Orange and Brown Talk: Cleveland Browns Podcast

The Browns are back at training camp and practiced for the first time on Wednesday. It marks the real start to the team's four-man quarterback competition and it was mostly status quo during the first practice. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe recapped the opening practice of training camp on Wednesday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They started by talking about what they saw from th...

The Browns practice for the first time on Wednesday as they open their training camp and they are flying under the radar in a way they haven't the past few years. It's fair to say, in fact, maybe people aren't super excited about this camp. So what should they get excited about? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe dive into some things fans can get excited about on Tuesday's Orange and Br...

The Browns are opening training camp this week, but first they are dealing with Quinshon Judkins' arrest. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe start a Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast by discussing the latest regarding the team's rookie running back and what to expect with camp opening. Then they turn their attention to the four-way quarterback competition that is really getting...

The Browns quarterback battle will swing back into action with the opening of training camp soon and it won't take long to sort out who will ultimately win the job. Fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders seems like a long shot to start Week 1, but is there a scenario where it could happen? What would it ultimately look like? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe are going through each quarterback...

The Browns quarterback battle will swing back into action with the opening of training camp soon and it won't take long to sort out who will ultimately win the job. Dillon Gabriel was a surprise third-round pick by the Browns, but his selection indicates they believe in him and have high hopes for him to compete. Will he prove them right? Will his size be an issue? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe con...

The Browns quarterback battle will swing back into action with the opening of training camp soon and it won't take long to sort out who will ultimately win the job. Kenny Pickett is a former first-round pick and he represented the first move the Browns made this offseason, acquiring from the Eagles in a trade. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe continue our series going through each quarterback in the c...

The Browns quarterback battle will swing back into action with the opening of training camp soon and it won't take long to sort out who will ultimately win the job. Joe Flacco saved the Browns' season in 2023 and is back in 2025. What does he need to do to win the job? What will it look like if he does? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe are going through each quarterback in the competit...

We're still talking NFL Draft on this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Tim Bielik, Lance Reisland and Dan Labbe move away from the quarterbacks and look at other players Browns fans should get to know with two first-round picks next year. They discuss a transitioning offensive line before the conversation shifts to wide receivers. They also explore defensive prospects, including Ohio...

We're starting draft prep on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Tim Bielik, Lance Reisland and Dan Labbe dig into the upcoming NFL draft, focusing first on the quarterback prospects for the 2026 class. They discuss various players, including LaNorris Sellers, Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik and others. The conversation highlights the importance of physical tools, production, and the ability to per...

In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Dan Labbe and Lance Reisland delve into various aspects of football strategy, focusing mostly on the defensive side of the ball. They start by discussing the importance of choosing between the best available talent versus scheme fit during the draft, Jim Schwartz's defensive philosophy group-by-group, the roles of defensive linemen, linebackers...

In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Dan Labbe and Lance Reisland delve into the intricacies of football strategy and the Browns. They discuss the struggles of the Browns' offensive line, the importance of identity and the nuances of pass protection. The conversation also covers Kevin Stefanski's run scheme, personnel groupings and the impact of quarterback height on performance....

In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Dan Labbe and Lance Reisland recap the Browns' offseason program, focusing first on quarterback evaluations, defensive line insights and more. They analyze the performances of rookie quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, the potential of the defensive line with the addition of Mason Graham and the concerns surrounding the receiving c...

In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discuss Diontae Johnson's recent appearance on a podcast, where he reflected on his tumultuous past year in the NFL. They explore the implications of his admission of humility, the red flags in his behavior with previous teams, and the opportunities that lie ahead with the Browns. The conversation also touches on th...

In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discuss players for the Browns who have things to prove in the upcoming season. They talk about the futures of players like Greg Newsome II and Martin Emerson Jr., both of whom are in contract years. The conversation also covers Dawand Jones’ transition to left tackle, a decision on whether or not to extend David Nj...

In this episode of the Orange Brown Talk podcast, Dan Labbe and Mary Kay Cabot discuss the Browns' formula for winning this season. They focus on the importance of turnovers, the need for a strong running game and the potential of the defense. They discuss the significance of playing clean football and the impact of young players stepping up on the defensive side of the ball. Takeaways The Browns...

In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Dan Labbe and Mary Kay Cabot discuss the Browns' quarterback situation, focusing on the potential for a new starter in 2026, the implications of having a left-handed quarterback and the media attention surrounding Shedeur Sanders. This Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the podcast also addresses preseason strategies under Kevin Stefanski and the dynami...

Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders has had two speeding stops twice recently and it has made headlines. Are we making too big a deal of this or is this something that could impact the team's quarterback competition? Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talk about why these recent incidents do matter and if there's anything to read into this as far as how far Sanders still needs to g...

In this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe discuss key questions surrounding the Browns as they approach training camp. The conversation centers on Myles Garrett's leadership and expectations, the challenges faced by Dawand Jones in establishing himself at left tackle and the future of Andrew Berry’s draft picks and who, among them, is facing...

Browns minicamp offered us a continued look at the Browns offense under head coach Kevin Stefanski and new offensive coordinator Tommy Rees and it's one of the things we're looking back on during Tuesday's Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe took the opportunity to look at some of the non-quarterback takeaways from last week's mandatory minicamp and the offs...

The Browns are in the midst of a 4-man quarterback battle, but even after they pick the winner, could they still have all four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster? Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe discuss that possibility on Monday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. They talk about why it could happen and how it would look to keep all four on the roster. Then they answer ques...

The Browns wrapped up three days of mandatory minicamp on Thursday and, as has been the case all spring, the four quarterbacks were the center of attention. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe reset the quarterback competition on Thursday after watching the final practice. Is Kenny Pickett the frontrunner to start? What about Joe Flacco and his chance to win the job? Where does Dillon Gab...

The Browns are giving wide receiver Diontae Johnson a chance to revive his career after a 2024 season that saw the former Pro Bowler bounce around, unable to stick with a team. Johnson spoke for the first time since signing with the Browns on Wednesday and Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe reacted to it on Wednesday's minicamp recap podcast. They also talked about Shedeur Sanders gettin...

The Browns held their first practice of mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, the first of three days in a row before they take their break leading into training camp. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe talked about what they saw and heard during practice and at the press conferences after when they heard from Myles Garrett, Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel. They discuss what Garrett had to s...

Browns fans will have to watch Nick Chubb wear a different uniform this season as he is visiting and expected to sign with the Texans. Our Football Insider subscribers had plenty of questions about Chubb and his departure on Monday's Hey, Mary Kay! edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Mary Kay Cabot and Dan Labbe talk Chubb and if this could end up being a win-win for him and for the Brow...

Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz believes Myles Garrett will have his best season ever -- and needs to after his massive contract extension over offseason. Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe start with expectations for Garrett on Thursday’s Orange and Brown Talk podcast and what a best ever season looks like for a former Defensive Player of the Year. They talk about Dawand Jones...