PODCAST · sports
Orange and Brown Talk: Cleveland Browns Podcast
by Cleveland.com - Advance Local
Get the latest news and analysis about the Cleveland Browns from Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock, Dan Labbe and special guests on cleveland.com
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Life without Myles Garrett is here; how will the Browns manage?
Life without Myles Garrett is fully underway for the Browns after they traded their star edge rusher to the Rams in exchange for Jared Verse and draft picks. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by answering a question from a Football Insider subscriber about the vibes around Garrett. What changes now that he’s gone? They also talk about Dillon Gabriel’s future. Gabriel is clearly the No. 3 quarterback, so how will things play out with him over the next few months? They wrap up the pod by answering questions about the best food cities they’re visiting this season and their favorite summer movies. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Browns offseason awards: Best rookie, most improved and who won the spring?
The Browns offseason program was largely a success, even without Todd Monken naming a starting quarterback ahead of training camp. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe used Wednesday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast to hand out awards for the offseason program. They start with the best rookie, picking between the two wide receivers who stood out. Then they name a best veteran, the returning player who performed the best, before they name a most improved player over the course of the offseason program. They wrap it up by looking at who won the spring and identify the biggest non-quarterback storyline coming out of the offseason program and heading into training camp. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Should the Browns make a bid for Brendan Sorsby?
Former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is applying to enter the NFL’s supplemental draft. That means the Browns and every other team in the NFL has to decide if they want to bid on Sorsby. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dive into whether the Browns should throw their hat in the ring for Sorsby on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They talk about head coach Todd Monken’s comments on Sorsby earlier this month and why they don’t think it was an attempt at misdirection. They discuss his gambling issues and frame the idea of Sorsby as a shortcut to a franchise quarterback against the baggage he would bring to the league. Just how big of a risk would it be for the Browns to take a swing on him? They also discuss what they would be willing to bid on Sorsby, if they were willing to bid at all, if they were the Browns. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What if the Browns QB race is too close to call? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns wrapped up their offseason program last week. We’re recapping it with a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answer questions from Football Insider subscribers about the offseason program, starting with head coach Todd Monken’s old school approach. Will it be exactly what the Browns need? They also get into the statuses of some of the team’s star defenders in cornerback Denzel Ward and safety Grant Delpit, who sat out team drills during mandatory minicamp. Then they talk about the quarterback battle and what it means that Todd Monken didn’t name a starter at the end of last week and what happens if the race is too close to call. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Is it a good sign or bad sign that Todd Monken hasn’t named a Browns starting QB?
Browns minicamp and the team’s offseason program is over, but the quarterback battle is not. Head coach Todd Monken, as expected, declined to name a starter at the conclusion of the three practices on Thursday. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped mandatory minicamp on this edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They ask if it’s a good or bad sign that Monken didn’t name a starter like he had hoped to before the offseason program began? They also talk about the Shedeur Sanders video that went viral and what it says about the attention that comes with having him around. They wrap up the podcast by pointing out some of the standout performers from the offseason practices they watched and discuss the building of the offensive line. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Will Browns fans accept Deshaun Watson as the starting quarterback?
