The Cleveland Browns Anonymous

Inside the mind of the ivy league graduates who have ruined the Browns
0:30 Mike and Brook open on the Browns’ ugly loss in Chicago and why it felt over almost immediately.
3:45 They zero in on penalties, confusion, and special teams mistakes as clear signs of poor coaching.
6:30 Mike explains how “organizational decisions” are often just cover for avoiding accountability.
9:45 Discussion shifts to Andrew Berry, ros...

We break down how leadership, culture, and accountability drive success—using the Cleveland Browns as a case study—why creating a culture matters more than schemes and products
0:30 Mike and Brook open with “Defeat Monday,” reacting to another disappointing Browns loss and the growing frustration with the team’s culture.
3:00 Mike calls out Kevin Stefanski’s leadership and the lack of accountability, using historical Browns...

Defeat Monday, Shedeur Sanders looks like the future at quarterback and Kevin Stefanski needs to go NOW. Mike and Brook argue the Browns need to give Kevin and family a trip to the beach and let Jim Schwartz run the team on a interim bases.  Focus on Shedeur and the change in the culture of losing.   Compares Stefanski to Captain Queeg of The Caine Mutiny and calls for a true accountability-driven coach.   

0:30 Mike and Brook open ...

Mike and Brook discuss the pathetic state of the Head Coaching in the latest loss to the 49'ers.  From more special teams blow ups to the incompetent and complicated 4th down play calling and another player sideline drama with Jerry Jeudy.   And of course, the endless 'nails on the chalkboard' responses by Stefansky that he has to 'coach better'.

Again, it's time for a change.  And Jim Schwart...

Mike and Brook break down Shedeur's first game and win against Raiders and the implications of what Shedeur's development can do for next season.  If he was listed in the Top 5 pre draft,  why did he go to the 5th round???   Was he really that bad? Or was it too much Prime Time hype that scared people away?

0:30Mike and Brook open the episode by reacting to the Browns’ win and Shedeur Sanders’ pre-game confidence...

Browns organization and most media are once again asking the wrong question — it’s not about the quarterback, it’s about the head coach. Mike and Brook say the Browns’ real problem is leadership, not talent. What is the point of drafting a top flight QB if the Head Coach is not a Leader?   It's a classic chicken and egg.  Bill Parcells developed Phil Simms and Tony Romo.  Lombardi took the lowly 15th round QB Bart Starr and tu...

Mike and Brook debate whether talent is more important than coaching.   Mike points out that Vince Lombardi inherited a 1-13 team in '58.  Two years later that same team with the same players were in the NFL Title Game.      Talent is important, but Coaching is about developing that talent.  Baker Mayfield was NOT developed by Kevin S. in fact he was ruined.  The same case can be made for Gabriel.  Fire Stefansky, bring in vet...

Cleveland Browns fans hesitate to celebrate victory Monday today over the Dolphins. The fans aren't happy yet. They want Shedeur Sanders. Mike and Brook say a win is a win and look forward to the next game against the Patriots. We want the Browns to get better and better, not go in circles. If we lose, let's at least not lose stupid. Mike also gives updated predictions for the rest of the season.
0:30 Mike opens the e...

Mike, Brook and A'marri talk about managing, leadership and the Cleveland Browns.
There is irony in the statement from Kevin Stefanski's first press conference as The Browns coach, "Personality is welcome, production is required." as all we see is platitudes and "personality" in the Browns organization and no production. There is plenty to learn from this as the owner of a small business from how t...

Coaching is about making your players better. Like Bill Callahan turning Wyatt Teller into an All Pro.  Or Belichick turning Wes Welker into a weapon.   Instead we have to watch Offensive Tackles go one on one against all pros with no help. Pocket doesn't slide. QB doesn't roll out.  And our wide receivers can drop passes and still play and start.

Time for an attitude change. 

00:01:00 Mike opens the discussion by calling f...

Compare the Stefanski-era Browns to the Detroit Lions — just night and day.
00:00 Mike and Brook open the episode, reacting to the Browns’ loss in London and setting up the “playing not to lose” theme.
02:00 Discussion on defensive breakdowns, lack of blitzing, and how conservative coaching hurt the team.
05:00 Brook vents frustration about the Browns’ offense and Stefanski’s leadership as the team faces a pivotal game ...

Mike and Brook react to rumors of Dylan Gabriel starting in London, discuss Joe Flacco’s limitations, dropped passes, and what a quarterback change could mean for the Browns’ season.
00:45 Rumors swirl that Dylan Gabriel could start for the Browns in London.
01:30 Mike and Brook reflect on Joe Flacco’s slow play and struggles against Detroit.
03:45 Discussion on how a quarterback change can spark improvement across the ...

It's Victory Monday and Mike and Brook recap the Browns VS the Packers
1:00 Mike and Brook celebrate Victory Monday, recalling the Browns’ last win and the relief of breaking the losing streak.
2:00 Praise for rookie kicker Schmitty and other young players stepping up on the roster.
3:00 Brook highlights key coaching adjustments, including special teams changes and demoting underperforming players.
6:00 Mike cr...

Post game review of Browns vs Ravens. Stefanski has a weak point of using a quarterback too long. Stefanski needs to sit down starters who are underperforming and hold them accountable, including Joe Flacco.
1:00 Mike recalls Stefanski keeping QBs in too long, comparing Flacco to Baker and Watson.
4:15 Brook says Flacco may start again but pushes for Dylan Gabriel to get a chance.
5:30 Praise for the defense, but critic...

Mike and Brook react to the Browns’ narrow loss to the Bengals, debating the future of the kicker, analyzing defensive strengths, and looking ahead to a tough matchup against the Ravens.
0:45 Brook and Mike open by reacting to the Browns’ one-point loss to the Bengals and the struggles of their kicker.
2:30 Discussion on whether the Browns should stick with the kicker or replace him before facing the Ravens.
5:00 Mike h...

Mike and Brook break down the Browns’ upcoming season, trade rumors around Miles Garrett, and why analysts are underestimating Cleveland. They also look back on past coaching missteps and give their predictions for the Bengals game.
01:00 Mike and Brook open with NFL talk, comparing the Cowboys’ situation to Patrick Ewing’s Knicks and trade rumors around Micah Parsons.
02:30 Discussion turns to the Browns re-signing Miles G...

Mike and Brook talk about the Browns and Mike gives his optimistic predictions for what he thinks the Browns win-loss record will be.
00:00 Mike and Brook kick off the episode, sharing fantasy football draft prep and sleeper picks from Ohio State players.
03:15 Discussion shifts to Browns standouts—Jerry Jeudy, Amari Cooper, and the defense’s potential impact this season.
06:00 Mike and Brook debate last year’s close lo...

What we expect with Joe Flacco with the Browns, the over/under with the Browns this year and more
00:01:00 – Mike and Brook react to Joe Flacco’s strong performance in scrimmages against the Eagles and early preseason buzz.
00:03:15 – Comparing last season’s struggles with Deshaun Watson to the optimism around Flacco, Jerry Jeudy, and the Browns’ revamped offense.
00:06:00 – Discussion on rookie quarterbacks Dylan Gabri...

Mike and Brook talk Shedeur Sanders, Joe Flacco, predictions for the first games after the preseason, rare optimism and excitement for the Browns and more
01:00 – Mike and Brook run through the Browns’ tough opening schedule and early win/loss predictions.
03:00 – Optimism about Joe Flacco leading a competitive offense despite no Nick Chubb.
05:00 – Discussion of the Browns’ defense strength and concerns about the kicke...