Podcasts about Cleveland Browns

The Los Angeles Clippers got hit with some heavy penalties by the NBA in their attempts to circumvent the NBA salary cap in signing Kawhi Leonard. John Fanta joins the show to discuss the Cleveland Browns, UNC basketball, and all things NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this getaway Thursday edition of the program, hear from Browns rookie S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren (1:20:10) from his interview on the Todd Monken Show this week. You'll also hear this week's What to Watch (45:46) presented by Streamline and continue division previews with the NFC West (28:57). Plus, get this week's Mailbag (1:05:01).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich Eisen and the guys reveal their predictions for how the AFC North will finish this season among the Cincinnati Bengals, Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland Browns, and Pittsburgh Steelers. Mark Wahlberg joins Rich in-studio to promote his new ‘By Any Means' movie based on the true story of a mob hit man who helped investigate the murders of civil rights activists in Mississippi in the 60s, reveals that he's developing two biopics that could see him portraying 8-time Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick and former MLB lightning rod Pete Rose, weighs in on the 2026 outlook for his beloved New England Patriots, and shares some amazing stories about Jack Nicholson, Joe Pesci, Will Ferrell, ‘Boogie Nights,' ‘Ted' and ‘Invincible' in a memorable round of ‘Celebrity True or False,' 'By Any Means' star Mark Wahlberg joins Rich in-studio where he weighs in on the 2026 outlook for his beloved New England Patriots in a round of the 'NFL Win-Loss Game.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jerry's update features both a Yanks and Mets win, a funny moment when Keith sort of loses the thread, & some reminiscences of funny on air moments at the FAN. Finally, what's going on with the Browns?

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Throwdown Thursday! Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Isaiah Stanback answer if Joe Burrow or Josh Allen is better poised to avoid the annual postseason failure questions in 2026? Will Jalen Hurts or AJ Brown benefit more from their split? Founder of FTN Football Almanac Aaron Schatz's joins "GMFB" to make 2026 predictions. 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 reaction to the Raiders naming Kirk Cousins QB1. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Isaiah Stanback discuss if naming Kirk the starter was the right decision. With the NFL season less than a week away, what's your biggest question about the AFC West? What do you make of Howie Roseman saying it's not a make or break season for Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni? The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken and Anthony react to the backlash Mary Kay Cabot took online after defending Catherine Hickman's wardrobe choice on the show, and dig into whether there's a real double standard at play for women trying to break into NFL front offices versus guys like Freddie Kitchens or Bill Belichick. They trace the sweatshirt discourse back to old Browns fashion controversies, debate whether execs actually get free team gear, and land on a theory for how Hickman should handle her next press conference if she wants to shut the critics up.

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

Ken and Anthony gripe about the brutal late-summer heat and humidity in Cleveland while ribbing each other over practice logistics for teams that train in Florida heat versus cold-weather playoff games. Ken pulls out a receipt from a conversation with Bernie Kozar about a playoff loss tied to acclimating for the cold, using it to settle an old argument with producer Keith. The guys also hype up the Fan 15th anniversary event at Dave & Buster's, including a possible off-air Q&A where Ken teases he might finally spill some stories he can't tell on air.

Ken and Anthony revisit the "worst trade in sports history" debate now that the Clippers' punishment includes a jaw-dropping haul of forfeited first-round picks tied to Kawhi Leonard, and argue over whether that finally unseats the Browns' Watson deal — with Myles Garrett's departure thrown into the mix as a wrinkle. They also wrestle with whether penalizing draft picks actually punishes the owner or just leaves Clippers fans holding the bag for years. Plus, the guys break down tonight's biggest college football matchups, including Colorado's high-stakes trip to Georgia Tech.

Ken and Anthony bring in producer Meredith for a second opinion on the ripped "Los Angeles Made Me Do It" sweatshirt Browns assistant GM Catherine Hickman wore to her press conference, and whether it was a tone-deaf choice so soon after the Myles Garrett trade. The crew tracks down where the shirt actually came from (hint: it's not as pricey as you'd think) and debates whether an assistant GM should be dressing more like the organization she represents. Along the way, Anthony also stakes his season-win prediction for the Browns and explains why he's not calling the year a total loss no matter the record.

