Burning River Sportscast: A Cleveland Browns Podcast

It's time! Time for the Burning River Sportscast presented by Tap In Media! This is a podcast for the most die hard Cleveland Browns fans and casual fans alike! With Kenny Thunder and Red Hot Ronnie Jams on the main mics and the Big Bone Man on the board and keeping the boys in check when necessary, they bring the fire and talk about the Browns like we all do: with passion, anger, despair, joy, and confusion! They even dabble in Cavaliers and Guardians news. So let them crank up the heat because its time to burn! #Browns #DawgPound #ForTheLand #LetEmKnow #BurningRiverSportscast #TapInMedia

  1. 2d ago

    BRS 172 - Week 8 Preview: Pepperidge Farm Remembers

    The Cleveland Browns are 5-2 and leading the AFC North after a 27-24 cardiac win over the Titans. In this episode, Kenny Thunder, Ronnie Jams, and The Bone Man break down Deshaun Watson's first 300-yard passing game in Cleveland, heavily carried by 202 yards after the catch from his explosive playmakers. The guys also chat with Dave, President of the Charleston, West Virginia Brownsbackers, who calls in to discuss their chapter, share his custom "Rebuilding Since 1964" gear, and banish any talk of Johnny Manziel. Episode Highlights: ☎️ Hot Take Hotline: The Hotline gets wild with a claim that the offense only scores when Watson’s internal "sphincter tightness meter" reaches maximum compression.  Dawg of the Week: Rookie KC Concepcion wins the fan vote after racking up 8 catches and 129 yards straight off a concussion scare. Roster Moves: Maliek Collins locks down a two-year extension, while Dillon Gabriel is activated off IR, sparking a debate over project QB Taylen Green. King of the North Panic: Ronnie Jams is suffocating in last place at 10-13. Desperate to escape whatever the punishment will be, will he start panic picking against the other guys? ⚔️ Week 8 Steelers Preview: A massive Part 2 battle in Pittsburgh for the division lead. Bone demands under 5 penalties while Ronnie banks on an angry Jared Verse breakout. Chapters (00:00:00) - Cold open and intro(00:01:29) - Browns 5-2 and sphincter talk(00:03:39) - Show welcome and lineup(00:05:12) - News of the week: 3-year-old soccer star banned by cops(00:12:47) - Hot take hotline calls begin(00:16:47) - Debate over Deshaun Watson's performance(00:18:43) - Matt from Nashville's hot take and retraction(00:23:08) - More hot takes: Happy Bob and Menachem(00:25:00) - Running game improvement discussion(00:30:44) - Penalty controversy and officiating debate(00:33:58) - Dig It with the Mayor segment(00:34:53) - Ric Flair bar fight story(00:36:36) - Dog of the Week: Casey Concepcion(00:38:59) - Bone Zone: breaking down the Titans win(00:48:47) - Todd Monken debate and Shedeur Sanders question(00:52:29) - Browns Brief: roster moves and Malik Collins extension(00:53:35) - Dylan Gabriel activation debate(00:57:25) - Clutch kicks, game management, and betting conspiracies(01:01:13) - AFC North division roundup(01:03:22) - King of the North standings dispute(01:04:25) - Trip around the NFL: Aaron Rodgers on international games(01:11:26) - NFL news: Rams kicker disaster, Raiders QB debate, Baker Mayfield's odd stat line(01:14:12) - More NFL roundup: hits, injuries, and Fitzpatrick vs Talib(01:19:56) - Browns Backers interview: Dave from Charleston WV(01:31:43) - Dave's Johnny Manziel story and Browns history(01:34:20) - Dave's Steelers game prediction and life advice(01:42:08) - Post-interview reflection on Dave and Manziel(01:44:00) - Week 8 preview: Kenny's Cliff Notes on Steelers(01:48:13) - Ronnie Jam matchups and key stats(01:51:29) - Skeleton Key to Victory and betting picks(01:53:24) - Players to watch this week(01:54:40) - King of the North weekly picks(02:00:18) - Show closing and social media plugs(02:02:12) - Facts for Days: France and the catacombs of Paris(02:09:59) - Closing banter and bloopers montageAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    BRS 172 - Week 8 Preview: Pepperidge Farm Remembers
  2. 6d ago

