Orange and Brown Talk: Cleveland Browns Podcast

The NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday night and we're getting you ready with a full first round mock draft. For the third year in a row, the Orange and Brown Talk and Buckeye Talk crews got together and made every pick in the first round. Nathan Baird, Tim Bielik, Andrew Gillis, Dan Labbe, Stephen Means and Jimmy Watkins were all assigned teams and they worked their way through the first 32 picks, making trades and filling needs along the way. While the first pick was a no-brainer, things got interesting after that and included discussions on Justin Fields in Pittsburgh and which Buckeyes player could be the first to go in their class next year. 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

The Browns will kick off their last of three straight years without a first-round pick this week, going on the clock on Friday night in the second round. They don't have as much draft capital to work with this year as in years past, so there are plenty of options on the table for GM Andrew Berry in his fifth draft. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe look ahead to this week's draft by making predictions for the Browns. What will they do with their first pick? Could they take a quarterback? What about those two seventh rounders? Check out their predictions on Monday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. 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

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is attempting to come back from an injury this season and has played in just 12 games in two seasons since the Browns acquired him. Is this the year he returns to the elite level the Browns hoped for when they acquired him? Will he at least be a Top 10 quarterback? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by answering those questions about Watson before answering another about what it would actually take for the Browns to decide to move on from Watson. Then they answer a question about the Browns record next season and discuss a couple of draft questions about what positions the Browns value in the draft and if linebacker and defensive tackle are in play. 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

We spent our first two draft podcasts discussing specific positions. First it was wide receivers and tight ends, then it was defensive linemen. Today, on our final draft podcast, we open it up to everything else. Cleveland.com's draft expert Tim Bielik and film expert Lance Reisland join the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast for our third draft preview, focusing on whichever players they want to throw out as options for the Browns when they go on the clock next week. Tim and Lance throw out two players and a sleeper and discuss each player and why they like them. Then they do a Browns only mock draft and make the Browns' first three picks. Find out who they would take if the draft fell a certain way at the end of the month. 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

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson dropped some hints about the new-look offense during his press conference on Tuesday. He mentioned how it will help the wide receivers and him with new coordinator Ken Dorsey in the fold along with Kevin Stefanski. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start the Wednesday Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by discussing what Watson said about the offense and who they think will call plays. Then they spend time talking about the secondary. Denzel Ward called it the best in the league on Tuesday while Greg Newsome II talked about how he wants to remain a part of the Browns for a long time. They get into what both players had to say. 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

We heard from Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson on Tuesday during the Browns' first media availability of the of team's offseason program. Watson, Kevin Stefanski and Denzel Ward all spoke. Our focus on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast is Watson, who spoke about his injury and about his plan to get back to throwing during practice. They discuss his acknowledgement that the injury could have occurred as early as Week 3 as well as him talking about patience as he moves through the rehab process. Then they answer the question: How do you feel about Watson in 2024 after hearing him talk on Tuesday? 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

The Browns are back for their offseason program, reporting to Berea on Monday for the start of the optional portion of the program. Nothing is mandatory until minicamp in June. Like every team in the NFL, they have plenty of questions as they start to gear up for football to return and the start of training camp in July. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe use Monday’s Orange and Brown Talk Podcast to discuss three questions on the offensive side of the football. They discuss their expectations for Deshaun Watson and when they hope to see Nick Chubb on the field again. They also look at the tackle situation and how it could shake out with three starting-caliber players on the roster. 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

Last week, the focus of our draft podcast was on wide receivers and tight ends. This week, we're moving to the defensive side of the ball as we give you names to keep in mind when the Browns go on the clock in this year's NFL Draft. Cleveland.com's draft expert Tim Bielik and film expert Lance Reisland join the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast for our second draft preview, focusing on edge rushers and defensive tackles. Tim and Lance throw out two options and a sleeper at both spots and discuss each player and why they like them. Then they do a Browns only mock draft and make the Browns' first three picks. Find out who they would take if the draft fell a certain way at the end of the month. 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

The Browns did right by star running back Nick Chubb, restructuring his contact to make sure he would be a Cleveland Brown in 2024, giving him incentives to earn back the money he gave up in the process. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start off their latest Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by talking about the Chubb restructure and why he means so much to this team, the fans and why they Browns couldn't had to do everything they could to bring him back. They also discuss a possible London game for the Browns as well as an ideal draft weekend for the team and spend time on the team's quarterback room and why the addition of Tyler Huntley is interesting. 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

The Browns roster is in good shape with the draft approaching but, just like any other roster in the NFL, it has question marks. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss their remaining concerns with the roster and the things they're keeping an eye on. They discuss the state of the defensive line and if there's room for the Browns to find more pass rush help. They also get into the wide receiver room and the production they expect from Jerry Jeudy and Elijah Moore plus the guys behind them. Then they look at the linebacker position to determine if there's enough there and if it even matters that much in Jim Schwartz's scheme. 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

Packers president Mark Murphy hinted heavily the Packers could be the team heading to Brazil Week 1 to take on the Eagles. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed the idea of the Browns not going to Brazil and why they think it's actually a good thing for the Browns and their fans. They discuss some of the challenges going to Brazil would present and why they seemed to be the one team that actually wanted the trip. They also spend some more time on travel -- like how The Greenbrier will impact a normal training camp schedule instead of the extended schedule the Browns had last year. They also offer some advice to Browns fans who might want to plan a trip this season. Which cities are the best on the schedule to visit. They even talk a little train travel, just for fun. 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

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson spoke last week at the opening of Lefty's Cheesesteak in University Heights covering a number of topics, including the fact he'll be ready to go Week 1. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe got caught up on Monday on what Watson covered during his media availability and what we learned from his comments at the restaurant opening. They discuss his availability for Week 1 and what it might look like when he does take the field again. They also talk about Jameis Winston's visit to Watson in Los Angeles and why it was important and get into what Kevin Stefanski appearing on Watson's podcast means for how far Kevin has come in his four years as head coach. 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

The Browns are once again navigating a draft without a first round pick, but there are plenty of options for them in the second round and beyond to fill their needs and add depth to their roster. Cleveland.com's NFL Draft expert Tim Bielik and film expert Lance Reisland join the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast for our first draft preview, focusing on wide receivers and tight ends. Tim and Lance throw out two options and a sleeper at receiver and also some tight ends to keep in mind with the draft coming. Then they do a Browns only mock draft and make their two Day 2 picks. Find out who they would take if the draft fell a certain way at the end of the month. 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

Wide receiver Elijah Moore had an up-and-down first season with the Browns in 2023 but showed signs of what he could be once the Browns figure out exactly how they want to use him. So what should we reasonably expect from Moore in 2024? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast, Part 2 of our Hey, Mary Kay! podcast this week. What's a fair expectation for Moore and how does the addition of Jerry Jeudy impact him this season? They also discuss the possibility of adding a running back in the draft, NFL expansion 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

