Episode Details

Brad Ward and Anthony Moeglin close the book on Cleveland’s disappointing loss to the Jets and turn their attention toward a massive AFC North showdown with the Baltimore Ravens.

The show opens with excitement surrounding the Guardians’ postseason run before diving into the Browns’ missed opportunity to improve to 4-1. Brad and Anthony discuss Todd Monken’s offensive game plan, the team’s continued struggles establishing an identity, and the disappointing preparation against New York.

Next, the conversation shifts to Cleveland’s mounting injuries at running back, including Rocket Sanders heading to injured reserve, Quinshon Judkins’ ankle injury, Dylan Sampson’s potential return, and what newly acquired Audric Estimé could bring to the offense.

The guys then take a deeper look at Deshaun Watson’s performance, examining his eight sacks, struggles identifying pressure, missed opportunities within structure, and the offense’s growing dependence on his ability to create outside the pocket. They debate whether that approach is sustainable and how much the nonexistent running game is limiting Watson and Monken.

That leads into a discussion about the Browns’ need to add a legitimate tight end before the trade deadline, the personnel limitations impacting Monken’s preferred offensive approach, and how additional versatility could help unlock the running game.

Attention then turns to Baltimore, including whether Monken’s familiarity with his former team provides an advantage, how Mike Rutenberg can attack the Ravens’ protection issues, and the challenges created by Cleveland’s defensive injuries. The guys also discuss Carson Schwesinger’s health, Lamar Jackson’s uncertain availability, and the movement in the betting line.

The show wraps up with some bigger-picture questions about Cleveland’s future, including who starts at quarterback in 2027, Anthony’s favorite Browns rookie, Emmanuel McNeil-Warren’s impressive development, and why Drew Mestemaker is emerging as an intriguing quarterback prospect.

Finally, Brad and Anthony discuss the significance of Sunday’s showdown with Baltimore and why a 3-2 Browns team has a tremendous opportunity to prove its legitimacy, compete for first place in the AFC North, and provide its young core with invaluable experience in meaningful football games.

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