Dawg Pound Daily Podcast On The Cleveland Browns

The Cleveland Browns are going up against Josh McCown and the New York Jets this Sunday in the final stretch of games once considered "winnable" by fans just a few weeks ago. This is another turning point in the season, as 1-4 isn't great, but it is much better than the dreaded mark of 0-5. We focus on topics including:-McCown's return to Cleveland-Sashi Brown remaining calm-Who will step up on Sunday to help the Browns pick up their first win of the season

Any optimism held by Cleveland Browns fans entering Week 4 was crushed after a brutal 31-7 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. It is hard to discuss positives from such a beatdown, so we took a look at some main storylines surrounding the loss.Those include:-The confidence Jimmy Haslam has in this front office and coaching staff-What lies ahead after the 0-4 start-The state of the wide receiving corps and what can be done, if anything, to improve the situation-Storylines from around the NFL

The Cleveland Browns lost a must-win game in Week 3 and now face another game in which a loss could derail the hopes of any success this season. We take a look at the upcoming matchup against the Bengals and break down some top storylines including:-Myles Garrett's status and whether he should play this week-What can be done to solve the woes of the receivers-A comparison between this year's team and the 2016 version that also started 0-3-NFL locks and upsets for Week 4

The Cleveland Browns went to take on the Indianapolis Colts as road favorites, but head home with yet another loss. We break down the loss and more in this episode, including:-The state of the wide receiving corps that continues to drop passes-DeShone Kizer's progression through the first three weeks of the season-What an 0-3 record means after last year's 1-15 finish-Duke Johnson stepping up as a main piece in the offense-A look ahead at Week 4 and the potential debut of Myles Garrett

The Cleveland Browns are in Indianpolis this Sunday in a battle of 0-2 teams. It is also a battle of two head coaches who could potentially be on the hot seat with a loss.We discuss that and more in this episode including looks at:-Myles Garrett's potential return and when that should take place-Whether or not Hue Jackson will actually commit to the run in Week 3-Kenny Britt and the rest of the wide receiving corps-Some fantasy football and game predictions

The Cleveland Browns played well in Week 1, but followed that up with five turnovers in a Week 2 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The game wasn't a total disaster, but the loss had fans feeling like it was 2016 all over again.This episode touches on the loss, and specifically:-The state of the wide receivers after a big game from Hollywood Higgins-DeShone Kizer's four turnovers-Hue Jackson's questionable play-calling-The must-win game next week in Indianapolis-Where this team stands after an 0-2 start

The Cleveland Browns lost yet another Week 1 game, but they played well and fans have some hope heading into Week 2. The Baltimore Ravens are fresh off a shutout victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, but that may be due in large part to the Bengals being awful in 2017.We take a look at the upcoming game and more, with topics covering:-The report of Hue Jackson being angry about Joe Haden's release-Some players to watch this Sunday-NFL predictions for the week

The Cleveland Browns opened the 2017 season with a 21-18 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, but Browns fans have plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks. We talk the loss and more in an episode that includes a look at:-How DeShone Kizer performed in his NFL debut on Sunday-Some key plays that stood out as game-changing from both teams-Grades for the offense, defense, and special teams-Some storylines from around the NFL that stand out as the 2017 season gets underway

The regular season is finally here, which means Cleveland Browns fans are excited for what is shaping up to be enough unpredicatable season. The Browns have been gearing up for the game by making a few roster moves this week, which is one of the topics discussed in this episode. Other topics include:-The odd feeling of seeing Joe Haden in a Steelers uniform-The Sammie Coates trade and other additions and subtractions-Fantasy players to watch in this game-Predictions for the game and some other NFL locks and upsets

The preseason is coming to an end and Cleveland Browns fans now know that a rookie quarterback will be making his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. We look at DeShone Kizer and more in an episode that includes:-A look back at the game in Tampa Bay on Saturday night-A breakdown of the wide receivers as we wait for someone to stand out-Some Browns and Bucs trivia-A look at Brock Osweiler's current situation as he remains in limbo

After two weeks of looking great, DeShone Kizer is ready to be the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. It may only be the preseason, but it is clear he is on the fast track to being the Week 1 starter. We take a look at this news and more as the Browns prepare to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Topics discussed in the episode include:-The flaws of the quarterback competition-Watch to watch for on Saturday-Potential landing places for Brock Osweiler in a trade

The Cleveland Browns picked up yet another win, albeit in the preseason, and it has us excited. The team now turns to DeShone Kizer as the starting quarterback for the next game, but there was plenty to talk about outside the quarterback position.Topics dicussed in the episode include:-What stood out from each half of the game-MVPs from the win-Some NFL trivia that stumps Andrew throughout the episode-A look back at our original keys to the game and how those turned out

Steven and Andrew are excited after the victory in the preseason opener, but are now looking ahead toward Monday night's game against the New York Giants. The topics discussed in the episode include:-Players to watch on both teams-A few things that the Browns must do for the game to be considered successful-A look at the receiving corps, which includes plenty of talk about Richard Mullaney-Some info on our mailbag and the pick 'em league we are putting on for the 2017 season

The preseason is upon us and with it came a Cleveland Browns victory. Episode 16 takes a look back at that game and all that happened, with a specific focus on the quarterback position. With other topics including:-Breakout performers from the win-Browns trivia-A breakdown of all three quarterbacks currently vying for the starting job-Dicussing some future episodes of the podcast and what to expect

Training camp is set to begin July 27 after what has been a great offseason for the Cleveland Browns. This year will feature the usual competitions at several positions, meaning some familiar faces may not be making the final roster.We cover this along with:-Expectations for the new additions on both offense and defense-Some players who could have breakout performances in camp-A discussion of some exciting changes coming to the show-The usual banter that arises when it comes to the Browns

Aside from the lack of a deal between the Cleveland Browns and Jabrill Peppers, the Browns are in the midst of a quiet offseason so Steven and Andrew decided to take an episode to quiz each other on Browns trivia. The topics span decades, and include:-A look back at past supplemental drafts and players selected by the Browns-Browns head coaches from the past-Recent draft picks who are already out of the league-Much more as listeners get a chance to test their own Browns knowledge!

July means training camp, which is great news for Cleveland Browns fans. As actual games continue to get closer, we decided to preview the rest of the AFC North division. We talked rivals while also covering other topics including:-Win/loss predictions for the Browns within the division-How the team will do with different quarterbacks at the helm-Unlucky Browns moments from the past-And more!

Steven and Andrew break down some of the latest Cleveland Browns news including:-DeShone Kizer gaining ground on Cody Kessler in the starting quarterback debate, along with Brock Osweiler's presence on the team.-The outlook for the young receivers in 2017 after losing Terrelle Pryor in free agency this offseason and gaining Kenny Britt.-What qualifies as signs of a doomed season from the outset.-Things to be optimistic about before and during the season.-Some favorite Browns memories from after the team returned to Cleveland in 1999.

Talking all the latest Browns news including:-Brock's chances of starting or even remaining on the final roster.-The receivers corps without Terrelle Pryor in 2017.-Whether DeShone Kizer deserves a shot on the field this season.-And other fun topics!

Steven and Andrew break down some of the latest Browns talk as June approaches including:-Brock Osweiler's role with the Browns-Over/Unders of QB starts in 2017-Cody Kessler's specific diet-Hue Jackson's optimism