BIGPLAY Cleveland

The Browns are winning—but how much more do they need from Deshaun Watson?Former Browns quarterback Garrett Gilbert joins Jack O’Rourke and Ryan Tyler to discuss Watson’s performance, the pressure inside an NFL quarterback room and what Todd Monken can do to get Cleveland’s offense going. How should fans balance late-game heroics against the struggles that came before them?Then, former Browns defensive lineman Phil Taylor joins the conversation as Cleveland prepares for Tennessee. Can the defense keep carrying the load, and what would a complete Browns performance look like?Plus...

The Guardians’ season is over—but should Cleveland be celebrating the progress or demanding more?Bruce Drennan and Matt Fontana debate what this postseason revealed about the Guardians. Bruce sees a bright future built around Cleveland’s young talent, while Ryan challenges whether optimism should excuse another October ending short of the World Series. How much blame belongs to Stephen Vogt? Did ownership give this team enough support? And what must change to turn a promising core into a championship team?Then, the Browns are atop the AFC North after beating Baltimore—but how much confiden...

Does winning make Deshaun Watson unbenchable? Matt Fontana and Ryan Tyler debate whether Todd Monken should consider a quarterback change even while the Browns keep winning—and how long Cleveland can sustain this formula. Plus, Matt makes his case for pursuing Jonathan Taylor, and we examine potential Browns targets in Field Yates’ early 2027 NFL mock draft.With the Guardians’ season ending in the ALCS, was this year a success or a missed opportunity? We play “stay or go” with Stephen Vogt, Tanner Bibee, Jo Adell, Nathaniel Lowe and Foster Griffin, debating what Cleveland should keep—and what needs to cha...

How good could the Browns be if their offense caught up to their defense? Jack O’Rourke, Max Loeb and Chef Zae debate whether Deshaun Watson is playing too cautiously, what Todd Monken needs to change and how far Cleveland’s defense can carry this team. Hear from Monken, Watson and Carson Schwesinger as the crew weighs patience against the opportunity in front of the Browns.Plus, the Guardians’ season ends against Tampa Bay. Was this October a success—or a missed World Series opportunity? The panel reacts to the ALCS exit, debates Stephen Vogt’s responsibility and discus...

The Browns keep finding ways to win—but how long can the defense carry the offense? Meanwhile, the Guardians are fighting to keep their World Series hopes alive.Hanford Dixon joins Jack O’Rourke and Chris McNeil to react to Cleveland’s win over Baltimore, explain why players are buying into Todd Monken, and celebrate Carson Schwesinger’s impact. The Top Dawg gives Deshaun Watson and Jerry Jeudy credit for delivering when it mattered—but Chris challenges whether the offense is doing enough.Then Jensen Lewis breaks down the Guardians’ Game 6 pitching plan against Tampa Bay, includi...

The Guardians are two wins from the World Series—but is hoping for a trip to the Fall Classic still aiming too low? Ryan Tyler, Jack O’Rourke and Chris McNeil react to Petey Halpin’s heroics, Gavin Williams’ dominance and Cleveland’s growing October confidence. Jensen Lewis joins to break down the pitching decisions ahead, Shawn Armstrong opening Game 4 and what the Guardians need offensively to finish the job against Tampa Bay.Then, it’s Browns–Ravens: Was the Jets loss one bad Sunday or a warning sign? Can Deshaun Watson afford another rough game without losing the goo...

Can the Guardians take control of the ALCS at home—and how much patience does Deshaun Watson have left?Matt Fontana and Ryan Tyler react to Cleveland’s Game 2 loss to Tampa Bay and discuss what needs to change as the series returns to Cleveland tied 1–1. With three straight games at home, can the Guardians’ offense give their pitching staff enough support?Then, the conversation turns to the Browns: Can Watson afford another bad game? Is Jerry Jeudy’s future in Cleveland in question? And what should fans make of Shedeur Sanders hiring his first NFL agent...

The Guardians are three wins from the World Series—but did the Browns give Cleveland a reality check?Jack O’Rourke, Chef Zae and Max Loeb break down the Guardians’ 7–3 win over Tampa Bay in ALCS Game 1, José Ramírez’s postseason surge, Nathaniel Lowe’s clutch hit and the pitching staff keeping Cleveland in control.Then it’s back to the Browns: Were they exposed against the Jets? The crew tackles Isaiah Bond’s drops, the receiver depth around Deshaun Watson, the struggling running game and Minkah Fitzpatrick’s hit on KC Concepcion. Should Cleveland have pursu...

Did Browns fans buy in too soon? Jack O’Rourke and Chris McNeil unpack Cleveland’s 17–12 loss to the Jets with Hanford Dixon, who joins the conversation on accountability, confidence in Todd Monken and how a locker room responds after a game slips away. Plus, Minkah Fitzpatrick’s hit on KC Concepcion—and what players need to hear from their head coach afterward.Jensen Lewis shifts the focus to October baseball, breaking down the Guardians’ comeback against the White Sox and their ALCS matchup with Tampa Bay. From José Ramírez and Gavin Williams delivering in Game 5 to Foster Grif...

The Guardians have Cleveland believing—but can they finish the comeback? Jack O’Rourke, Ryan Tyler and Chris McNeil break down the playoff roller coaster, with Jensen Lewis joining to discuss what it will take for the Guards to keep their season alive.Plus, is it finally safe to enjoy the Browns again? We debate whether Deshaun Watson and Todd Monken have earned Cleveland’s trust, what’s changed about watching this team, and how much past disappointment is keeping fans from embracing the moment. Sam Amico also joins for Cavaliers talk as basketball season approaches.Follow...

