Orange and Brown Talk: Cleveland Browns Podcast

The Browns wrapped up the first week of free agency by signing tight end Jordan Akins. That actually happened while Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe were recording their Friday podcast recapping the week of free agency. Before the news breaks, they look back on the week for Andrew Berry and the Browns and assess how he did. They go signing by signing and discuss each player. Then, after the Akins signing broke, Mary Kay had to take off and Ashley and Dan remain to react to the...

The Browns addressed three glaring needs on their defense to start the offseason, adding three starters to their defense. Defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson, edge rusher Ogbonnia Okoronkwo and safety Juan Thornhill were all signed to multi-year deals to help bolster new defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz's defense. Lance Reisland, cleveland.com's film expert, joined the Orange and Brown Talk on Thursday to break down the free agent class. He talks about why he loves Tomlinson so much, what...

The Browns found their safety on Wednesday, agreeing to terms with Juan Thornhill, who is leaving Kansas City and will sign with the Browns. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe begin our Wednesday Orange and Brown Talk Podcast by reacting to the addition of Thornhill and how it fits into this class of free agents for GM Andrew Berry. Then they get into some Hey, Mary Kay! questions from our Football Insider subscribers. Will Deshaun Watson's contract eventually become the norm in the NFL? Should...

Day 2 of Browns free agency wasn't quite as eventful as Day 1, at least at the time of recording of this podcast. There's still plenty for Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe to discuss on Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They look at the Browns missing out on Dre'Mont Jones before adding Dalvin Tomlinson and what it means for the defensive line. Was Tomlinson the tackle they really preferred? Then they get into Lamar Jackson airing out an offer from the Ravens he turned...

The Browns brought back their starting center and added an edge rusher on Monday as the NFL's legal tampering period began at noon. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe react to the day of news regarding the Browns and other league news. They discuss the restructuring of Deshaun Watson's contract to free up cap space and whether this will be an annual tradition. They get into bringing back center Pocic and adding edge rusher Ogbo Okoronkwo before they get into what could be next as...

The Browns were one of about 11 teams in attendance at the private workout of Odell Beckham Jr. on Friday in Arizona. It was an interesting development as they are about to embark on a free agent period next week when they could use a wide receiver. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe got together on Friday night and reacted to the news of the Browns attending Beckham's workout. What does it mean they took the time to send someone? Is it an overreaction to think he could come back?...

The Browns introduced new special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone on Thursday in an introductory press conference. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Thursday's podcast by reacting to what Ventrone had to say and picking out what stood out to them during the Zoom call. Then they each offer up a free agent they would like the Browns to pursue next week. Lastly, Lance Reisland joins the show to give his Top 5 free agent fits for the Browns and gets into the players who didn't...

The Lamar Jackson situation in Baltimore threatens to upend the status quo in the NFL and specifically the AFC North. If things go south between the Ravens and Jackson -- at least more than they already have -- what impact will it have on the Browns? Where would they rank within the divison? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss the Jackson situation and how it impacts the Browns on Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Then they answer question from our Football Insider...

The Ravens placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on quarterback Lamar Jackson on Tuesday after the two sides failed to reach an agreement on a contract extension. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start Tuesday's podcast by reacting to the news and what it means for the Ravens and Browns. Then they get into some Hey, Mary Kay! questions about Deshaun Watson's contract and whether it was a foregone conclusion it would have to be restructured when it was signed. They discuss Andrew Berry's...

The NFL news cycle is winding back up and Monday was just the tip of the iceberg with the franchise tag deadline on Tuesday and the new league year getting started next week. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discussed four Browns questions to get up to speed on the latest as they prepare to get working in free agency and the trade market. Dan has four "Are we sure?" questions for Mary Kay. Are we sure signing Bates wouldn't be akin to John Johnson III last year? Are we sure moving on from Ethan...

Browns offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt will move back into the role of coaching quarterbacks as part of his job, a role he had his first two years in Cleveland before giving way to Drew Petzing for a season. Is he the right style of coach for Deshaun Watson? It's one of the questions from our Football Insider subscribers on today's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe also discuss the Lamar Jackson situation in Baltimore and what it...

The Browns are about to venture into another free agency and draft period as the NFL Scouting Combine wraps up this weekend in Indianapolis and the start of the new league year is about to begin. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answered questions from our Football Insider subscribers in this Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. What is more important? Offense or defense? They start by answering that question. Then they get into questions about restructuring Deshaun...

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski and assistant GM Catherine Raîche both spoke on Wednesday at the NFL Scouting Combine. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about all things combine and all things Browns in our Wednesday combine podcast. They start by discussing Alex Van Pelt and what Stefanski had to say about his offensive coordinator and the impact he will have on Deshaun Watson. Then they discuss the other two coordinators, Jim Schwartz and Bubba Ventrone, and why they...

The day started here at the NFL Scouting Combine with news that the Browns are going to release safety John Johnson III at the start of the new league year on March 15. Johnson was one of the Browns’ big free agent signings a few offseasons ago. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped their day at the combine, starting with their reaction to the decision to move on from Johnson. What went wrong with him in Cleveland? What will the Browns do next? Could they pursue Jessie Bates...

It’s not far fetched to believe that any one of the three major sports teams in Cleveland will play for a championship in the next 500 or so days. Both the Browns and Cavaliers have made all-in moves, declaring themselves ready to win now. The Guardians, meanwhile, surprised many with their playoff run last year and have an exciting young core of players with, perhaps, the best manager the franchise has ever had. We try to answer the question on this podcast: Which coach or manager will win...

The NFL world will descend upon Indianapolis next week for the NFL combine. Along with the draft's top prospects, coaches, GMs and scouts will take over the city for a week as the NFL Draft process officially kicks off. Browns GM Andrew Berry and head coach Kevin Stefanski will both address the media. On today's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss the questions they have for the two. From topics involving new defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz...

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has added two new corrdinators, starting with Jim Schwartz replacing Joe Woods on defense and Bubba Ventrone replacing Mike Priefer to run special teams. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe take a look at Stefanski's new-look staff on Thursday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast. They start by discussing Ventrone and how he'll help rejuvenate special teams and get kicker Cade York back on track. Then they look at Stefanski's staff and what he's looked...

The new league year is getting closer and closer and, with the NFL Scouting Combine taking place next week, things will really start heating up for the Browns and the rest of the league. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discussed some of the recent stories that have gone up about the Browns on cleveland.com, including the key dates Browns fans need to know as they venture into another important offseason. Then they discuss the 2020 rookie class and how they would rank the players...

It's time for another Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. First, however, there's some news to get to. The Browns fired special teams coordinator Mike Priefer on Tuesday. What took so long and who will be next at the position? What does all this coaching upheaval mean? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discuss. Then they get into questions from our Football Insider subscribers. Why is there so little buzz nationally about Deshaun Watson? Is Watson's improvement the most...

The Browns officially lost their quarterbacks coach over the weekend, with Drew Petzing taking the offensive coordinator job in Arizona. How will the Browns move forward finding a new coach? Why are teams so interested in hiring Browns assistants? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answer questions from our Football Insider subscribers on Monday's Orange and Brown Talk Podcast, a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the podcast. They also discuss the Browns' priorities in free agency, especially as it...