    BRS 171 - Week 7 Recap: Kardiac Kids 2.0

    The Browns keep winning in the wildest ways possible. That isn't a sentence we thought we'd ever say aloud - let alone write in an episode description. Ronnie Jams and Kenny Thunder recap a 27-24 last-second escape over the Titans that puts Cleveland at 5-2 and atop the AFC North—and ask whether the Kardiac Kids 2.0 are for real. They break down Deshaun Watson’s first 300-yard game with the Cleveland Browns, Quinshon Judkins’ season-breakout 96-yard, two-touchdown performance, and how Dylan Sampson’s return and KC Concepcion’s big day helped make the offense feel more balanced. Plus: Harold Fannin Jr.’s huge impact, a defense with room to clean things up, listener comments, AFC North updates, and the weekly Dawg of the Week nominees. Is this Browns success sustainable, or are they the most entertaining stress test in football? Get the analysis, fan reactions, and growing belief that this season might be something special. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and Sponsor Shoutout(00:02:14) - Show Preview and Hotline Reminder(00:03:12) - Week 7 Recap: DeShaun Watson's Performance(00:08:55) - Running Game Breakthrough: Judkins and Sampson(00:13:09) - Receiver Performances: KC, Denzel, Judy(00:15:45) - Harold Fannin's Big Day(00:17:54) - Listener Comments and Hot Takes(00:23:45) - Defense Review: Tony Pollard Struggles(00:27:03) - Defensive Individual Performances(00:29:48) - Special Teams and Penalty Concerns(00:32:41) - Reflecting on the Cardiac Kids Comeback(00:34:28) - Dog of the Week Nominees(00:36:02) - Nashville Trip and Fan Experience(00:36:55) - Final Thoughts: Embrace the Shake(00:43:01) - Closing Remarks and Show PromotionAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    BRS 171 - Week 7 Recap: Kardiac Kids 2.0
  3. Oct 22

