• How did Donovan Mitchell secure a critical Game 4 victory for the Cavaliers? He shifted to an aggressive, highly physical approach, drawing fouls and scoring 39 of his 43 points in the second half to tie an NBA playoff record and even the series.
• James Harden's home versus road playoff performances: Harden has been highly efficient shooting and facilitating at home, but has struggled drastically with poor shooting percentages and high turnovers on the road.
• Why Evan Mobley's traditional interior game is more valuable than his outside shooting. His dominant rebounding, defensive shot-altering, and forceful rim scoring perfectly complement the guard-heavy roster, negating his need to shoot a high volume of three-pointers.
• J.B. Bickerstaff goes off on the officiating. He aimed to plant a seed with officials for future games regarding a massive free-throw disparity while also motivating his roster by demonstrating his unwavering support.
• Mitchell's Game 4 vs. LeBron James' famous 2007 playoff game.
• What the plus-minus statistics reveal about the Cavs' role players.
• Harden demonstrates a deep thinking process about the game.
• Originally a defense-first coach, Mike Brown has loosened up his philosophy to create a fast-paced, highly potent offense that maximizes the talents of stars like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
• Is Steven Kwan’s prolonged hitting slump threatening his leadoff spot? Should it?
• What drove the Guardians to trade a pitching prospect for catcher Patrick Bailey.
• A reader asks about the low MLB batting averages. We provide some historical context.
• What are the primary factors causing the modern decline in batting averages?
• What Terry will remember about former Browns tight end David Njoku.
• Jose Ramirez, Travis Bazzana and stolen bases.
• And a listener email about his most memorable baseball game with his child.

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• Was the Detroit crowd underwhelming at Game 1 of Cavs-Pistons?
• The Cavaliers' historic issues with careless turnovers, including 19 in Game 1, directly fueled the Pistons' transition offense and sabotaged Cleveland's control of the game's pace. They need to fix it, Terry says.
• Having Evan Mobley bring the ball up the court helped Cleveland bypass Detroit's backcourt pressure, though he must quickly return to the interior to effectively establish the offense.
• Coach Kenny Atkinson: Did he misplay Jarrett Allen's foul trouble in the first half?
• Despite the team's struggles, Max Strus provided a bright spot for Cleveland with an efficient 19-point performance and relentless hustle.
• Rookie Jaylon Tyson delivered a significant defensive boost for the Cavaliers by effectively slowing down Pistons star Cade Cunningham, earning a plus-nine rating in his 18 minutes.
• Detroit successfully utilized its supporting cast to secure the win, with Duncan Robinson's perimeter shooting and Tobias Harris's 20 points capitalizing on Cleveland's defensive lapses.
• Head coach JB Bickerstaff has successfully transformed the Pistons through a gritty, hard-nosed defensive identity, leading the franchise to 60 wins and its first playoff series victory in 18 years.
• The Cavaliers may stay with a deep rotation to keep players fresh against the Pistons' physical play and the grueling every-other-day playoff schedule.
• Terry's names to watch among Guardians prospects.
• Guardians prospect Kody Huff is evolving from a strictly defensive catcher into a dangerous two-way player following a massive offensive breakout this season.
• There is concern over Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan's prolonged and mysterious drop in offensive production dating back to the second half of last season.
• Is it time to turn balls and strikes over to the ABS system? One listener thinks so.
• Terry says the Browns made the optimal strategic move by rejecting a trade-down offer from Dallas, allowing them to secure elite offensive tackle Spencer Fano to rebuild their line.
• Deshaun Watson: The best solution as QB1 in 2026? Would his success dissuade the Browns from taking a potential franchise QB in the 2027 draft?

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• Cavaliers secure Game 5 victory through vital second-half adjustments and utilizing multiple ball handlers
• Are the Cavs capable of the NBA Finals? Or is Charles Barkley right?
• James Harden provided a crucial, unexpected boost by doing the gritty work and securing nine critical rebounds
• Coach Kenny Atkinson demonstrates second-half adaptability despite struggling with complex early-game roster rotations
• Donovan Mitchell exhibits unselfish leadership by choosing to stay benched to let a hot lineup close out Game 5
• Starting Max Strus injects crucial offensive energy and highlights the immense depth and versatility of Cleveland's roster
• Enduring a grueling, physical series against Toronto builds essential playoff toughness and organic chemistry for the Cavaliers
• Moving local playoff broadcasts to streaming platforms like Amazon Prime causes widespread frustration and viewing confusion among fans
• Guardians strategically delayed top prospect Travis Bazzana’s call-up to preserve minor league morale and ensure merit-based promotions
• Guardians rely on versatile contingency plans like Austin Hedges and David Fry to manage Bo Naylor's severe offensive slump
• Pitching prospects Parker Messick and Gavin Williams successfully evolve from raw power throwers into refined, tactical pitchers
• Deshaun Watson leads the Browns' quarterback competition, but major concerns regarding his long-term physical durability remain
• Browns heavily invest in offensive line and wide receiver depth during the NFL Draft to protect the quarterback
• Coaches who coached in two pro sports: A listener found one. And it leads into a discussion about Jerry Krause and whether his legacy has been treated fairly in the wake of "The Last Dance."

