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The Chicago Bears offense is already giving the defense problems at training camp—and Caleb Williams may be taking another major step forward.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down all the biggest developments from Day 2 at Halas Hall, beginning with one of Caleb Williams' strongest practices since arriving in Chicago. Williams reportedly played fast, spread the football around, completed well over 70% of his passes and consistently generated chunk plays while operating Ben Johnson's offense with confidence.The biggest play came when Williams connected with veteran receiver Kalif Raymond for a 54-yard touchdown during 11-on-11 work. Raymond was one of the clear winners of practice, showing off his speed, route running and growing chemistry with Chicago's quarterbacks.But Raymond was not the only weapon making noise. Rome Odunze continued to look explosive, Luther Burden III flashed as a route runner and after the catch, and Colston Loveland delivered one of the catches of the day on a diving reception. The Bears may have assembled one of the NFL's deepest and most versatile collections of offensive weapons.Haize also examines the other major training-camp developments:

Chicago Bears training camp is officially underway, and Day 1 already gave fans plenty to talk about.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the biggest takeaways from the Bears' first practice of training camp, including the nickel cornerback battle with Kyler Gordon sidelined. With Gordon on the PUP list, Jaylon Jones got the first crack with the starters, while Josh Blackwell, Malik Muhammad and Cam Lewis also rotated into the slot. Gordon still has to earn back trust and dependability after another injury setback, making nickel corner one of the most interesting battles of camp.Haize also dives into the left tackle competition, where Braxton Jones worked with the first-team offense to open camp. With Ozzy Trapilo expected to miss most of the season, Jones appears to have the early edge, but Jedrick Wills Jr., Theo Benedet and Kiran Amegadjie remain in the mix.The Bears' young offensive weapons also made noise, with Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III and Colston Loveland standing out early. Burden reportedly looked quick, twitchy and active both inside and outside, while Loveland showed natural hands and route-running versatility.Plus, Garrett Bradbury opened camp as the first-team center, Dennis Allen brought back his defensive up-down challenge, the punt return battle between Kalif Raymond and Zavion Thomas heated up, and Montez Sweat was activated off the non-football illness list after just one day.Finally, Caleb Williams had major praise for Colston Loveland, saying he can become the best tight end in the league — and maybe already is. Haize reacts to what that means for Ben Johnson's offense and why Loveland could be one of the Bears' biggest breakout stars in 2026.Topics include: Chicago Bears training camp, Bears Day 1 takeaways, Kyler Gordon injury, Jaylon Jones nickel corner, Malik Muhammad, Cam Lewis, Braxton Jones, Jedrick Wills Jr., Garrett Bradbury, Logan Jones, Luther Burden III, Rome Odunze, Colston Loveland, Caleb Williams, Montez Sweat, Dennis Allen, Zavion Thomas, Kalif Raymond, Chicago Bears Central.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/ChiBearsCentralGet at us:Email: ChicagoBearsCentral@gmail.comTwitter:@ChiBearsCentralPhone: ‪(773) 242-9336‬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Chicago Bears opened training camp with major storylines, and Ryan Poles did not hold back when discussing Kyler Gordon's injury situation. Gordon is starting camp on the PUP list with a calf injury, and Poles made it clear that Gordon will have to earn back trust and dependability once he returns to the field. Ben Johnson's message was simple: “Get healthy.”On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the biggest report day takeaways from Halas Hall, including the encouraging update on T.J. Edwards, who is not expected to miss much time, and the latest on a potential Darnell Wright contract extension after Ryan Poles said Wright is a player the Bears want in Chicago long-term.Haize also dives into Caleb Williams' Year 3 expectations, where Ben Johnson praised his elite arm talent, playmaking, escapability and “Superman cape” ability — while still emphasizing the need for more consistency over a full 60-minute game. Plus, Ben Johnson says the 70% completion goal for Caleb “always will be” the standard.The show also covers the left tackle battle between Braxton Jones, Jedrick Wills Jr., Theo Benedet and Kiran Amegadjie, plus the growing excitement around Luther Burden III, who Ryan Poles praised for his offseason growth, passion and drive to become the best receiver he can be.Finally, Haize reacts to Montez Sweat being placed on the non-football illness list and Elijah Hicks landing on PUP, while also reviewing the broader Bears injury picture heading into camp.Topics include: Chicago Bears training camp, Kyler Gordon injury, Ryan Poles, Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams, Darnell Wright contract extension, Luther Burden III breakout, Montez Sweat NFI list, Elijah Hicks PUP list, T.J. Edwards injury update, Bears left tackle battle, Chicago Bears Central.