The Browns will make a decision on cornerback Greg Newsome II's fifth-year option for 2025 in the next month. The price tag for the option and the emergence of young cornerbacks on the roster has made some Browns fans wonder what Newsome's future in Cleveland might entail. It's one of the questions Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe address on Wednesday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They discuss whether Newsome could end up in a trade and if he'll be with the Browns beyond 2025. They also answer questions about Deshaun Watson's time to throw and the team's receiver depth. Check out Part 2 of this edition of the podcast on Thursday. 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

We still have some time before we get a look at the Browns defense in 2024, but we know most of the pieces involved as, with the exception of a few spots, they're running it back. What should we expect from them? Will they pick up where they left off or is there concern they could take a step back? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss expectations for the defense in 2024 on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. How will stability help and hurt them? They also discuss the return of Cade York and why it's important to beef up the special teams coverage units like they did by signing Justin Hardee. Lastly, they discuss the Women's Final Four returning to Cleveland and Ashley's experiences the last time it was here and Dan's expectations as he covers the event this weekend. 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

Cleveland City Councilman Brian Kazy inserted himself and city council into the Browns stadium discussions on Monday, invoking the "Art Modell Law" in calling for the Browns to remain in Cleveland. Last week, Dee and Jimmy Haslam took their turn to discuss their options when it comes to either updating or replacing Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed the Browns' stadium options on Monday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They talked about the "Art Modell Law" and why it's coming up and how it might be used. They also talk about a potential move to Brook Park and if it really matters if the Browns are within the city limits of Cleveland or a few minutes outside of city limits. They even take some time to discuss some of the favorite stadiums they've visited 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

The offseason is flying by and we're only about two weeks away from the Cleveland Browns beginning the voluntary portion of their offseason. In this Friday episode of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Ashley Bastock go through the ins and outs of the offseason program that begin on April 15. The two discuss each of the three phases and what teams can do during each as they work their way up to offense vs. defense drills The two also discuss what they think will be the biggest story of the offseason for the Browns offense: How Deshaun Watson continues to progress post-shoulder surgery. But it’s not just about their QB1. What will we see from new backups, Jameis Winston and Tyler Huntley? How will Winston and Watson work together? And what about the guys catching their passes? What will Jerry Jeudy look like, and how important is his relationship with Amari Cooper going to be? Mary Kay and Ashley discuss the receivers' relationship that goes back to their native south Florida as well as their shared alma mater: Alabama. Finally, what does Jeudy’s addition mean for returner Elijah Moore? What’s at stake for him in his second year in Cleveland?  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

Was there an update on star running back Nick Chubb's contract when Andrew Berry spoke at the NFL annual meetings earlier this week? That's one of the questions our Football Insider subscribers had on Thursday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Ashley Bastock discuss what Berry said about a possible re-working of Nick Chubb’s contract, his rehab over the next three months, and the makeup of the Browns’ running back room. The two also discuss the decision for the Browns to keep four quarterbacks on their roster currently, and why that has become commonplace for them. And what about Berry’s draft strategy? The two talk about whether they think it’s more likely for the Browns GM to trade up or trade back, and they re-assess the 2023 class. They also talk about the Browns defense, and the decision to essentially run it back without a major new addition to the defensive line. Could that lead to some more breakdowns like we saw in 2023? Finally, they go over some of their new favorite Cleveland spots ahead of a couple of big events in Cleveland: The Women’s Final Four and the solar eclipse. 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

On this Wednesday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast, Ashley Bastock and Mary Kay Cabot finish recapping everything Browns-related from the NFL annual meetings in Orlando. First, the two discuss the NFL’s impending announcement on the league’s first-ever Brazil game. Will the Browns play abroad against the Eagles to open the season or will it be the Green Bay Packers? We could know as soon as this week, but what we do know is that it's down to those two teams. Then, they get into the big news from Browns GM Andrew Berry: How Nick Chubb’s recovery is going. Mary Kay gives some insight on the next step into Chubb’s rehab from his season-ending knee injury that required two surgeries: load running. The two also discuss how the next three months will be key in determining Chubb’s availability for the beginning of the season, and the roles of the new running backs in the room. Amari Cooper was also a big topic of discussion for Berry, and what he had to say about the possibility of extending their No. 1 wide receiver. It seems like it’s inevitable at this point for multiple reasons, including a cap standpoint, the wide receiver market as a whole, and how valuable he has been in Cleveland. Mary Kay and Ashley also discuss what Berry had to say about Deshaun Watson’s recovery and another indication he gave that the quarterback’s rehab from season-ending shoulder surgery is going well. Finally, the two discuss the trade deadline moving back one week, and how it wasn’t exactly what the Browns proposed ahead of the league's annual meetings, but is still a good compromise.  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

It's the big story for the Cleveland Browns in the years to come: What's going to happen with their stadium? On this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast Ashley Bastock checks in with Mary Kay Cabot from the NFL annual meetings in Orlando and discuss everything Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam said regarding the possibilities of renovation and relocation. The two discuss the change in tone from the Haslams compared to a year ago, when they said they were firmly committed to renovating Cleveland Browns stadium on the lakefront. Now, the Haslams say, they are also open to building a dome stadium in Brook Park. Mary Kay and Ashley discuss both options and what they might mean, as well as the possible rippling impacts of both, and how neither seems to be outwardly favored over the other In addition to the stadium's future, the two also delve into the other big topic for the Browns owners: extensions for GM Andrew Berry and head coach Kevin Stefanski that are imminent. Finally, the two touch on what NFL commissioner Roger Goodell had to say about the NFL's first ever Brazil game, and the Browns being one of two teams in the running to face the Philadelphia Eagles abroad. 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

The biggest question for the Browns this offseason is how Deshaun Watson's recovery is going following his season-ending shoulder surgery, so that's of course a big topic for the team as the NFL annual meetings take place in Orlando. On this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast Mary Kay Cabot checks in from those meetings with Ashley Bastock to recap everything head coach Kevin Stefanski said on Monday. The two talk about Watson's recovery, as well as what Stefanski had to say about the meeting between himself, the quarterback, and new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey out in L.A. They also discuss Watson beginning to throw, and what this might all mean for his timeline to return. Stefanski still not providing an answer on playcalling duties is another topic of discussion. Mike Vrabel's hiring also came up on Monday, and Mary Kay and Ashley discuss why he will be such a great resource for the Browns. The two touch on the other big player who suffered a season-ending injury, talking the latest on Nick Chubb rehabbing from the gruesome knee injury that ended his 2023 campaign in Week 2. Finally, Mary Kay previews what Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam will get asked on Monday evening. 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

