The Cleveland Football Report is your daily home for Cleveland Browns news, analysis, and conversation.Hosted by Nick Pedone, the Cleveland Football Report brings you the latest from Berea, honest reactions to the biggest stories surrounding the Browns, game previews and recaps, roster and coaching analysis, and conversations with reporters, players, and football voices from around Cleveland.Built around the Cleveland Football Report’s independent coverage of the Browns in partnership with 247Sports and CBS, the podcast is designed to give fans more than just the headlines with perspective, reporting, and real conversation from people who lives and breathes Browns football.New episodes throughout the week, all year long.Subscribe to the Cleveland Football Report wherever you listen to podcasts and follow along on YouTube and social media for even more Browns coverage.

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The Cleveland Browns are 4-2 and have a chance to move to 5-2 against the Tennessee Titans in Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season. But after Cleveland&#39;s disappointing loss to the New York Jets, can the Browns avoid another trap game and prove they&#39;re legitimate playoff contenders?Nick Pedone and Dylan Feltovich break down Browns vs. Titans, including Deshaun Watson&#39;s recent play, the return of Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson, Cleveland&#39;s struggling run game, and how the Browns defense can slow down rookie quarterback Cam Ward and running back Tony Pollard.

Browns vs. Titans Preview: Can Cleveland Avoid Another Jets Disaster?

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The Cleveland Browns are 4-2 and sitting atop the AFC North, but what does that mean for their long-term quarterback plans?In this episode, Nick Pedone is joined by former Browns scout Scott DiBenedetto of Fantasy Points, to break down Cleveland&#39;s quarterback situation heading into the 2027 NFL Draft.With Deshaun Watson playing a role in the Browns&#39; surprising start, could Cleveland bring him back for another season? Or will Andrew Berry look to the draft for the team&#39;s next franchise quarterback?

Former Browns Scout Breaks Down Cleveland's QB Future 👀

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Cleveland Browns defensive lineman Sam Kamara joins the Cleveland Football Report to discuss the Browns&#39; 4-2 start, Cleveland&#39;s defensive identity under Mike Rutenberg, and the team&#39;s growing confidence under head coach Todd Monken.Kamara discusses the Browns&#39; defensive-line depth, stepping up with Mason Graham and Mike Hall Jr. sidelined, playing alongside Jared Verse, and what makes linebacker Carson Schwesinger so important to the defense.Plus, Kamara shares his thoughts on Deshaun Watson&#39;s late-game heroics, the offensive line&#39;s performance, and his message to the Dawg Pound as Cleveland looks to keep its momentum going.

Sam Kamara Talks Browns Defense, Staying Ready, and Cleveland’s Hot Start | EXCLUSIVE

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The Cleveland Browns are 4-2 and in first place in the AFC North after a 13-10 win over the Baltimore Ravens! Former Browns offensive tackle Chris Hubbard joins Nick Pedone to break down the film and explain how Cleveland keeps finding ways to win.Deshaun Watson delivered another game-winning drive, the Browns defense shut down Baltimore after the first quarter, and Todd Monken&#39;s team continues to show signs of buying into a new culture in Cleveland.

Chris Hubbard Breaks Down Browns’ 4-2 Start, Playoff Hopes, & Areas To Improve

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The Cleveland Browns are 4-2 and sitting alone atop the AFC North. Somehow, someway, Cleveland keeps finding ways to win football games.Nick Pedone and Dylan Feltovich break down the Browns&#39; latest victory over the Baltimore Ravens, Deshaun Watson&#39;s latest fourth-quarter comeback, and a Cleveland defense that continues to look like one of the best units in the NFL.

Browns Are 4-2 and FIRST in the AFC North… HOW?!

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The Cleveland Browns got massive injury news ahead of their Week 6 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens! Nick Pedone and Dylan Feltovich break down the latest updates, key matchups and predictions before Sunday&#39;s AFC North showdown.

Browns Get MASSIVE Injury Boost Before Ravens Game

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The Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens are battling for first place in the AFC North in a pivotal Week 6 matchup, and Lamar Jackson&#39;s injury could change everything. The CFR&#39;s Nick Pedone is joined by Kevin Oestreicher of Ravens Wire and host of Locked On Ravens to break down the biggest storylines ahead of Sunday&#39;s game.