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/ChiBearsCentralGet at us:Email: ChicagoBearsCentral@gmail.comTwitter:@ChiBearsCentralPhone: ‪(773) 242-9336‬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Chicago Bears are entering 2026 with real playoff expectations — and while Caleb Williams is the face of the franchise, the Bears' non-QB MVP might be right tackle Darnell Wright.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down why Wright has become one of the most important players on the roster after earning second-team All-Pro honors and helping power one of the NFL's best rushing attacks. With Darnell Wright entering the final year of his rookie deal, could a massive contract extension be coming soon?Haize also dives into the three things the Bears must get right to get over the playoff hump: eliminating slow starts, stabilizing the left tackle position, and raising the standard from simply making the playoffs to reaching the NFC Championship Game. After winning the NFC North, beating the Packers in the Wild Card Round and falling short against the Rams, the Bears are no longer just trying to be good — they are trying to become championship-caliber.Plus, Joe Thuney lands at No. 49 in the NFL Top 100 after another First-Team All-Pro season, proving the Bears' offensive line is finally getting national respect. Haize breaks down what Thuney's presence means for Caleb Williams, the run game and the overall identity of Ben Johnson's offense.Finally, we look at the Bears' roster bubble heading into training camp, including Miller Moss, Roschon Johnson, Coleman Bennett, Scotty Miller, Kiran Amegadjie, Caden Barnett, Noah Sewell, Keyshaun Elliott, Skyler Thomas and more.Topics include: Chicago Bears, Darnell Wright, Caleb Williams, Joe Thuney, Bears offensive line, Bears playoff expectations, Bears training camp, Bears roster bubble, Braxton Jones, Jedrick Wills Jr., Ben Johnson offense, NFC North, Chicago Bears Central.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/ChiBearsCentralGet at us:Email: ChicagoBearsCentral@gmail.comTwitter:@ChiBearsCentralPhone: ‪(773) 242-9336‬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Chicago Bears are opening training camp, and every position group has a major question to answer before the 2026 season kicks off.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down one burning training camp question at every position. Can Caleb Williams take the leap into elite quarterback territory after being ranked among the NFL's top players? Can D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai lead the run game while Roschon Johnson fights to keep his RB3 spot? Are Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III ready to take over as the Bears' top two wide receivers after the DJ Moore trade?The show also dives into the future of Cole Kmet, the left tackle battle with Braxton Jones, Jedrick Wills Jr. and Theo Benedet, and whether the Bears' defensive front can finally give Montez Sweat enough help. Can Dayo Odeyingbo or Austin Booker step up? Will Grady Jarrett bounce back? Can the linebackers stay healthy with T.J. Edwards dealing with a minor injury update?Haize also reacts to CBS Sports calling Caleb Williams overrated heading into 2026. Is the criticism fair because of his completion percentage and playoff turnovers, or are people ignoring the clutch gene, the franchise-record production and the fact that Caleb has already shown traits only elite quarterbacks have?Plus, the episode looks at the new-look secondary with Tyrique Stevenson, Malik Muhammad, Coby Bryant and Dillon Thieneman, and why this Bears training camp could reveal whether Chicago is truly ready to defend its NFC North crown.Topics include: Chicago Bears training camp, Caleb Williams overrated, Bears 2026 preview, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Cole Kmet trade rumors, Braxton Jones, Bears left tackle battle, Austin Booker, Dayo Odeyingbo, Grady Jarrett, T.J. Edwards injury update, Tyrique Stevenson, Malik Muhammad, Coby Bryant, Dillon Thieneman, Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears Central.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/ChiBearsCentralGet at us:Email: ChicagoBearsCentral@gmail.comTwitter:@ChiBearsCentralPhone: ‪(773) 242-9336‬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Chicago Bears are heading into training camp with bigger expectations than they have had in years. After an 11-6 season, an NFC North title and their first playoff win since 2010, Ben Johnson's team now has to prove it can take another step in 2026.

