Orange and Brown Talk: Cleveland Browns Podcast
Get the latest news and analysis about the Cleveland Browns from Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock, Dan Labbe and special guests on cleveland.com.
Episodes
KC Concepcion, Dylan Sampson and how they help unlock the Browns offense
Probably the most surprising thing to start the Browns’ week was wide receiver KC Concepcion practicing on Wednesday.
Concepcion took a vicious hit from Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick on Sunday and is in the concussion protocol, but he’s already progressed through the protocol to the point of practicing.
Will Concepcion be able to play on Sunday against the Ravens? Why is he so important?
That’
Setting up Browns-Ravens division showdown, recapping New York + takeaways from Jets film
The Browns are on to Ravens week with a battle for first place in the AFC North happening at Huntington Bank Field in Week 6.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by setting up the week ahead. They dig into the storylines they’re watching this week and what matters for the Browns as the week gets going.
They also recap their Week 5 trip to New York
Did the Browns beat themselves against the Jets? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns are trying to figure out what went wrong against the Jets on Sunday and the answer is: a lot.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing why the Browns lost to the Jets and if it was more of a situation that they beat themselves.
They also talk about the struggling run game and what’s to blame for the Browns being una
What went wrong in Browns’ loss to the Jets? Postgame podcast
The Browns had their three-game winning streak snapped on Sunday in a 17-12 loss to the Jets. It was a rainy day and neither team could get much offense going.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dug into what happened at MetLife Stadium in our postgame edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They talk about the mistakes the Browns made that ultimately cost them, including on spec
Browns at Jets: Storylines, scouting report and picks
The Browns take on the Jets on Sunday. They have been underdogs all week, even though they’re 3-1 and the Jets are 1-3.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start our preview edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by setting up storylines for the week.
Can Deshaun Watson build on his strong performance in Week 4? Can the defense create pressure on Jets quarterback Geno Smith? Can t
How long can the Browns keep four QBs + 3-safety look unleashed
Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel was designated to return to practice and it’s likely that the Browns will have all four quarterbacks on the active roster at some point soon.
How long can they keep all four on the roster?
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about the decision the Browns will have to make on the roster to keep four quarterbacks on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
The Browns are underdogs vs. the Jets + film breakdown of their win over Steelers
It’s time to turn the page to Jets week after the Browns beat the Steelers last Thursday night to move to 3-1. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start this edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing what they’re watching as a new week gets going.
They talk about the Jets and how this could be a trap game if the Browns aren’t careful.
They also talk about how the Browns
What is the most surprising part of Browns 3-1 start? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns are off to a 3-1 start and tied for first place in the AFC North. That’s what’s on the mind of our Football Insider subscribers on a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start the podcast by discussing the biggest surprises from this start. They also get into how sustainable this start is, giving some underlying statistics.
They ans
There’s a different vibe around these Browns + Deshaun Watson’s trajectory and an automatic kicker
The Browns are all alone in first place after beating the Steelers on Thursday night football, and it’s clear after four games that there’s a different vibe around this team that goes beyond just riding the momentum of three wins in a row.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start this weekend edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing what they’ve observed about the Brow
Orange and Brown Talk Extra: Browns move into first place in AFC North with win over Steelers
The Browns beat the Steelers on Thursday Night Football, 27-24, and are now in first place in the AFC North with a 3-1 record.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the game in their postgame video, breaking down what they watched in the win.
They start with Deshaun Watson’s performance as he led another game-winning drive, this time resulting in an Andre Szmyt field goal.
They
Browns-Steelers preview: Storylines, scouting report and picks for Thursday Night Football
The Browns and Steelers are playing a Thursday Night Football game at Huntington Bank Field with first place in the AFC North on the line.
