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Ken and Lima open by remembering Dennis Haskins, Mr. Belding from Saved by the Bell, who died at 75, and trade memories of the show's most famous special episodes and the Max. Back on the Browns, caller Chuck argues that each Watson win helps Shedeur Sanders by pushing the team's draft position back, and asks how to beat the Steelers on Thursday. Ken agrees that Watson playing now could set Shedeur up with a better offense and line, but shelves the quarterback switch conversation until at least after the Jets game.
The QB market has no middle class, and that is the tell that it is broken. Every starter in the league is either on a rookie deal, on journeyman money, or getting 40 million and up, with nobody sitting at the 32 million average where a normal market would put most of its players. Sam walks the value-added-per-dropback numbers through week 3 and finds Deshaun Watson, holder of arguably the worst contract in NFL history, sitting dead on the median while Justin Herbert and Baker Mayfield sit below it at 50 million plus. The episode opens somewhere else entirely: two Sacramento Kings reporters caught on a hot mic rating Ben Simmons and Zach LaVine, weeks after the Dianna Russini story put every female reporter's access under the same microscope. 00:01:00 Hot mic at Kings media day, and why this is not just a Dianna Russini problem 00:08:44 South Carolina suspends the player it paid 2 million dollars to win games 00:18:04 The Clippers took a torn Achilles back just to end the Kawhi era 00:18:43 LeBron is lying about the Knicks, and he has been lying about them for 15 years 00:29:20 Jaylen Brown is right about Colin Cowherd and wrong about sourcing 00:36:16 If you want everyone to name names, say what happened in Boston with Tatum 00:39:38 MetLife has taken enough ACLs that the NFLPA should be filing a petition 00:43:49 A top-10 pick traded for a fifth, and what that says about Kevin O'Connell 00:44:55 You need a really good quarterback, not an elite one, to win a championship 00:46:15 The QB market has no middle class, and here is the chart that proves it 00:52:26 Three Super Bowls in the entire worth-every-penny tier 00:56:25 Drake Maye was never good, he had the easiest schedule in the league 00:58:39 The extension is automatic now, which means nobody has to earn anything 01:03:01 Week 3 roundup, good games between teams that are not threats 01:04:53 Deshaun Watson is hooping, so Shedeur is not getting the rock 01:15:39 The Raiders are 3-0 and that last Chiefs game might have seeding implications 01:18:40 Aaron Donald came back off the couch to get double teamed anyway For all pod and video content hit up -> WWW.THEESAMD.COM TIP JAR: https://theesamd.link/TipJar Subscribe: Sports/Media/Culture YT -> Thee Sam D YT Tech YT -> Shill Free Tech YT Never Forget: #phillywillALWAYSletYOUdown #blackvoicesmatter
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Jarvis Landry joins the show! Reacting to the TNF Falcons vs Packers game and much more! On September 25, 2026 episode of 'Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams', I sit down with former wide receiver for the Dolphins, Browns, Saints & Jaguars - Jarvis Landry. Catch him on @4thAndSouth CHAPTERS 00 Intro 26:30 Jarvis Landry 4th&South Podcast Always wanted to play with Tom Brady 38:38 Who's Killing the Swag Right now 39:30 Reacting to Tee & Chase Celly Fine CRAZIEST Fine in Career 43:00 Falcons vs Packers What's WRONG with the Packers? 48:52 Kevin Stefanski & Falcons Left Handed QBs 52:32 Odell Beckham Jr and Giants 1:00:00 Baker Mayfield and Bucs 1:04:40 Chargers & Justin Herbert How Do You Fix the Chargers? 1:08:45 Marvin Harrison Jr Herbert or Love Turn It Around? 1:11:32 Acho-Fournette BEEF Podcast Royal Rumble 1:16:35 Browns QB Situation - DeShaun vs Shedeur 1:20:00 Top 3 WRs in NFL Right Now KayMakers 1:37:00 WILDEST Lines Plus Tee Higgins reveals that the NFL sent him a letter to fine and put a stop to his & Ja'Marr Chase's highly debated first down celebration, his chemistry with Joe Burrow is better than ever and becoming best friends, Dexter Lawrence impact on the defense, and bringing back the 2021 vibes.