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson addressed the media for the first time in 20 months on Wednesday following Day 2 of mandatory minicamp practice. Watson is battling Shedeur Sanders for the starting quarterback job. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about Watson to start the Orange and Brown Talk podcast and got into the complicated feelings Browns fans would have if he won the job. How will Watson deal with the fact he wouldn’t be a popular choice as the starter? Could he handle a fan base that would rather see Sanders? What if he struggles out of the gate? Sanders also spoke on Wednesday. They discuss his message of team unity and togetherness, even in light of the competition. Then they wrap up the pod by talking Todd Monken losing his voice and why they aren’t surprised. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Shedeur Sanders makes his move, the receivers shine + Joel Bitonio’s retirement press conference
It’s mandatory minicamp week for the Browns and that means it’s three straight days of practice open for viewing. That also means three straight days to assess the quarterback competition between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped Tuesday at practice on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking about Sanders making his move and getting first-team reps on Tuesday. Has there been a change in the competition? Todd Monken, for his part, isn’t in a rush to name a starter anymore. Then they talk about the receivers and how the young players are stepping up and making plays. This might be the best receiver room since Odell Beckham Jr. and Jarvis Landry were here, at least at practice. Then stick around to hear Joel Bitonio’s retirement presser in its entirety. If you’re watching on YouTube, you’ll have to go listen to our audio versions on Apple podcasts or Spotify to hear the presser. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Why Joel Bitonio meant so much more to the Browns than just his play on the field
Joel Bitonio made it official on Tuesday morning, deciding to retire after 12 seasons, all with the Browns. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recorded an emergency edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast and looked back on Bitonio’s career with the Browns and their time covering one of the best linemen to wear the team’s helmet. They spend time talking about Bitonio’s media friendly approach and why it mattered during an era where there were more downs than ups. They also get into his play on the field and whether he’ll get a chance to make it to the Hall of Fame one day. They also share some of their favorite Bitonio memories. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Browns mandatory minicamp is here, but the Myles Garrett trade is still on everyone’s minds
The Browns are holding mandatory minicamp, but everyone’s mind is still on the Myles Garrett trade and what it means for the future of the team. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by previewing minicamp and the next step in the quarterback competition. What will three practices in a row tell us about where things stand? Then they answer questions about the Garrett trade. Have expectations changed for Todd Monken in light of the trade? Should the Browns have squeezed more out of the Rams in the deal? How good can Jared Verse be in this defense? They get into all of that and more on the latest pod. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Are the Browns out on Brendan Sorsby? Is Denzel Ward still in on the Browns?
Browns head coach Todd Monken made a strong statement on Monday about the possibility of adding Brendan Sorsby via the supplemental draft. Monken made it sound like he didn’t have interest in the Texas Tech quarterback embroiled in a gambling scandal. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing Monken’s comments, what they mean and whether they think the Browns should make a play at Sorsby if he enters the supplemental draft. Then they turn their attention to Denzel Ward following the trade of Myles Garrett. Will Ward rethink his status with the Browns now that they’ve traded Garrett? Could he request out or could Berry consider trading him for the right price? Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Did the Browns quarterback battle shift on Wednesday?
Browns second-year quarterback Shedeur Sanders might have started to make his push back into the team’s quarterback competition this week. He took the bulk of the first-team reps on Wednesday during the final OTA practice open to the media. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped what they saw from Sanders and Deshaun Watson on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast as the quarterback competition continues. Has there been a shift in the competition? How much will we learn from mandatory minicamp next week? Then they talk about Jared Verse, who practiced for the first time with his new team and held an introductory press conference. They offer their first impressions of the Browns’ new edge rusher and talk about expectations for him in his new home. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What Myles Garrett can expect with the Rams + Jim Schwartz on Browns exit
Former Browns pass rusher Myles Garrett was introduced as the newest member of the LA Rams after being traded there on Monday. It was strange to see Garrett holding a Rams No. 95, but the attention for Garrett now turns to winning that elusive Super Bowl. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about Garrett’s arrival in Los Angeles on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast and what the expectations are for him as he gets there. How will things be different for him in Los Angeles as opposed to Cleveland? Will playing for Sean McVay and with Matthew Stafford take him to an even higher level? Then they talk about Jim Schwartz breaking his silence in an appearance on The Ryan Ripken Show. Did Schwartz do the Browns a favor as they tried to force a marriage between him and Todd Monken? Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Browns trade Myles Garrett: Was it the right call? Orange and Brown Talk emergency podcast
