Browns Film Breakdown

Jake and Brad join you to discuss a busy Monday. They first discuss all the meaningful quotes from Todd Monken including notes on the run game issues, Jared Verse performance struggles, the offensive line’s issue including Spencer Fano and more. Also some roster questions after Audric Estimé was waived, including why the Browns keep four quarterbacks while special teams and tight end depth stay thin. Then they give verdicts on five overreactions as a result from the Browns blowout loss to the Steelers that can make you question their standing at 5-3.

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Jake, Brad, and Anthony react to yet another lopsided loss in Pittsburgh. The Browns lost two early fumbles, committed penalties, missed tackles and were beaten up front. Jake points to three turning points: Jaylen Warren’s 51-yard draw on third-and-13, a 27-yard run before halftime that set up a touchdown for a 20-6 lead, and a fourth-quarter stall at the 2-yard line. Watson was sacked eight times, Pittsburgh out-pressured Cleveland 27-4, and Warren ran for 149 yards against what is now the league’s worst run defense. The guys question the game plans on both sides, the offense’s lack of quick answers, and how they respond from here. They also discuss injury concerns for key players like Carson Schwesinger and Tyson Campbell, more.

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Jake and Brad get you ready for Browns-Steelers as Cleveland chases its first win in Pittsburgh since 2003 and its first sweep of the Steelers since 1988. The big news is that Tytus Howard is cleared to play after missing practice all week. After a quick reaction to Ohio State’s loss at USC, the guys cover kickoff details and the Steelers’ recent surge on the ground, how the Browns have to defend their heavy personnel and plenty more around the gameday weather, coverage, and more. They close with five keys for the game.

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Jake and Brad preview the trip to Pittsburgh. Tytus Howard missed practice and looks unlikely to play, which would leave Dawand Jones against T.J. Watt. The Steelers’ banged-up receiver room points to a heavy 12-personnel, run-first plan, so the guys say stopping the run and forcing passing downs into man coverage is the key. On offense, Cleveland needs a fast start and an early passing game to loosen up a stout Pittsburgh run defense. They also preview the rest of the NFL slate and the league’s trade boom, then make their college picks with Brad now leading.

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Jake Burns goes Behind Enemy Lines with Steelers analyst Derek Bell, while Brad Ward and Casey Kinnamon preview Sunday's massive AFC North showdown on All Eyez on Cleveland. They break down Pittsburgh's evolving identity, key matchups, and the Browns' opportunity to end their struggles in Pittsburgh. Topics include Deshaun Watson's improvement, Cleveland's emerging young talent, Jared Verse's disappointing production, Todd Monken's impact, injury updates, and trade deadline possibilities as the 5-2 Browns look to sweep the Steelers and make a statement.

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Brad Ward, Peter Moses, and Anthony Moeglin are back for a lively Thursday edition of Browns Film Breakdown as Cleveland prepares for a massive showdown in Pittsburgh. The guys open with the latest news and injury updates from Berea before discussing the Browns’ best opportunity in years to end their losing streak in Pittsburgh. They dive into the excitement surrounding Cleveland’s young roster, Deshaun Watson’s recent improvement, and a spirited round of Buy or Sell covering potential trade deadline additions, defensive concerns, and Watson’s future beyond 2026. The conversation shifts to Todd Monken’s impact on the team's culture and his Coach of the Year candidacy, Andrew Berry’s remarkable recent drafts, and whether the Browns have already won the Myles Garrett trade. Plenty of laughs, strong opinions, and optimism surrounding a 5-2 Browns team looking to make a statement in Pittsburgh.

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Jake and Anthony have a busy show where they break down several topics. They start with some quick-hitters on the NFL’s trade movement today and whether the Browns should get involved in the coming weeks, some time on the latest practice squad moves, and the lingering Tytus Howard concussion and his importance to this operation in Pittsburgh. Then they a shift to an important data and film analysis of what you’re seeing from the Browns offense and defense every Sunday — context to the schemes and production on both sides. Then a close on the young core’s excitement and what the position players have shown in their NFL profile through seven games.

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Jake and Brad put together some thoughts on the Browns/Titans All-22 film and start discussing a defining test in Pittsburgh, where the Browns haven’t won since 2003 and haven’t completed a season sweep since 1988. They push back on odds giving the 5-2 Browns a 5.5% shot at the division. From Todd Monken’s Monday presser, they cover the Denzel Boston interception, the “auxiliary run game” and Jared Verse’s uncomfortable struggles. They also get to Dillon Gabriel’s activation, Maliek Collins’ extension and the case for a tight end trade, then close with PFF grades from the offense’s best game.