Craig Carton describes his early morning visit to a legendary FDNY firehouse and the respect he has for the speed and bravery of firefighters. He and Big Mac then discuss the career trajectories of the Friends cast before analyzing rumors surrounding the Giants and Shedeur Sanders. They also reflect on Kevin Stefanski's leadership following a powerful speech described by Bijan Robinson. (00:01:00) FDNY Firehouse Visit (00:07:20) Friends Cast Career Debates (00:15:47) Giants Trade Rumors (00:23:30) Stefanski's Moving Team Speech
The Guardians lost 1-0 to the Red Sox, yet the magic number is down to one and the hosts say it's the best they've felt after a loss all year. They get into who should start Game 3 of a playoff series, Foster Griffin or Tanner Bibee, and whether the young core changes how fans should feel about the future. Then Jaxson Dart's season-ending injury sparks Shedeur Sanders to the Giants chatter that they insist isn't happening.
CBS Sports analyst Emory Hunt says Deshaun Watson looked like the old version of himself in Tampa, but the small ball offense needs deep shots and a real running game to survive. He still believes Shedeur Sanders raises the ceiling of this offense and compares the situation to Alex Smith and Colin Kaepernick. He also weighs in on the college quarterback class and gives a blunt answer on the Protect College Sports Act.
Emory Hunt joins Ken and Lima to evaluate Deshaun Watson's performance and the long-term sustainability of Todd Monken's offensive schemes. They debate whether Shedeur Sanders could eventually replace Watson and analyze several top college quarterback prospects like Trinidad Chambliss. The conversation also explores the Guardians' chance to clinch a playoff spot and the ethics of early celebrations.(00:02:15) Emory Hunt Interview(00:05:50) Browns Receiver Performance(00:10:00) Shedeur Sanders Analysis(00:13:50) College Quarterback Prospects(00:19:50) Missing Game Notes(00:23:00) Assessing Trinidad Chambliss(00:32:08) Guardians Postseason Scenarios
Baskin & Phelps wonder if Shedeur Sanders could be traded to the Giants with New York losing Jaxson Dart for the year.
The first hour of "Baskin & Phelps" for Thursday, September 24, 2026.
The Road and how comedy has changed, Sal shares pasta recipes and wine pairings, the Browns are back and the decline of Black Superheroes on the screen
Ken and Anthony dig into an Albert Breer report claiming no one around the league or inside the Browns building actually thought Shedeur Sanders was the better week-one option, using it to push back on fans convinced Todd Monken was pressured or lying about his QB call. A caller admits he wanted Watson to play badly so the team could move on to Sanders, and Ken counters that a rebuilt roster around Watson — new coach, new offensive line, young receivers — makes riding out his effective play the smarter near-term path. They close by noting several starting QBs around the league have gone down with injuries, keeping Sanders' eventual opportunity alive regardless of how Watson performs.
Ken and Anthony dig into the phenomenon of fans who feel conflicted about enjoying a win that came via Deshaun Watson, with Ken defending his own low bar for the performance by pointing to notes he took at halftime praising Watson's improved ball security. A trucker caller named Jovan argues Watson doesn't need to be the long-term answer, just someone who instills a winning mentality that carries over once Shedeur Sanders eventually takes over. Ken closes by contrasting the Browns' long history of tanking without results against teams like the Steelers that stay competitive most years, arguing actually trying to win now matters more than protecting future draft position.
Callers push back on Ken and Anthony's confidence that Shedeur Sanders will start Week 3, with one questioning whether Deshaun Watson is even truly playing for his job and another arguing Baker Mayfield's revenge game is already over since the Browns beat him with Jacoby Brissett in net. Ken stands firm on his prediction while acknowledging he's rarely been this certain about a Browns storyline. The segment closes with the show's new "What's in the Box" bit, an unboxing of donated high school gear from a listener that turns into a running joke about Ken's sweatshirt size.
