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Overtime with Jake Vulinec
by Audacy
This weeknight show concentrates on the Cleveland sports scene and touches on any big national story. Host Jake Vulinec will welcome in callers and the best guests from around the nation to weigh in on the biggest topics that affect the Cleveland sports fan.
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Hour 1: Are you excited for tonight's Cavs game or are you still hesitant? + Who is the X-factor for the Cavs tonight against the Pistons?
Jake Vulinec opens Overtime previewing Cavs-Pistons game five. He talks about fan excitement levels for the game as well as who needs to step up for the Cavs to get the win.
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Hour 2: Nate Davis + Are the Browns opponents enough to give you hope for next season? + Is Angel Martinez a viable leadoff hitter?
Jake is joined by Nate Davis of USA Today. Then, he talks about the Browns opponents in 2026 and if they should help provide some optimism for next season before talking some Guardians and what they should do with the leadoff spot in the lineup.
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Nate Davis: I could see the Browns fighting for a wild card if everything goes best case scenario for them
Nate Davis of USA Today joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to talk Browns, their expectations for 2026 and other headlines around the NFL ahead of the schedule release tomorrow night.
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Hour 1: Do you really still have a lack of confidence in the Cavs? + Did the Cavs actually get a friendly whistle last night in game four? + Was Kenny Atkinson the better coach in the last two games?
Jake Vulinec begins Overtime continuing his reaction to the Cavs game four win over the Pistons. He talks about fans still having a lack of confidence in the team heading into game five, the game four officiating and Kenny Atkinson's improvements over the past two games.
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Hour 2: David Shepard + Can the Cavs steal game five on the road? + Is LeBron done with the Lakers?
David Shepard of SiriusXM NBA Radio joins Jake to talk Cavs-Pistons. Then, Jake gives his thoughts on what the Cavs have to do to win game five on Wednesday before digging into the newest LeBron James saga and whether or not he's actually played his last game in LA.
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David Shepard: Donovan Mitchell has a lot of weight he's carrying around right now; I can't see the Cavs winning on the road in this series
David Shepard of SiriusXM NBA Radio joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to talk about Donovan Mitchell's historic night, the game four officiating, the Cavs "soft" reputation and plenty more as the Cavs-Pistons series shifts to game five on Wednesday.
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Hour 2: Is Donovan Mitchell being let off the hook? + What needs to happen for the Cavs to bring it to 2-2? + What is the best the Browns can land in the AFC north?
Hour two dives into the growing debate around Donovan Mitchell and whether he’s being protected from the same criticism other NBA superstars face after another frustrating playoff stretch. Is the blame fair, or are the Cavs’ problems bigger than just one player? Jake also breaks down exactly what needs to change for the Cleveland Cavaliers to battle back and tie the series 2-2 — from offensive adjustments to role-player production and playoff composure. Then he shifts to football and ask the big question: what’s the realistic ceiling for the Cleveland Browns in the loaded AFC North? Can they challenge for the division, or is second place the best-case scenario?
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Hour 1: Is your confidence in the Cavs shot after going down 0-2 to the Pistons? + Is Kenny Atkinson a good playoff coach? + The Station Buzz
The Cavaliers are suddenly in trouble. After falling into an 0-2 hole against the Pistons, the questions are getting louder in Cleveland: Is this team built for the postseason, and can Kenny Atkinson make the right adjustments when it matters most? Jake Vulinec breaks down what’s gone wrong for the Cavs through two games, whether the panic is justified, and if Detroit has officially become the tougher, more physical team in the series. We also dive into Kenny Atkinson’s playoff coaching résumé, his in-game adjustments, lineup decisions, and whether he’s proving himself under postseason pressure — or raising new concerns.
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Hour 1: How will Game 2 change your perspective on this Cavs chances in the series? + Would you be interested in adding Brendan Sorsby to the QB room?
Jake Vulinec begins Overtime briefly previewing Cavs-Pistons Game Two. Then, He starts talking Browns and if they should have any interest in Cincinnati quarterback, Brendan Sorsby, in the supplemental draft.
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Hour 2: Is it time to move Steven Kwan out of the leadoff spot? + Are you getting sick of the worry surrounding the Browns QB spot?