The Browns traded Myles Garrett to the Rams on Monday, shocking the NFL world in a deal that brought back pass rusher Jared Verse, a 2027 first-round pick, 2028 second and 2029 third. How did it come about? Why did they do it now? And what does this mean about their future? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe broke down the deal in an emergency edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast on Monday. They talk about their initial reaction to the deal and get into why getting Verse in return was such a vital piece of the deal. Then they talk about what it signals for their 2026 season and beyond. Is this a full-on rebuild now or are they still trying to win? They cover all angles of the trade on the day it happened. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A new-look Browns receiver room, tempering expectations for the offense and punt returners: OTA recap
The Browns revamped receiving corps has been a big topic of conversation as they continue through their spring practices. Wednesday, during their second open practice of OTAs, the young receivers looked sharp while one of the veterans, Jerry Jeudy, showed promise for a turnaround. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started a weekend edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing the wide receiver room and how a more diverse set of pass-catchers should help Jeudy. They also get into the idea of tempering expectations for the offense based on practices against a Browns defense that is not yet at full strength They also discuss the punt return game and what it means that the Browns currently carry three punters on the roster. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Wednesday's Browns OTA practice showed Deshaun Watson firmly in control: Practice recap
The Browns quarterback battle once again took center stage during the second OTA practice open to the media on Wednesday. One thing is clear from the fifth practice of OTAs and the second one open for viewing: Deshaun Watson remains QB1 and the lead appears to be growing. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped their day at Browns practice on a Wednesday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They start by discussing the quarterback battle and why nothing they saw changed their minds about Watson leading the quarterback race. Then they talked about Jerry Jeudy, who spoke to the media, and how he’s responding to the organization’s confidence in him. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The reason Browns reporters think Deshaun Watson is winning the quarterback battle
The overarching story of the Browns offseason program has been the quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. Early signs have observers pointing to Watson as the leader. Why is this assumption being made off some non-contact practices? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answer that question on a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They get into why they’ve both come to that conclusion and why it goes beyond what they’ve seen on the field so far. Then they discuss Todd Monken’s style in interviews and why it seems so refreshing. They also talk about how it will hold up when he faces adversity this season. They also answer a listener question about rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion and whether his drops are a concern. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What the Browns’ first open OTA practice revealed about the young players
The Browns are fresh off their first week of OTAs and their first open practice of OTAs on Wednesday. Cleveland.com film analyst Lance Reisland joined Dan Labbe on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast to talk through what they saw on the practice field during their first post-draft opportunity to see most of the team at work. Lance and Dan started by going through the rookie class and how they looked mixing in with the veterans. Then they turned their attention to the second-year players they believe could make a leap and who is hitting the ground running in Year 2. They wrap up the Memorial Day weekend podcast with a draft of summer activities. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Todd Monken gave a short answer about Myles Garrett. Does it mean anything?
A short answer from Browns head coach Todd Monken about Myles Garrett restarted speculation about his future in Cleveland and whether there’s something going on behind the scenes. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started the Thursday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by trying to put some context around the discussion and if they think there’s anything to the rumors. Then they turn their attention to Wednesday’s OTA practice and clean up what they didn’t get a chance to talk about on their post-practice podcast. They talk about a competitive environment in camp, especially for the rookies. Then they get into what linebacker Quincy Williams had to say and what he brings to the defense before they talk expectations for Mason Graham in Year 2. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Why the Browns might make the decision to start Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders
The Browns held their first open practice of OTAs on Wednesday, and one thing was clear: Deshaun Watson is the current leader in the quarterback competition between him and Shedeur Sanders. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe broke down what they watched during Wednesday’s practice on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They start with Watson vs. Sanders and why they think it’s clear Watson has the edge in the quarterback competiton. They also discuss why head coach Todd Monken and the Browns would make the controversial decision to start Watson. Then they talk about the return of Quinshon Judkins and how he looked before they discuss a few of the players who weren’t in attendance at the voluntary session. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Here’s what we’re watching at Browns OTAs on Wednesday
