Orange and Brown Talk: Cleveland Browns Podcast

NFL Draft season is about to kick into high gear and the Browns, who currently hold the No. 2 overall pick, will be front and center throughout the process as they try to solve their quarterback problem. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe spent their last Orange and Brown Talk podcast of the week musing about the draft and what the Browns will do at quarterback. Is it a sure thing they’ll take a quarterback at No. 2 overall? What if they take Travis Hunter, like many mock drafts have them doing? What will free agency tell us about their plans? They discuss it all in their latest podcast. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns introduced new offensive coordinator Tommy Rees on Thursday, but head coach Kevin Stefanski started the day by announcing he was taking back play-calling after giving it up midway through last season. Is taking it back the right move for Stefanski or should he let his new, young offensive coordinator handle the duties? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss Stefanski’s decision to start Thursday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Then they move onto Rees' introductory press conference and get into why they think Stefanski made this move and what this means for the Browns at the quarterback position, especially as it pertains to the draft. They also talk a little about what’s leaking out regarding the draft and what they do and don’t believe. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns will introduce new offensive coordinator Tommy Rees in a press conference on Wednesday. Rees was promoted from tight ends coach after Ken Dorsey was fired following a 3-14 season. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about the Browns offense on the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast and talk about the three things they hope to see from the offense in 2025 with Rees and head coach Kevin Stefanski at the helm. They get into the run game and improving the team’s rushing attack as well as figuring out how to cut down on turnovers, all while trying to create more explosive plays. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns have decisions to make at quarterback this offseason and the biggest one is how they will approach the position in the 2025 NFL Draft. With the No. 2 overall pick, they will have a shot at one of the Top 2 of Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders or they can maneuver around and find another quarterback. Is there a quarterback in this draft that can win in the NFL? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking about the top quarterbacks in the draft and what the Browns should do. They also talk about Sanders and how Deion Sanders' presence might impact the Browns' decision-making and other topics, including the most memorable quarterbacks the Browns have had since 1999. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns defense and kicking game in 2024 didn’t reach the level they achieved the previous season. In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe delve into pressing questions surrounding the Browns defense as they head into the offseason. The conversation begins with concerns about the kicking situation, particularly focusing on Dustin Hopkins and the need for a solid plan B. The discussion then shifts to the defensive side, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah’s future and the implications for the linebacker position (6:49). The hosts also explore Myles Garrett’s contract situation and the importance of ensuring he remains a key part of the team moving forward. (12:37) Finally, they address the ongoing challenge of finding a complementary edge rusher to support Garrett’s efforts on the defensive line (24:31). Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns enter an offseason filled with questions on both sides of the football, ranging from the obvious quarterback situation to overall roster depth concerns. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe launch a two-podcast series on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast examining the roster questions facing the Browns as they aim to rebound from a 3-14 season. They discuss the team’s approach to quarterback and potential moves at that position and others through free agency and the draft. They also discuss the state of the offensive line and look at the team’s pass-catchers to determine what the future is at wide receiver and tight end. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns have promoted Tommy Rees from tight ends coach to offensive coordinator. At age 32, he takes over one of the most important roles on the coaching staff as the Browns look to reset their quarterback room. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk through the decision to promote Rees and why head coach Kevin Stefanski decided to go in this direction. What do they expect from Rees in this new job? What was it about Rees that made him so intriguing to Stefanski? What does this mean for the future of the quarterback position? They get into all of it on the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