Jake gets into some Guardians talk, specifically concerning their offense and whether it's time to move Steven Kwan out of the leadoff spot. Then he gets back to talking Browns and the quarterback situation.
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Hour 1: How much worse do you feel about this Cavs series after a game one loss? + Do you think Donovan Mitchell should be getting more foul calls?
Jake Vulinec starts Overtime continuing his reaction to the Cavs game one loss to the Pistons last night. He does a temperature check for the rest of the series and also addresses Donovan Mitchell's comments after the game about the lack of foul calls.
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Hour 2: Ethan Sands + Do you blame Kenny Atkinson for the Cavs game one loss? + Is Evan Mobley getting too much of a pass for last night's performance?
Jake is joined by Ethan Sands of cleveland.com. Then, Jake plays the blame game after the Cavs loss last night and whether the loss falls on Kenny Atkinson and if Evan Mobley is getting a bit of a pass for his performance.
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Ethan Sands: If the Cavs continue to have this lack of urgency and aggressiveness for the first three quarters of games, it's going to be a struggle
Ethan Sands of cleveland.com joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to talk about the Cavs tough game one loss to the Pistons, what went wrong and how they can improve and even up the series in game two.
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Hour 1: Previewing Cavs-Pistons G1 + Is it time to panic about Guardians rotation?
Jake Vulinec starts Overtime briefly previewing Cavs-Pistons Game 1 before talking some Guardians and if there should be concern surrounding the starting rotation at this point in the season.
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Hour 2: Does Deshaun Watson actually deserve a clean slate? + Would you have preferred Jordyn Tyson had he been available?
Jake shifts to Browns talk and discusses whether or not Deshaun Watson should get and will get a clean slate with Todd Monken. Then, he reacts to Andrew Berry revealing the Browns' draft plans and if he'd rather have had Jordyn Tyson in the first round had he been available.
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Greg Swartz Previews The Cavaliers Semi-Finals Matchup: "The physicality of the Pistons scares me the most."
Greg Swartz joins Jake Vulinec to break down the Cleveland Cavaliers’ upcoming semifinal matchup against the Detroit Pistons. Swartz explains why the Pistons’ physical style of play poses a serious concern for Cleveland and what it could mean for the series. They also revisit the Cavs’ Game 7 win over the Toronto Raptors, questioning whether Cleveland should feel confident after a shaky performance despite advancing. Plus, a closer look at Jarrett Allen’s impact—he delivered when it mattered most, but faces an even tougher challenge in the next round.
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Hour 1: How much respect did Jarrett Allen earn after his Game 7 performance? + Did you like Dennis Schroder yelling at Donovan Mitchell mid-game? + The Station Buzz
In the first hour Jake Vulinec breaks down Jarrett Allen’s gritty Game 7 performance and asks the question: how much respect did he earn when it mattered most? We also dive into the heated moment between Dennis Schröder and Donovan Mitchell—was the mid-game confrontation a sign of leadership or crossing the line? Plus of course -- The Station Buzz
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Hour 2: Did the Cavs do enough in Game 7 to restore your confidence? + Do you think the Cavs should be favored against the Pistons in Round 2? + Should the Browns taken the Cowboys trade in the NFL Draft?
Did the Cleveland Cavaliers do enough in Game 7 to restore confidence, or are there still concerns heading into the next round? We break down their performance and preview a potential matchup with the Detroit Pistons—should Cleveland really be the favorite? Plus, we shift to the NFL and debate whether the Cleveland Browns made the right call passing on a draft-day deal with the Dallas Cowboys.
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Hour 1: How much faith do you have in the Cavs ahead of Game 6? + Have you lost any trust in Donovan Mitchell? + The Station Buzz
The pressure is on in Game 6—How much faith should you really have in the Cavs right now? With their season hanging in the balance, Jake Vulinec breaks down what’s gone wrong, what still gives this team a fighting chance, and whether Cleveland can dig deep when it matters most. Plus, it’s time for an honest conversation about Donovan Mitchell. Has your trust in the Cavs’ superstar taken a hit, or is he still the guy you want leading the charge in a do-or-die moment?
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Hour 2: Jake Vulinec listens and reacts to Todd Munken's conversation with Ken Carmen and Anthony Lima
The Cleveland Browns head coach, Todd Munken, joined Ken Carmen and Anthony Lima Friday morning live. Jake Vulinec played the full interview and reacted to the new coaches conversation with the Morning Boys.