It might only be October, but let that sink in for a second.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe lay out the stakes for Thursday night’s game on the preview edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
Then they dig into the storylines they’re watc
Can the Browns get KC Concepcion going + O-line shuffling + reviewing the Panthers film
We’re on to Pittsburgh on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast (kind of) as the Browns prepare to host the Steelers in a Thursday Night Football showdown for first place in the AFC North.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start their Wednesday podcast by talking about Deshaun Watson and his chemistry with the receivers. Can he get things going with rookie receiver KC Concepcion on Thursda
How has Todd Monken shifted the Browns vibes? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns are 2-1 and the vibes are high as they head into a showdown with Pittsburgh on Thursday Night Football. The winner of that game will be all alone in first place, for a few days at least.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe dig into Sunday’s 21-18 win over the Panthers in a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
How are the vibes this season compared to this point a year
How Deshaun Watson and the Browns defense led them to a win over the Panthers: Postgame podcast
The Browns came from behind on Sunday to beat the Panthers, 21-18, thanks to a game-winning drive by Deshaun Watson and a great day by the defense.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dove into the win on a postgame edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They start by talking about the performance of Watson and what he showed in leading the team down the field to take the lead an
Browns vs. Panthers: Storylines, scouting report and picks for Week 3
The Browns will play the Panthers in their home opener on Sunday at 1 p.m. Both teams are 1-1.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start their preview edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by going through storylines for Sunday’s game.
They start with Deshaun Watson and what to expect from him after a strong second half against Tampa Bay.
Then they turn their attention to the ru
How will Deshaun Watson be received + Browns have to get the run game going
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson will make his 2026 home debut on Sunday against the Panthers, and it’s a little weird. Watson bought some time with the fan base thanks to a win last Sunday and a strong second half in Tampa, but how long will it last?
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about how they think Watson will handle things on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
How
Can the Browns continue their momentum + breaking down the Buccaneers film
The Browns return home this week to host the Carolina Panthers with a chance to get off to a 2-1 start to the season after their win over the Buccaneers in Week 2.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe kick off the Wednesday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by digging into the things they’re watching this week as the Browns prepare for the Panthers.
They discuss whether the Br
Can Deshaun Watson win over Browns fans? Hey, Mary Kay!
If Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has any chance to win over fans, Sunday in Tampa was a good start. Watson was efficient in leading them to a win as 8.5-point underdogs.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe spend most of a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast answering questions about Watson and what Sunday’s game means for him.
They start with the things Watson showed in the
How Deshaun Watson and the Browns rallied to beat the Bucs: Postgame podcast
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson seemed like he had reached the end of the line as the starting quarterback, but he managed to rally, just like the rest of the team.
The Browns beat the Bucs on Sunday and Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe broke it all down on their postgame Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They start with Watson and how he likely saved his job with his performance on S
Browns at Bucs preview: Baker Mayfield vs. the Browns, Deshaun’s last stand, Bucs scouting report + game picks
The Browns will try to rebound from their Week 1 blowout loss in Jacksonville this week with another trip to Florida, this time to take on the Buccaneers.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start our Orange and Brown Talk preview podcast by going over the biggest storylines for this game.
Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield will seek revenge against his former team. Meanwhile, the Browns h
Where do things go with Deshaun Watson and the Browns from here?
Things just keep getting more and more awkward with Deshaun Watson and the Browns fan base. Watson blamed media expectations for all the talk about his job security when he spoke to the media on Wednesday, which didn’t go over well with fans.
With the home opener looming and Watson coming off another shaky performance in Week 1, can this relationship be repaired? If he’s just going to embrace bei
Did the Browns get it wrong with Baker Mayfield? + Breaking down the Jaguars film
The Browns will go against a familiar face on Sunday when they go to Tampa to take on the Buccaneers, led by their former No. 1 overall pick, Baker Mayfield.
Mayfield took a circuitous route to Tampa and ultimately the $55 million per year extension he just signed.
Did the Browns get it wrong on Mayfield or did he need to follow the path he took to turn into what he has for the Bucs?
Mary Kay C
Why is Todd Monken sticking with Deshaun Watson as Browns QB? Hey, Mary Kay!