The Browns opened OTAs on Tuesday and will hold their first practice open to the media on Wednesday. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking about what they’re excited to watch when they get to see practice. The start with the quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders and what they might learn from Wednesday’s practice. Then, Mary Kay and Dan dig into all of the Watson stories that have started to come out nationally and if this is a soft launch for Watson being named the starter. They also talk about how they cover the team and a quarterback competition. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What the Browns need to do to survive a brutal early road schedule: Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns open their season with six of their first nine games on the road. That has one of our listeners wondering what they need to do during that stretch to make the end of the season more interesting. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start with that question on a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They talk about where the Browns need to be around Thanksgiving to make fans care about the end of the season. Then they look ahead to OTAs and what to expect as the quarterback battle takes center stage once again. They also discuss overlooked rookies and the big decisions head coach Todd Monken has to make before the end of training camp. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Browns schedule draft: Ranking all 17 games from most interesting to least
The Browns schedule is out and we finally have dates and times for all 17 of their 2026 games. They’ll open the season in Jacksonville and end it in Cincinnati. What happens in between is anybody’s guess. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dug into the schedule on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They start the podcast by discussing what stood out at first glance. Then they do their schedule draft. Starting with Ashley, then Mary Kay and then Dan, they draft all 18 weeks of the schedule, including the bye, ranking them from most intriguing to least. Where do the division games land? What about the return of Kevin Stefanski to Cleveland and a matchup with Baker Mayfield in Tampa Bay? They get into all of it. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Most intriguing matchup, biggest trap and best trip on Browns schedule
We’ll finally be able to put dates and times to teams when the NFL releases its full schedule on Thursday night. We already know the opponents. We also know where the games are taking place. That means Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe can dig into the Browns schedule before it comes out on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They go through the most intriguing matchups, pick the teams that offer the biggest chance of an upset, discuss why strength of schedule might not matter as much as we think and then get into the trips they’re most looking forward to this season when the Browns hit the road. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What’s different about Browns head coach Todd Monken? Hey, Mary Kay!
We’ve had a few practices to see how new Browns head coach Todd Monken operates, including last weekend’s rookie minicamp. What’s different about Monken than other Browns first-time head coaches? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe talk about Monken and what he brings on the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They get into Monken’s style on the practice field and what he’s doing differently than his predecessor, Kevin Stefanski. They also dig into the schedule release, discussing the team’s strength of schedule and whether the Browns will end up with any night games or get stuck with 1 p.m. kickoffs all season. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Who stood out at Browns rookie minicamp? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns held rookie minicamp over the weekend and it was our first look at the 2026 draft class, including the two new receivers, new linemen and quarterback Taylen Green. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answered questions about rookie minicamp on a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They talked about their first impressions of KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston and how they fit in the receiver room. They also talked about the new offensive linemen, Spencer Fano, Austin Barber and Parker Brailsford and where they all fit. They spent some time on Green, too, and his ceiling and how the Browns might fit him on the roster on game days. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What is Taylen Green’s ceiling? Browns rookie minicamp recap
The Browns are holding their rookie minicamp this weekend, giving us a chance to see the rookie class in action for the first time. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the first day of the three-day camp on a Friday night edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They start with quarterback Taylen Green. How did the sixth-round pick look on a day when he took the bulk of the quarterback reps? What is the ceiling for the Arkansas product? Then they talk about some of the other rookies they saw, including wide receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston, before they talk about the Fano brothers, Spencer and Logan, who are playing together again in Cleveland. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How many games can the Browns win? + Should they look into Brendan Sorsby?