Ken and Anthony debate whether starting Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson would've actually changed the outlook for Week One, with Owen making the case that at least a Shador start would've been more exciting even if the win total stayed the same. The guys wrestle with trusting Todd Monken's read on the "little things" that don't show up on tape, and Ken admits he can't build a strong case for Shador beyond pure curiosity. Ken also locks in his season win total and explains why this year is about finding silver linings rather than actually competing.

Ken and Anthony dig into Mike Florio's surprising take that Todd Monken should've weighed Browns fans' hatred for Deshaun Watson when deciding on a starter, and explain why they think Monken actually did consider it by opening up a real competition instead of just handing Watson the job. The guys break down what that QB competition really signals about the state of the quarterback room, and admit they don't expect much from Watson even with a fresh start. Plus, a Fan 15th anniversary aside turns into some good-natured family ribbing about Ken's lifelong devotion to Dale Earnhardt.

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

Browns Assistant GM Catherine Hickman got asked point blank if the Browns fielded trade offers for a quarterback, and her non-answer (followed by an awkward self-correction seven questions later) had Ken and Anthony convinced something's up. They break down which Browns QB is actually the realistic trade chip, ruling names in and out based on injury status, contract situation and what a team would realistically be willing to give up. The guys also dig into who'd have the longer NFL career between two of Cleveland's young arms, with a take that might surprise you.

The Guardians dropped a lopsided one to the Blue Jays, and Ken and Anthony break down why Joey Cantillo's outing wasn't the disaster it looked like on paper. They dig into the run differential debate, Cleveland's error-prone infield, and why the wild card race still has Ohio on edge with Toronto lurking. Plus, a detour into the Kawhi Leonard-Clippers penalty saga has the guys arguing whether it tops the Browns' Deshaun Watson trade for worst deal in sports history.

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

Browns insider Mary Kay Cabot joins Ken and Anthony to defend Catherine Hickman after the internet piled on the assistant GM over her wardrobe, calling the criticism flat-out unfair given her résumé and workload. She also weighs in on whether Dillon Gabriel's convenient-timing IR stint was as coincidental as it looked, and sides firmly with Todd Monken's decision not to let fan sentiment sway the Browns' quarterback call. Cabot rounds things out with an inside look at how Monken has handled his first-year pressures, from the Myles Garrett trade to the Deshaun Watson fallout.

Ken and Anthony analyze the Guardians' blowout loss and the impact of run differential on their playoff standings. They debate if the massive NBA penalties handed to the Clippers make the Kawhi Leonard deal worse than the Browns' trade for Deshaun Watson. Additionally, they examine Assistant GM Catherine Raîche's response to trade rumors and Meredith Kane's critique of her press conference fashion choice. 01:50 - Guardians Loss and Run Differential 08:14 - Playoff Rotation and Pitching Decisions 12:01 - Clippers Record Cap Circumvention Penalties 15:00 - Leonard Versus Watson Trade Debate 21:45 - Catherine Raîche Clarifies Trade Comments 28:56 - Quarterbacks as Valuable Trade Currency 35:30 - Predicting a Five Win Season 37:35 - Meredith Critiques Raîche Fashion Choice