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Hour 1: Should the Browns be in a rush to name a starting quarterback? + Does Shedeur Sanders need to hold more responsibility for his family?
Jake Vulinec begins Overtime talking Browns and if they should be in a hurry to name a starting quarterback before training camp. Then he gives his thoughts on Shilo Sanders comments today and the impact they have on his brother, Shedeur.
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Hour 2: Spencer Davies + Do you respect Donovan Mitchell for what he did in fourth quarter? + If the Cavs make the NBA Finals, it will be because of Dennis Schroder
Jake is joined by Spencer Davies of ClutchPoints to talk Cavs. Then, Jake gives his thoughts on Donovan Mitchell's decision to stay off the floor in the fourth quarter last night as well as Dennis Schroder's impact.
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Spencer Davies: I don't think the Cavs are able to win a playoff game on the road right now
Spencer Davies of ClutchPoints joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to recap the Cavs game five win over the Raptors and also discuss what they need to do to win the series in game six on Friday night.
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Hour 2: Dan Labbe Breaks Down Sanders -- Watson Quarterback Competition + Is Deshaun Watson taking first team snaps a PR move? + Do you think Todd Munken has fallen victim to practicing Deshaun Watson?
Dan Labbe joins the show to break down everything surrounding Shedeur Sanders and what his development could mean moving forward. The conversation then shifts to the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation, as we dig into the ongoing competition involving Deshaun Watson. Is Watson taking first-team reps a football decision—or a PR move by the organization? Plus, we examine whether offensive coordinator Todd Monken is adjusting his system to fit Watson, or potentially falling into the trap of building around him at the team’s expense.
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Dan Labbe Breaks Down Shedeur Sanders–Deshaun Watson Quarterback Competition: "It will come down to how much they trust Sheduer with a young team."
Jake Vulinec sits down with Dan Labbe to break down the latest buzz out of Cleveland following reports that Deshaun Watson has been taking first-team reps—and looking sharp doing it. Dan explains why Watson being the starter has always been a real possibility, and why the bigger question might be how much trust the Browns are willing to place in Shedeur Sanders as a young quarterback leading an equally young roster. The conversation also shifts to the NFL Draft, highlighting the most exciting prospects, the biggest surprises, and what it all could mean for the season ahead.
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Hour 1: If the Cavs lose tonight are they done in your eyes? + Who on the Cavs are you counting on to be their best for Game 5? + The Station Buzz
Jake Vulinc dives into a pivotal moment for the Cleveland Cavaliers to start the show—is this a must-win situation, or is there still a path forward if they fall short tonight? He break down what a loss would really mean for the Cavs’ postseason hopes and whether this team has the resilience to bounce back when it matters most. Then, the shift focus's to Game 5 and the players who need to step up. Can Donovan Mitchell carry the offensive load under pressure? Or could a breakout performance from Evan Mobley or Jarrett Allen be the difference-maker?
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Jon Ledyard: If the Browns can come out of this draft and say they have three cornerstone pieces on offense, that's a really good place to be in
Jon Ledyard of Audibles and Analytics Substack joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to recap the NFL Draft. He talks about what he liked and didn't like about the Browns draft, how much of a jump the Browns can make on offense and more.
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92.3 The Fan Offseason Special- 4/28/26
Jake Vulinec, Daryl Ruiter and Lance Reisland recap the Browns 2026 draft and take you around all the latest news and headlines surrounding the Browns offseason in general on this edition of the 92.3 The Fan Offseason Special.
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92.3 The Fan Offseason Special- 4/22/26
Jake Vulinec, Daryl Ruiter and Lance Reisland recap the first two days of Browns voluntary veteran mini-camp and get you ready for the 2026 NFL Draft on this edition of the 92.3 The Fan Offseason Special.
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Hour 1: Is it dangerous to feel too good after first two games against the Raptors? + How far have the Cavs come to shaking the "soft" label?
Jake Vulinec starts Overtime continuing the Cavs conversation and if we're getting ahead of ourselves after the first two games against the Raptors. Then, he talks about how far the Cavs have come to finally shaking the "soft" label for good.