Browns head coach Todd Monken is sticking with Deshaun Watson as his starting quarterback as his team prepares to face Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Why is Monken still going with Watson? Why not just play the young guys, specifically Shedeur Sanders?
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start the latest Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing Monken’s decision. Does it make sen
How much more time does Deshaun Watson get? Browns postgame podcast
The Browns opener couldn’t have gone much worse. They were blown out by the Jaguars, Deshaun Watson struggled and the defense couldn’t stop Trevor Lawrence and Jacksonville’s offense.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe get into all of it on their postgame edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They start with Watson and if he should get another start in Week 2 against Tampa Bay.
Browns season preview: Best rookie, second-year leap, biggest questions + Jaguars scouting report
The Browns open the 2026 season on Sunday in Jacksonville and we’re getting you ready for the game and the season on this preview edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start the podcast off by drafting and then answering six topics about the roster. They discuss who they think will be the best rookie, who will make a second-year leap, areas of
What constitutes success for Deshaun Watson + what Denzel Ward’s ownership stake in the Guardians means
Deshaun Watson will make his first start in 22 months for the Browns on Sunday in Jacksonville. It has been nearly six years since Watson looked like the player the Browns thought they were acquiring in that 2022 trade.
So what does success look like for Watson on Sunday against the Jaguars?
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started a Thursday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podc
Who could Browns fans be pleasantly surprised by in 2026? Hey, Mary Kay!
The newest edition of the Browns will take the field in Jacksonville on Sunday and, regardless of your expectations, Week 1 almost always promises something new you didn’t expect.
Who or what could that be this season?
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe open a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing who could pleasantly surprise fans in 2026.
They also talk about wha
Orange and Brown Talk Extra: Will Taylen Green have a role on Sunday? + Captain picks and Isaiah Bond is back
The Browns were back to work on Monday. We'll be back with our regularly scheduled podcasts beginning on Tuesday evening, but to get you through, here's a short bonus pod. It's from our daily stand-up video on our YouTube channel.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about how Browns head coach Todd Monken could use Taylen Green, how he's handling captains and Isaiah Bond's return to
One thought about every position on the Browns roster
The Browns are just over a week away from kicking off their season and their roster is set. Lance Reisland and Dan Labbe took the opportunity on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast to dig into where the team stands.
Lance and Dan go through every position on the roster and each come up with one thought or sentence to sum up the position.
They talk about the state of the offensive and defensive lin
How long is Deshaun Watson’s leash with the Browns? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns will start Deshaun Watson at quarterback to open their season, but how long will he remain the starter?
That’s one of the questions our Football Insider subscribers had on a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
The Browns open with two games on the road and then return home for what could be a not-so-warm welcome for Watson, especially if those first two games
What will it take for the Browns offense to be explosive + the interior pass rush is more important than ever
Browns head coach Todd Monken wants explosive plays on offense. Does he have the quarterback to deliver them in Deshaun Watson?
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start Tuesday’s edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by talking explosive plays and whether they believe Watson can create them.
They also get into different ways Monken can manufacture them with the weapons the Brown
Taylen Green’s possibilities and KC Concepcion’s versatility for the Browns
Rookie quarterback Taylen Green is on the Browns 53-man roster, so now it’s really time to start thinking about ways they might be able to utilize the freakishly athletic quarterback once the season starts.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start their Monday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing the possibilities and complications that come with trying to use Gree
Quarterbacks, surprises and where the Browns still need help after initial 53-man roster is set
The Browns set their initial 53-man roster on Sunday and the big decision about QB3 between Taylen Green and Dillon Gabriel is ... on hold.
Gabriel was placed on injured reserve with a back injury, meaning the Browns were able to keep Green on the initial 53-man roster and they can revisit the situation after four games.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started their 53-man reaction
How many quarterbacks to keep and the other difficult decision the Browns have to make
The Browns have some hard decisions to make ahead of Sunday’s 6 p.m. roster cut deadline. The toughest decision is what to do at quarterback.