Ken and Anthony point to the Browns signing Colorado alum Jimmy Horn Jr. as the clearest sign yet that Shedeur Sanders will start against Carolina, while breaking down two shaky fumbles from Deshaun Watson's Week 1 return. They heap praise on Jose Ramirez, calling him one of the most respected players in the league and comparing his value to a football offensive lineman's, and note how Brayan Rocchio has increasingly modeled his game after him. They close by dissecting Baker Mayfield's subdued, veteran-sounding press conference ahead of his return to Cleveland, debating whether a classy, businesslike Mayfield would sting Browns fans more than a boastful one.
The third hour of "Afternoon Drive" for Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Nick and Jonathan talk about the idea that the Browns are only playing Deshaun Watson right now to take the beating before they turn to Shedeur Sanders and why they feel that is nonsensical.
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Jason Lloyd tells Ken and Anthony he can't find a legitimate football explanation for why Deshaun Watson is starting over Shedeur Sanders, arguing that if the Browns believed in any alternative quarterback they'd simply play him, so the decision itself reveals what they actually think of Shedeur. All three agree Todd Monken is taking the fallout for a mess created by ownership and Andrew Berry's earlier refusal to cut ties with Watson after his Achilles injury, and Lloyd says the team should have absorbed that cap hit last year instead of letting it poison the young core's development. The conversation closes with a quick recap of Brayan Rocchio's walk-off win keeping the Guardians in the division race, plus updates on Browns practice and injury news ahead of the Buccaneers game.
Ken lays out a hypothetical where, if he were the Browns' owner, a poor performance from Deshaun Watson against Baker Mayfield's Buccaneers would force an honest conversation about benching him immediately, arguing Todd Monken needs to actually coach and adapt rather than just repeat his offensive philosophy. He and Anthony debate whether the timing actually favors Shedeur Sanders taking over in week three given Carolina's shaky week one defense and a young, gelling offensive line, while cautioning that a rough start for Shedeur shouldn't be read as any real indictment given how little support he's had. Ken closes by openly worrying about the home opener turning into something ugly, repeatedly stressing he doesn't want to give anyone "any crazy ideas" ahead of Sunday.
Jason Lloyd joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to analyze the Cleveland Browns' commitment to Deshaun Watson and the hypothetical prospect of Shedeur Sanders taking over. They also address the maturity of Arch Manning following his public apology to Holly Rowe and discuss the Guardians' division race. (00:01:20) Jason Lloyd Interview (00:05:14) Quarterback Starting Mandates (00:09:56) Browns Ticket Sales (00:17:28) Deshaun Watson Debate (00:25:14) Shedeur Sanders Hypothetical (00:30:23) Arch Manning Apology (00:36:02) Upcoming Guest Lineup
Ken and Anthony debate Ohio State quarterback prospects, with Ken admitting he's cooled a bit on Julian Sayin while getting even higher on Arch Manning after his comeback performance. The bulk of the segment is Ken laying out a "galaxy brain" case for why the Browns should actually keep Deshaun Watson starting against Baker Mayfield and Tampa Bay, rather than throwing Shedeur Sanders into a no-win cleanup job, since Watson made the mess and should be the one to answer for it.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the fallout of a difficult performance in a simulated sports season. They weigh the decision to stick with Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders, discuss Ohio State's loss to Texas with Doug Lesmerises, and recap recent Guardians and Cavaliers news. (00:02:27) Week Two Quarterback Discussion (00:07:13) Evaluating Watson's Performance (00:11:40) Todd Monken's Decision (00:17:16) Comparing Watson and Shedeur (00:24:05) Coaching Expectations and Logic (00:28:31) Ronnie Hickman Soundbite (00:33:12) Ohio State Loss Reaction (00:38:36) Marketing the Quarterback Situation (00:47:20) Analyzing Offensive Failures (00:55:50) Free Cavaliers Broadcasts (01:02:20) Media and Quarterback Misinformation (01:10:31) Guardians Baseball Recap (01:18:10) James Franklin's Presser (01:26:41) Renaming the Gulf of Cleveland (01:32:43) Albert Breer on Tanking (01:39:15) Potential Manning Influence (01:51:04) The Neutral Zone Segment (02:01:18) Doug Lesmerises Interview (02:12:00) Ohio State's Young Talent (02:23:15) Case for Starting Watson
JP and Pedone debate if the week one performance from Deshaun Watson was the best case scenario for Shedeur Sanders.