    Episode 170 - Week 7 Preview: Embrace the Shake

    The universe has glitched, because the Cleveland Browns are 4-2 and leading the AFC North after an ugly 13-10 win over Baltimore. In this unscripted episode, Kenny Thunder faces tech humiliation after a software upgrade deletes his entire week of notes right before showtime—proving he is absolutely nothing without a script. The crew reviews Deshaun Watson looking awful for three and a half quarters before remembering how to play football in the final minutes and whether or not this formula is sustainable. They also welcome back Craig from the Middle Tennessee Brownsbackers ahead of the Nashville takeover. Craig and the boys get into the minutiae and Craig says the quiet part out loud when he drops a financial bomb: if Watson is still on the roster by March 13, 2027 the Browns owe him an extra $200 million guaranteed.  Episode Highlights:  Winner Winner: The guys announce Josh (Nard_Dogg16) as the signed Bernie Kosar jersey winner and get a live tour of his man cave, mini-fridge pop stash included.  Reverse Halloween: Hotline favorite Matt from Nashville roasts Watson for playing "reverse Halloween"—handing out sacks like candy—before diagnosing the entire roster with collective ADHD. Meanwhile, Happy Bob calls in to scream about Jaleel McLaughlin and gloat about the Browns' winning record. Oh, and Menachem called in too. King of the North Desk-Pounding: Ronnie Jams is suffocating in last place at 8-12. Is desperation starting to kick in?  ⚔️ Week 7 Titans Preview: Kenny completely wings the preview of a struggling Cam Ward, while Bone promises a win if the defense holds Tennessee under 75 rushing yards. Chapters (00:00:00) - Cold open and show intro without notes(00:02:28) - Podcast info, socials, and show preview(00:03:54) - Story of the week: Jalen Hurts blood clots and David Bell lawsuit(00:11:53) - Bernie Kosar jersey giveaway winner announcement(00:12:35) - Interview with giveaway winner Josh (Nard Dog)(00:18:03) - Week six recap intro and Browns on top of division(00:20:01) - Offense breakdown: Watson, running game, receivers(00:24:50) - Defense review and Ravens game analysis(00:26:43) - Debate over Deshaun Watson's performance and fan reactions(00:32:18) - Dog of the Week nominees and final thoughts on the game(00:36:40) - Hot take hotline: Menachem from Browns Backers of North Jersey(00:40:08) - Hot take hotline: Happy Bob's takes and video production discussion(00:48:46) - Hot take hotline: Matt from Nashville's philosophical take(00:57:21) - Macho Fan segment and Dog of the Week results(01:00:52) - Browns brief: contenders or pretenders discussion(01:09:54) - Foreign relations correspondent Kenny Mack joins the show(01:16:13) - Discussion of Jared Verse and defensive line performance(01:22:34) - Deep dive into offensive struggles with Kenny Mack(01:31:08) - Running back concerns and Judkins discussion(01:34:49) - Culture and coaching: Monken's impact on the team(01:39:42) - Quarterback future: Watson vs Sanders discussion(01:43:01) - Wrap up with Kenny Mack and Nashville plans(01:45:43) - Division roundup and King of the North standings(01:48:28) - Trip around the NFL: injuries and league news(01:53:26) - Antonio Brown tweets segment(01:54:55) - Browns Backers interview with Craig from Middle Tennessee(02:05:23) - Craig's analysis of Browns quarterback situation and season outlook(02:15:00) - Nashville travel tips and wrap up with Craig(02:18:10) - Week 7 preview: Titans matchup and Kenny's Cliff Notes(02:20:58) - Matchups that matter and statistical breakdown(02:24:10) - Skeleton key to victory and players to watch(02:26:42) - King of the North picks for week 7 games(02:33:07) - Show wrap up, announcements, and no facts for days(02:36:10) - Outtakes and bloopersAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    Episode 170 - Week 7 Preview: Embrace the Shake
  4. Oct 16