Yes, they have their starter in Deshaun Watson and backup in Shedeur Sanders, but what about the rest of the room? Should they keep four quarterbacks on their initial 53-man roster? Should they risk losing either Dillon Gabriel or Taylen Green?
Mary Kay Ca
Orange and Brown Talk extra: Will the Browns keep four quarterbacks?
*This is our short video report following Thursday night's game*
If you thought Browns quarterback decisions were done, you were wrong. Now the Browns have to decide what to do with Dillon Gabriel and Taylen Green, who both impressed during Thursday night’s preseason win over the Patriots.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the game and talked about the decision facing the Bro
Can Taylen Green make his case for the Browns roster on Thursday night?
Browns rookie quarterback Taylen Green will play on Thursday night against the Patriots, his first preseason action. He’ll follow Dillon Gabriel, who is slated to start the game.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe looked ahead to Thursday night’s preseason game and what they expect from Green.
What impact will this have on their 53-man roster decision? Will he force his way onto the ro
Can Deshaun Watson deliver now that he’s the Browns’ starter?
Browns head coach Todd Monken named Deshaun Watson his starting quarterback on Monday, a move that certainly isn’t popular with the fan base, but one Monken believes gives him the best chance to win.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about Monken’s choice on the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They start by getting into the decision itself, including why Mo
How do the Browns move forward with Deshaun Watson?
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson shared some strong thoughts on Saturday about fans booing him. The things he said raise enough question marks that it could impact the decision Todd Monken makes regarding his starting quarterback.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about Watson’s postgame remarks on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They dig into what Watson had to say and what
Recapping the Browns-Bills joint practice: The quarterbacks, depth problems and the defense
The Browns and Bills held their long-awaited joint practice on Thursday. There were no fights, but the quarterback competition took its next big step and we broke it all down on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started their joint practice recap by talking about the quarterback competition and where it stands after going against the Bills.
Did anyth
The Browns-Bills joint practice is here; what will we learn about the QBs and everyone else?
The Browns welcome the Bills to town on Thursday for a joint practice and it’s the next inflection point in the quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing the expectations for both quarterbacks in this practice.
Can Sanders turn the tide? Is Todd Monke
Is Todd Monken setting the right tone in Browns training camp?
Browns training camp looks very different this year, with longer, more physical practices. We’ve seen a couple of fights and Tuesday’s practice was brought to an end by Monken after things got a little too physical.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped Day 15 of training camp on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, and they started with a series of incidents that caused Monken to e
Is Deshaun Watson the clear favorite to start for the Browns? + Za'Darius Smith visits Atlanta
The Browns head into a very important week of training camp this week, with four practices, including a joint practice with the Bills on Thursday. It means the quarterback battle shifts into high gear, with Shedeur Sanders slated to start Saturday’s preseason game against Buffalo.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about the week ahead on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast,
Where does the Browns QB battle stand after the first preseason game? + KC Concepcion shines and defensive depth tested
The Browns lost to the Bears in their preseason opener on Saturday, but what about the quarterbacks?
Our postgame Orange and Brown Talk podcast dug into what we saw from Deshaun Watson, who started the game, and Shedeur Sanders, who played the third quarter and the beginning of the fourth quarter.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe broke down what they saw from the quarterbacks and
What we’re watching in the Browns’ preseason opener against the Bears
The Browns hit the road for their first preseason game this Saturday. They will take on the Bears in Chicago.
Deshaun Watson will start the game and play the first half while Shedeur Sanders will play the third qurater.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe preview Saturday’s game by going over what they’re watching on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They discuss the young receivers a
Deshaun Watson will start the first preseason game; does he have the inside track to win the job?
Browns head coach Todd Monken has chosen Deshaun Watson as his starter for the preseason opener in Chicago. Watson is expected to play the entire first half and Shedeur Sanders will play the third quarter.
