Browns Film Breakdown

On your Tuesday edition of Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Brad break down the somewhat surprising hire of Mike Rutenberg as defensive coordinator. Some details on why the move makes more sense than it first appeared once you dig deeper into Rutenberg’s background. This includes some Wide-9 history, why coverage types matter, and and what personnel and schematic changes may be on the horizon. Then...

On your Monday edition of Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Brad break down the latest developments surrounding the Browns’ defensive coordinator search, as the process appears to be narrowing to three finalists. Two of those candidates reportedly met face-to-face with the organization over the weekend, signaling that a decision could be approaching. Then they continue their offseason position revie...

Today’s show starts with some quick-hitting topics both around the Browns and the rest of the NFL. Then Jake and Brad transition into continuing the position analysis by digging into the running back room. A room that has talent but needs to solve usage and health. They continue the focus on three review subjects: Grade each player’s performance from 2025 with context. Focus growth areas for the n...

The time has come. With the head coaching search over and the staff decisions pushing toward the finish line, there’s no better time than now to review performances from 2025 and look ahead to the situation in each position room for 2026. Today Jake and Brad begin with the consistently controversial quarterback room. Which might be more controversial than ever. They start the show by focusing on t...

On your Wednesday edition of Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Brad discuss recent coaching developments, including the hiring of Byron Storer as special teams coach, the decision to retain Duce Staley as running backs coach, the latest rumors surrounding the defensive coordinator position and more... Then the show transitions to Jake’s Tuesday appearance on Cleveland Browns Daily. Unlock the daily...

On your Tuesday edition of Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Brad revisit the Cleveland career of David Njoku following his goodbye letter to the city. They break down his best moments, where he stands among the best from the franchise, how he stacks up against other from the 2017 NFL Draft, and more. Then they break down the Browns’ defensive coordinator interview requests that surfaced Monday, exa...

The Seahawks handled the Patriots out West and Jake and Brad have instant reaction to the moments that mattered in Super Bowl LX. They apply the lessons from the game to future versions of the Browns and more. The Browns also interviewed the two internal candidates so we discuss that and then how the NFL schedule will quickly pick up pace in the second week of February. Unlock the daily FULL and A...

On your weekend edition of Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Brad break down the latest news from around the league as Super Bowl Sunday approaches. They discuss Jim Schwartz’s resignation from the Browns and what it means for Cleveland as the team officially begins its search for a new defensive coordinator. The guys rehash the candidates expected to draw interest, examine a few names linked to the...

On your Friday edition of Browns Film Breakdown , Jake joins Brad and Casey on All Eyez on Cleveland Live to break down the week that was for the Browns. The guys discuss their biggest takeaways from the latest press conference, the timeline for hiring a defensive coordinator, and Cleveland’s most recent staff addition. From there, the conversation shifts to Super Bowl predictions, thoughts on the...

With the Browns till at an impasse with Jim Schwartz a week after Todd Monken’s hire, it would be wise to go over who is best suited to replace the position directing the defense. Jake and Brad analyze the two in-house options and then look at four candidates who have connections to Schwartz’ approach and a history coaching alongside him in various stops — while also discussing why some learning e...

On your Wednesday edition of Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Brad spend time breaking down Todd Monken’s introductory press conference in deep detail focusing on the quotes and moments that best revealed his leadership style, offensive priorities, and long-term vision, and what it signals about a philosophical shift in Cleveland. They also discuss the staff on the defensive side of the ball and th...

Brad and Peter pretend to have a real honest press conference as the Browns introduce their new head coach, Todd Monken. What would it be like if both the gathered media and the organization had a raw, challenging discussion about the hiring process, the state of the roster, and what the hell is going on with Jim Schwartz? There's always three sides to every story, so come enjoy some fake question...

On your Monday edition of Browns Film Breakdown, Jake and Brad break down every offensive coaching hire Todd Monken and the Browns have made so far, examining how each move fits into Monken's vision. They discuss how Monken is building his staff, what he’s prioritizing, and how it is coming together. The guys also react to videos from Monken in 2023 with Baltimore, highlighting his philosophy on e...