Ravens vs. Browns Preview: Baltimore Insider Reveals What to Expect

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Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion sits down exclusively with Dylan Feltovich of the Cleveland Football Report for a conversation about life in Cleveland, the Browns&#39; start to the season, his relationship with fellow rookie Denzel Boston, and his love for video games.

KC Concepcion Talks Browns, Young Core & Life in Cleveland | EXCLUSIVE

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The Cleveland Browns fell to the New York Jets, 17-12, and former Browns offensive tackle Chris Hubbard is back to break down what went wrong.

Browns Offensive Line Has a BIG Problem: 8 Sacks Explained by Chris Hubbard

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The Cleveland Browns are 3-1 and heading into Week 5 against the New York Jets... a matchup almost nobody expected to look like this before the season.Nick Pedone is joined by Jake Asman, host of The Jake Asman Show on YouTube and an ESPN New York contributor, to break down Browns vs. Jets ahead of Sunday&#39;s matchup.Jake explains why Deshaun Watson&#39;s resurgence has surprised him, what Todd Monken has done to get Watson playing with confidence again, and why he believes Cleveland&#39;s coaching staff deserves a ton of credit for the Browns&#39; 3-1 start.On the other side, Jake gives a brutally honest assessment of Aaron Glenn, the Jets&#39; coaching staff, and why New York has struggled despite having talent on the roster.We also discuss Garrett Wilson, Geno Smith, the Jets&#39; young playmakers, Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams, New York&#39;s three first-round picks in the 2027 NFL Draft, and the possibility that the Jets could be looking for both a new head coach and quarterback.Plus, Jake gives his prediction for Browns-Jets and names an underrated Jets player Browns fans should know before kickoff.

Why the Browns Are 3-1 & Jets Are a DISASTER | Week 5 Preview

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The Cleveland Browns are 3-1 and sitting atop the AFC North after a hard-fought win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Former Browns offensive lineman Chris Hubbard joins Nick Padone on the Cleveland Football Report to break it all down.

Former Browns Player Reveals What’s REALLY Working for Cleveland

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Could the Cleveland Browns actually trade Shedeur Sanders?ESPN&#39;s Dan Graziano has already floated the possibility that Sanders could become available to teams looking for a young quarterback in need of a change of scenery. Now, with Deshaun Watson playing the best football of his Browns career and Dillon Gabriel nearing a potential return from injured reserve, Cleveland could soon face a four-quarterback roster crunch.Nick Pedone breaks down what we&#39;re hearing around the Browns, why Sanders&#39; future in Cleveland may have changed, what Dillon Gabriel&#39;s return means, and what it could take for Andrew Berry to actually consider trading the former fifth-round pick.The Browns aren&#39;t necessarily looking to move Sanders... but if the right team comes calling with the right draft pick, could Cleveland actually make the move?

Browns Could TRADE Shedeur Sanders? Here’s What’s Really Happening

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The Cleveland Browns host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football with first place in the AFC North on the line.Nick Pedone and Dylan Feltovich break down everything you need to know before Browns vs. Steelers, including what Deshaun Watson must do to deliver a complete game against Pittsburgh&#39;s veteran defense.

Browns vs. Steelers Preview: Deshaun Watson Must Deliver in Primetime

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Deshaun Watson just gave the Cleveland Browns another reason to believe.Watson wasn&#39;t perfect in Cleveland&#39;s home opener against the Carolina Panthers, but when the Browns needed him most, the veteran quarterback delivered another fourth-quarter comeback... giving Cleveland back-to-back game-winning drives in consecutive games.After previously questioning whether Watson had anything left in the tank, Nick Pedone and Dylan Feltovich break down how Watson is proving those doubts wrong, why the fourth quarter matters, and what this could mean for the Browns at 2-1.Plus, the young Browns continue to make an impact as Cleveland heads into a huge Thursday night matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers. All of that and more covered in the CFR&#39;s postgame YouTube stream!