Jonathan Peterlin is joined by Nick Pedone for today's show and they start off by discussing what it will take for Deshaun to get replaced by Shedeur.
Jonathan and Nick talk about how the Browns loss in Week 1 benefits Shedeur Sanders. Then, they're joined by Joe DeLeone of A to Z Sports, and they react to Arch Manning's viral comments about an AI video.
Jason Smith and Mike Harmon tell you how much trouble the Broncos in after getting dominated by the Chiefs. What’s the biggest question about Patrick Mahomes coming off MNF? Maybe DeShaun Watson is the Browns "away" QB, and Shedeur Sanders is their "home" QB. And something just doesn't add up about Drew Brees possibly playing for the Broncos in last season’s AFC Championship game!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pat Boyle kicks off the late-night hours solo with live updates from a tight Chiefs-Broncos divisional clash before teaming up with producer Brandon Combs for a rapid-fire edition of "Hot or Cold." The duo debates whether Shedeur Sanders is being unfairly held back behind a struggling Deshaun Watson in Cleveland, projecting how short Watson's leash really is after another offensive disaster. From there, they analyze Arch Manning's sensational 21-point fourth-quarter comeback against Ohio State to vault into the thick of the Heisman race, Texas leaping to No. 1 in the rankings, Steve Sarkisian's postgame interview drama, and whether Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills established themselves as the team to beat in the AFC following their statement victory in Houston over C.J. Stroud and the Texans.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima replay Todd Monken's dodge of a question about whether Deshaun Watson starts in Tampa, arguing that Monken's non-answer and refusal to commit reveal he's already considering a change. They float a "poetic" scenario where a blowout loss forces Cleveland's hand, with Ken noting some fans are openly rooting for Watson to lose badly enough that the QB change happens before he faces Cleveland again down the road. A caller pile-on follows, with Frank ripping Watson's mechanics and comparing him unfavorably to Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel, while Ken argues Watson's performance isn't even his worst as a Brown, undercutting any "rust" excuse since he's never looked good in Cleveland.
Scott Petrak of the Chronicle-Telegram joined "Baskin & Phelps" Monday talking the Week 1 loss to the Jaguars and why the door might be open for Shedeur to start Week 2 against Tampa Bay.
A discounted jersey sends Browns fans spiraling into rumors again, and Ken and Anthony break down why Shedeur Sanders seems to trigger this cycle more than any player they can remember. They get into the uglier side of that fandom too, including some retweets and accusations aimed at Kevin Stefanski that neither host is comfortable letting slide. It turns into a bigger argument about whether two different coaching staffs saying the same thing about Shedeur's readiness should carry more weight than the noise around him.
Nick and Jonathan debate what it means that Shedeur Sanders jerseys have gone on clearance on the Fanatics website.
Nick and Jonathan question why Shedeur Sanders' jerseys have been heavily discounted on Fanatics. Then, they're joined by Lindsay Rhodes of Sumer Sports, and they talk about their expectations for the Browns offense this season.
The first hour of "Baskin & Phelps" for Thursday, September 10, 2026.
A caller gives his thoughts to Baskin and Phelps on why he thinks Shedeur isn't as good as people make him out to be.
Baskin and Phelps wonder if Browns head coach Todd Monken is being too cautious with Shedeur Sanders.