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

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are back for their Division Previews with the AFC North and AFC West. First up, the NFL Cover Zero Fantasy Draft is underway and Matt talks about his team. Drew thinks the AFC North comes down to two teams and makes his choice. Matt wonders if John Harbaugh leaving the Ravens has them take a step back. Which team's season could be decided in the first 4 games? Onto the AFC West, there is a possibility this is the toughest divisions. Matt explains the key points for each team that will decide how the standings play out. As for the latest NFL news, Aaron Donald is back with the Rams!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of “The Bark Tank,” powered by Spectrum, Browns DC Mike Rutenberg joins host Andrew Siciliano to break down the official 53-man roster and discuss what Rutenberg has learned about his team. Browns rookie OL Austin Barber also joins the show to talk about his positional versatility, making his NFL debut in his hometown of Jacksonville, and more. Plus, Siciliano gives his own analysis of the Browns' roster and practice squad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this First Friday edition of the program, hear from assistant general manager Catherine Hickman (25:08) on the Browns 53-man roster and practice squad. Browns play-by-play voice Andrew Siciliano also joins the guys (50:52) to recap the preseason and preview the regular season. Plus, hear from Browns CB Tyson Campbell (1:22:52) and get Cleveland Browns Daily's College Football Playoff snake draft (40:32). The guys also continue their division previews in the AFC South (1:14:21).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9/2 Hour 1: Mike Florio (@ProFootballTalk) and Chris Simms (@CSimmsQB) discuss latest news in NFL including Browns HC Todd Monken defending his decision to make Deshaun Watson starting QB, Monken expressing his confidence in Watson, and Monken focusing on explosive plays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get Up Resumes with Paul Finebaum joining the crew to break down the comments made by Dabo Sweeney and the response from the SEC to Lane Kiffin and LSU. Then a couple of teams with QB controversies are in the news. Falcons QB, Tua Tagovailoa, might have exposed his own burner account while Browns HC, Todd Monken, admits he hasn't watched any of Watson's previous Browns starts. Next, Chris Fowler joins the show to break down the biggest story lines heading into the first full slate of College Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with just one week to go before the start of the NFL season! Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Willie Colon discuss the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl rematch! Whiteboard Wednesday asks which player you'd like to see come out of retirement to help a SB contender? Stacey Dales gives the latest on the Packers with Josh Jacobs. Plus, Kyle delivers his 'beef' on the Rams having 11 captains! Stay tuned for Jamaal Williams 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.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with outlook for the Bills this season. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Willie Colon discuss which AFC Team has the highest expectations. NFL RB Jamaal Williams talks about looking for his next spot in the NFL, plus the resurgence of RBs in the league. Have the Bengals shown enough to be a top contender this year? The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CBS Sports Football Analyst Emory Hunt joins the program to argue that Deshaun Watson's contract is the only reason he is starting over Shedeur Sanders. They analyze the operational struggles of the Browns' offense and transition into a detailed breakdown of the top 10 college quarterbacks to watch this season, including Arch Manning and Nico Iamaleava. 02:19 - Emiry Hunt Interview 06:01 - Watson vs Sanders Debate 09:55 - Draft Value Evaluations 14:37 - Top College Quarterbacks 18:13 - Arch Manning Comparison 23:20 - Browns Quarterback Struggles 27:34 - Monken's Starting Decision 35:17 - Top 10 QB Lists 38:32 - QB Family Involvement

Ken and Anthony revisit one of their most polarizing segments in years, sparked by the Browns not personally calling Taylen Green to tell him he made the 53 man roster. They dig into why teams handle those calls the way they do, using Michael Coates Jr.'s heartbreaking final cut as the emotional counterpoint. From there the guys tackle the Browns landing at 31st in ESPN's power rankings and whether this roster is actually built to lose or quietly built to compete. It turns into a real disagreement about the defense's ceiling without Myles Garrett, and how much faith to put in a retooled offensive line.

Ken and Anthony dig into Todd Monken's confusing claim that he hadn't really watched tape on a quarterback, trying to pin down whether he meant the preseason Bills game or Deshaun Watson's history with the Browns overall. Ken argues there's no way Monken took the job without evaluating Watson beforehand, and the two circle back to why Watson was even played in the meaningless Bills game if the staff wasn't putting stock in it, tying it to the QB's visible lack of confidence on the field.

Ken and Anthony revisit John Fanta's take that Todd Monken could be on thin ice if the Browns struggle and the quarterback competition looks mishandled, and Ken admits he doesn't want to believe it but sees the warning signs. They compare the situation to Bill Parcells and Dick Vermeil getting away with "colorful" comments as winners versus Freddie Kitchens getting run out after one bad year, and debate whether Monken's roster thinness excuses a rough season or whether his comments about not watching Deshaun Watson's tape are already costing him credibility.

Ken and Anthony dig deeper into the Todd Monken quarterback controversy, arguing that if he's lying about not watching Deshaun Watson's tape, it's a red flag for the whole hiring process, while noting the Browns' stockpile of first-round picks and cap space could make this a genuinely appealing landing spot for a future rookie quarterback. They play a clip of Monken insisting fan reaction never factors into his decisions, and debate whether that stubbornness will look admirable or tone-deaf if Watson struggles again in Jacksonville, with Ken suggesting Monken's approval rating has already taken a hit for choosing a QB much of the fanbase despises.