Sanders will start next Saturday against the Bills at Huntington Bank Field.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe reacted to Monken’s decision on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast and
Todd Monken does things his way and the Browns release a depth chart
Browns head coach Todd Monken had to take some ownership in front of his team for his reaction to a slew of penalties that ended Monday’s practice. It was another window into Monken’s approach as a head coach and how he does things.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped Day 12 of training camp on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast starting with how Monken is handling his first time
Shedeur Sanders back with the first team + Spencer Fano and Denzel Boston promoted: Day 11 recap
Browns head coach pumped the brakes on Monday on people reading too much into his decision to give Deshaun Watson the first-team reps on Saturday, even after saying Shedeur Sanders would get them. He reiterated this quarterback competition is still on and Sanders was back taking first-team reps on Monday.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started their Day 11 recap edition of the Orang
The quarterbacks, left tackle and the other stories that matter after 10 days of training camp
Saturday brought another surprise in the Browns quarterback battle as Deshaun Watson took all of the first-team reps. It came after head coach Todd Monken said less than 45 minutes before practice that Shedeur Sanders would get first-team reps.
That’s where Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start on their Day 10 Orange and Brown Talk recap podcast. What does it mean and how did Monken
Bonus quick pod: Browns quarterbacks put good and bad on display at Browns camp
The Browns moved indoors for the first time for Day 9 of training camp. It gave us an up-close look at offense and the passing game and they were able to run a lot of plays, allowing Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson both to take plenty of shots.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the day in Berea by discussing what they saw from the quarterbacks, including Sanders, Watson and
Shedeur Sanders’ task, the LT competition and Todd Monken moments: Hey, Mary Kay!
Day 8 of Browns training camp brought the final day of installation and it also brought our first Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe took what was a mostly uneventful practice day as an opportunity to answer questions from our Football Insider subscribers.
They start by answering a question about what Shedeur Sanders needs to do to beat out
Deshaun Watson bounces back + Dawand Jones at left tackle?
Day 7 of Browns training camp brought more developments in the quarterback competition. This time, it was Deshaun Watson making a push with what was easily his strongest day.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the entire day on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, starting with the day Watson had and why it matters in this competition.
Then they turn their attention to left tack
Shedeur Sanders has a good day leading the first-team offense, even if it was sloppy
Browns training camp Day 6 brought more of the same in the quarterback competition and Shedeur Sanders, working with the first team, was the better quarterback on another sluggish day for the offense.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the day on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They talked about what they saw from each quarterback and why it feels like Sanders has the edge
Should Todd Monken change up his quarterback rotation? + Defense shines on first day in pads
Browns head coach Todd Monken has stuck to the script so far, alternating Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders with the first team in the ongoing quarterback competition. It has made for some sloppy days, including Monday, the first padded practice of training camp.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the day on Monday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast, and they wondered if it might
Where does the Browns quarterback battle stand after four days?
The Browns quarterback competition rolled on Saturday during Day 4 of training camp, and Shedeur Sanders had his best day. He did throw his first interception, but he was clearly the better quarterback of the two, which isn’t insignificant given he was working with the first-team offense against the first-team defense.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the day at training camp
Are Browns expectations fair for 2026 and where does the QB battle stand after three days?
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and managing partner JW Johnson addressed the media on Friday for their annual training camp press conference. It gave them a chance to reset things as they head into a 2026 season full of expectations but also question marks.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped what Haslam and Johnson had to say on the Friday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcas
Deion Sanders arrives, the defense shines and the Browns are making young players earn it: Day 2 training camp recap
The Browns were back on the practice field for Day 2 of training camp on Thursday and they had a visitor. Deion Sanders, father of quarterback Shedeur Sanders, was in attendance to watch his son take the first-team reps in the quarterback competition.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start their Day 2 recap edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing Sanders’ presence a
Quarterbacks, extensions and Jadeveon Clowney: Recapping Day 1 of Browns training camp
The Browns held their first training camp practice on Wednesday amidst an eventful couple of days off the field.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe broke it all down on a Wednesday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They start with what they saw from Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders and what it means as this quarterback competition heats up into the summer.