The Browns are well into the offseason and we're still waiting on word of extensions for head coach Kevin Stefanski and GM Andrew Berry. Are they coming soon? That's one of the questions our Football Insider subscribers had on Friday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discuss the potential for extensions and if they're coming soon -- and why they should. They also discuss the state of the roster as compared to last season and what it tells us about how the Browns view their outlook this season as well as an early look at the AFC North and a discussion about how Berry's approach to free agency has changed. 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

The NFL's annual meeting is taking place next week and we're looking ahead by coming up with one question each for members of the Browns -- head coach Kevin Stefanski, GM Andrew Berry and owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam. They start with one question each for Stefanski regarding Deshaun Watson, Jameis Winston and Mike Vrabel. For Berry, they discuss Nick Chubb's future, the acquistion of Winston and Plan B at quarterback. For the Haslams, they're talking about the decision to bring in Winston, the future of the stadium and extensions. Check out the questions they would ask and the ensuing discussions about why they matter on Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. 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

The Browns introduced backup quarterback Jameis Winston on a Zoom call on Wednesday after he officially signed his contract. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe all participated in the call and they discussed what they heard from Winston on Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They discuss how Winston will be able to help Watson on and off the field and the reasons Winston is such a good fit as a player who can help guide Watson through his comeback this season. Then they spend more time on the extension the Browns gave to wide receiver Jerry Jeudy. Why did the Browns feel the need to do the extension so soon? Why did they not do the same with Elijah Moore after they made the trade for him last offseason? 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

Monday marked the two-year anniversary of the Browns trading for quarterback Deshaun Watson, a defining moment for the franchise. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe looked back on the deal and where things stand now. Are the Browns better off at the quarterback position or still in the same place they were before the deal? Are Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski safe regardless of how this trade plays out? Were there other options that would have been better and would the Browns have made the trade again? They dig into the whole thing on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Then, Mary Kay and Dan discuss the extension the Browns gave to wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, who they acquired this offseason and why they decided to do this extension now. 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

The Browns are adding former Ravens backup Tyler Huntley to their quarterback room. He joins Deshaun Watson, Jameis Winston and Dorian Thompson-Robinson as the team's four quarterbacks with the offseason program approaching. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed all the angles of the Huntley addition on Monday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Is there any reason to be concerned about Winston's status? What does this mean about Watson's comeback from his injury? What about Thompson-Robinson's future? Why didn't the Browns bring back Joshua Dobbs over Huntley? Then they spend some time on the Steelers' new-look quarterback room and discuss the Browns adding Mike Vrabel as a consultant. 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

The first week of free agency has been good to the Browns so far. They added a wide receiver via trade a few days before things got started and then proceeded to solidify their defensive front and linebacking corps while brining back key pieces. What grade do they get so far? It’s the first question Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answer on Friday’s Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They also talk about the impact Jerry Jeudy could have as well as the status of certain contract restructures as the free agency period continues. 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

The Browns continued adding to their defense on Thursday in free agency, agreeing to deals with defensive lineman Quinton Jefferson and signing linebacker Devin Bush. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started their Thursday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by discussing those two additions to the defense. Can Bush resurrect his career here? How does Jefferson fit on the defensive line? Then they react to what they heard from two of the Browns' free agent signings on Zoom. Both Jerry Jeudy and Jordan Hicks met with the media and they talk about what stood out from each player and their first impressions of two of the Browns' first signees. 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

The Browns' first-wave of free agency included bringing back Za'Darius Smith to reteam him and Myles Garrett on the defensive line. They also brought back Mo Hurst II and Shelby Harris, two important depth players on the line. Is there a big name coming on the defensive line or will they focus on developing young players on the roster and adding through the draft? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by discussing the defensive line. They also talk about Mike Williams, who was released by the Chargers on Wednesday, and if the Browns should pursue him. Lastly, they discuss the linebacker room and bring up some signings and departures flying under the radar. 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

The Browns caught nearly everyone off guard when they pivoted and chose Jameis Winston over Joe Flacco as their backup quarterback this season. Winston joins the Browns after being the backup in New Orleans. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dig into the Browns decision and how it ended up with Winston as the guy to back up Deshaun Watson. They discuss what they believe went into the decision and what prompted the Browns to make this decision. Is it a better scheme fit than Flacco? They also talk about whether the Browns considered the reaction if Watson struggled with Flacco sitting on the bench -- and if they should have. Then they discuss Winston's off-field issues at Florida State and early in his career and how fans might react to him before they talk about Winston's personality and what he brings as the backup. They end the pod by trying to figure out what might be next for Flacco. 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

The Browns will acquire wide receiver Jerry Jeudy from Broncos when the NFL's new league year begins on Wednesday at 4 p.m. They are giving up a fifth and sixth round pick for the receiver. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe react to the trade in Part 1 of their Browns free agency podcast on Monday. They discuss why the trade made sense for the Browns and what Jeudy brings to the team's wide receiver room. What impact will Amari Cooper have on him? How does he fit in the offense? Why make this move now? They also discuss Russell Wilson signing with the Steelers and what it means for the AFC North. Will Wilson revive his career in Pittsburgh? Does it make the Steelers a contender? Then they make some predictions that are sure to age poorly given the timing of this podcast. 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

The buzz is building for Joe Flacco to return to the Browns this season, but will it happen? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start Thursday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing if Flacco could actually come back to Cleveland? Why are he and his agent putting it out there how much he wants to come back? How could his return impact Deshaun Watson? Are there starting opportunities out there for him? They also talk about if there's a chance Dorian Thompson-Robinson could end up as the backup. Then they answer questions about free agency and the lack of contract restructures so far. Could the Browns end up having a relatively quiet offseason? They wrap up by discussing potential extensions for Kevin Stefanski and Andrew Berry. 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

The Broncos decided to take on a bunch of dead money and move on from Russell Wilson earlier this week. Could the Browns find themselves in the same boat a year from now? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe used Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast to react to Browns hot takes from our Football Insider subscribers and they start off by discussing if it's possible the Browns could find themselves in a similar spot to Denver in 12 months. They also discuss whether the Browns got fleeced by the Texans in the Watson trade or if the jury is still out on the deal. Then it's their attempt to predict the Browns quarterback room at the start of training camp 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

The Browns will embark on another free agency period under GM Andrew Berry next week and there are going to be opportunities to upgrade. Mary Kay Cabot wrote about what to expect from the Browns in free agency on Tuesday and we discussed it on the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. We started with receivers and touched on some names we haven't talked about much this offseason, going over some of our favorites for them to sign this offseason, including one who could become available and is very familiar with Deshaun Watson. They also discuss the move at edge rusher and what they can do to find the right player to pair with Myles Garrett. They wrap up the podcast by making the case for re-signing one of the Browns own free agents. Read Mary Kay's full post here. 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