The Chicago Bears are heading into 2026 training camp with real expectations, real pressure, and several roster battles that could get ruthless fast. On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down six Bears position battles that could shape the final 53-man roster, including RB3, WR3, CB2, left tackle, center, and the backup defensive tackle rotation.Can Braxton Jones hold off Jedrick Wills Jr. and Theo Benedet at left tackle? Is Logan Jones ready to push Garrett Bradbury at center? Could Malik Muhammad threaten Tyrique Stevenson for the CB2 role? And who wins the wide receiver three battle between Kalif Raymond, Jahdae Walker, and rookie speedster Zavion Thomas?Haize also reacts to ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell questioning the Bears' playmaker group and explaining why Ben Johnson may be the biggest reason Chicago's offense is being taken seriously. Are Caleb Williams' weapons being underrated, or do Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet, D'Andre Swift, Kyle Monangai, and Zavion Thomas still have to prove it?Plus, Haize dives into your voicemails on analytics, Caleb Williams' MVP ceiling, Bears offensive balance, Ryan Poles' approach to the defensive line, and whether Chicago should trust its current edge rush group heading into the season.

The Chicago Bears offseason is officially in the books, and Haize is breaking down the biggest winners and losers from OTAs, minicamp, and the full offseason program.Caleb Williams continues to look like the face of the franchise after a breakout season under Ben Johnson, landing the Madden 27 cover and entering Year 2 in the same offense with even more weapons around him. But he isn't the only Bears player whose stock is rising.Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas has been one of the biggest surprises of the offseason, flashing his elite speed and playmaking ability while making a strong case for a role in Ben Johnson's offense and the return game. Luther Burden III is also building major momentum as he looks ready for a bigger role after the departure of DJ Moore.Haize also dives into Jaylon Johnson's return, Kyler Gordon's injury concerns, Kevin Warren's stadium struggles, and why Jedrick Wills Jr. may already be in danger of missing the Bears' 53-man roster.Plus, Ryan Poles deserves credit for cleaning up the Bears' financial situation after inheriting a dead-cap disaster, and new data suggests Colston Loveland could be headed for a massive second season as one of Caleb Williams' top red-zone weapons.Chicago Bears Central is your home for daily Bears news, rumors, roster breakdowns, training camp storylines, and 2026 NFL season coverage.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/ChiBearsCentralGet at us:Email: ChicagoBearsCentral@gmail.comTwitter:@ChiBearsCentralPhone: ‪(773) 242-9336‬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Chicago Bears are officially entering one of the most important OTA periods this franchise has had in years — and the pressure is already building.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the biggest storylines Bears fans need to watch as OTAs begin, including the battle at center between veteran Garrett Bradbury and rookie second-round pick Logan Jones. After Drew Dalman's surprise retirement, Chicago needs stability in the middle of the offensive line, and Jones is already talking about building chemistry with Caleb Williams — a relationship that could be massive for the future of the Bears' offense.

The Chicago Bears are loaded with talent, but is Caleb Williams getting enough help to lead this team where fans expect them to go?

