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'FRO LOVERS UNITE! Jarrett Allen gave us a 40-piece as the Cavs stormed to victory in Portland. The 'Fro pod rejoices in a night for the ages, from the often overlooked center. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, discusses Sam Merrill, Craig Porter Jr., and Jaylon Tyson in this celebratory pod.
Things got chaotic on this episode of Alley Oop . Hosts Juju and Trysta break down one of the most out-of-pocket NBA moments of the week as Jaylon Tyson makes worship-level comments about Donovan Mitchell — and that's just the start.The duo also reacts to: -Josh Hart flashing finger guns-Tracy Morgan's icy comments toward a homeless man-LeBron James possibly playing his final game in Cleveland-Luka Dončić hurting himself on the Cavs' court-Giannis trade rumors heating up-Steph Curry rocking the wrong Timbs-Lu Dort getting into it with the Fears family And the big question: Are today's NBA players actually soft?From viral clips to league-wide debates, Juju and Trysta don't hold back as they unpack the culture, chaos, and contradictions of today's NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In Thursday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick and Jonathan react to Jaylon Tyson's comments, Tyrann Mathieu, and more!
The guys start the show off reacting to last night's Lakers game, where they got motorboated by Lindsey's Cavs in Cleveland. They play Sedano's in-game and postgame interviews with Jaylon Tyson and Donovan Mitchell and talk about LeBron looking old and tired in his return to Cle. The lights went out for Jorge in his Cleveland studio - was it a ghost? Plus Kap continues to glaze Cavs rookie Jaylon Tyson. Michelle Smallmon from Unsportsmanlike on ESPN radio stops by and talks with the guys about Japanese breakfast, her crazy sleep schedule while she's on the West coast for the Super Bowl next week and seeing the Rams lose last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' dominant victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, a game overshadowed by what might be LeBron James's final appearance in Cleveland. The conversation centers on LeBron's emotional reaction to a tribute video, sparking speculation about his potential retirement and the possibility of a final return to the Cavs for a "storybook ending." The guys also analyze the strong performances of younger players like Jaylon Tyson and Nae'Qwan Tomlin, the potential trade of De'Andre Hunter and whether the team's recent success can be sustained once injured players return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on January 29, 2026 Cavaliers player Jaylon Tyson said that Cleveland now belongs to Donovan Mitchell instead of LeBron James, then he immediately apologized. BYU at Kansas may preview a changing of the guard in College Basketball. + MORE
Jake & Ben Full Show from January 29, 2026 Hour 1 Which NBA Teams would be able to outbid the Utah Jazz in a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade? Top 3 Stories of the Day: Jazz Drop their 4th in a Row, Lakers want LeBron to take a paycut, Mammoth at Carolina Hurricanes tonight. Nick Olczyk joins from Raleigh, North Carolina ahead of the final game of an East-Coast Road Trip for the Utah Mammoth. Hour 2 Cavaliers player Jaylon Tyson said that Cleveland now belongs to Donovan Mitchell instead of LeBron James, then he immediately apologized. BYU at Kansas may preview a changing of the guard in College Basketball. + MORE
The King has returned and the Fear the 'Fro pod has taken the show on the road. Bob is in Cleveland, and today he is joined by Allen Sliwa to talk about the Cavs and Lakers. Evan Mobley is down with a calf strain, and that should officially dead the Dean Wade rumors. Plus, some clean up on Jaylon Tyson's postgame comments about Most Improved Player.
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins break down the Cavaliers' fourth straight win with a 114-98 victory over the Orlando Magic. They dive into Donovan Mitchell's 45-point explosion, analyzing how his growth as a leader has made him indispensable, especially as the team leans on him more amid injuries and uneven performances from other key players. The conversation then shifts to Jaylon Tyson, spotlighting his selection to the Rising Stars game and debating his case for Most Improved Player. The hosts explore Tyson's development, compare him to league-wide candidates, and underscore why his emergence could be crucial to the Cavs' future success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Three in a row! Ten of fourteen! The Cavs are trending up, and Fear the 'Fro celebrates an Evan Mobley gem in Sacramento followed by a complete team win in Orlando on a back-to-back. Then Bob explores the Most Improved Player award, and makes a case for where Jaylon Tyson should fall amongst the favorites.