The Browns signed Deshaun Watson to a 5-year, $230 million contract after acquiring him in a trade in 2022. We're two years into the deal and Watson has played 12 games and the Browns have played in, and lost, a single playoff game. It's safe to say things haven't exactly worked out. How should we view the Watson contract now with three years left and as many questions remaining now as there were two offseasons ago? Can he ever live up to it and can the Browns still make this work if he doesn't? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start their Monday Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by discussing Watson's contract and how the Browns can make it work with him. Then they talk some free agency. Should the Browns go after Christian Wilkins? What's the latest on Joe Flacco? How does Mike Evans staying in Tampa Bay impact their plans? 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

The NFL combine is in the rearview mirror (kind of) and we’re onto NFL free agency and the start of the new league year in a little under two weeks. The Browns have some work to do to free up money, but they’ll figure it out and be ready to spend. What will they do in free agency? It’s one of the questions on the Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answer listener-submitted questions on today’s edition of the podcast. They discuss free agency, the draft and even get into the Johnny Manziel-Brian Hoyer dustup. 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

The NFL combine is still going on in Indianapolis but we heard from Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski and GM Andrew Berry earlier this week and while they didn’t give up much as far as draft and free agency strategy are concerned, there’s still plenty there to pick over. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe offered up some of their lingering thoughts from this week’s press conferences and what they took away from listening to the Browns braintrust speak on today’s Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They discuss free agency and what the Browns still need to add as well as what Berry might do with his second round pick before they get into the offensive tackle position and how it will be divvied up. 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

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski spoke at the NFL combine on Wednesday and once again declined to say who will call the plays this season: him or new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start their Wednesday combine recap podcast by discussing why Stefanski should hang onto his playcalling duties, even with Dorsey in the fold. They also discuss Stefanski and Dorsey traveling to Los Angeles to meet with Deshaun Watson and why it’s important before they revisit the topic of going back to The Greenbrier and Stefanski’s explanation for making the decision to return to West Virginia to start training camp. 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

Browns general manager Andrew Berry spoke at the NFL combine on Tuesday and confirmed Deshaun Watson will begin throwing next month. That's where Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start on the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. How will the Browns pace themselves with Watson and why is this so significant? Then they talk about the pending free agency of Za'Darius Smith and Joe Flacco. Will either be back? They also discuss the team's decision to go back to The Greenbrier and why they're doing it again as well as the possibility of opening the season in Brazil against the Eagles. 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

The Browns, once again, won't go on the clock in the NFL Draft until Friday and they will be hunting for value on Day 2 to fill some of their needs. Over the next two Orange and Brown Talk podcasts, we're getting you ready for the NFL combine and the draft with our film expert Lance Reisland. Next up, we take a look at the offensive and defensive linemen who could land in the Browns' range. Lance goes through his Top 4 guys at both positions and offers a sleeper for the Browns, too. He also explains why he identified offensive line as one of the Browns' top needs. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe get the names and go through some of their questions about each guy. 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

The Browns, once again, won't go on the clock in the NFL Draft until Friday and they will be hunting for value on Day 2 to fill some of their needs. Over the next two Orange and Brown Talk podcasts, we're getting you ready for the NFL combine and the draft with our film expert Lance Reisland. First up, we take a look at the wide receivers who could land in the Browns' range. Lance goes through his Top 4 guys at the wide receiver position and offers a sleeper for the Browns, too. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe get the names and go through some of their questions about each guy. Want an offseason Bingo card? Click here to generate your own. 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

The NFL offseason kicks into gear in earnest next week when the NFL world descends on Indianapolis for the combine. Rumors will start to fly and that includes what the Browns might do. What would Mary Kay Cabot do if she were Browns GM? It was one of the questions posed on Thursday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay talks with Dan Labbe about what she would do if she could make one move as Browns GM and they throw around the idea of adding a big-name wide receiver and how the Browns could make it work under the cap. They also talk about the Browns draft history at receiver, the status of extensions for Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski, the upside of David Njoku and more. Want an offseason Bingo card? Click here to generate your own. 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

Deshaun Watson to the Giants? Nick Chubb a cap casualty? All of these things have been floated out there in the last couple weeks. So, what should we believe and not believe about the Browns and potential roster moves? Why does this happen this time of year? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about the NFL's silly season on Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Is there anything to be gleaned from these rumors? Why are the Browns one of the teams we always seem to hear about? They discuss Watson and how the Browns view him before they get into Chubb and if there really could be a scenario where the Browns make the decision to move on from their star running back. 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

The NFL's offseason gets kicked off in full next week when the entire NFL world convenes in Indianapolis for the combine. We'll hear from Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski and GM Andrew Berry and the draft process really kicks off in earnest. To officially kick off the next few months of offseason content, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe put together and offseason BINGO board. What do we think we're going to see and hear between now and the end of the offseason program in mid-June? They throw out 24 things for the board and give their reasoning. What questions could be asked? What answers could be given? What could be tweeted? They make their guesses on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast Want an offseason Bingo card? Click here to generate your own. We got our own award last season. 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

The Browns will have money to spend this offseason and will again look to make big moves as they try to get to and win a Super Bowl. Do they have a big surprise lined up for the offseason? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe answered fill-in-the-blank and true or false questions from Football Insider subscribers on Monday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. The first one asked what they think the biggest surprise of the offseason will be. They also get into if they believe Ken Dorsey can help make Deshaun Watson a Top 10 quarterback in 2024 and look ahead to figure out how long the leash is on judging if the remade offense is a success. Lastly, they get into what they've been watching in this young NFL offseason. We got our own award last season. 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

The Browns had a season to remember in 2023, going 11-6 and making the playoffs, and we’re handing out our annual Orange and Brown Talk awards on today’s podcast. Today' it's Part 2 of the awards show. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe hand out the best and worst roster moves, the defining moment of the season and the biggest miss of the season. They also discuss the player most likely to break out in the 2024 season. Check out who they nominated and who they voted as the winners on our weekend podcast. Check out Part 1 of the awards show here. We got our own award last season. 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 "Running Fanfare" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've talked all week about how the Browns are chasing not only their division rivals in the Ravens but other top teams in the AFC, too, namely the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. Of course the discussion starts with Patrick Mahomes, but there are other factors that went in to Kansas City winning this Super Bowl. What lessons can the Browns learn from the Chiefs after another championship? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe went through three things the Browns can take away from Andy Reid, Mahomes and Co. on Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. 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