Ken fires back at online Shedeur Sanders defenders claiming he's a top-two quarterback when healthy, arguing Baker Mayfield's new deal proves the league views him as good but not elite. He and Anthony pivot into a debate over Arch Manning's draft stock and whether Shedeur's fifth-round slide was really about talent or about him and his family limiting which teams he'd talk to.
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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dig into Todd Monken's cagey comments about possibly dressing three quarterbacks, wondering if Taylen Green could leapfrog Shedeur Sanders as Deshaun Watson's primary backup. They dive into the NFL's actual emergency-quarterback rules, debating loopholes around designations, Wildcat formations and re-entry after injury. Carman argues it's likely just gamesmanship or a way to justify Green's roster spot, while questioning what it would really say about Sanders if it's true.
Nick and Jonathan react to Vegas setting the line at Week 11 for when Shedeur Sanders will make his first start this season. Then, they're joined by Joe DeLeone of A to Z Sports, and they get into Michigan's controversial win over Western Michigan.
John Fanta of NBC Sports joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about Taylen Green's standing on the Browns roster, Todd Monken's comments about Deshaun Watson's mentality, what success looks like in Week 1, and more.
Nick and Jonathan talk about how long the Vegas odds feel Deshaun Watson will make it this season and when they think we'll see Shedeur by.
They explore the growing disconnect between Cleveland fans and Deshaun Watson, debating whether Todd Monken should transition to Shedeur Sanders. The conversation also analyzes Ryan Day's coaching pressure at Ohio State and the chaos of NCAA eligibility rulings. 02:11 - Expectations For Todd Monken 05:20 - Browns Fans Reject Watson 09:08 - Caller Defends Starting Watson 15:14 - NCAA Eligibility Issues 19:48 - Ohio State Desperation Talk 23:13 - Ryan Day Coaching Critique 33:13 - Traffic Report 34:53 - Guardians Wild Card Race 38:01 - College Football Opening Weekend 41:07 - LSU Legal Eligibility Ruling
Ken lays out his glass-half-full case for why Todd Monken's roster and quarterback decisions actually make sense given the Browns' cap situation and lack of depth, but admits it puts him in an unpopular spot with fans. A caller named Deshaun then pushes back hard, arguing the real reason Watson is starting has nothing to do with talent and everything to do with giving a desperate veteran one last shot at a payday. The debate boils over into a heated back and forth comparing the decision to Nick Chubb's final season, with Ken pushing the caller to defend a claim about Watson and Shedeur looking like the same quarterback in camp.
Ken and Anthony recap the Fan 15 event at Dave & Buster's, where a signed Deshaun Watson card sat unclaimed for so long they had to bundle it with a Shedeur Sanders card just to get someone to take it. They dig into what that says about the fanbase's lingering feelings on Watson heading into a make-or-break stretch that includes Jacksonville and Tampa Bay in the first two weeks. The guys also break down Colorado's ugly win over Georgia Tech and touch on the Bill Belichick/UNC scandal before setting up an appearance from Guardians GM Mike Chernoff.
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
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Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken named Deshaun Watson starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders on Monday morning, but he cannot survive that press conference. Saturday, Watson went five of 12 against Buffalo, then told Cleveland the boos were personal. He joked about 17 away games and named his wife his person of peace. Browns owner Jimmy Haslam saw all of that and still doubled down on his mistake over Deion Sanders's son. Monken also understands this could be his one-and-only opportunity to be a head coach in the NFL, and starting Shedeur would waste his chance. He did not move off his belief that Deshaun is an NFL starter; it will be up to Deshaun Watson to prove him wrong with his play instead of acting like he's owed the respect of Browns fans. #DeshaunWatson #DeshaunWatsonPressConference #ClevelandBrowns #ToddMonken #ShedeurSanders #NFL #Browns #Fearless ➢Today's Sponsors For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com. Please review the “AD” disclosure requirements based on FTC legal regulations here: http://ftc.gov/influencers ➢ Show Outline 00:00 - ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://www.youtube.com/@breidenfehoko96 https://x.com/SteveKim323 ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media: https://x.com/JasonWhitlock https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices