BIGPLAY Cleveland

70:41

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 10/12/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/10/12

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

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86:08

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 10/09/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/10/09

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

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73:07

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 10/08/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/10/08

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

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86:24

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 10/07/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/10/07

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

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75:26

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 10/06/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/10/06

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

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67:40

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 10/05/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/10/05

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

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91:50

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/30/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/30

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

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87:05

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/29/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/29

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

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84:54

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/28/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/28

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

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71:39

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/25/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/25

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

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66:23

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/24/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/24

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,

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82:12

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/23/36

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/23

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

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86:41

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/22/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/22

How much patience did Deshaun Watson earn with one win?Jack O’Rourke, Chef Zae and Ryan Tyler debate what Watson’s comeback against Tampa Bay actually changes. Did he earn room to work through a bad game—or would another rough Sunday put Shedeur Sanders right back at the center of Cleveland’s quarterback conversation?Former Browns defensive lineman Phil Taylor joins to examine what earns trust inside a locker room, the defense’s response against the Buccaneers and Mason Graham’s impact up front. We

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81:57

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/21/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/21

Are you buying Deshaun Watson’s comeback—or do you need to see it again?After Watson helped the Browns beat Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers, Hanford Dixon joins BIGPLAY Cleveland to discuss what the performance actually changes. Did Watson earn back trust? Where does that leave Shedeur Sanders? And what did Cleveland’s defense do differently to finish the job?We also unpack Todd Monken’s fiery response to the Browns’ critics and debate how much confidence one win should restore.Then Jensen Lewis

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87:34

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/18/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/18

How much influence did Jimmy Haslam have in the Browns’ decision to start Deshaun Watson?Bruce Drennan said on BIGPLAY Cleveland that a source inside the organization told him Haslam had a “BIG say so” in the decision. We’re discussing what that report could mean for Todd Monken’s authority, Shedeur Sanders’ opportunity and Cleveland’s next quarterback decision. Bruce’s account is a sourced claim—not independent confirmation that ownership dictated the outcome.Former Browns quarterback Garrett

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63:39

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/17/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/17

The Guardians have taken first place. Now comes the hard part: keeping it.Petey Halpin’s three-run homer helped Cleveland beat the White Sox 6–3 and move atop the AL Central. After back-to-back dramatic wins over Chicago, are the Guardians ready to take control of this division—or is the toughest stretch still ahead?Today on BIGPLAY Cleveland, we’re breaking down Halpin’s huge moment, the confidence building around this team, and what Cleveland needs to do to finish the job. Who do you trust most

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90:25

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/15/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/15

The Deshaun Watson debate isn’t going anywhere in Cleveland.Todd Monken is sticking with Watson for Week 2 against Tampa Bay, but after an ugly season opener, how much longer can the Browns afford to wait?Jack O’Rourke, Chef Zae and Max Loeb debate Watson’s future, when Shedeur Sanders should get his opportunity, and whether Cleveland’s problems go deeper than quarterback.Then, former Browns defensive lineman Phil Taylor joins the show to give the player’s perspective on Watson, the Browns locker

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79:00

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/14/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/14

The quarterback debate is back in Cleveland — but would a change at quarterback actually fix what went wrong for the Browns?Jack O’Rourke and Ryan Tyler are joined by Browns legend Hanford Dixon to break down Deshaun Watson, Cleveland’s defensive breakdowns, Todd Monken’s responsibility, and what needs to change moving forward.Then, Jensen Lewis joins the show with first place in the AL Central on the line as the Guardians battle Chicago.And Tyler Danburg breaks down Ohio State’s collapse at Texas —

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101:17

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/11/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/11

On today’s BIGPLAY Cleveland, we’re going ALL BROWNS ahead of Sunday’s matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars.We react to Myles Garrett’s rough Rams debut and debate whether Browns fans should be rooting against Los Angeles after the blockbuster trade. Then, we turn our attention to Jacksonville: What does Deshaun Watson need to show? How should Cleveland protect rookie Spencer Fano against Josh Hines-Allen? And can the Browns defense contain Trevor Lawrence?Plus, the crew puts its Browns-Jaguars

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62:06

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 09/10/26

BIGPLAY Cleveland ·

2026/09/10

Bruce Drennan and Matt Fontana preview the Cleveland Browns’ Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars and discuss what they expect to see from Cleveland in the season opener. Plus, the Guardians continue their push for a playoff spot, and the Buckeyes gear up for their massive showdown against Texas.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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