Any discussion of making the Super Bowl starts with the quarterback position, but there's a whole lot else that goes into a team making it to and winning the Super Bowl. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe use Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast to talk about the factors -- negative and positive -- that could play a role in the Browns getting a shot to raise the Lombardi Trophy in New Orleans a year from now. They go over the players on the roster who give them a chance, like Myles Garrett. They discuss the idea of running it back on defense and how the Browns might shake things up. They get into the schedule and the challenges posed by it as well as reasons for regression and reasons there might not be regression. 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

It has never been more clear than after this Super Bowl that the Browns need Deshaun Watson to return to the level he was at before they acquired him in a blockbuster trade in 2022. Watson has played in just 12 games for the Browns and we have only seen glimpses of the player he was in Houston. How does he get there? It's one of the questions our Football Insider subscribers had on Tuesday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe talk Watson, whether the Browns could have competed in this year's Super Bowl, potential roster casualties as the offseason approaches and even a little Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce. (Don't tell Ashley.) 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

The Chiefs are Super Bowl champions and Patrick Mahomes will add another ring to his collection after beating the 49ers, 25-22. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe reacted to the Super Bowl on Monday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast and framed what they saw in a Browns lens. Of course it starts with Mahomes and the reality that if the Browns want to get to the Super Bowl for the first time, they have to go through Mahomes, who continues to thwart good teams with big dreams. Are the Browns equipped to do it? Then they discuss some winners and losers from the game before they spend time talking about Cleveland Heights native Travis Kelce. They also talk commercials, halftime and more. 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

The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers square off Sunday in Super Bowl LVIII. It's a game with legacies on the line and a chance for some members of the 49ers to make up for a missed opportunity a few years ago. Dan Labbe is joined by cleveland.com's film expert Lance Reisland to preview the game. Lance discusses how each side can win this game and the matchups he's watching. Then Tyler Shoemaker joins to discuss the game from a betting angle. Where's the value in the line, the total and moneyline and are there any prop bets he likes? Dan wraps up the show by offering up some of his favorite prop bets. 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

The Browns saw their season end long before they wanted it to end, but they got some consolation on Thursday night at the NFL Honors show. They took home all four awards they had a nominee for. Myles Garrett won Defensive Player of the Year, Kevin Stefanski won Coach of the Year, Joe Flacco won Comeback Player of the Year and Jim Schwartz was named Assistant Coach of the Year. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the night and the Browns big victories in Las Vegas They spend time on Garrett finally winning the award he's been seeking, Stefanski winning his award for the second time in four years, Flacco's ride to his award and what Schwartz meant to this team. 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

The Browns have a new offensive line coach in Andy Dickerson, the man they've tabbed to replace Bill Callahan, who left for Tennessee to work for his son. Mary Kay Cabot checks in from Las Vegas to talk about the addition of Dickerson and his ability to step into the giant shoes left by Callahan. Then Mary Kay and Dan Labbe discuss Kevin Stefanski calling plays and why they both agree it's the right thing for him to do if he decides to keep the role. Ashley Bastock joins them in the second half of the podcast to preview NFL Honors. Myles Garrett, Kevin Stefanski, Jim Schwartz and Joe Flacco are all up for awards on Thursday night. Who will win and who would be the most surprising if they didn't? They preview the night. 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

Mary Kay Cabot is off to Las Vegas for the Super Bowl, but first she took time to record a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast with Dan Labbe. They start the podcast by getting into what Mary Kay hopes to accomplish each year when she goes to the Super Bowl and what she's looking for when she's there. Then they get into listener questions. They start with a question about the Browns potentially playing their opening game in Brazil against the Eagles and if it could really happen. Then they answer questions about Deshaun Watson. When will he throw again and will he be ready in the spring? How do we judge the trade two years in and does Baker Mayfield's success this season chnge how we view it? They also talk about potential cap casualties and if there are any as the Browns manage their roster this offseason. 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

The Browns introduced new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey on Wednesday in a press conference at the team’s headquarters in Berea. Dorsey takes over for Alex Van Pelt, who was let go earlier this offseason and is now the offensive coordinator in New England. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed what they heard from Dorsey following Monday’s press conference. They get into who will call plays and if it even matters. Then they talked about what Dorsey’s hire means for Deshaun Watson and what their expectations are for him in his new role. They also discuss how they think Dorsey will coach Watson. 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

The Browns had a season to remember in 2023, going 11-6 adn making the playoffs, and we’re handing out our annual Orange and Brown Talk awards on today’s podcast. In Part 1 of the awards show, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe hand out the MVP, most disappointing player, rookie of the year and most improved player. They make their nominations for each award and then decide who should get the award for the 2023 season. They also take a look at who our Football Insider subscribers nominated for various awards. They’ll be back with Part 2 of the awards show soon. 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 "Running Fanfare" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Heart of Nowhere" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Browns are set to hire Ken Dorsey as their new offensive coordinator as they try to jumpstart Deshaun Watson's career and try to move their offense forward. On Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk, we dive into the Dorsey hire. Our film expert, Lance Reisland, joins the show to talk about what he's seeing while watching Dorsey's time as a playcaller in Buffalo. What has he learned about his scheme and what will he bring to the Browns. Then Matt Parrino, Bills beat writer for Syracuse.com, joins the show. He talks about what happened with Dorsey and why he was fired during the season. He also talks about how Dorsey helped Josh Allen develop as his quarterbacks coach and then his coordinator and discussed Dorsey as a playcaller. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credit: 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

The Browns have a clear need at wide receiver and it just so happens there's a receiver who played a few hours down I-71 slated to hit free agency this offseason. One of our Football Insider questions wondered what the Browns might do at receiver this season on Tuesday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast and it leads to a discussion about Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins and if the Browns could steal him away from their division rival. First, they answer questions about new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey and his role and what he brings to the offense. They also talk about the team's strength of schedule next season, the possibility of restructuring contracts and more. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. Music credit: 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

The Browns hired former Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey as their offensive coordinator. He takes over for Alex Van Pelt as the Browns look to remake the offensive side of the ball around Deshaun Watson. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the decision to hire Dorsey and what it all means for the offense as the offensive side of the ball evolves. They discuss whether Kevin Stefanski will give up playcalling or if Dorsey will slide into more of a role similar to Van Pelt. They also discuss why they think Dorsey got fired in Buffalo and if there’s concern that he did get fired or if he was the scapegoat. They also recap what they saw in the AFC and NFC championship games. Music credit: 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

The Browns were hoping they would be playing this weekend. Instead, their division rival, the Ravens, will host the Chiefs and the Lions are the team looking to break a Super Bowl drought when they travel to San Francisco. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe preview the weekend by picking something from each of the participants they’d like to see on the Browns. What do the Ravens, Chiefs, 49ers and Lions all have that the Browns don’t -- or that the Browns still need to develop. They wrap up the podcast by making their picks for Sunday’s games. Music credit: 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