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' draft selections of KC Concepcion and Spencer Fano. They argue against comparing these new additions to previous disappointments like Jedrick Wills Jr. and Corey Coleman, highlighting differences in work ethic and personality. The discussion includes analysis from Yahoo Sports' Matt Harmon and addresses fan skepticism regarding Fano's transition to left tackle.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze Andrew Berry's draft history on 92.3 The Fan, focusing on the decision to select Jedrick Wills Jr. over Tristan Wirfs. They delve into the technical difficulties offensive tackles face when switching sides and debate the GM's philosophy on positional versatility. 01:00 - Traffic Report 02:07 - Jedrick Wills Draft Debate 06:47 - Tackle Mechanics and Versatility

Nick and Jonathan breakdown Anthony Lima's cryptic report regarding a secret top-30 visit from edge rusher David Bailey and what that could mean for the future of the defensive line. The discussion also covers Kadyn Proctor's fit in Cleveland compared to Jedrick Wills Jr. and the history of offensive line size under George Warhop. 01:12 - Evaluating Kadyn Proctor 03:16 - AFC North Line Size 07:38 - Lima's Secret Visit Report 10:49 - David Bailey Draft Profile

Daryl Ruiter joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to evaluate the Cleveland Browns' moves in free agency and their upcoming draft needs. They discuss the departure of Jedrick Wills Jr., the recent struggles of the Cavaliers, and the best strategies for filling out March Madness brackets.

Ken evaluates Andrew Berry's success with draft picks and analyzes the ongoing struggles of the Cleveland offensive line. They discuss the career trajectory of Jedrick Wills Jr. and scout potential prospects like Jennings Dunker for the upcoming NFL Draft.

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed whether the Bears can keep their grip on the NFC North after winning it in 2025. After that, Daryl Ruiter from 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland joined the show to share what fans should expect to see from a pair of new Bears additions in linebacker Devin Bush and offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. Both are former Browns players whom he covered.

The Chicago Bears continued their activity on Day 3 of NFL Free Agency, and Ryan Poles added another piece to the offensive line.On this episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the latest Chicago Bears news including:

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Bears reaching an agreement to sign former Browns offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr.

The NFL officially started a new year at 3 p.m. Wednesday, which marked the official start of free agency. The Chicago Bears' trades that included DJ Moore and Garrett Bradbury became official while the team reportedly made another signing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

On a new episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick react to the latest NFL news and what it could mean for the Patriots heading into free agency including the Patriots releasing of WR Stefon Diggs and Greg explains why maybe the Patriots could have gotten one more good year of play out of Stefon Diggs. They also discuss Greg's Free agency wish list going into the offseason. 0:00 - Welcome in 0:49 - Patriots Release WR Stefon Diggs 7:30 - Jedrick Wills Jr. visits with Patriots 9:54 - Bills agree to acquire Bears WR DJ Moore 16:22 - Looking at Potential AJ Brown trade 26:13 - Greg talks Jayson Tatum's return 26:49 - Prizepicks 28:17 - More on Jayson Tatum's return 29:20 - Looking at how Patriots address WR room this offseason 42:00 - Report: Raiders more open to idea of trading Maxx Crosby 44:36 - Chiefs trade Trent McDuffie to Rams 46:51 - Subscribe to the podcast! 47:21 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List 47:45 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List: #1 EDGE 49:38 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List: #2 FS 51:40 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List: #3 LG 54:17 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List #4 Y Tight End 56:24 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List #5 X Wide Receiver 59:01 Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List #6 RB 59:58 - Wrapping up! Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: Prize Picks

On a new episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick react to the latest NFL news and what it could mean for the Patriots heading into free agency including the Patriots releasing of WR Stefon Diggs and Greg explains why maybe the Patriots could have gotten one more good year of play out of Stefon Diggs. They also discuss Greg's Free agency wish list going into the offseason. 0:00 - Welcome in 0:49 - Patriots Release WR Stefon Diggs 7:30 - Jedrick Wills Jr. visits with Patriots 9:54 - Bills agree to acquire Bears WR DJ Moore 16:22 - Looking at Potential AJ Brown trade 26:13 - Greg talks Jayson Tatum's return 26:49 - Prizepicks 28:17 - More on Jayson Tatum's return 29:20 - Looking at how Patriots address WR room this offseason 42:00 - Report: Raiders more open to idea of trading Maxx Crosby 44:36 - Chiefs trade Trent McDuffie to Rams 46:51 - Subscribe to the podcast! 47:21 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List 47:45 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List: #1 EDGE 49:38 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List: #2 FS 51:40 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List: #3 LG 54:17 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List #4 Y Tight End 56:24 - Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List #5 X Wide Receiver 59:01 Greg Bedard's Patriots Free Agency Needs List #6 RB 59:58 - Wrapping up! Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: Prize Picks