Let’s be honest: everyone has quarterbacks on the brain when it comes to the Browns and this Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast is no different. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start the podcast, however, by talking offensive coordinator candidates and how this search could shake out. Then they dive into the Deshaun Watson situation and if there’s anything to the idea that the Browns could try and get some of the guaranteed money back if his re-rupture of his Achilles occurred while doing something he shouldn’t have been doing. There’s a draft, too, by the way, and the Browns have the No. 2 pick. Is there a quarterback worth taking No. 2 overall in this draft and do the Browns have to take a quarterback? Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson re-ruptured his Achilles and underwent a second surgery on Thursday to repair it, all but taking him out of the quarterback picture for the Browns in 2025. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Friday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing the latest developments with Watson and how this might change things for the Browns, if it changes anything at all. Does this create a sense of urgency in the draft for the Browns? Will they be more aggressive in going after a veteran option? What’s next for Watson? Then they talk about the Browns hosting a London game in 2025 by looking back at Mary Kay’s trip there to cover the team in 2017 and discussing where they would like to go cover a Browns game. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns search for a new offensive coordinator is fully underway, starting with their interview of their tight ends coach, Tommy Rees, and now plans to interview both Darrell Bevell and Charles London. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about the coordinator search in the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, trying to decipher what the early names teach us about what head coach Kevin Stefanski is looking for in a replacement for Ken Dorsey. First, they talk about the hire of offensive line coach Mike Bloomgren and what it tells us that they were able to find Andy Dickerson’s replacement so quickly. They also discuss Catherine Hickman interviewing for the Titans GM job. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns quarterback room was headed for change already this season, but Deshaun Watson’s setback, which GM Andrew Berry announced on Monday, only reinforces the idea that the room will look completely different in 2025. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe talk quarterbacks on today’s Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They start by answering a question about how the Browns just now found out about Watson’s setback before they discuss all the ways the Browns could decide to attack the position this offseason. They also talk about Berry’s draft history and whether he can be trusted to get this draft right. They even get into Baker Mayfield leading Tampa Bay to the playoffs and why he was able to do it. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson suffered a setback in his recovery from his ruptured Achilles and, regardless of what the team’s plans were for him before this, it feels like this is a significant moment in his future with the team. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Monday’s edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing Watson’s future following this revelation from GM Andrew Berry’s end-of-season press conference. Does this change anything for the Browns moving forward? What will happen with Watson now? Then they get into what Berry said about running back Nick Chubb and if it’s possible he might not be back next season. Is there a price and a role for him that could keep him in a Browns uniform? Lastly, they talk Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah and the mystery surrounding his status for next season. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns are seeking a new identity and the pieces are in place for them to find it after two big events on Sunday. First, they fired offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, opening the door for them to return to a familiar identity while also trying to find someone who can help them remake their offense and quarterback room this offseason. The other development is they landed the No. 2 pick in the draft after the Patriots beat the Bills on Sunday. This sets up the opportunity to either pick a quarterback or take someone who can help their quarterback succeed. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recap the entire day in Berea on the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They talk about potentially going back to a familiar scheme and if they should before they talk about the approach at quarterback and if they have to take one at No. 2. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns will start Bailey Zappe on Saturday afternoon against the Ravens in the final game of the season. Dorian Thompson-Robinson is also expected to play in the game. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start our preview edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking about the Browns' decision to start Zappe and what they expect from him. They also talk about the jostling for draft position and where the Browns stand with one game left. Lance Reisland joins the podcast to give a scouting report. Are the Ravens any different from the first time these teams played? What can the Browns do to try slowing down Lamar Jackson? Mary Kay and Ashley rejoin Dan to wrap up the podcast by making their picks for Sunday. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns could start either Dorian Thompson-Robinson or Bailey Zappe on Saturday against the Ravens, and head coach Kevin Stefanski left the door open to play both in the team's season finale at M&T Bank Stadium. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking about the quarterback decision and if it matters. Then they talk about wide receiver Cedric Tillman going on injured reserve and how it adds another layer of difficulty to building the roster for next season. They even try to name all 39 quarterbacks who have started for the Browns since 1999. Then Lance Reisland joins the podcast to look back at the film from Sunday's loss to the Dolphins. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns restructured Deshaun Watson’s contract once again on Friday, opening up a future exit strategy from the $230 million fully guaranteed contract they gave him in 2022. It also means he’s sticking around for at least another season. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discussed the potential of Watson playing for the Browns on the latest Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They discuss why it’s not a crazy thought to think that he couldn’t end up back on the field in a Browns uniform and not just disappear quietly into the night. They also talk about the Browns draft plans and the state of the roster as the season comes to a close. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns lost their home finale of the 2024 season on Sunday, bowing to the Miami Dolphins, 20-3, at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns fell to 3-13 and will wrap up their 2024 campaign next Sunday in Baltimore. That means the Browns draft position improved and they could find themselves in a position to draft a new quarterback. In this edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe break down dig into how the Browns should approach things if they do end up landing a Top 3 pick in the draft. Is it quarterback or bust? Is there a reason to pass on a quarterback if one is available? What does it mean that they have stumbled into a potential franchise-altering pick all of a sudden? Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns return home for their final home game of the season, hosting the Miami Dolphins, who might be fighting for their playoff lives when they arrive — depending on what happens on Saturday. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start our preview edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking about left guard Joel Bitonio’s comments about his future and what he’s considering as he thinks about retiring or coming back after this season. Then they talk about the Dolphins and what they’re bringing to Cleveland on Sunday. Lance Reisland joins the podcast to give a scouting report. Is Miami’s offense as dangerous as it was a year ago? How does the Browns' defense match up? What makes Miami’s defense successful? Lance also makes his pick for the game. Mary Kay and Ashley rejoin Dan to wrap up the podcast by making their picks for Sunday. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

It’s a Christmas Day edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, so we’re putting some of the Browns talk aside and we’re talking Christmas. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start the podcast by going over some of their favorite Christmas things. They talk about their favorite movies, favorite songs, favorite tradition, favorite aesthetic and their Christmas hot takes. Then Lance Reisland joins the podcast to look back at what he saw on the film when he studied the Browns' 24-6 loss to the Bengals. Then Lance and Dan do a draft of Christmas movies, coming up with their favorites and must watch movies. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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

The Browns came into this season with high expectations and, instead, are going to leave it with a high draft pick. It has raised questions about the state of the roster and what they need to do this offseason to fix everything that went wrong. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe take the topic head-on during Tuesday’s Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They start by talking about Dorian Thompson-Robinson and why Kevin Stefanski is starting him again. Then they dive into how they would approach this offseason. Is tanking the right move? Do they need a complete teardown of the roster to build it back up? Can they be title contenders next season? Is a soft reset more appropriate? They discuss it all. Want to become a Football Insider subscriber? Get more info here. 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