleveland Browns and Jimmy Haslam's ownership. Mary Kay Cabot joins to break down the decision to start Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders and the potential for a Dylan Gabriel trade. They analyze fan frustration regarding Watson's performance and the logic behind resting Sanders. 01:50 - Impact Of Seahawks Sale 06:00 - Evaluating Individual Ownership 12:20 - Showcasing Dylan Gabriel 14:45 - Mary Kay Cabot Interview 19:50 - The Watson Sanders Debate 25:45 - Analyzing Preseason Struggles 31:20 - Jerry Jeudy Safety Status 39:10 - Post Interview Reaction

Ken and Anthony tackle the wild west of NIL and the transfer portal, debating whether Jeremiah Smith might be the last player fans can truly fall in love with before free agency-style movement kills that connection for good. They wrestle with the fairness of players finally getting paid against the loss of tradition and hometown loyalty, using examples from Vince Young to Jamar Chase to make their case. The conversation spirals into whether coaches are overpaid relative to players and whether regulation is coming to clean up the chaos.

Ken and Anthony recap the Guardians tying their season-long win streak at seven after sweeping the Angels, with Steven Kwan's remarkable turnaround since the All-Star break taking center stage. They marvel at his climb from under .200 to .270 with a red-hot road trip, question whether Cleveland will actually pay to keep him, and take some shots at the Angels' organization along the way. The show wraps with a look at Ohio State's controversial new $150K premium suites blocking student sightlines and the NFL officially scrapping the Pro Bowl.

Ken and Anthony dig into whether Jerry Jeudy is actually a cut candidate for the Browns, weighing his up-and-down camp performance against the addition of rookies KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston in the receiver room. They debate whether his friendship with the starting quarterback factors into his roster spot, revisit last year's "disaster" of a season for him, and argue over whether Cedric Tillman is the more likely one on the chopping block instead.

Ken and Anthony wrestle with how to frame the Browns' upcoming season, with Ken revealing his five-win prediction and both hosts agreeing they'd rather call it a "season of evaluation" than use the dreaded tanking word. They dig into the tension between playing to win now versus positioning for next year's draft class, using Denzel Ward's injury history as a flashpoint for how far that logic should go. The two also needle each other over mock drafts and how early is too early to start eyeing next year's quarterback prospects.

Ken and Anthony break down the Guardians' improbable comeback win, rallying from an early 3-0 deficit to sweep their road trip and extend their winning streak to seven straight. They dig into Joey Cantillo's bizarre outing (seven walks, still a quality start), Steven Kwan's red-hot second half, and Jose Ramirez heating up at the perfect time as Cleveland closes the gap on the White Sox in the AL Central. The conversation then shifts to a heated debate over the Browns' backup quarterback fan controversy, with the guys sparring over bot accounts, fan sentiment, and whether the QB competition was ever really close.

Ken and Anthony break down why online completion-percentage trackers are misleading fans and even ex-players like Shannon Sharpe and Ocho Cinco into thinking Shedeur outplayed Watson, arguing real coaches evaluate context, drills, and intent that never show up in a box score. They replay Ryan Fitzpatrick's breakdown of why Watson won the job and circle back to Jerry Jeudy, with Ken more willing than Anthony to move on from him if he doesn't produce. The two also touch on next year's incoming QB prospects and how the "meat grinder" of scrutiny is coming for whoever's next.

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

Deshaun Watson's training camp performance and his response to fan criticism spark a debate about the immense pressure on Cleveland quarterbacks. Former NFL quarterback Brady Quinn joins to discuss Watson's lack of self-awareness and the toxic nature of overanalyzing practice throws. They also evaluate the potential of future draft picks and the roster status of players like Jerry Jeudy. 01:29 - Deshaun Watson Analysis 04:08 - Drafting Arch Manning 06:28 - Brady Quinn Interview 16:33 - QB Practice Trackers 24:55 - Evaluating Jerry Jeudy