    BRS 169 - Week 6 Preview: The Setback

    We've officially crashed back down to earth and the Cleveland Browns are sitting at 3-2 after a deeply frustrating 17-12 loss to the god**** Jets. In this episode of the Burning River Sportscast, Kenny Thunder, Ronnie Jams, and The Bone Man break down what happens when the Browns decide to "Browns" up a game. Between giving up eight sacks, fumbling three times, and only being able to run a mind-boggling 12 seconds off the clock with a chance to ice the game, the guys try to figure out where it all went wrong. The crew also welcomes Jarrod, President of the 440 Browns Backers, hailing from the Corner Bar in Austinburg, Ohio. Jared lifts the crew's spirits by sharing how his chapter rotates local charities every month, runs a legendary sausage-and-gravy cook-off, and why his biggest achievement was saving his 13-year-old niece from a lifetime of being a Steelers fan. Episode Highlights: The Hero’s Journey Hotline: A caller uses 1949 literary mythology to argue that the Jets loss is just the mandatory "setback phase" of Todd Monken’s epic coaching journey. Young Money Speculation: Breaking down the massive media clicks surrounding Shedeur Sanders hiring A.D. von Gonard (CEO of Young Money APAA) as his new agent five weeks into his second season. Is a trade cooking, or is he just trying to clear his schedule for Progressive commercials? The Slew of Injuries: A massive injury report update featuring Quinshon Judkins and Carson Schwesinger in walking boots, an obliterated offensive line, and the temporary backfield triage of Audric Estimé and Jaleel McLaughlin. King of the North Panic: Ronnie Jams is officially sweating and puckering up in last place at 7-11 while Kenny and Bone widen the gap at 10-8. Plus, the crew discusses a terrifying potential prostate exam punishment for this year's loser. ⚔️ Week 6 Ravens Preview: Including The Bone Man pulling out his "Skeleton Key to Victory," claiming standard X's and O's are dead and the Browns will need a wild card play to survive a 70% healthy Lamar Jackson or Snoop Huntley. ⛽️ Gassed Up: Kenny targets the postseason ticket price complaints and rants about the absolute disrespect thrown at Guardians legend José Ramírez over a single error. Plus, a localized meltdown over the historical renaming of the "Red River Shootout". Chapters (00:00:00) - Cold Open and Browns Intro Parody(00:02:55) - Show Intro and Housekeeping(00:05:16) - News Story of the Week: Mike Ditka Tribute(00:08:14) - Bernie Kosar Jersey Giveaway and Hot Take Hotline Intro(00:08:52) - Hot Take Hotline: Hero's Journey and Menachem Banter(00:17:29) - Digging into Ravens Rivalry and Robert/Bob Evans Tangent(00:20:55) - Dog of the Week: Quincy Williams(00:22:54) - Bone Zone: Missed Game Recap(00:25:40) - Browns Brief: White Uniforms and Injury Report(00:29:25) - Running Back Room Injuries and Depth Issues(00:32:45) - Shedeur Sanders Signs with an Agent: Speculation(00:45:25) - Harold Fannin Jr's Separation Stats and Target Usage(00:47:17) - Isaiah Bond Drops and Watson's Leadership Moment(00:49:46) - Fines for Smoking Gesture Celebration(00:50:52) - Division Roundup and King of the North Standings(00:53:15) - Around the NFL: Chubb Punch, Marvin Harrison Trade(00:56:02) - Draft Pick Positioning and Stefanski/Garrett Trackers(00:58:40) - Colts Owner Sideline Debate(01:03:08) - Antonio Brown Tweets of the Week(01:05:45) - Browns Backers Interview: Jared from 440 Browns Backers(01:26:00) - Week 5 Preview: Kenny's Cliff Notes on the Ravens(01:30:49) - Matchups That Matter: Ravens vs Browns(01:34:22) - Statistical Breakdown and Skeleton Key to Victory(01:37:02) - Players to Watch and Betting Info(01:41:09) - Gassed Up: Guardians Ticket Prices and Jose Ramirez(01:46:02) - Gassed Up: Red River Shootout Name Controversy(01:49:44) - King of the North Standings and Punishment Talk(01:52:53) - Week 5 Picks: Steelers, Ravens vs Browns(01:56:02) - Sign Off and Social Media Reminders(01:57:41) - Medieval Facts Segment(02:04:37) - Outro Bloopers and Clips MontageAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    BRS 169 - Week 6 Preview: The Setback
  5. Oct 12

    BRS 168 - Week 5 Recap: Rainy Day Reality Check

    The Browns’ 17–12 loss to the Jets brought a messy game, costly mistakes, and plenty of questions. Kenny Thunder and Ronnie Jams break down what went wrong—from Deshaun Watson and the struggling offense to the muffed punt, missed extra point, and a defense that did enough to give Cleveland a chance. The hosts also debate Minkah Fitzpatrick’s hit on KC Concepcion, discuss the Browns’ run-game approach, field a question on whether or not Kevin Stefanski can actually coach, and consider what this loss says about a young team still finding its footing. Plus, they name their Dawg of the Week nominees and reflect on the emotional roller coaster that comes with being a Browns fan. Was this just a bad day in the rain, or a sign of bigger concerns? Tune in for a candid postgame conversation about the loss, the lessons, and what Cleveland needs to show next. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and Jets Loss Reaction(00:01:22) - Show Housekeeping and Sponsors(00:02:27) - Hot Take Hotline and Giveaway(00:03:39) - Week 5 Recap Begins: Falling to Last Place(00:05:35) - Overall Game Breakdown: Everything Went Wrong(00:07:45) - Avoiding Overreaction to One Bad Game(00:11:08) - Deshaun Watson's Performance Analysis(00:15:13) - Quinshon Judkins and the Running Game Struggles(00:17:56) - Wide Receivers and Passing Game in the Rain(00:19:50) - Minkah Fitzpatrick Hit Debate(00:25:40) - Audio Issues and Fan Comments on the Hit(00:27:43) - Wide Receiver Recap Continued(00:28:21) - Defense's Strong Performance(00:30:14) - Debate on Dirty Hits and Double Standards(00:31:37) - Kevin Stefanski Coaching Discussion(00:32:40) - Special Teams Breakdown: Missed Kick and Muffed Punt(00:36:09) - Injuries and Penalty Improvement Trends(00:38:12) - Dog of the Week Nominees(00:40:15) - Final Thoughts: Toughness and Dome Debate(00:44:19) - Browns Fan Rollercoaster and Looking Ahead(00:45:39) - Shoutout to the Cleveland Guardians(00:47:57) - Closing Remarks and Hotline RemindersAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    BRS 168 - Week 5 Recap: Rainy Day Reality Check
  6. Oct 9