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The Browns are 5-2 after a 27-24 win in Tennessee, and we have the replay of the post-game where the crew breaks down a game featuring the offense carrying the team for the first time this season.

Brad opens with KC Concepcion’s breakout day, 129 receiving yards plus 23 on the ground. The panel agrees this was Deshaun Watson’s best game of the year: clean processing, smart throwaways, and a poised final drive into a blitz that set up Andre Szmyt’s game-winner. Anthony points out that the young skill core of Concepcion, Harold Fannin Jr., Quinshon Judkins, and Denzel Boston combined for 343 yards, which is exactly what the front office drafted them for. The guys dig into the 491-yard offensive output, the run game’s efficiency by personnel grouping, Spencer Fano’s clean day in pass protection, and the counter bash concepts that kept gashing Tennessee.

On defense, they cover a rare off day: Tony Pollard’s 130 rushing yards, late coverage busts, and the fourth-and-1 goal-line stop and Denzel Ward interception that kept the game within reach. The episode closes with the big question of whether this 5-2 start is sustainable or another 2023-style mirage, the case for Watson’s future in Cleveland, and game balls.

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Jake Burns and Brad Ward get you ready for the Browns’ Week 7 matchup against the Tennessee Titans as Cleveland looks to improve to 5-2. The guys discuss the importance of this opportunity for a young Browns team, game-day weather, broadcast information, series history, and the latest injury updates for both teams. They unveil their five-leg FanDuel parlay, share five interesting facts and storylines surrounding the matchup, and break down the five battles that could decide the game. From protecting Deshaun Watson against Jeffery Simmons to pressuring Cam Ward, containing Tony Pollard, exploiting Tennessee’s secondary, and avoiding costly special teams mistakes, Jake and Brad cover everything you need to know before kickoff.

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Jake and Brad cover the Friday injury report heading into Sunday’s Browns-Titans game (Denzel Ward’s finger, Grant Delpit clearing protocol, Mason Graham active, Teven Jenkins/Kalia Davis out), do a Titans scouting breakdown (Jeffrey Simmons dominant up front, weak secondary, Cam Ward conservative/disjointed offense, 31st EPA per play), and work through the college football Saturday slate with picks.

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Jake welcomes Titans insider Justin Melo for a detailed look at Tennessee ahead of Sunday’s matchup with Cleveland. The conversation begins with the Titans’ disappointing 1-5 start, the challenges facing second-year quarterback Cam Ward, and an offense struggling with consistency despite improvements along the offensive line and at wide receiver. They examine Tennessee’s predictable rushing attack and the difficulties it could face against Cleveland’s aggressive defense. The discussion then shifts to Robert Saleh’s defensive scheme, its heavy use of Cover 4 and Cover 6, and the secondary’s growing comfort within the system. Jake and Justin highlight key defenders, including Jeffery Simmons, rookie Anthony Hill, Cordale Flott and Amani Hooker, while discussing Alontae Taylor’s surprising benching. They close with Tennessee’s injury situation, rookie edge rusher Keldric Faulk’s development, and an early look at the 2027 NFL Draft, including Cleveland’s two first-round picks.

Then Brad and Casey kick off the Browns vs. Titans Countdown Show discussing Cleveland’s 4-2 start, the positive energy surrounding the team, and Deshaun Watson’s recent team gathering.

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Brad Ward and Anthony Moeglin return for the Thursday edition of Browns Film Breakdown as Cleveland prepares to face the Tennessee Titans at 4-2. The guys open with the Browns entering a game as betting favorites for the first time this season, the unusually low point total, and the challenges of three consecutive road games. They also examine an unusual scheduling stretch that will eventually keep Cleveland at home for nearly six weeks.

The conversation moves to roster transactions, the Browns' punting situation, and the importance of hidden yardage for a team relying heavily on its defense. Brad and Anthony examine the latest injury reports for Cleveland and Tennessee, including the potential returns of Mason Graham, Quinshon Judkins, and Dylan Sampson. They also discuss the running back rotation and why Jaleel McLaughlin deserves more opportunities after injecting some life into Cleveland's struggling ground game.

Attention turns to Tennessee's struggles and the uncertain future of rookie quarterback Cam Ward before the conversation expands into a fascinating debate about the 2027 NFL Draft quarterback class. Drew Mestemaker, Austin Simmons, Darian Mensah, CJ Carr, Dante Moore, Trinidad Chambliss, and Arch Manning all enter the discussion. Brad and Anthony disagree on certain prospects, discuss whether the Browns should package their first-round picks to move up for a franchise quarterback, and explore the alternative of targeting an experienced NFL quarterback.

