The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 08/17/26

The Browns’ preseason matchup against the Chicago Bears may have given us another major clue in the quarterback competition. Is Deshaun Watson getting closer to being named Cleveland’s starting quarterback? We break down Watson’s performance, where he stands against Shedeur Sanders, and what could be next for the Browns as Todd Monken gets closer to making a decision.

Then, Jensen Lewis joins the show to break down the Guardians’ reeling season. Cleveland has struggled to find consistency despite making moves to improve the roster, and the pressure is mounting as the team tries to stay alive in the American League playoff race. Jensen gives his thoughts on what has gone wrong, whether the Guardians can turn things around, and what needs to change.

Browns legend Hanford Dixon is also back on the show to talk about Shedeur Sanders and what he saw during the first week of the preseason. Hanford shares his perspective on the rookie quarterback, what stood out to him, and whether Sanders showed enough to remain firmly in the Browns’ starting quarterback conversation.

Finally, we turn to the Cavaliers, who have traded Dennis Schröder to the Charlotte Hornets. What does the move mean for Cleveland, and what should the Cavs do next as they continue reshaping the roster? We break down the trade, the Cavaliers’ biggest needs, and what could be coming next for the team.

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