We're back with some quick insights on the evolving under-center NFL passing game from the latest Newsletter. Then some updates from the Browns time spent with the media at their Foundation Golf Tournament at Westwood Country Club that included plenty from Kevin Stefanski on the offense splitting quarterback reps, and Joel Bitonio on his relationship with new offensive line coach Mike Bloomgren. Then the close is on Jedrick Wills Jr. stepping away from football in 2025 and what all could have been for the failed former first round pick.To unlock the FULL daily podcast each day, click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.

The Browns currently hold the second pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, but should they think about moving up to the No. 1 overall pick? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discuss that idea and more in a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast on Wednesday. Then they turn their attention to the potential of adding Carson Wentz as another veteran option this season. Do they prefer Wentz over Flacco? Is it as crazy an idea as it sounds? They also discuss the 2016 trade the Browns made with the Eagles allowing them to draft Wentz and also get into the future of Jedrick Wills Jr. and if he could return to Cleveland. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II wants to be in Cleveland long-term, even with free agency looming after this season. He'll have a chance to make his case in 2025, but his role is still up in the air. The Browns will have to make decisions sooner on some other players who have been around a while — while they wait on the decision of their longest-tenured player about his future. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe look to the future on a number of Browns free agents on Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast after they discuss Newsome's future with the team. They talk about Jedrick Wills Jr., Nick Chubb, Joel Bitonio and Jameis Winston and whether they will be around for a little while longer or if their time in a Browns uniform is over. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson‘s season is over and his time with the team could be over, too. What did cleveland.com‘s film expert Lance Reisland see when he watched all of Watson's snaps? Lance joined the Orange and Brown Talk podcast on Thursday to go through what he saw when he watched Watson and why it didn't work. How much was scheme? How much was the talent around him? How much was just him not being the player he was? Before Lance joined the podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed the news of the day, going through Kevin Stefanski‘s response to Jedrick Wills Jr.'s comments, Jameis Winston returning to New Orleans and Jordan Hicks' comments about Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy and Daryl discuss Jedrick Wills Jr.'s 'business decision' comments (2:00), Browns QB situation down the stretch (10:25), the City of Cleveland's latest report in the never ending Browns stadium saga (19:30), and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew Siciliano joins Baskin & Phelps to give his thoughts on the Browns upcoming game with the Saints, what a win in New Orleans could mean for the remainder of the Browns season, his thoughts on Jedrick Wills Jr.'s "business decision", along with possible players we could see for the rest of the season.

Browns left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. outlined on Monday the events that led to him losing his job to Dawand Jones and said he made a “business decision” prior to the Browns' win over the Ravens. There were already questions about Wills' future here, but his comments only put more of a spotlight on what it looks like for GM Andrew Berry's first draft pick. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed Wills' comments on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast and what it means for Wills in the longterm, either here or elsewhere. They also talk about what the status of Wills means for the Browns moving forward and what it says about Berry and his future as the person responsible for picking this roster — if he is the person picking the roster. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baskin & Phelps discuss their thoughts on Jedrick Wills Jr. making a "business decision" to not play due to an injury.

Baskin & Phelps discuss Jedrick Wills Jr.'s "business decision" & the future of the Browns offensive line.

Mary Kay Cabot joins Baskin & Phelps to give her thoughts on Jedrick Wills Jr.'s "business decision" to not play, what that means for his career & the future of the Browns offensive line, and what the Browns will look to accomplish the rest of the season.