Ken and Anthony react to news that Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are purchasing a home in Bratenahl, joking about how often the couple will actually use it and reminiscing about Kelce's Cleveland Heights roots. They then pivot to Todd Monken's comments that fan opinion has zero bearing on his quarterback decision, with Ken and Anthony agreeing he's right to ignore the crowd and drawing a direct parallel to the Johnny Manziel-over-Brian Hoyer saga as a cautionary tale of letting fans dictate personnel calls.

Ken and Anthony make their weekly swing around the division, checking in with Baltimore's Bob Haynie and Cincinnati's Mo Egger on where their teams really stand heading into Week 1. There's a top ten power ranking to unpack, a kicker battle worth watching, and a very different Joe Burrow than the one fans saw in December. Plus, the guys get called out on their own Browns coverage when a division rival makes the exact same roster move. And as usual, Pittsburgh's Andrew Fillipponi leaves them hanging.

CBS Sports analyst Emory Hunt joins Ken and Anthony and makes clear he hasn't wavered on Shedeur Sanders, even after Deshaun Watson won the starting job. The three dig into what actually separated the two quarterbacks in camp, from pocket operations to who's actually afraid to throw the football. Hunt also pushes back hard on how draft evaluators and fans are treating a fifth round pick versus a former first round talent. Then the conversation turns to next year's quarterback class, where Hunt names his top prospects and doesn't hold back on a certain Texas Longhorn.

Fresh off Emory Hunt's take, Ken and Anthony dig into the uncomfortable question hanging over the Browns' QB decision: is Deshaun Watson starting because he earned it, or because of his contract? The two get into why they're reluctant to call Shedeur Sanders a "gamer," why that word carries more baggage than people realize, and what it would actually mean if Todd Monken is deliberately starting the wrong guy. They also can't resist bringing Dillon Gabriel back into the conversation after his own preseason showing. It's a rare moment where Ken and Anthony don't fully agree with each other.

Ken tries to duck the "top 10" format entirely and turns it into an unranked pool instead, which does not go over well. The two build out their draft eligible quarterback boards for the season, disagreeing on names like Trinidad Chambliss and Niko Iamaleava while somehow still landing Arch Manning near the top. Then Ken drops an oddly specific reason he's skeptical of one rising quarterback that has nothing to do with his play on the field. It leads to a genuinely interesting tangent about family involvement, social media, and what actually makes a quarterback room "loud."

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 and Lima discuss the controversy surrounding Todd Monken's comments on the Browns' quarterback situation and his disregard for fan input. They analyze the news of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift buying a home in Bratenahl while evaluating whether Guardians' rookie Travis Bazzana needs more time on the bench. 01:37 - Monken Film Study Controversy 05:08 - Browns Roster Outlook 09:35 - Kelce And Swift In Bratenahl 18:48 - Monken On Fan Opinions 23:43 - Trusting The Coaching Staff 28:44 - Guardians Victory Recap 33:14 - Romo And Kroenke Updates

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

Nick and Jonathan talk about CBS Sports giving the Browns a D grade for their preseason and if they feel that it is deserved.

Ashley Bastock of Cleveland.com joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. She talks about Nick's four bold predictions for the Browns season, her expectations for Quinshon Judkins, the pressure facing Deshaun Watson ahead of Week 1, and more.

Nick and Jonathan are joined by 92.3 The Fan's own Daryl Ruiter, and they revisit Nick's four bold predictions for the Browns season.

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin discuss Todd Monken's approval rating among fans, and they grade the Browns preseason/training camp. Then, they react to sound bites and storylines from around the sports and entertainment world.

Nick and Jonathan continue their discussion about Browns bold predictions and Nick explains why he's very bullish on Judkins this season.

Nick and Jonathan react to the national media's bold predictions for the Browns this season and also give their own.

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin discuss whether or not Todd Monken is already losing Browns fans due to the Deshaun Watson decision.