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Hour 2: Jon Ledyard + How far does Rueben Bain have to fall to be a must draft for the Browns? + Should we be reading into how much Shedeur likes Todd Monken?
Jake is joined to Jon Ledyard of Audibles and Analytics Substack to talk Browns and NFL Draft. Then, Jakes asks how far Rueben Bain has to fall before the Browns have to take him as well as how closely we should be looking at Shedeur's excitement about Todd Monken.
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Jackson Flickinger: The Cavs' success all comes back to James Harden and his ability to fit in with every member of this group
Jackson Flickinger of Fear The Sword joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to talk about the Cavs following last night's game two win over the Raptors. They get into what the Cavs have done right so far in the series, the James Harden effect, what to look forward to as the playoffs progress and more
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Jon Ledyard: I'd say best case for the Browns is still Carnell Tate early and then getting the best tackle they can later on in the first round
Jon Ledyard of the Audibles and Analytics Substack joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to talk Browns and NFL news just two days out from the NFL Draft. They talk about the Dexter Lawrence trade, what the Browns first round plan should be, why this year's draft may lack some buzz and more.
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HR1: Does Dexter Lawrence trade increase the need for WR at pick #6? + Are you going to be angry is the Browns wait to draft a WR? = Station Buzz!
It’s a highly anticipated Overtime with Jake Vulinec to start the week. To kick off the show Jake starts with evaluating the Bengals trade for Dexter Lawrence and does that increase the need for the Browns to draft a receiver with the 6th pick and then to close the hour Jake goes over the most interesting things he heard on 923 The Fan today.
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HR2: How far does Bain have to fall to make him a must draft? + Who’s under more playoff pressure, Donovan Mitchell or Anthony Edwards? + Cavs beat the Raptors, is the series over?
To kick off hour 2 we keep the vibes high on Overtime with Jake Vulinec. With the draft days away Jake asks the question of how far would Rueben Bain Jr need to fall for him to be a must draft player? Does his off the field issue concern you? Then we bring in James Bridges for another edition of Change your mind! We discuss who's under more pressure to advance in the NBA playoffs, what does the future look like for the Knicks if they don't make the NBA Finals? To close the hour we react to the Cavs game 2 win over the Raptors and can the Cavs close this out in 4?
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Justin Lada on the state of the Guardians bullpen: "It's too early to press the panic button."
Justin Lada from Locked on Guardians joined Jake Vulinec following the Guardians 6-4 loss against the Orioles. Despite tonight being a bullpen loss, Lada doesn't think it's time to hit the panic button just yet... But should we be worried about Cade Smith?
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Hour 1: Are you actually bothered by Andrew Berry's 'tackles are tackles' comment? + Does Todd Munken bring the 'football guy' influence inside the draft room?
The first hour dives into the fallout from Andrew Berry’s “tackles are tackles” comment—was it a harmless front-office philosophy or something worth questioning? We break down what it really means for roster building and positional value in today’s NFL. Plus, with Todd Monken in the mix, does his presence add a true “football guy” voice in the draft room? We explore how coaching perspectives can shape front office decisions and what it could mean for the team’s draft strategy moving forward. Plus as always, The Station Buzz.
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Hour 2: Ethan Sands + How big is the opening series for Evan Mobley? + If the Cavs flame out -- would you be okay with moving on from Donovan?
After previewing the Cavs vs. Raptors opening playoff series with Ethan Sands, Jake Vulinec zeros in on a pivotal moment for Evan Mobley as this series could define the next phase of his rise. How big is this stage for Mobley, and what does success—or struggle—really mean for his long-term ceiling? Then, a tougher question facing the Cleveland Cavaliers: if this postseason run falls short, is it time to reconsider the future with Donovan Mitchell? We break down what a “flameout” would signal, whether moving on is realistic, and what it could mean for the team’s trajectory.
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Ethan Sands: Evan Mobley has the best opportunity to show us his ceiling in this series against the Raptors
Cleveland.com’s Ethan Sands joins Jake Vulinec on Overtime to break down the Cleveland Cavaliers’ first-round playoff matchup with the Toronto Raptors. Ethan explains why this could be a breakout series for Evan Mobley and what it might reveal about his ceiling. The conversation also turns to the offseason: could the Cavs consider moving Donovan Mitchell, and what would a potential replacement look like?