The Guardians are alive—and suddenly, a comeback doesn’t feel so far-fetched. Can Cleveland bring this series home and make the White Sox regret letting them survive?Bruce Drennan, Matt Fontana and Ryan Tyler react to the Guardians’ 9–3 Game 3 win, with José Ramírez and Jo Adell helping the offense finally break through. We debate what changed, what still worries us and whether Cleveland can turn one big response into a series comeback.Then it’s Browns–Jets. Can Deshaun Watson and Todd Monken keep Cleveland’s winning streak going? With the Browns starting 3–1, we discuss how muc...

The Guardians’ season is on the line. Can Cleveland’s bats finally show up before it’s too late?Matt Fontana and Ryan Tyler preview the Guardians’ win-or-go-home Game 3 against the White Sox, digging into the struggling offense, Stephen Vogt’s decisions and what has to change to force another game. Guardians on SI beat reporter Cade Cracas joins the conversation to assess Cleveland’s chances of keeping October alive.Then, a Browns question that would have sounded outrageous a few weeks ago: should Cleveland even consider extending Deshaun Watson? Matt and Ryan debate what he would nee...

Deshaun Watson is giving Browns fans reasons to believe. But would moving on from Shedeur Sanders now become a decision Cleveland regrets?Jack O’Rourke, Chef Zae and Max Loeb debate what Watson has actually proved, how much credit Todd Monken deserves and whether the Browns should even entertain trading Shedeur. Plus, Joe Thomas’ assessment of Watson and Jared Verse sparks a conversation about what the numbers reveal—and what they miss.Former Browns defensive lineman Phil Taylor joins the conversation to talk about earning teammates’ trust, the coaches players believe in and what it’s like pla...

The Browns are 3–1. So why does believing in them still feel dangerous?Jack O’Rourke and Ryan Tyler welcome Hanford Dixon to debate what Deshaun Watson has actually earned during Cleveland’s winning streak—and whether these Browns can become legitimate AFC North contenders. From the quarterback’s late-game execution to the defense’s ability to finish, what’s sustainable and what still needs fixing?Jensen Lewis joins to break down the Guardians’ response to a 3–0 loss in the ALDS opener against the White Sox. With Gavin Williams getting the ball in Game 2, Jensen examines the offensive adju...

What if the Browns’ best season means Shedeur Sanders never gets a start?Matt Fontana and Ryan Tyler debate how much Deshaun Watson has earned with his late-game performances—and whether winning should take priority over finding out what Cleveland has in Sanders. Matt explains why Todd Monken is winning him over, while Ryan isn’t ready to rule out a Shedeur opportunity. Plus, Mason Graham’s impact, Harold Fannin Jr.’s emergence and the offensive penalties Cleveland can’t afford against Pittsburgh.Charlie Batch and Trai Essex join for a Browns–Steelers preview with plenty of riva...

The Browns are 2–1, the AFC North is wide open, and Thursday night against Pittsburgh could completely change the expectations in Cleveland.On today’s BIGPLAY Cleveland, Jack O’Rourke, Chef Zae and Max Loeb break down what the Browns still need to prove before we can seriously start talking playoffs. Is Deshaun Watson’s dominant fourth-quarter production a sign that he’s turning a corner, or does Cleveland’s inconsistent offense still leave too many questions? Plus, what does Todd Monken need to clean up, which Browns playmakers deserve bigger roles, and where can Cleveland attack Pittsburgh on Thursday...

What if this Browns season is about more than getting to next year?Cleveland is 2–1, and suddenly thinking bigger doesn’t feel quite so ridiculous. Hanford Dixon joins Jack O’Rourke, Chris McNeil and Chef Zae to discuss whether consecutive wins are a reason to raise expectations—and what it would take to turn this start into a playoff push.We break down Deshaun Watson’s late heroics against Carolina, Mason Graham’s impact, Harold Fannin Jr.’s two-touchdown performance and the credit Todd Monken deserves. With Pittsburgh next, can the Browns give Cleveland another reason to beli...

The Guardians are back in October. How greedy should Cleveland get?Jack O’Rourke, Chris McNeil, Ryan Tyler and Hanford Dixon celebrate the playoff clinch and debate what comes next. Would losing the division still feel like a letdown? How hard should Stephen Vogt push this weekend? And who should Cleveland trust with its biggest postseason innings?Then Hanford breaks down Browns–Panthers and whether Deshaun Watson can build on his Tampa performance to help Cleveland reach 2–1. The conversation covers Todd Monken’s next test, the struggling running game and how the defense should approach Bryce Yo...

Did we give up on the Browns too soon? A win over Carolina would put Cleveland at 2–1—and give fans a reason to rethink their expectations.Bruce Drennan and Matt Fontana debate whether the Browns can build on the Tampa win and put together another complete performance. Can Deshaun Watson deliver again? What does Todd Monken need to get right against Carolina? And would a winning record signal real progress—or cover up problems that still need fixing?The guys break down Cleveland’s path to victory, what could derail it and how much another win shou...

The Browns won. Deshaun Watson delivered. Matt Fontana still isn’t buying the comeback.Matt and Ryan Tyler debate how much Cleveland’s win in Tampa should change anyone’s opinion of Watson. Was Sunday something he can build on, or are Browns fans letting one good performance erase too many concerns? What would it take to turn Matt’s skepticism into confidence?Todd Monken gets his credit, too, as the guys discuss the second-half adjustments that helped Cleveland turn the game around—and how to divide the praise between the quarterback and his coach.Plus...