Todd Monken is now in Cleveland and there’s no better time to deep dive on the details of his time in Baltimore and Jake does so today with Ken McKusick of filmstudybaltimore.com . They discuss a slew of topics with him including: How the division rival is feeling about the hiring of Jessie Minter. If there was hope Monken and some of the staff would stick around. Details on what Monken changed of...

In your Friday episode of Browns FilmBreakdown, Jake and Brad break down what Todd Monken's hiring signals about the Browns' priorities. They examine why the Browns ultimately chose Monken and how the decision reshapes the organization's short- and long-term vision, especially regarding Jim Schwartz and the defense. How much of Cleveland's defensive identity was tied directly to Schwartz, and what...

The Browns surprised everyone early Wednesday by hiring Todd Monken as their next head coach. Jake and Brad go through initial reactions to the news, why Monken was hired over Jim Schwartz, what the fallout will be on defense, the outlook on staff surrounding him, and much more. Unlock the daily FULL and AD-FREE podcast each day by clicking the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsF...

The Browns went to Los Angeles today to interview Rams' Pass Game Coordinator Nate Scheelhaase and returned home without a deal. As all signs are now pointing to Jim Schwartz being the next head coach. Jake and Brad explore the fallout of the day with one candidate removing themselves, another not hired, and then where the Browns go from here with Schwartz if he is to the hire in the next 24 hours...

Jake and Brad have all the reactions to the Browns weekend filled with a secret interview, and where they are headed on Monday and whether it indicates the next head coach. They also discuss the timeline with the Browns decision-makers on the move and how these moving parts come together. Then they react to the outcomes of the Sunday Conference Championships with thoughts on if/how the Browns can...

Today’s show is all about the Dallas experience. Jake and Brad open with some banter on “Jerry World” down here in Frisco, Texas where the Shrine Bowl events are taking place and why the Browns version of this will WOW the fanbase someday. Then some notes on prospects who stood out on the first day of open practices. They close with thoughts on the reported process being used by the Browns to make...

Everyone has a hot take about why the Browns coaching search is already a completely failure and utter disaster. Peter and Brad sort through the piles of nonsense to analyze the process of the search to this point and what has them most excited about potentially hiring a young unproven coach. The guys also discuss the early reaction with Stefanski heading to Atlanta, the uncertain state of the Ste...

Today’s show starts with Jake and Brad's discussion on the perception around the Browns timeline as the coaching search pushes forward. There’s too much panic in a process where the Browns seem comfortable in their timeline. Then a quick update on another Myles Garrett award, Mel Kiper’s latest first round mock draft, and which position is the most appealing with the Browns first pick. Unlock the...

Jake and Brad host the Wednesday edition of Browns Film Breakdown and dive into the latest developments in the Browns’ head coaching search which focuses on the decision Mike McDaniel made to pull his name from the interview process on Wednesday and go call offense in Los Angeles. They break down what it means for the pace and direction of the search, why it's another thing that complicates the ti...

The NFL is now up to 10 coaching changes as the Bills decided to move on from Sean McDermott and throw a late wrench into the cycle. Jake and Brad discuss how this changes the pace of some hires that matter to the Browns and how it can impact the league as a whole with a premium job open and a new important candidate eligible to hire. Then they shift to discussing Browns wide receivers coach Chad...

Jake and Brad start your Monday BFB with a breakdown of the NFL’s four Divisional Round playoff games where we were reminded to take care of the football or life gets really hard in these tight battles. Then a quick update on the now confirmed second interviews set to take place in Berea this week with the six names we know, how the Rooney Rule now impacts the hiring timeline in a firm way, and wh...

Today’s show Jake and Brad spend time discussing the growing noise the Browns will hire Jim Schwartz following his second interview. They discuss the reasons why the Browns might go that way, why it can work, why it may fail, and more. Then some banter on Grant Udinski’s interview today and the hurdles to be climbed if they go that route. Then they close with their picks of the NFL’s four Division...