    BRS 167 - Week 5 Preview: 4 Going for 4

    The Cleveland Browns are 3-1 after a thrilling Thursday Night Football win over Pittsburgh, and a mildly competent Deshaun Watson has the city riding an absolute high. In this episode, Kenny Thunder, Ronnie Jams, and The Bone Man break down the win, praise Andre Szmyt's clutch 56-yard game-winning field goal, and investigate the mysterious disappearance of rookie Joe Royer. The guys also chat with Saratoga Mike from the Saratoga Brownsbackers, who shares a legendary core memory of being left completely alone in the stadium nosebleeds at eight years old during a 1985 double-overtime playoff game. Episode Highlights: Browns Brief: Riffing on Mina Kimes' praise of the Browns' future foundation, reading between the lines of Mary Kay Cabot's press conference questions, and debating if Shedeur Sanders has sideline attitude problems. ️Around the NFL & AB: Antonio Brown's unhinged social media "victory fits" (complete with a Robert Kraft bobblehead and CeraVe lotion) and a massive reality-check rant about Kevin Stefanski's success in Atlanta. Gassed Up: Kenny fractures his own brain wondering why we cook at home to achieve "restaurant quality" food, while restaurants constantly advertise "home cooking." Fired on Day One: A look at the Trailblazers firing an announcer for tweets he sent at 15 years old, contrasted against the massive second chances given to millionaires like Watson and Jed York. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and Browns win streak recap(00:01:30) - Cold open bits and parody clips(00:02:54) - Show welcome and socials/merch info(00:04:52) - News story: Trailblazers announcer fired over teen tweets(00:12:05) - Second chances debate and Browns parallels(00:13:52) - Bernie Kozar jersey giveaway(00:14:34) - Hot take hotline: Menachem and Bobbies(00:16:45) - Post-win mood and Malibu Bobby/Barbie tangent(00:19:12) - Hot take hotline: Matt from Nashville's first Browns game(00:22:32) - Muni lot talk and reactions to Matt's call(00:23:56) - Hot take: Watson year 4 vs quarter 4 meta take(00:24:48) - Watson performance discussion(00:28:12) - Mary Kay Cabot press conference bit(00:32:28) - Macho Fan segment(00:34:12) - Dog of the Week: Andre Schmidt(00:36:45) - Schmidt streak stats and kicker talk(00:38:46) - Bone Zone (empty segment) and weekend banter(00:40:23) - Browns Brief: Mina Kimes and future QB situation(00:43:17) - Shedeur Sanders body language discussion(00:46:48) - What if scenario: Watson stays, Sanders develops(00:51:41) - Quarterback draft class uncertainty discussion(00:54:41) - Browns stats caution despite winning record(00:57:41) - Mason Graham injury update(00:58:42) - Joe Royer mystery absence discussion(01:04:11) - Division roundup: AFC North results and standings(01:05:40) - King of the North standings mention(01:06:24) - Around the NFL: Jed York suspension(01:08:18) - Around the NFL: Chiefs injury, Ravens trade, Texans coaching change(01:11:49) - Antonio Brown's bizarre social media posts(01:14:20) - Kevin Stefanski and Falcons success rant(01:18:04) - Brownsbackers interview: Saratoga Mike intro(01:18:55) - Saratoga Mike's fan club and charity work(01:24:14) - Mike's Browns fan origin story(01:28:27) - Mike's game prediction vs Jets(01:32:52) - Post-interview reflection(01:34:17) - Week 5 preview: Jets breakdown(01:39:24) - Matchups to watch: Hall vs Tippmann, Ward vs Wilson(01:41:44) - Statistical comparison Browns vs Jets(01:43:46) - Skeleton Key to victory and betting info(01:45:22) - Players to watch: Hall, Judy, Watson(01:51:03) - Gassed Up: restaurant vs home cooking paradox(01:53:47) - King of the North picks for week 5 games(02:02:25) - Show wrap-up and next week preview(02:03:47) - Facts for Days: bizarre and NSFW trivia(02:10:50) - Closing bloopers and parody outtakesAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    BRS 167 - Week 5 Preview: 4 Going for 4
  7. Oct 4