Then they turn
What do Todd Monken, Jared Verse and the quarterbacks need to accomplish in Browns training camp?
The Browns open training camp on Wednesday with their first full-squad practice. This is a team in transition and with an ongoing quarterback battle and it should make for an interesting summer.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe previewed training camp on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by going over the tasks ahead for some key members of the franchise.
They start with Todd Monken,
Why Todd Monken’s Browns QB decision could take longer than expected: Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns open training camp this week, but that doesn’t mean a resolution at quarterback is coming anytime soon.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe are back for a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast and the first question they answer is all about the timing of Todd Monken’s decision at starting quarterback.
Mary Kay and Dan try to decide when Monken might make his decision an
How Todd Monken is making his mark on the Browns
The Browns’ decision to hire Todd Monken turned heads, but the early returns on Monken, at least through the offseason program, have been strong.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe continue their pre-training camp series on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by digging into Monken’s hire and their first impressions of the Browns new coach.
Has Monken managed to change the narrative on h
How the Browns rebuilt their offensive line this offseason
Browns GM Andrew Berry had one big job this offseason and, at least on paper, he got it done.
Berry set out to remake his team’s offensive line and through trades, free agency and the draft, he managed to put together what should be a group that can protect his quarterback and open holes in the run game.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe went through Berry’s remake of the line on the Orange and Brown
How Jared Verse and the Browns will keep the pass rush going without Myles Garrett
We know one thing about the Browns pass rush without Myles Garrett: It will look different.
How different?
That’s the question Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe try to answer on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast ahead of the opening of training camp.
They dig into how Verse will still give the Browns a high-level pass rusher, even if he’s a different type of rusher than Garret
Who are the best non-QBs in the 2027 NFL Draft?
Last week, the Orange and Brown Talk podcast told Browns fans which quarterbacks they should know in the 2027 NFL Draft.
This week, we’re telling you about the non-quarterbacks you need to know in this year’s draft.
No. 1 on the board might feel obvious, but our draft expert, Tim Bielik, and film analyst, Lance Reisland, go deeper than just Jeremiah Smith at the top of the board.
Tim and Lance
How the Browns have changed their wide receiver room and who is fighting to stick around
The Browns made a big splash this season when they drafted wide receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston on the first two days of the NFL Draft.
Remaking the pass-catching corps has been a priority the last two drafts and Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe look at the state of things on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They talk about the immediate impact that rookies KC Concepcion and Denze
Expectations for the Browns’ second-year stars
The 2026 Browns draft class brings a bunch of new toys for the new coaching staff to use this season. But it’s the 2025 draft class that is the meat and potatoes of this Browns roster.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe looked at the Browns’ Year 2 emerging stars on the latest Orange and Brown Talk podast.
They go through each pick from the 2025 class and talk expectations in their second year.
Will
Who are the quarterbacks Browns fans should know in the 2027 NFL Draft?
Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders will get this season to try to prove they can be the Browns’ quarterback of the future.
If neither quarterback does it, the Browns will be in the mix once again to draft a quarterback.
Tim Bielik, Lance Reisland and Dan Labbe used the July run-up to training camp to look well into the future and preview the 2027 NFL Draft class at quarterback on the Orange and
How Deshaun Watson can win the Browns quarterback job
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is trying to revive his career in 2026 and is competing with Shedeur Sanders for the starting job.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe dove into what Watson needs to do to win the job as we continue our July series on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast getting you ready for training camp.
Monday, they talked about Sanders. Today, it’s Watson.
How can Watson differentia
How Shedeur Sanders can win the Browns quarterback job
The Browns quarterback competition will stretch into training camp, and that’s where Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start our July podcast series.
On this edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay and Dan talk Shedeur Sanders and what he needs to do to beat out Deshaun Watson for the starting job.
They discuss how he appeared to close the gap during mandatory minicamp and if he can co
One thought about every position on the Browns roster
The offseason program gave us a chance to get a first look at the Browns roster and how players and positions will be utilized under this new coaching staff.