Baskin & Phelps discuss their thoughts on Jedrick Wills Jr.'s "business decision" & what it means for the future.

Baskin & Phelps (Dan Menningen in for Jeff Phelps) discuss the recent news after practice on Jedrick Wills Jr. & Jack Conklin. Along with previewing & reacting to what Kevin Stefanski had to say after practice.

Daryl Ruiter joins the show to talk about the Browns' matchup with the Cowboys, Jedrick Wills Jr.'s return to practice, the LT situation for the opener and whether he puts more stock into a good offensive or defensive performance.

Nick talks about Jedrick Wills Jr.'s return to practice, the importance in Week 1 for the Browns' offense/defense and FOX Sports' David Helman joins the show.

Baskin & Phelps react to Kevin Stefanski's recent press conference, along with the return of Jedrick Wills Jr. to practice.

The Browns aren't getting much love nationally as they get ready to kick off their season on Sunday againt the Dallas Cowboys. Some people aren't even picking them to make the playoffs. Why does it feel like the outside perspective of the team is so different? Why does it seem like people are down on the Browns nationally? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answer that question on Tuesday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Then they discuss expectations for Deshaun Watson in his third season, why Browns fans should feel optimistic about the team, the left tackle situation and what's going on with Jedrick Wills Jr. and more. We were Voted best podcast by Cleveland Magazine readers! Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy and Daryl discuss whether it should be Jack Conklin, Dawand Jones, or Jedrick Wills Jr. who should get the lionshare of the reps at left tackle when all are healthy To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Albert Breer talks about the opening of the NFL preseason, whether the Browns should play Deshaun Watson in the preseason, Mike Vrabel's presence and impact with this team, the Browns' situation with Jedrick Wills Jr. entering his final year on his rookie contract and NFL owners' view on the future of the preseason/season.

The Browns kick off training camp next week at The Greenbrier in West Virginia and a number of battles will go under the spotlight, especially when the pads go on a few days in. Lance Reisland joined Dan Labbe on Friday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast to look ahead to some of the camp battles he's looking forward to watching. They look at the logjam at offensive tackle and how it could play out between Jedrick Wills Jr., Dawand Jones and Jack Conklin. They also look at the defensive tackle room and how the Browns will sort out the crowd in there. They discuss the wide receiver depth chart and what will happen after the first four and spend time at linebacker and safety and get into the importance of special teams. We were Voted best podcast by Cleveland Magazine readers! Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tyvis Powell joins Jonathan Peterlin & Garrett Bush (in for Ken & Lima) to discuss if he thinks the Cavs should look at bringing in Miles Bridges, why he thinks the Cavs can get him back on track, along with who has the leverage between Amari Cooper & the Browns, and why Jedrick Wills Jr. needs to have a huge season.

Aaron Schatz talks about his roster breakdown of the Browns, why he would be open to an extension for left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., how the AFC North teams stack up in comparison to the Chiefs, the biggest weakness for each team in the division, why he believes the NFL could support 40 teams and more.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima ask if the Cleveland Browns would regret signing left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. to an extension.

92.3 The Fan's own Daryl Ruiter joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to talk about if  Cleveland Browns offensive lineman Jedrick Wills Jr. should be extended, and the Cleveland Guardians' starting pitching concerns.

Jonathan and Daryl discuss the Browns' direction at left tackle this season and beyond. 

Albert Breer joins the show and Nick and Daryl discuss whether the Browns should look to extend Jedrick Wills Jr.. 

Albert Breer talks about the possibility of a QB salary cap in the NFL, contract situations for Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper and 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, whether the Browns should look to extend Jedrick Wills Jr., the coach with the hottest seat in the league and more.

Seth Walder talks about the Browns' offseason, the impact that Amari Cooper has on this offense, why he remains optimistic about Jerry Jeudy's upside going into this season, how he would rank the Browns' secondary against opponents and whether the team should consider an extension to left tackle Jed Wills, Jr..