Deshaun Watson Is Proving Everyone Wrong as Browns Move to 2-1

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Deshaun Watson is back at Huntington Bank Field for his first regular-season home game since returning from injury... and the atmosphere surrounding the Browns quarterback could be one of the biggest storylines of Week 3. The CFR&#39;s Nick Pedone and Dylan Feltovich break down what Watson needs to do to build on his impressive Week 2 performance against Tampa Bay, how Carolina&#39;s heavy zone coverage could create opportunities for KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston, and why the Browns&#39; struggling run game could be critical against the Panthers.

Deshaun Watson’s Browns Homecoming: Can He Handle the Pressure vs. Panthers?

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Welcome to a special behind-enemy-lines, informant report edition of the Cleveland Football Report! Nick Pedone sits down with Julian Council (host of the Locked On Panthers podcast and WCNC Panthers TV analyst) for a deep dive into the Week 3 matchup between the Cleveland Browns and Carolina Panthers.

Panthers Insider Explains Why Carolina Should EASILY Beat the Browns

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Former Cleveland Browns QB Kellen Mond joins Nick Pedone on the Cleveland Football Report to break down Deshaun Watson’s strong Week 2 performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, his fit in Todd Monken’s offense, the locker room’s support amid fan boos, the young receiving talent around him, the run game challenges, and the Shedeur Sanders quarterback situation.

Ex-Browns QB Kellen Mond: Deshaun Watson Is FINALLY Returning to Form

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Deshaun Watson probably knows what kind of reception he&#39;s likely to get when the Cleveland Browns return home Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.After playing well in Cleveland&#39;s comeback win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Watson sent a message to Browns fans who have been planning to boo him during the home opener.Watson said he doesn&#39;t want &#34;war&#34; with Browns fans and wants to keep the positive momentum going after Cleveland&#39;s Week 2 victory.But will the Browns quarterback actually avoid the boos?In today&#39;s Cleveland Football Report, Nick Pedone breaks down:• Deshaun Watson&#39;s message to Browns fans• Why the relationship has become so tense• Watson&#39;s strong performance against Tampa Bay• What could happen if Watson struggles against Carolina• Why the start of the home opener really matters for Watson• Whether Browns fans will continue booing Watson if he plays wellWill Deshaun Watson get booed Sunday against the Panthers? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to the Cleveland Football Report for daily Browns news, analysis and behind-the-scenes coverage.

Deshaun Watson Sends Message to Browns Fans Who Want to Boo Him

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Is Deshaun Watson playing for his job in Tampa? Nick Pedone and Dylan Feltovich from the Cleveland Football Report break down Browns vs Buccaneers Week 2 after Cleveland’s 34-10 loss in Jacksonville. Todd Monken is sticking with Watson, but the operation was sloppy, the offense stalled until garbage time, and Week 3 is the home opener. ⏱️ Timestamps <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">00:00</a> Intro <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=16s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">00:16</a> Is Watson playing for his job? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=71s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">01:11</a> What success looks like for Watson <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=176s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">02:56</a> Operations and the Monken offense <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=201s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">03:21</a> How much is on Todd Monken? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=310s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">05:10</a> Defense after Week 1 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=339s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">05:39</a> Miles Garrett hangover + zone vs man <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=448s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">07:28</a> How Tampa will attack the Browns <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=546s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">09:06</a> Can they pressure Baker without Garrett? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=681s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">11:21</a> Tyson Campbell and CB depth <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=760s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">12:40</a> Path to a Browns win <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=841s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">14:01</a> Harold Fannin Jr. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=976s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">16:16</a> Getting Quinshon Judkins going <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=1032s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">17:12</a> Vita Vea, Kancey, and Tampa’s DL <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=1144s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">19:04</a> Score predictions <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=1247s&v=zHrysQYD8jc" rel="nofollow">20:47</a> Where to find more CFR

Is Deshaun Watson Playing for His Job in Tampa? Browns vs. Buccaneers Week 2 Preview

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The Browns defense has to be much better... especially if Deshaun Watson continues to struggle like this. Cleveland&#39;s defense was expected to carry a lot of the load this season, but after what we saw in Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, there&#39;s plenty to clean up. Watson&#39;s performance only makes that pressure greater for new defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg. In this episode, Nick Pedone breaks down Cleveland&#39;s defensive performance, what went wrong, and why the Browns can&#39;t afford to have another game like this on that side of the ball.