Lance Reisland joined Dan Labbe on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast to go through the roster position-by-position and come up with one sentence, word or thought about each position.
They start at running back, work their forward on offense
How we’re evaluating the Browns’ QB battle
The Browns quarterback battle will carry on into training camp and cleveland.com film analyst Lance Reisland joined Dan Labbe on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast to talk about how he evaluates the quarterbacks.
Lance and Dan talk about how they judge the quarterbacks during practice and the things that influence how they watch Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson.
They also discuss how every mist
How does the Myles Garrett trade change the Browns defense?
The Browns are about a month removed from trading Myles Garrett to the Rams. On the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Lance Reisland and Dan Labbe answer questions from Football Insider subscribers about how the Garrett trade changes the way the Browns will play on the defensive side of the ball.
Lance and Dan discuss what Jared Verse will bring to the roster and how the trade
Best rookie, over/under 7 wins, 1,000-yard receivers and more Browns questions
Who will be the Browns’ best rookie in 2026? Will they win more than seven games? Who will start at quarterback in Week 15?
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe tackled a series of fill-in-the-blank, true or false questions and other scenarios on the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They each pick which rookie will stand out the most from the 2026 NFL Draft class. Then they weigh whe
Browns free agents: Who could get extended beyond 2026 and who could be out?
It’s never too early to look ahead to next year’s Browns free agent class. That’s exactly what Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe did on the latest episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They started on the defensive side of the ball and discussed the futures of safeties Grant Delpit and Ronnie Hickman. How does drafting Emmanuel McNeil-Warren impact them?
Then they talk about a player who isn’
Brendan Sorsby, Shedeur Sanders rumors and Deshaun Watson’s status
The NFL informed former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby on Tuesday that it will not hold a supplemental draft. That means that, at least for now, Sorsby will have to wait until the 2027 NFL Draft to enter the league.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start the latest Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing the Sorsby situation and how it does or doesn’t impact the Browns.
They also talk abo
Could the Browns actually surprise everyone this year? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns remade their wide receiver room this offseason, adding two high draft picks to the mix in KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston.
On this Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe talk wide receivers and drops, as one of the questions asks if fans should be concerned about Jerry Jeudy’s drop issues and Concepcion’s drop issues.
Then they talk a
Life without Myles Garrett is here; how will the Browns manage?
Life without Myles Garrett is fully underway for the Browns after they traded their star edge rusher to the Rams in exchange for Jared Verse and draft picks.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe started the latest edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by answering a question from a Football Insider subscriber about the vibes around Garrett. What changes now that he’s gone?
They al
Browns offseason awards: Best rookie, most improved and who won the spring?
The Browns offseason program was largely a success, even without Todd Monken naming a starting quarterback ahead of training camp.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe used Wednesday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast to hand out awards for the offseason program.
They start with the best rookie, picking between the two wide receivers who stood out.
Then they name a best veteran, the return
Should the Browns make a bid for Brendan Sorsby?
Former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is applying to enter the NFL’s supplemental draft. That means the Browns and every other team in the NFL has to decide if they want to bid on Sorsby.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dive into whether the Browns should throw their hat in the ring for Sorsby on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They talk about head coach Todd Monken’s comm
What if the Browns QB race is too close to call? Hey, Mary Kay!
The Browns wrapped up their offseason program last week. We’re recapping it with a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe answer questions from Football Insider subscribers about the offseason program, starting with head coach Todd Monken’s old school approach. Will it be exactly what the Browns need?
They also get into the statuses of some of t
Is it a good sign or bad sign that Todd Monken hasn’t named a Browns starting QB?
Browns minicamp and the team’s offseason program is over, but the quarterback battle is not. Head coach Todd Monken, as expected, declined to name a starter at the conclusion of the three practices on Thursday.
Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped mandatory minicamp on this edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
They ask if it’s a good or bad sign that Monken didn’t name
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