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Jimmy Watkins and Chris Fedor react to the Cleveland Cavaliers stacking wins during one of their most demanding stretches of the season, breaking down a gritty victory over the Orlando Magic that came amid mounting injuries and a brutal travel schedule. The trio examines how adversity has pushed Cleveland back toward its defensive foundation, while also opening the door for younger players like Jaylon Tyson to carve out meaningful roles. The discussion also centers on Donovan Mitchell's leadership — from his late-game shot-making to the quieter, day-to-day influence he's had mentoring teammates through chaos. Finally, the guys debate whether the lessons learned and lineup changes born out of necessity could have a lasting impact on the Cavs' rotations, identity and playoff outlook once reinforcements like Darius Garland return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jaylon Tyson ripped out the hearts of the Philadelphia 76ers on a career-high scoring night. And he was the only one. The young guys did big work in edging out Philadelphia on a game-sealing dunk by Evan Mobley. We celebrate and ransack the audio mailbag. Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/CWc3jYf26
The Cleveland Cavaliers just took on the Philadelphia 76ers. Time to react to what we saw including:Jaylon Tyson carrying the teamNae'Qwan Tomlin baptizing Joel EmbiidTyrese Proctor making the most of his opportunitiesEvan Mobley's gamewinning dunk and more..Give us a follow over on X/Twitter:Mack PerryIt's Cavalier Podcast
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins react to the Cavaliers' 117-115 comeback win over the Philadelphia 76ers, framing it as a gritty culture victory powered by Cleveland's supporting cast. The discussion is led by Jaylon Tyson's career-high 39-point performance and his poise on the final possession, including the game-winning assist that underscored both his feel and long-term upside. The guys also dive into the playmaking impact of Donovan Mitchell and Craig Porter Jr., the energy and connectivity provided by the bench, and how those elements helped stabilize the Cavs in the absence of key contributors. Despite the win, the episode closes with a critical look at Evan Mobley's continued offensive passivity, a lingering concern that remains central to Cleveland's ceiling moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor react to the Cavaliers' 133-107 dismantling of the Philadelphia 76ers, a performance that looked and felt like the most complete showing of the season. From the opening tip, Cleveland played with force, connectivity, and defensive intent — the kind of response the Cavs have talked about needing after disappointing losses. The conversation centers on why this version of the Cavs has to become the baseline, not the exception. The hosts break down what made this win different, how the ball movement and defensive physicality changed the game, and why the energy felt sustainable rather than situational. They also dive into key individual performances, including Donovan Mitchell's control of the game, Evan Mobley's growing two-way impact, Jaylon Tyson's energy and decisiveness, and De'Andre Hunter's role within the flow of the offense — all while examining what consistency from each means as Cleveland pushes toward the stretch run. Ultimately, the question isn't whether the Cavs are capable of nights like this — it's whether they're willing to hold themselves to this standard moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Subtext subscriber Q&A–driven episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor dig into the most pressing questions coming from the Cavs' most engaged fans and use them as a lens to examine where Cleveland stands right now. The guys start by unpacking the decision to give Craig Porter Jr. meaningful minutes over a struggling Lonzo Ball, breaking down what it says about the coaching staff's trust, lineup flexibility and how delicate in-season rotation tweaks are handled. From there, the conversation turns to one of the more unexpected storylines of the moment: Jaylon Tyson's emergence as a legitimate rotational piece, with insight into his work ethic, rapid growth and why the Cavs believe his game translates to playoff basketball. The episode closes with a deeper, more philosophical debate about Jarrett Allen's place in the organization. Is he truly the heart and soul of the team? How central is he to the Cavs' identity? And, in a league driven by roster calculus, how untouchable is he really? It's a fan-driven conversation that blends on-court analysis with bigger-picture roster questions as the Cavs navigate a pivotal stretch of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fear the 'Fro celebrates a glorious, magical night of Jarrett Allen dominance, Jaylon Tyson cooking, and CRAIG! Plus the first ever in-flight mailbag, and a personal announcement.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. San Antonio Spurs NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Cavaliers vs. Spurs Injuries Nance and Strus are out for Cleveland. Fox is questionable for San Antonio. Recent Box Score Key Stats Cavaliers at Spurs 8PM ET— Cleveland fell to 17-16 following their 117-100 road defeat against Houston. Cavaliers shot 43% with 31% from three. Jaylon Tyson got off the bench with 23 points with 15 rebounds. Donovan Mitchell contributed 16 points with six assists. Cleveland allowed 49% shooting with 46% from three. San Antonio fell to 23-9 after their 127-114 home defeat against Utah. Spurs hit 43% with 23% from three. Wemby led with 32 points with seven rebounds. Keldon Johnson off the bench produced 27 points and ten rebounds. San Antonio allowed 54% shooting with 46% from three.