The Browns have managed to rebuild their offense and Mary Kay Cabot is feeling bullish on the team after their most recent NFL Draft. How many games does she think they should win? She discusses it with Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe on Wednesday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast. What’s a realistic expectation? What’s the bare minimum to consider the season a success? Then they get into the situation with Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who could lose his eligibility over a gambling probe. If he enters the supplemental draft, should the Browns take a risk and try to land him or is the risk to great to merit them possibly losing a 2027 draft pick? Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What the NFL Draft taught us about Browns GM Andrew Berry
The Browns played a prominent role in ESPN’s “The Pick is In,” an inside look at the draft. Clips circulated on social media of GM Andrew Berry negotiating and ultimately turning down a trade with the Cowboys. On Tuesday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about what they learned from seeing Berry work and his decision to pass on a deal that would have netted him picks 12 and 20 in exchange for nine and 24. They talk about why it made sense for Berry to turn down the deal and how it showed his ability to both acquire draft capital but also know when it’s the right time to pick a player. They also try to figure out why Berry has had so much more success drafting the last two years and if there’s a tangible reason for what appears to be better draft classes than we’ve seen in previous drafts. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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972
Will the Browns really choose Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns quarterback battle will ramp back up in the coming weeks. Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders will continue their fight for the starting job, with Watson gaining momentum to start for the first time since 2024. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answered listener questions on Monday’s edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, starting with the quarterback battle. Should the Browns be trying to get Sanders as many reps as possible? What’s the upside of starting Watson? They also look ahead to this weekend’s rookie minicamp and what they watch for when they get to see the rookies practice for the first time. They wrap up the pod by recapping the groundbreaking for the new enclosed stadium and their expectations for what it might mean for Northeast Ohio. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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971
How did the Browns do in the 2026 NFL Draft? Breaking down every pick
This time a week ago, the Browns were in the process of putting together what appears to be a strong NFL Draft class. They added 10 new players, including five in the first two days of the draft. Cleveland.com draft analyst Tim Bielik and film analyst Lance Reisland joined Dan Labbe on Friday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast to talk about all 10 players the Browns added last week. They offer up their most intriguing picks and their favorite picks. They also dig into the traits that made Spencer Fano the Browns’ top choice, what happens if he ends up playing guard, whether KC Concepcion’s drops are a concern and how they would utilize Taylen Green. They even talk about some of the picks you might have forgotten. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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970
Will Deshaun Watson lock up the Browns’ starting quarterback job?
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson appears to be the frontrunner for the starting quarterback job early in the offseason program. He’s competing with Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel and now Taylen Green for the job. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dove into Mary Kay’s breaking news report about Watson having the inside track for the job early in the offseason on Wednesday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They wrap up by getting into what it would mean if Sanders doesn’t win the job. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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969
What if the Browns would have taken Ty Simpson?
The Browns were the subject of an inside-the-war room piece from NFL Draft Night 1 and one of the revelations was that they would have considered Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson if he hadn't gone to the Rams at No. 13 overall. What does that tell us about their thoughts on Simpson and what it means for their current quarterback room? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about the idea of the Browns taking Simpson on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They discuss what would have happened to the quarterback competition of they had added Simpson and if it should create a sense of urgency for the four competitors, most notably Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson. They also get into the dueling team building philosophies of just take your quarterback vs. building everything else up before adding your quarterback. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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968
Can the Browns find a role for Taylen Green? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns drafted Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green in the sixth round on Saturday. They view him as a developmental quarterback, joining Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson and Dillon Gabriel in a crowded room. Could Todd Monken find ways besides quarterback to deploy the freakishly athletic Green? His Combine numbers were equivalent to Calvin Johnson’s after all. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe started this Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by answering a question about if Green has a bigger role than just developmental quarterback. They also talk about the draft class as a whole and how it impacts the rest of the roster. Then they get into what they think the Browns could accomplish in 2026 now that free agency and the draft are done. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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967
Quick reaction: Browns take Taylen Green. How will they use him?
The Browns selected quarterback Taylen Green on Day 3 of the NFL Draft, adding a fourth quarterback to the mix. Green is big and fast and offers an intriguing option for the Browns, someone who they can try to develop and find ways to use as a weapon on offense. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about the addition of Green in a post-draft video on Saturday. On this bonus edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, you can hear what they said about Green and how the Browns can and should use him. They also talk about where he fits in the quarterback competition and if he could put himself in the discussion to start. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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966
Browns were wheeling and dealing on Day 2 of the NFL Draft
It was a busy Friday night for the Browns and GM Andrew Berry. He made three trades and picked three players after making a trade and picking two players on Thursday. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked all things Browns draft on our recap edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Was Berry able to ace another day of the draft? What could he have in store on Saturday when the Browns have more picks to spend? They also look ahead to Day 3 of the draft and if the Browns could make more trades, including for a veteran, or even draft a quarterback. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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965
Did the Browns ace the first day of the NFL Draft?
The Browns managed to land a tackle and a wide receiver on Thursday night in the NFL Draft. They selected Spencer Fano and KC Concepcion with their two first-round picks. Is that enough to say they did exactly what they needed to or could they have gone a different direction? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start the Day 1 draft recap edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing what the Browns did and if GM Andrew Berry had the right approach with the trade down and the picks he made. Then Tim Bielik joins the pod to talk about what he thought of the picks, what he would do on Day 2 and his favorite and least favorite first-round picks. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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964
What will the Browns do on Thursday night in the NFL Draft?
The Browns will go on the clock on Thursday night, either at No. 6 or potentially later if they trade down. They also hold the No. 24 overall pick. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe preview the opening round of the draft on a Thursday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They talk about what they would advise GM Andrew Berry to do with the No. 6 overall pick and what they would do with the pick. Should the Browns go wide receiver early and let the offensive line depth play out or should they attack their tackle position early? They discuss it all ahead of Thursday night’s first round. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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963
Browns QB battle begins: Deshaun Watson vs. Shedeur Sanders (but don’t forget Dillon Gabriel)
The Browns conducted their first voluntary minicamp practice on Tuesday and it offered up our first look at new head coach Todd Monken’s practice style and the quarterback competition. On the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about everything they saw on the practice field on Tuesday. They start with Monken’s style. It was a long, physical practice and it set a tone of what we’re expecting from Monken as we wind towards training camp. Then they get into the quarterback competition. Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders are the clear frontrunners, but where does Dillon Gabriel fit in? Could Watson really win the job? How did Sanders look in Year 2? They cover it all on their Orange and Brown Talk minicamp recap. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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First look at Browns QBs, Todd Monken’s offense and a pivotal NFL Draft: Hey, Mary Kay!
It’s a new Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast with Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe. It’s a big week in Browns football, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know ahead of the NFL Draft and the Browns' voluntary minicamp. First, we preview what to expect at minicamp. We are getting our first glimpse of the highly anticipated quarterback competition and our first look at a full Deshaun Watson practice in 11-on-11 drills since 2024. How will he, Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel look as they learn offensive coordinator Todd Monken’s new system? Then, we dive into the NFL Draft. What moves will give the Browns an "A" grade on Day 1? We discuss potential scenarios at picks No. 6 and 24, including the possibility of trading back, drafting offensive tackles and receivers or taking a flyer on a future franchise quarterback like Ty Simpson. Plus, we address the persistent trade rumors surrounding Myles Garrett, explain why an Anthony Richardson trade won't happen and reveal if the Browns went after defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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961
Dueling Browns mock drafts: We make every pick … twice
It’s time for another NFL Draft edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Tim Bielik and Lance Reisland fire up the draft simulator for a seven-round edition of dueling mock drafts. Tim and Lance go head-to-head, making their own unique selections and debating their choices for every single Browns draft pick. From Tim’s overarching strategy of adding offensive playmakers to Lance’s focus on pure difference-makers and matchup winners, this episode covers every possibility for the Browns, including what they would do if GM Andrew Berry decides to trade out of the No. 6 overall pick. This would be a great episode to watch on YouTube if you haven’t done that yet. Head to our YouTube channel, Cleveland Browns on Cleveland.com, and click on the Podcasts tab. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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960
Reading between the lines of Andrew Berry’s Browns pre-draft presser
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe break down everything you need to know from Browns General Manager Andrew Berry’s pre-draft press conference on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast. With the NFL Draft just around the corner, they dig into Berry's most revealing comments and analyze what he strategically left unsaid. First, they tackle the fascinating quarterback room. Could the Browns snag a developmental arm like Ty Simpson or go after Garrett Nussmeier on Day 3? Next, they shift focus to offensive playmakers, discussing the potential of drafting an explosive Ohio State wide receiver like Carnell Tate at No. 6. They also explore the intrigue of adding a highly versatile, game-changing running back like Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love to ignite the offense. The conversation then explores the evolving defensive landscape. Will the Browns make a major draft investment in a hybrid safety to combat the league's elite pass-catching tight ends? Finally, they weigh in on the persistent rumors of Andrew Berry executing his signature move: trading down to accumulate future draft capital. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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959
Browns trade down to No. 12? Why mock drafts agree
On this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe look at the latest NFL mock drafts and explore the very real possibility of the Browns trading down in the first round. Top experts like Todd McShay, Dane Brugler, Mel Kiper Jr. and even Ashley all had trade-down mocks come out on Wednesday. What’s the common thread? They all predict the Browns trading down to the No. 12 spot with the Cowboys. They break down what this blockbuster move could look like, including the potential of acquiring future draft assets or even an extra first-round pick. They also discuss which players the Browns might target if they make this move, from offensive tackles like Kadyn Proctor and Spencer Fano to dynamic playmakers like Kenyon Sadiq. They also look back at Andrew Berry's unpredictable draft history to remind us that anything can happen on draft weekend. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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958
What will Andrew Berry actually tell us before the NFL Draft?