The Browns offensive coordinator search took another step on Thursday when they requested permission to interview Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, an indication Kevin Stefanski could give up playcalling. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start their Thursday podcast by discussing the potential hire of Moore, who is interviewing on Friday, and what it means if Stefanski does give up playcalling. What are the pros and cons? They also discuss the hire of Duce Staley and the potential replacement of Ben Bloom as defensive line coach. They end the podcast by going over what they've been watching since the season ended. Music credit: 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 edge rusher Myles Garrett won the PFWA's Defenive Player of the Year award on Wednesday, another indication he is on track to winning the NFL's official award at NFL Honors on February 8. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by talking about Garrett winning this award and why he has the momentum to finally win it in a year when his sack production was down. Then they talk coaching hires -- recorded prior to Duce Staley news breaking -- and the latest on the offensive coordinator and how long this could play out as the Browns seek to shake up their offensive staff. Music credit: 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

The Browns offensive coordinator search is ongoing and it's front of mind for our Football Insider subscribers. It's where we start our latest Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe spend the podcast answering questions from subscribers about their favorite choices for offensive coordinator and some names they haven't interviewed as well as what they're looking for in the hire. They also discuss Bill Callahan's future and if he could leave to join his son's coaching staff in Tennessee before they turn their attention to the roster. Would they have an interest in Bengals receiver Tee Higgins in free agency? They also discuss Kevin Stefanski and if he'll get an extension soon. Music credit: 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 GM Andrew Berry had his season-ending press conference on Monday and turned the page to the 2024 season after the Browns' magical 2023 run ended in disappointing fashion. Berry discussed everything from Deshaun Watson to Joe Flacco to Nick Chubb to Kevin Stefanski and more. He was more forthcoming than he's been in the past (it's all relative) and offered up a few nuggets along the way. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe reacted to Berry's press conference on Monday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They discuss how Watson and Flacco can share a quarterback room and how Berry framed the Watson trade. They discuss the future of Chubb and how the Browns can keep him in Cleveland. They even react to Brian Callahan's hiring in Tennessee and if his father, Bill, the Browns' offensive line coach, could follow him. Music credit: 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

It's been almost a week since the Browns lost to the Texans in the wild card round, 45-14, a stunning end to their season. Lance Reisland joins the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast on Friday to dig into the tape and discuss what he saw and why the Browns lost. Lance and Dan Labbe talk about why C.J. Stroud and Bobby Slowik were able to take advantage of the Browns defense, especially in the first half, and why it was so hard for the Browns to slow the Texans offense. They also look at Joe Flacco's back-to-back pick-sixes and what went wrong on those. Lance also discusses what he believes the Browns' biggest need is this offseason before he poses his question of the week leading into a three-round draft of iconic duos. Music credit: 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

The Browns made waves on Wednesday when they moved on from offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, running backs coach Stump Mitchell and tight ends coach T.C. McCartney. They are now in the hunt for a new offensive coordinator and more as Deshaun Watson prepares to return to the field. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Thursday’s Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by looking at the reasons the Browns shook up thier offensive staff and where they go from here. What are they looking for in a new offensive coordinator. How much does this have to do with Watson? Why are Mitchell and McCartney gone while other assistants are staying? They also discuss potential shakeups on the defensive side of the football and what they are looking for in a possible new defensive line coach. Music credit: 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

The Browns will have some roster decisions to make once the NFL’s offseason really gets going. They have questions on both sides of the ball that need answered, decisions to make on contracts and then there’s the draft. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe used Wednesday’s Orange and Brown Talk Podcast to make their predictions for what could happen this offseason. They each offer one prediction, spending time on the quarterback position, the wide receiver room and the offensive line. They discuss each one and figure out whether they like or dislike the prediction for what the Browns could do. Music credit: 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

The Browns were upset by the Texans, 45-14, in the wild card round on Saturday and Browns fans are still trying to figure out exactly what happened to the defense. It's where Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start on Tuesday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. What did the Texans do to expose the Browns top-ranked defense? They also discuss the culture the Browns built this year and if it's sustainable heading into next season. In the second half of the podcast, they spend time talking about Myles Garrett's performance in the game and what he said after. They also talk about the Browns' most glaring needs as they head into the offseason and the areas they should focus on as they look ahead to the 2024 season. Music credit: 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

The Browns started their playoff run with a dud and now it’s over. They fell to Houston in the wild card round, 45-14, and their promising season came to an end before they could even start a playoff run. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe recapped the loss on the Orange and Brown Talk Postgame podcast from NRG Stadium in Houston. They start the podcast by discussing the performance of the defense. What happened to allow C.J. Stroud to dice them up? How disappointing was this performance? Then they talk Joe Flacco and the end of his magical run as the team’s starting quarterback. Lastly, they get into the missed opportunity this game represents and if they can make a similar run next season. Music credit: 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

It's finally playoff time. The Browns return to the postseason for the first time since the 2020 season and they will travel to Houston to take on the Texans at NRG Stadium on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Friday’s preview podcast by getting into what they're watching, starting with expectations for Joe Flacco, what the defense has in store for the Texans and C.J. Stroud making his playoff debut. Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the film on Stroud and the Texans and how the Browns will match up with him and what the Texans can do to disrupt the Browns. Tyler Shoemaker gives his picks for this game and goes through all of this week's wild card games to see if there is value to be found in some of the lines and totals. Then Mary Kay, Ashley and Dan make their picks for Saturday’s game between the Browns and Texans and how far they think the Browns will go in the playoffs. Music credit: 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 safety Grant Delpit was designated to return from IR on Wednesday and it's good news for a defense that's getting healthier as the playoffs approach. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss the potential return of Delpit as well as updates on Amari Cooper and Myles Garrett on Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Then they take the opposite approach to their Wednesday podcast and look at three reasons the Browns might not make a run to the Super Bowl this season. Each of them offers up something that could get in the Browns way as they try to get to Las Vegas. Music credit: 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

The Browns make their return to the playoffs on Saturday afternoon when they travel to Houston to face the Texans. Everyone’s thinking big for this team now that Joe Flacco is here and slinging the football all over the place. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe open Wednesday’s podcast by coming up with three reasons the Browns can make it all the way to the Super Bowl in Las Vegas. Thne Lance Reisland joins the show for his weekly film breakdown, starting with which young players stood out in the Browns’ Week 18 loss to the Bengals. He also discusses what Flacco and Amari Cooper did well in the first matchup with Houston and his favorite player to watch on tape this season on offense and defense. Music credit: 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