    BRS 166 - Week 4 Recap: Are You Szmyttin Me!?

    The Browns are in first place, the defense is hunting, and Todd Monken has this team looking different. After a wild 27–24 win over Pittsburgh, Kenny Thunder, Ronnie Jams, and The Big Bone Man break down what’s clicking—and whether Cleveland fans are allowed to believe yet. (We’ll accept “cautiously optimistic” as a medical diagnosis.) The crew digs into Deshaun Watson’s sharpest performance as a Brown, the offense’s emerging weapons, Quinshon Judkins’ progress, and the blocking issues that still need work. On defense, five different Browns recorded sacks, Denzel Ward remains timeless, and Grant Delpit delivered the game-sealing interception. Plus: the Monken effect, a louder crowd, a young defensive core, and the familiar Browns-fan mix of celebration, skepticism, and hope. Is this team for real—or just giving us another reason to check the standings twice? Chapters (00:00:00) - Live show intro and family emergency recap(00:03:39) - Podcast promos, socials, and giveaways(00:04:36) - Hot take hotline and jersey giveaway reminders(00:06:22) - Week 4 recap begins: Browns take first place(00:07:44) - Deshaun Watson's performance breakdown(00:09:58) - Running game and Judkins analysis(00:11:42) - Rookie receivers shine(00:13:07) - Watson's turnovers and missed opportunities(00:14:03) - Mixed feelings on rooting for Watson(00:15:02) - Watson's improved mobility and decision making(00:16:56) - Steelers dysfunction and crowd energy(00:20:32) - Emmanuel McNeil Warren and defense praise(00:21:35) - Defensive performance against Aaron Rodgers(00:23:17) - Pass rush depth and injury concerns(00:25:21) - Secondary standouts and late game pick(00:26:48) - Schmidt's clutch field goal drama(00:29:27) - Jared Verse's energy vs stats discussion(00:31:58) - Comparing Verse's leadership to Myles Garrett(00:33:17) - Team culture shift under Todd Monken(00:35:24) - Monken's coach speak and team camaraderie(00:36:48) - Is Monken the next great coach discussion(00:37:46) - Looking ahead to next five games(00:40:30) - Mason Graham injury update(00:40:59) - Dog of the Week nominees(00:43:22) - Final thoughts from Kenny(00:44:39) - Final thoughts from Bone and Bones(00:47:19) - Staying objective about Monken's success(00:49:14) - Watson comeback player of the year debate(00:51:18) - Closing remarks and next week preview(00:52:35) - Sign off and final thoughtsAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    BRS 166 - Week 4 Recap: Are You Szmyttin Me!?
  8. Oct 1