The Cleveland Cavaliers just took on the Houston Rockets! Time to react to everything we saw including:Jaylon Tyson, the lone bright spotThe shooting strugglesHonesty about Lonzo/CPJ and moreGive us a follow over on X/Twitter:Mack PerryIt's Cavalier PodcastWanna support this podcast? Consider becoming a Patreon Member here
Jaylon Tyson stole a starting spot, and that's great news! Jaren Jackson Jr has come alive, Coby White and Darius Garland's Buy Low windows are about gone, and quite a lot happened despite just two games on Wednesday night. The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/oldmansquad Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Google Sheet with Ranks, Weekly Streaming Schedule Charts & Injury Replacement Adds FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins discuss the performance and perception of the Cleveland Cavaliers' front office. They begin by analyzing the on-court impact of losing Ty Jerome's bench scoring and Isaac Okoro's point-of-attack defense, noting how the front office has found capable, low-cost replacements like Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter Jr. The conversation then shifts to a survey by The Athletic that ranked all NBA front offices. Finally, they touch on the future of the team, questioning if younger stars like Evan Mobley and Darius Garland are on the same championship timeline as Donovan Mitchell, which could complicate future contract decisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hawks — 3:36Should the Hawks trade Trae Young plus two juicy Bucks/Pels picks for Giannis, and how would that look from both teams' perspectives?If the Hawks keep Trae, re-sign him reasonably, and just add this incoming Pelicans pick, can that path ever realistically lead to a championship?Do you buy Onyeka Okongwu's three-point shooting, and if you do, is he a top-15 center in the league?Celtics — 13:20If you're the Celtics, how should you play out the rest of the season—go all out because there's no super-team in the East, or pull back at some point to protect health?How useful will their increased turnover forcing and more egalitarian offense be once Jayson Tatum returns, and which rotation guys could actually be part of a high-level playoff rotation?Is Jaylen Brown genuinely improved compared to prior years, or is it mostly that the mid-range is falling more; and if it's shot luck, how long would he have to sustain this for it to be “real”?Nets — 22:36Is Michael Porter more valuable to the Nets as an on-court player to get them back into the playoff mix, or as a trade asset?Can you do as deep a dive as possible on Noah Clowney's game and development?Were pundits too quick to call the Nets' draft a disaster given how much their rookies are now playing?Hornets — 31:06What has happened to LaMelo Ball—he was an All-Star before, so is this decline just injuries and lack of progression?What are some potential trades for Miles Bridges, Ball, and Sexton?Do you sense a shift in the Hornets' organizational philosophy under the new regime?Bulls — 39:10John Hollinger has said the Suns turned down the Pelicans/Hawks pick deal; do you know if that exact deal (or better) was offered to other teams like the Bulls or Blazers, or is that just logical inference?Should the Bulls go all-in and trade for Anthony Davis, and what could they realistically get for Coby White if Artūras Karnišovas canvassed the league?The Bulls are trying to make up for their talent deficit by running on everything—does that strategy backfire (more injuries, better teams separating with more possessions), or is it actually their best path?Cavs — 50:20How concerned are you about the Cavs' bad start, and in particular about Darius Garland's play and health?What are your thoughts on Jaylon Tyson's development so far?Should Cleveland start trying to get out of the second apron, and what would it take to do that?Pistons — 58:06Good or bad, what has been the most surprising thing about the Eastern Conference so far this season?Besides Giannis and Lauri Markkanen, what other players would be a good fit for the Pistons and actually gettable?Would Sam Hauser be a good target for the Pistons given his price point and role, and how does he fit relative to what they already have (e.g. Duncan Robinson–type shooters)? Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Cleveland Cavaliers just took on the San Antonio Spurs in a VERY fun game. Time to react to everything we saw including Jaylon Tyson's INCREDIBLY EFFICIENT NIGHT, Nae'Qwan Tomlin drawing the start, Evan Mobley rounding back into all-star form and more!Give us a follow over on X/Twitter:Mack PerryIt's Cavalier PodcastWanna support this podcast? Consider becoming a Patreon Member here
It's been a week. But the Cavs are back in the win column, after making short work of the Pacers. Donovan Mitchell exploded with another 40-point effort, and Jaylon Tyson played perhaps the best game he's ever played. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down the recent woes, empties the mailbag, and talks the state of the Cavs.