The Browns will open the playoffs on Saturday afternoon in Houston against the Texans. It will mark their return to the playoffs for the first time in three years. Some fans are nervous. They've been let down before and they're worried about being let down again. That's one of the topics Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discussed on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They also get into Joe Flacco's future with the team and what it looks like if he comes back. They also answer questions about their favorite moment of the season, their worst and the best meals they've had on the road. Music credit: 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

The Browns lost to the Bengals on Sunday but there's no way we're talking about that game on our postgame Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. We're on to Houston and that's what we're focusing on as the Browns get ready for wild card weekend. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk all things Browns-Texans on the podcast from Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati. They talk about the difference of having C.J. Stroud at quarterback for Houston and some of the Texans defenders who could be returning. They also talk about the turnovers that have plagued the Browns and if they could finally come back to bite them and discuss how they think the matchup could shake out. Music credit: 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

The Browns wrap up the regular season on Sunday in Cincinnati. Jeff Driskel will start at quarterback in place of Joe Flacco as they look ahead to their wild card matchup next weekend. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Friday’s Orange and Brown Talk preview podcast by discussing their takeaways from this regular season as the finale approaches. Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the film on the Driskel and Bengals quarterback Jake Browning as well as who he's looking forward to seeing on Sunday. Tyler Shoemaker gives his picks for the game and leaguewide as he tries to navigate a tricky week. Then Mary Kay, Ashley and Dan make their picks for Sunday’s game between the Browns and Bengals. Music credit: 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

The Browns are sending five players to the Pro Bowl in Orlando and six more are alternates for the games. Were there any players left off who should be going? Should any of the alternates be regulars? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about the Browns players who made the Pro Bowl as well as if they believe some of the alternates should have made it as regulars. They also discuss if there’s anyone who got left off who should have made it. They also talk about Kevin Stefanski’s decision to rest some starters on Sunday in Cincinnati, including starting quarterback Joe Flacco, as they look ahead to wild card weekend the following week. Music credit: 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

The Browns have a decision to make this week -- that's not much of a decision -- in deciding who should and shouldn't play on Sunday in Cincinnati. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start a Hey, Mary Kay! segment of Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by discussing who shouldn't see the field at all. They also discuss if Joe Flacco could come back to the Browns next season, who they'd rather see in the Browns play in the wild card round and more. Then Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the Jets film. They talk about the two undrafted safeties, the receivers behind Amari Cooper and Elijah Moore and what to watch for in a meaningless game on Sunday. Music credit: 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

The Browns beat the Jets on Thursday Night Football to clinch a playoff berth. Here is the audio from their postgame video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Browns clinched the playoffs on Thursday night with a 37-20 win over the Jets, returning to the postseason for the first time since 2020. Plenty of people deserve credit for this run by a team ravaged with injuries. On Friday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe come up with nine people who are most responsible for the Browns being where they are right now. They do it the only way they know how, too: with a draft. They go through the list of players, coaches and more who deserve the credit for this and list some of their honorable mention picks, too, after they realize they left off a lot of people. Music credit: 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

The Browns are back home and they have a chance to clinch their first playoff berth since 2020 and they can do it with the entire football world watching on Thursday Night Football. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start today’s Orange and Brown Talk preview podcast by discussing what to watch Thursday when the Browns host the Jets. They also discuss how Jets fans should be outraged their team didn't call Joe Flacco. Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the film on the Jets, their defense and his favorite quarterbacks. Tyler Shoemaker gives his picks for the game and advice about how to bet the game as well as his favorite and least favorite bets on the NFL schedule, his latest rankings and more. Then Mary Kay, Ashley and Dan make their picks for Thursday’s game between the Browns and Jets. Music credit: 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

The Browns just keep getting more bad injury news and now it's impacting their kicking game. Like they have so many other podcasts this season, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk with injury news. This time, it's Dustin Hopkins being week-to-week with a hamstring injury and missing Thursday night's game against the Jets. Then they move on to punter Corey Bojorquez. There's no word yet on if he'll miss Thursday's game, but they get into why that's important. Next, it's the Dorian Thompson-Robinson injury. He's on injured reserve now. Just to break things up, they wrap up by discussing whether Joe Flacco is a gunslinger or not. Music credit: 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

The Browns beat the Texans, 36-22, at NRG Stadium on Christmas Eve. The win left them with a win-and-in scenario on Thursday night against the Jets. They start the podcast by discussing how the Browns ended up in this spot after two straight seasons of being eliminated by the time they played their Week 17 game. What has allowed them to get this far and land on the doorstep of making the playoffs. Then they discuss the connection between Joe Flacco and Amari Cooper on a record-breaking day. They wrap up the podcast by talking about the injury to Dustin Hopkins and where things might go in the kicking game if Hopkins has to miss time. Music credit: 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

The Browns hit the road after two straight home games and they control their own destiny in the AFC Wild Card race. The Texans are currently on the outside looking in but, at 8-6, they have the same record as the Bengals and Colts, the two teams in the final Wild Card spots. The Texans are also in a three-way tie at the top of the AFC South but are third due to tiebreakers. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Friday’s preview podcast by discussing what to watch on Sunday when the Browns travel to Houston to likely face their old friend, Case Keenum. Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the film on the Texans and how the Browns match up on both sides of the ball. Tyler Shoemaker gives his picks for the game and advice about how to bet the game as well as his favorite and least favorite bets on the NFL schedule, his latest rankings and more. Then Mary Kay, Ashley and Dan make their picks for Sunday’s game between the Browns and Texans. Music credit: 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

What might have been Deshaun Watson’s second game back in Houston against an up-and-coming rookie quarterback in C.J. Stroud is now likely Joe Flacco vs. Case Keenum when the Browns travel to Texas to face the Texans. The thing is: the game still matters. Both teams are trying to lock down AFC Wild Card spots. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss the potential matchup between veteran quarterbacks on Thursday’s Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They discuss why Keenum shouldn’t be taken lightly and what they expect. They also get into the injuries the Browns are dealing with and if they think Joel Bitonio and Juan Thornhill will play. Music credit: 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

The Browns have an important game ahead on Sunday when they travel to Houston to take on the Texans. It's unclear if C.J. Stroud will play in the game, but there are plenty of playoff implications on both sides. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by going over what they're thinking heading into the week. They discuss Stroud's status, the injuries the Browns are dealing with and the playoff clinching scenarios. Then Lance Reisland joins the show to go over the Bears film. What makes Amari Cooper so good? What about how Myles Garrett is impacting games? What happened on those Joe Flacco interceptions? Music credit: 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 head coach Kevin Stefanski used part of his Monday press conference to make an empassioned case for Myles Garrett for NFL Defensive Player of the Year. It's not something Stefanski does often, so it stood out. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by discussing Stefanski's motives for choosing today to make the case. They also discuss Stefanski's approach this season and if it's different than years past. Then they get into Joe Flacco and if there's a future in Cleveland for the veteran quarterback before they talk about the big winners in Jim Schwartz's defense this season. Music credit: 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