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92.3 The Fan Offseason Special- 4/16/26
Jake Vulinec, Daryl Ruiter and Lance Reisland take you around all the latest news and headline surrounding the Browns offseason and the draft on the 92.3 The Fan Offseason Special.
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Hour 1: How flawed are the Cavs compared to the rest of the East? + How can James Harden fix his playoff legacy?
Jake Vulinec starts Overtime talking Cavs and their upcoming playoff run. He gets into if the Cavs are more flawed than the rest of the East or just under a bigger microscope as well as what James Harden has to prove in this postseason.
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Hour 2: Max Chadwick + Does talking about the Browns pick at six feel like wasted breath? + Does a potential Browns-Cowboys trade bring you hope or dread?
Jake is joined by Max Chadwick of Preferred Walk-On to talk Browns and the NFL Draft. Then, he dives deeper into the potential Browns-Cowboys trade and how he would feel about the move.
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Max Chadwick: If Dallas really is that desperate to move up, if I'm the Browns, I'd be more than happy to move back to number twelve
Max Chadwick of the Preferred Walk-On podcast joins Overtime with Jake Vulinec to talk Browns and some draft storylines with one week until draft day. He talks about the potential trade down with the Cowboys, who the Browns should target in the first round, who he would avoid and more.
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92.3 The Fan Offseason Special- 4/14/26
Jake Vulinec, Daryl Ruiter and Lance Reisland take you around all the latest news and headline surrounding the Browns offseason and the draft on the 92.3 The Fan Offseason Special.
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Hour 1: Would drafting a DE at No. 6 make you think the Browns will trade Garrett? + Do you really think the Browns would trade Myles Garrett? + The Station Buzz?
The first hour of the show is dedicated to Myles Garrett's future with the Cleveland Browns. Are there any indicators in the draft that the franchise plans to trade him away? Even if not, would the Browns trade Myles Garrett? Plus as always -- The station buzz incase you missed the best moments said from around the station?
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Hour 2: John Ledyard + How real is Andrew Berry's inability to draft a WR or O-line? + Which Cavalier has the most pressure on them heading into the postseason?
John Ledyard joins Overtime to kick off the second hour of the show to preview the NFL draft as we inch closer to the big event -- Who is going to be off the board before the Browns can get to Pick 6? + Is it a real concern that Andrew Berry can't draft a WR or Offensive Lineman? Plus -- As the Cavaliers postseason is set, who has the most pressure on their back?
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Jon Ledyard: Will Carnell Tate be gone before the Browns have a chance at No. 6?
Jake Vulinec is joined by Jon Ledyard to break down the biggest questions surrounding the upcoming NFL Draft and what it could mean for the Cleveland Browns. He start by looking at which prospects feel like locks to be off the board before Cleveland is on the clock at pick No. 6—and how that shapes their options. From there, they dive into a potential defensive end selection and whether that could signal anything about Myles Garrett’s long-term future with the franchise. Finally, zoom out and talk philosophy: why building through the trenches remains one of the most important—and most consistent—paths to success in the NFL.
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Greg Swartz: "The final day of the NBA regular season couldn't have gone better for the Cleveland Cavaliers"
Greg Swartz joined Jake Vulinec to break down a dramatic finish to the NBA regular season, as the Cleveland Cavaliers couldn’t have scripted a better final day and what it means for their playoff outlook. Swartz also discusses the growing pressure on Donovan Mitchell to deliver in the playoffs and what’s at stake for him this year. Plus, the big question: should anyone be worried about James Harden when the games matter most?
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Hour 1: Is Carnell Tate the closest thing to making everyone happy at No. 6? + Are you worried Andrew Berry is going to make a mistake in this draft? + The Station Buzz
Could Carnell Tate be the pick that finally makes everyone happy at No. 6? This episode explores his growing momentum as a potential Browns target and what his selection would mean for the team’s future. The discussion also turns to Andrew Berry—are there real concerns about a potential draft mistake? And finally, a breakdown of the latest station buzz from earlier today!
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This weeknight show concentrates on the Cleveland sports scene and touches on any big national story. Host Jake Vulinec will welcome in callers and the best guests from around the nation to weigh in on the biggest topics that affect the Cleveland sports fan.
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