The Cleveland Cavaliers just took on the Indiana Pacers! Time to react to everything we saw including Jaylon Tyson's HUGE performance, Spida's 40+ Point game, Nae'Qwan Tomlin's high level effort and more!Give us a follow over on X/Twitter:Mack PerryIt's Cavalier PodcastWanna support this podcast? Consider becoming a Patreon Member here
Highlights: The Browns' 3-9 record mirrors last season's, showing a lack of progress and ranking them among the worst teams since the 2024 season opener. The Browns' special teams unit was labeled a "total embarrassment," having surrendered five punt or kickoff return touchdowns in the last two seasons, the most in the NFL. Terry Pluto blames the coaching staff for the special teams' consistent failures in coverage schemes and player development. A major issue with the special teams is the absence of a player who "captains" the units, as performance hasn't improved even with safety Grant Delpit volunteering. Despite being hired to elevate the special teams, coach Bubba Ventrone's unit has regressed to being "awful," failing to replicate the top-10 success he had in Indianapolis. Following a listener's email, the hosts agreed that with the season lost, the Browns should continue playing rookie QB Shedeur Sanders to fully evaluate his potential. While Sanders has shown progress operating from under center, a major concern is his tendency to hold onto the ball and take sacks, a habit that often carries over from college to the NFL. Terry expresses declining confidence in head coach Kevin Stefanski, whose job security is in question due to the team's stagnant 3-9 record and low-ranked offense. Defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz: Head coaching candidate?. The two possible futures for the Browns: a leadership change due to a lack of progress, or ownership giving the current regime a two-year window to rebuild. The Cavs' 13-9 start is described as "clunky" and unsettled due to injuries that have forced them to use 12 different starting lineups. There is an ongoing debate about Evan Mobley's inconsistent role, questioning whether he is better suited as an elite all-around defender and rebounder rather than a primary scorer. Donovan Mitchell's heavy workload is a concern, with his minutes climbing over 34 per game, risking burnout before the playoffs. Second-year player Jaylon Tyson is emerging as a leader, earning enough respect from veterans to publicly state the team needed to play harder after a recent loss. The central debate among Guardians fans is whether to accept playoff contention on a small budget or demand the team spend on free-agent hitters to pursue a World Series. Analysis shows the Guardians have the financial flexibility and desperate need to create a "batting factory" to complement their successful "pitching factory." Listener Ed Cohen emails and asks: Why not use MLB's new automated ball-strike system on every pitch? Tennis uses technology to great advantage, he says. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor break down the Cavaliers' 135-119 win in Indiana. They dig into the team's response after Jaylon Tyson publicly challenged the group's hunger, why Donovan Mitchell's 40-point night mattered beyond the box score and how Tyson backed up his words with one of his most complete games. The discussion also turns to the bigger-picture questions about how emerging young pieces might reshape the rotation as the season wears on. Monday was the kind of win the Cavs needed. But it wasn't the kind of win that fixes everything — and the guys explain why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima go through what Lima Likes from the weekend in sports!