On Tuesday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe look ahead to Browns GM Andrew Berry's annual pre-draft press conference. What can we really expect to hear from Berry on Thursday? They break down what they want to uncover, starting with the No. 6 overall pick. Could the Browns seriously consider drafting Notre Dame's generational dual-threat running back Jeremiyah Love? They also reflect on last year's Travis Hunter misdirection to figure out how to read the tea leaves this time around. Next, the discussion pivots to the wide receiver room. Does Berry truly believe Jerry Jeudy, Cedric Tillman and Isaiah Bond will thrive in Todd Monken's new offense, or will he draft a premium wideout? They also explore the possibility of trading the No. 6 pick for a proven, game-changing veteran receiver or even trading up for top-tier talent. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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957
Do the Browns have any NFL Draft surprises in store at No. 6? Hey, Mary Kay!
Monday means a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. With the NFL Draft less than two weeks away, Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe kick things off by breaking down the Browns' upcoming voluntary bonus minicamp. They discuss what new head coach Todd Monken hopes to glean from these early practices, who might be in attendance and how Monken’s offensive philosophy could influence Andrew Berry’s draft strategy. Then, they dive into questions from our Football Insider subscribers. If the Browns stay at the No. 6 overall pick, what is the best play? They evaluate the offensive tackle landscape, the possibility of drafting a premier edge rusher like David Bailey and whether taking wide receiver Carnell Tate or running back Jeremiyah Love is a realistic option. They also explore what it would take for Andrew Berry to trade down to secure future draft capital. Finally, the conversation heats up with a debate about the quarterback position, as Mary Kay defends her controversial stance on why taking a swing at QB Ty Simpson at No. 6 might be a risk worth taking. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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956
Browns Draft Mailbag: Best Player vs. Biggest Need at No. 6
Welcome to another NFL Draft edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Host Dan Labbe is joined by Cleveland.com film analyst Lance Reisland, and Cleveland.com draft expert Tim Bielik as they open up the mailbag to answer your pressing Browns draft questions. With the Browns holding the No. 6 overall pick, they debate a crucial roster-building philosophy: Do you draft to fill a glaring need, or do you take the best difference-maker available? Reisland pounds the table for a "players over plays" mentality, making his case for drafting elite, field-tilting weapons like Jeremiyah Love or Caleb Downs. Meanwhile, Tim weighs the necessity of shoring up the offensive line with a tackle like Spencer Fano. The trio discusses how new offensive coordinator Todd Monken's system will influence the front office to target explosive playmakers. Later in the show, the crew explores under-the-radar Day 3 options. Could the Browns target a mid-round quarterback like Taylen Green or Haynes King just to run creative Wildcat packages? Who are the best late-round return specialists to completely elevate the special teams unit? Finally, Tim and Lance place their bets on whether Andrew Berry stays at No. 6 or trades down. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Todd Monken’s blunt messaging sets tone in Browns offseason
On today’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe check in from the Browns media room as they break down the latest from the team's offseason program. In this episode, they get into the refreshing, no-nonsense approach of new head coach Todd Monken. They discuss his blunt honesty regarding player attendance at voluntary workouts, exploring the ongoing debate around star pass rusher Myles Garrett's absence. They weigh the true importance of these spring sessions for building team camaraderie, learning new coaching schemes and setting a winning tone for the franchise. The conversation also tackles the quarterback competition. With the offensive installation underway, they talk about why mastering the playbook in the classroom is currently the most crucial step for Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders and potentially Dillon Gabriel. Plus, hear the story of Monken's haircut "Snap Fu" that caused him to miss out on his very first NFL head coaches' group photo. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What to expect as the Browns return: QB battle, Monken’s system and early roles