The Browns won again with Joe Flacco leading the way, a 20-17 win over the Bears this time to move to 9-5. They did it despite three interceptions and injuries on both sides of the ball disrupting all areas of the roster. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started their postgame podcast on Sunday by taking about the performance of Flacco and how he overcame the turnovers to lead the Browns to victory. Then they talk about the play of some of the unsung players who stepped up in place of regular starters and the performance of the defense and how the Browns are putting themselves in position to take advantage of some luck. They wrap up the podcast by talking about their big takeaways, from the AFC North race to too many turnovers. Music credit: 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

The Browns play their final NFC game of the season on Sunday at Cleveland Browns Stadium as the race for the Wild Card heats up. The Bears come to town, winners of three of four, to face a Browns team in the driver's seat for the AFC Wild Card. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Friday’s preview podcast by discussing what to watch on Sunday when Justin Fields and the Bears arrive. Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the film on Fields and how the Browns handle mobile quarterbacks as well as what the Bears do well on both sides of the ball. Tyler Shoemaker gives his picks for the game and advice about how to bet the game as well as his favorite and least favorite bets on the NFL schedule, his latest rankings and more. Then Mary Kay, Ashley and Dan make their picks for Sunday’s game between the Browns and Bears. Music credit: 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

The Browns are dealing with even more injuries as they begin preparations for the Bears this week. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk through all the latest on the injury front on Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They start with the injury to defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo which is likely to end his season. Who will step up and what impact will it have on Myles Garrett and Za'Darius Smith? Then they discuss Grant Delpit undergoing surgery and whether Juan Thornhill's calf injury could linger. How will the Browns handle mounting injuries in their secondary. Music credit: 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

The Browns got more bad injury news on Tuesday. Left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. is done for the season. So is defensive tackle Maurice Hurst II. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by talking about the injury bug continuing to ravage the Browns. What will they do at tackle with both Wills and Dawand Jones out for the season? Will rookie Siaki Ika be able to fill the void left by Hurst? Will the Browns reach their breaking point soon? Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the tape from the win over the Jaguars. He talks about the performance of Joe Flacco and the two of his long touchdown passes and the playcalling that helped them happen. They also talk about the tackle position, the loss of Hurst and the state of the run game. Music credit: 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

Joe Flacco has taken Cleveland by storm since taking over as the starting quarterback two weeks ago. He beat the Jaguars on Sunday and has Browns fans thinking big again as the playoff race gets going. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start Tuesday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking all things Flacco. Why is he still on the practice squad? Why is this working? Does he have a future here beyond this season? Then they discuss the loss of Dawand Jones and the future of the tackle position before they answer questions about Kevin Stefanski's Coach of the Year possibilities and take a closer look at if the Browns could win the AFC North. Music credit: 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

The Browns beat the Jaguars, 31-27, Joe Flacco’s first win as the starting quarterback. He’s now the starting quarterback the rest of the season for the Browns. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped Sunday’s win by the Browns in their Orange and Brown Talk postgame podcast and they start by talking about Flacco and what it means that the Browns have stumbled upon a quarterback who could save their season. They also discuss Myles Garrett going after the officiating and their thoughts on why he did it and get into the overall performance of the defense. Then they offer up their final thoughts on the defense and the vibes around Kevin Stefanski. Music credit: 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

The Browns return home on Sunday to face the AFC South-leading Jaguars. It's an important game in the playoff race for both teams, as Jacksonville tries to create some distance in their division and the Browns try to stay in the thick of the Wild Card race -- and get a leg up on the Jags if they fall out of the division lead. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Friday’s preview podcast by discussing what to watch on Sunday when the Browns potentially face a hobbled Trevor Lawrence. Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the film on both quarterbacks the Browns could see and how to attack the Jags on both sides of the ball. Tyler Shoemaker also joins to give his pick for the game and a prop bet he likes as well as his favorite and least favorite bets on the NFL schedule, goes over his rankings and more. Then Mary Kay, Ashley and Dan make their picks for Sunday’s game between the Browns and Jaguars. Music credit: 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 head coach Kevin Stefanski wouldn't name his starting quarterback on Wednesday, but all signs continue pointing towards Joe Flacco making his second start on Sunday against Jacksonville. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by talking Flacco and why Stefanski didn't name a starting quarterback on Wednesday. Is it a foregone conclusion that Flacco will start? Then they talk Trevor Lawrence and if they believe he will play through his ankle sprain when the Jaguars visit on Sunday. They wrap up the podcast by going through some of the injuries the Browns are dealing with and the good and bad news on some of them. Music credit: 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

The Browns could get a break this week in a game with AFC playoff implications. Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has a high ankle sprain and, while not yet ruled out, could be a lesser version of Lawrence if he plays. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by discussing Lawrence's status, protecting the football and Joe Flacco as they set up the week ahead for the Browns leading up to Sunday's home game against Jacksonville. Then Lance Reisland joins the podcast to talk Flacco, how teams are neutralizing Myles Garrett and he and Dan do a draft of favorite smells. Music credit: 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

The Browns might have found something in Joe Flacco, who played well in a loss to the Rams at SoFi Stadium, his first start with his new team. If Flacco is the guy moving forward, who needs to step up and help him among the pass catchers? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start Tuesday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing Elijah Moore, David Njoku and others who need to up their game, especially if Amari Cooper misses time due to a concussion. They also talk about the defense and what they need to do to get right before they discuss the upcoming schedule and expectations for this team as they continue to navigate a season ravaged by injuries. Music credit: 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

The Browns fell to the Rams on Sunday in Joe Flacco's debut as the team's starting quarterback. He was elevated from the practice squad to make the start. Following the 36-19 loss, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about what they believe the Browns should do with Flacco moving forward. Should Kevin Stefanski just name him his starting quarterback after he was able to get the passing game moving? They also discuss the status of Amari Cooper, who suffered a concussion, and the issues at wide receiver if Cooper can't play on Sunday against the Jaguars. They also talk about the defense, the team's trip to Los Angeles and more. Music credit: 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

The Browns wrap up a long trip on Sunday, face the Rams after spending the week practicing and preparing in Los Angeles. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Friday’s preview podcast by discussing what to watch on Sunday when the Browns finish this road trip that started last week in Denver. Lance Reisland joins the show to break down the film on the Rams and the keys to beating L.A. Tyler Shoemaker joins the show to give his pick for the game and a prop bet he likes as well as his favorite and least favorite bets on the NFL schedule, goes over his rankings and more. Then Mary Kay, Ashley and Dan make their picks for Sunday’s game between the Browns and Rams. Music credit: 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