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor break down the Cavaliers' 120-109 win over an injury-depleted Pacers squad — a familiar postseason foe, even if this rematch lacked its usual punch. The hosts explain why the victory, while necessary, didn't reveal much about where the Cavs truly stand and instead underscored how central Darius Garland remains to everything they do. They dive into Jaylon Tyson's jolt of energy, De'Andre Hunter's steady two-way value, and Evan Mobley's assertive night, while emphasizing the need for Mobley to bring that same force against top-tier competition. The episode also explores the intriguing early chemistry between Lonzo Ball and Garland and the complications surrounding both of their injury histories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fear the 'Fro celebrates the rise of Jaylon Tyson, and the Cavs climbing back to the top of the Eastern Conference, and the ascent of the role guys. Then Bob discusses some slanderous cowards who have sullied the Cavs podcast of record, and more specifically the sound board. WE RIDE AT DAWN 'FRO FAITHFUL!
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins answer questions from subtext subscribers, discussing the emergence of Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill and how their early-season impact has deepened Cleveland's rotation — and raised new questions about it. With contributors stepping into bigger roles, the crew debates whether anyone, including Max Strus or Dean Wade, could find themselves on the chopping block. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fear the 'Fro celebrates the Cavs victory over the Sixers, as Donovan Mitchell gives us another MVP-level scoring display. Multiple players stepped up including Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill, fresh off the injury report. Sophomore Jaylon Tyson put forth another strong outing, and the Cavaliers offense showed glimpses of it's once dominant form.
The Cleveland Cavaliers just took on the Philadelphia 76ers! Time to react to what we saw including Donovan Mitchell absolutely cooking the 76ers, Darius Garland's return and impact on the court, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen combining for 47 PTS, Jaylon Tyson's development and more!Give us a follow over on X/Twitter:Mack PerryIt's Cavalier PodcastWanna support this podcast? Consider becoming a Patreon Member here
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima go through what Lima Likes from the past weekend in sports!
The Cleveland Cavaliers just took on the Atlanta Hawks! Time to react to everything we saw including Donovan Mitchell's return to action, Evan Mobley's up and down night, Jaylon Tyson continuing his hot start, Larry Nance Jr's struggles and more!Give us a follow over on X/Twitter:Mack PerryIt's Cavalier PodcastWanna support this podcast? Consider becoming a Patreon Member here
The Cleveland Cavaliers took on the Toronto Raptors in their first NBA Cup game of the season. Time to react to everything we saw including Jaylon Tyson stepping up, Evan Mobley anchoring the starting unit, Lonzo Ball's shot starting to fall and more..
The Cavs have opened the season with a loss. Cleveland fell to New York at Madison Square Garden, as Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell combined for 53 points, but were let down by the defense. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, hits the highlights and the lowlights before the Cavs regroup for a Friday matchup with Brooklyn.
The preseason is done. The regular season is here. Bob fires up the Fear the 'Fro mailbag at cavspod.com and recaps the preseason. We go over what the takeaways should be for Cavs preseason hoops. Plus we talk about the final 2-way spot, and what players the Cavs might be interested in filling the third 2-way with.Discord Link: https://discord.gg/gSaj9Wn66
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' 118-117 preseason loss to the Chicago Bulls, and what it revealed about the team's backcourt opportunities. The trio dives into how Craig Porter Jr., Tyrese Proctor and Jaylon Tyson are each making their case for playing time, and why their early-season performances could shape Kenny Atkinson's trust — and the Cavs' rotations — as the year unfolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cayleigh Griffin hosts Cavs All Access Live from Media Day presented by The Cleveland Clinic, featuring Justin and Carter. As they dive into expectations for next season, what they plan on learning from Media Day and what swing factors will likely define the Cavs next season. Audio includes player podium interviews, as well as exclusive interviews with Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson and Lonzo Ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Kenny & JT Show live from Cavaliers Media Day we're joined by Cavs forward Jaylon Tyson.
The Monday Kenny & JT Show is underway as we broadcast live from Rocket Mortgage Arena for Cavaliers Media Day. We set the scene there and preview our gust interviews on location. Of course, we talk a lot of Guardians too who unbelievably won the A.L. Central title over the weekend. Very little Browns discussion. And Cavs forward Jaylon Tyson stops by for a few minutes to tip off our interview agenda.