On today’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe get you ready for the start of the Browns' offseason program. They break down exactly what to expect as players return to the facility this week. The biggest storyline? The quarterback competition. They discuss how Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson are approaching Todd Monken’s new offensive playbook from scratch and what it will take to win over the coaching staff. Plus, they do their very first vibes check of the year. How will Monken’s practice intensity, influenced by his time with John Harbaugh, change the feel of spring workouts compared to the Kevin Stefanski era? They also talk pass catchers, keeping a close eye on Jerry Jeudy’s bounce-back potential and where young playmakers like Isaiah Bond fit into the early depth chart. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Could the Browns extend Deshaun Watson? Hey, Mary Kay!
It’s a Monday Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, with Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe. The Browns officially kick off their offseason program on Tuesday and Mary Kay and Dan dive into the biggest storylines surrounding the team as they head back to the facility. The primary focus of this episode is the highly anticipated quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. Answering questions from our Football Insider subscribers, the duo explores some fascinating thought exercises: What happens if Watson returns to his Pro Bowl form, and would it even be financially possible for the Browns to extend his contract? On the flip side, what would it mean for the franchise if Shedeur Sanders wins the starting job, and how will opposing defensive coordinators game plan for him now that there is tape out there? They discuss Todd Monken's evaluation of the offense and why the team desperately needs to add at least two more premier playmakers. Finally, the talk shifts to the NFL Draft. What would a home run trade look like if the Browns move down from the No. 6 pick? Mary Kay breaks down why acquiring 2027 draft capital might be the team's biggest priority. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What the Browns revealed this week about the No. 6 pick and their QB competition
On this Friday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe wrap up the week by looking back at the key takeaways from the NFL owners meeting and gearing up for the start of the offseason program in Berea next week. First, Mary Kay and Dan dive into Andrew Berry's intriguing comments regarding the team's No. 6 overall draft pick. Will the Browns trade back to gather more draft capital for next year, or could a surprise trade-up be in the works? They break down the likelihood of moving the pick and what scenarios could impact that ultimate decision. Then, the focus shifts to the evolving quarterback competition. With Todd Monken installing his offense, they discuss how mobility will factor into the looming battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. They also examine the importance of Watson getting a head start by building chemistry with wide receivers like Jerry Jeudy down in Florida. Finally, they cover why nobody should write off Dillon Gabriel, who will look to use his high processing speed and competitive drive to make some serious noise during the offseason. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The 'My Guys' Draft: 10 NFL Draft prospects the Browns have to pick
Welcome to another NFL Draft edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Dan Labbe is joined by Lance Reisland and Tim Bielik for their latest dive into their favorite prospects. After sharing their dueling big boards last week, Lance and Tim are back to conduct a "My Guys" Draft. They each select five prospects they are absolutely pounding the table for the Browns to pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. Forget typical draft constraints, this show is about the tape and the players our analysts love. Tim targets aggressive defenders like Indiana corner D’Angelo Ponds and explains why analytics point to certain wide receivers thriving against zone coverage. Lance puts on his coaching hat to highlight violent trench warriors like Georgia Tech's Keylan Rutledge. The guys also rapid-fire their favorite honorable mentions to keep an eye on during Day 3 and undrafted free agency. Watch the full episode and follow along with the live draft board graphic on our YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and follow Orange and Brown Talk on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Threads and Facebook. Follow us: On X: https://x.com/orangebrowntalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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