Following the break, the guys react to controversial comments from Jay Crawford suggesting Cleveland's unexpected victories could ultimately hurt its draft position. Brad and Anthony push back on the idea of meaningless wins for a 4-2 team, emphasizing the development of the young roster, the importance of establishing a winning culture, and when the Browns should legitimately enter the playoff conversation.

The discussion shifts to the increasingly positive atmosphere surrounding the team, from players dancing at practice to Deshaun Watson hosting a team-wide celebration at his house. The guys examine the genuine chemistry developing inside the locker room and why those experiences could have lasting benefits for Cleveland's young players.

Finally, Brad and Anthony react to Jerry Jeudy's comments regarding trade speculation, his changing role in the offense, and the value he continues to provide despite fewer opportunities. They explain why keeping Jeudy could prove important if Cleveland remains in contention. The show wraps up with some Guardians and Cavaliers conversation before turning the focus toward Sunday's matchup in Tennessee.

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In your latest Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Anthony cover roster moves to the practice squad and what they mean to this week’s roster situation, former Brown Jordan Elliott’s release from the Titans, the Browns-Steelers flex snub, an early mock draft exercise with the Browns’ picks at 11 and 26, and the AFC buzz around Cleveland’s back-to-back strong drafts. Then they close with three burning questions: can this defense-first style sustain through the schedule, how does the offense figure itself out, and what Watson’s peak can be at this point.

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Jake and Brad dig into the All-22 from the Browns’ 13-10 win over Baltimore, covering Watson’s split-half film breakdown (Ravens took away everything early; second-half adjustment to intermediate middle of the field), PFF grades for the offensive line and skill positions, the Jared Verse early-season concerns, Todd Monken’s press conference quotes, Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estimé’s complementary run game roles, Harold Fannin Jr.’s limited touches explained by Kyle Hamilton coverage, the Browns’ opening script tendencies, and a look ahead to the must-win Titans game with Cleveland now favored for the first time since last season.

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The Browns stun the Ravens 13-10 on a gritty fourth-quarter comeback, with Jake, Brad, and Anthony breaking down Deshaun Watson’s split-half performance (3/9, 24 yards first half vs. 13/17, 140 yards second half), the defense’s dominant stretch after Baltimore’s first two drives, standout individual efforts from Carson Schwesinger, Denzel Ward, Myles Harden, Maliek Collins, Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, and Sam Kamara, Jaleel McLaughlin’s steady run game debut, Andre Szmyt’s redemption kick, and a look ahead to a 4-2 Browns team sitting atop the AFC North.

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The Browns have an opportunity to improve to 4-2 and potentially move into first place in the AFC North as they host the Baltimore Ravens in a pivotal divisional matchup. Jake and Brad preview Sunday's game, discussing Tyler Huntley's impact replacing Lamar Jackson, Baltimore's dangerous rushing attack, Cleveland's offensive struggles, and the adjustments needed to get back on track. Plus, the latest injury updates, betting lines, weather, broadcast information, historical trends, and the FanDuel Parlay of the Week.

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Jake and Brad preview Sunday’s Browns-Ravens game with Lamar Jackson out, covering the final injury report with encouraging practice returns from Mason Graham, Quinshon Judkins, Derek Barnett, and Carson Schwesinger, the key matchup chess piece of covering Zay Flowers at the nickel, how to slow Derrick Henry, the offensive keys to avoiding third-and-long situations against Baltimore’s hybrid 3-4, and a full slate of college football picks with an eye on 2027 NFL Draft prospects.

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Your Friday show is Jake and guest Cole Jackson of Baltimore Film Breakdown going back and forth previewing the game Sunday with notes on what each side of the ball does well for their team and how each should attack the other. You get an in-depth look at both sides of the ball for each time with quality notes on game planning.

Then Brad Ward and Casey Kinnamon return for another edition of All Eyez on Cleveland as the Browns prepare for a massive AFC North showdown with the Baltimore Ravens, with first place in the division on the line.

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Jake’s Thursday solo episode covers the Browns’ early-week injury report ahead of the Ravens game, and a midseason top-10 quarterback rankings for the 2027 NFL Draft after six weeks of college football. Some of the big names are there but it has been defined by some names shooting up the board and some who are hanging by a thread.

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