Justin and Carter react to the Cavs signing of Thomas Bryant before diving into listener questions ahead of Media Day. Discussing expectations for Jaylon Tyson, how Evan Mobley may be used next year, anticipated lineups and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss recent Cavs roster moves ahead of training camp, including the signing of Thomas Bryant and the Cleveland Charge's trade for Killian Hayes. The conversation also focuses on internal player development, highlighting how Cleveland will look to utilize Jaylon Tyson in the coming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Highlights: The Guardians were down 15.5 games in July and 12.5 games in late August but are now on the verge of overtaking the Tigers. How have they done this? Terry noted the Tigers' collapse could be historic, while the Guardians risk losing momentum at the finish line. Terry contends the Guardians' defensive improvement coincided with Brayan Rocchio moving to second base and Gabriel Arias to shortstop. José Ramírez rebounded from a rough April and is back to playing B+/A- level defense Bo Naylor's September surge (.306 AVG, 3 HR, 14 RBI in 14 games) has been a game-changer. Terry speculated Naylor may have finally found the right adjustments after years of tinkering. Listener Max emailed about the Guardians' momentum, arguing that being red-hot matters more than being the best team on paper, and how far could they go in the playoffs? The Browns' defense is elite, ranking #1 in yards allowed and #2 in yards per play allowed. The offense is middle-of-the-pack in yards and yards per play, suggesting it's not as bad as perceived. The Browns' tackle situation is dire, with Dawand Jones out for the season and Jack Conklin injured. Should the Browns use Adin Huntington as a blocking tight end to help protect Joe Flacco? Quinshon Judkins could see more snaps due to his blocking ability and versatility. Is it time to move field goal kickers back to 9-10 yards to reduce blocks? Terry loves the idea. The Cavs' Kenny Atkinson and Koby Altman previewed the season, and Terry last the latest, including on the injuries to Max Strus and Darius Garland. Garland's injury is likely turf toe, with a return timeline of 10–20 games. Atkinson praised rookie Jaylon Tyson's intensity and potential impact. The Cavs have won the third-most games in the NBA over the last three years, behind only Boston and OKC. Their core four (Mobley, Allen, Garland, Mitchell) are all under multi-year contracts and entering their prime. Atkinson wants to unlock more of Evan Mobley's ball-handling ability to counter pressure defenses. Seven of the 15 players on the roster were second-round picks or undrafted. Why that matters. A listener email about the Browns' uniforms against the Packers. He hates them. Send in your favorite or most hated uniforms and we'll read them on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cavs' two-way players Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Luke Travers. They explore the importance of G League performance, the balance between NBA and G League opportunities, and the challenges of shooting confidence for young players. The conversation also highlights Jaylon Tyson's potential role in the upcoming season and the implications of the Cavs' draft strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster decisions, focusing on the implications of injuries and player development. They analyze the Cavs' choice not to sign Ty Jerome, the opportunities for Jaylon Tyson and Tyrese Proctor, and the importance of Craig Porter Jr.'s work ethic. The conversation highlights how injuries can create unexpected opportunities for players and the overall dynamics within the team as they prepare for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Justin and Carter discussing their impressions of Jaylon Tyson, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Tyrese Proctor and the rest of the Cavs at Summer League. As well as the front office extensions for Koby Altman, Mike Gansey and other members of the front office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Cleveland Cavaliers Summer League squad took to the courts today and defeated the Miami Heat! Time to discuss some takeaways including: The emergence of Tristan Enaruna Tomlin & Tyson proving they are ready Norchad Omier's future & more! Give us a follow over on X/Twitter: Mack Perry It's Cavalier Podcast Wanna support this podcast? Consider becoming a Patreon Member here
The Cleveland Cavaliers Summer League Squad took the courts today in Vegas! Time to react to what we saw including: Tyrese Proctor and Saliou Niang making their debuts Nae'Qwan Tomlin showing out Jaylon Tyson getting on ball reps Evaluating Norchad Omier & more! Give us a follow over on X/Twitter: Mack Perry It's Cavalier Podcast Wanna support this podcast? Consider becoming a Patreon Member here