    BRS 165 - Week 4 Preview: I Can Be Your Hero

    Winning cures all, and sitting at 2-1 has the crew feeling a very unfamiliar sensation: cautious optimism. On this week's episode of the Burning River Sportscast, Kenny Thunder, Red Hot Ronnie Jams, and the Big Bone Man break down the Cleveland Browns’ gritty 21-18 win over the Panthers, debate the validity of Deshaun Watson's national "redemption arc," and gear up for a massive Thursday Night Lights showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers.From legendary high school football sideline look-ins to a Department of Homeland Security standoff with the NFL, the guys cover it all before welcoming a pair of heavyweight guests to the show. ⏱️ Episode Highlights The News Story of the Week: Celebrating the Cleveland Guardians clinching the AL Central for the third straight year. The Hot Take Hotline: Matt from Nashville pitches an Australian hazing ritual for Deshaun Watson, Happy Bob smiles through the penalties, and Menachem's voicemail gets hilariously lost in AI translation. Dawg of the Week: Mason "Jar" Graham takes the crown after an absolute monster game up the middle. The Bone Zone: Bone officially declares he is "back" like John Wick and shares why this defense gives him 2023 Flacco-era vibes. Around the NFL: Checking in on the undefeated Raiders, Kirk Cousins' age-defying stats, J.J. McCarthy’s move to the Giants, and Travis Hunter's wild brawl with a ball boy. ️ Special Guest Interviews Dennis (President, Akron Brownsbackers): The local leader details their new game-day setups at Getaway Pub and Finney's, plus what it's really like being a real-life hero as a local fire captain. Big John Hughes: Our favorite defensive correspondent drops by to talk about expanding King Culture, flag football, and why the alumni association is still laughing at the video of him leveling Kenny on a cruise ship. Week 4 Preview: Browns vs. Steelers Kenny’s Cliff’s Notes: Sizing up Mike McCarthy’s Steelers and a heavily pressured Aaron Rodgers. Matchups That Matter: Can Spencer Fano and Titus Howard survive T.J. Watt and Cam Hayward? Skeleton Key to Victory: Bone lays out the exact rushing blueprint needed to secure a win. King of the North Pick 'Em The guys lock in their score predictions for Thursday night, leaving Ronnie completely shook by Kenny's final choice. JERSEY GIVEAWAY! Don't forget to check out our social media channels for your chance to win an autographed Bernie Kosar jersey! Chapters (00:00:00) - Cold Open(00:02:55) - Open and Show Schedule(00:04:49) - Burning River News Story of the Week(00:08:40) - Bernie Kosar Jersey Giveaway(00:09:19) - Hot Take Hotline Calls(00:20:08) - Dig It!? with The Macho Fan(00:21:43) - Dawg of the Week(00:24:24) - The Bone Zone(00:31:11) - The Browns Brief(00:48:19) - Division Roundup(00:50:27) - Around the NFL(00:57:15) - Browns Backers Interview Series(01:10:01) - Week 4 Preview(01:21:33) - Interview with Big John Hughes(01:49:52) - King of the North(01:55:55) - Close(01:58:00) - Facts for Days(02:01:16) - Sign Offs and Blooper ReelAll this and so much more and we break it all down for you right here on the Burning River Sportscast! ------------------------------ BRS Links: Subscribe on YouTube Visit our website Follow on Facebook Follow on IG Follow on X Follow on TikTok Merchandise   Hot Take Hotline: (330)227-8081   Sponsors: Towpath Distillery Varsity Coolers For Wellness ($15 off order) Riverside fm  Sunday Lawn Care Niphean Paddle Boards ------------------------------ #clevelandbrowns #DawgPound #browns #nfl #cleveland

    BRS 165 - Week 4 Preview: I Can Be Your Hero

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It's time! Time for the Burning River Sportscast presented by Tap In Media! This is a podcast for the most die hard Cleveland Browns fans and casual fans alike! With Kenny Thunder and Red Hot Ronnie Jams on the main mics and the Big Bone Man on the board and keeping the boys in check when necessary, they bring the fire and talk about the Browns like we all do: with passion, anger, despair, joy, and confusion! They even dabble in Cavaliers and Guardians news. So let them crank up the heat because its time to burn! #Browns #DawgPound #ForTheLand #LetEmKnow #BurningRiverSportscast #TapInMedia

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