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• Cleveland sports fans are experiencing a rare convergence of activity across the Cavaliers' playoff run, the Guardians' divisional lead, and the Browns' draft options.
• The Cavs successfully neutralized Toronto's high-pressure style by dictating a slower court pace and severely limiting fast-break points.
• James Harden’s low-impact, controlled playing style and what it means;
• The addition of Harden has freed Donovan Mitchell to focus solely on aggressive scoring and energetic defense rather than exhaustive playmaking duties;
• Evan Mobley has matured offensively by simplifying his game;
• Dean Wade provided a crucial defensive impact by effectively neutralizing Brandon Ingram with elite lockdown defense;
• The fully healthy Orlando Magic have emerged as a playoff threat driven by aggressive toughness and defensive pressure;
• The PWHL's "Gold Plan" draft framework could fix NBA tanking by strictly awarding the top draft pick based on wins accumulated after a team's mathematical playoff elimination.
• The fragmentation of NBA television broadcasts across costly streaming services has frustrated fans.
• The Browns have demonstrated a 15-year institutional reluctance to draft wide receivers in the premium early rounds. Terry says it's time to fix that.
• The trade market for the Browns' number six overall draft pick remains surprisingly uninspired, meaning a trade is highly unlikely until the team is actively on the clock.
• Terry has the story on a couple of players with local connections who expect to be drafted this weekend.
• Advanced MLB analytics are causing a drop in doubles and triples, Terry reports.

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• Was the Cavs' regular season a success?
• Cavs must prioritize transition defense and utilize their interior size to dictate pace against the Raptors
• Cleveland's success relies on James Harden acting as a methodical playmaker rather than forcing isolated shots
• Donovan Mitchell's efficient scoring and Evan Mobley's interior rebounding are vital to the Cavaliers' playoff formula
• Predictions for the series
• Is it time to give Austin Hedges more playing time over Bo Naylor?
• MLB's automated ball-strike challenge system has proven highly successful and popular despite slightly extending game times
• What should the Browns do with the No. 6 overall pick?
• Akron men's basketball ensured seamless program stability by promoting longtime assistant Dustin Ford to head coach
• A listener emails a story about Indians legend Joe Charboneau and his compassionate support of an ailing former teammate in western New York.

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• What it means that the Cavs have another 50-win season.
• Unprecedented NBA blowout margins highlight systemic issues and an alarming trend of strategic in-game tanking across the league.
• A toxic new form of tanking involves coaches utilizing analytics to intentionally field ineffective lineups to mathematically ensure a loss.
• Why resting key Cavaliers stars like Jarrett Allen and Donovan Mitchell before the playoffs is a vital tactical strategy to guarantee postseason health.
• Kenny Atkinson successfully transformed the Cavaliers' offense to prioritize interior scoring and offensive rebounding over heavy three-point volume.
• The Cavaliers must reach the Eastern Conference Finals to deem this postseason a success and avoid major internal roster evaluations.
• The Guardians promoted Juan Brito over top draft pick Travis Bazzana based strictly on his concrete minor league production metrics.
• Chase DeLauter’s impressive rise highlights his elite offensive capabilities and resilience despite a complete lack of early collegiate scouting.
• Should fans be worried yet about Kyle Manzardo?
• The ABS challenge system is working. Here's why we like it.
• The Browns' optimal NFL Draft strategy involves trading down from the sixth overall pick to acquire valuable draft capital and essential offensive depth.
• Some listener emails about Opening Day memories; and about Carroll Hardy, who holds the unique historical distinction of being the only man to pinch-hit for Ted Williams, Roger Maris and Carl Yastrzemski.

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• Why baseball's opening day remains a uniquely revered national holiday filled with deep historical roots, nostalgic traditions, and a hopeful clean slate for the summer.
• "Super Joe" Charbonneau's mythical rookie season endeared him to Cleveland, though a severe back injury prematurely derailed his promising career.
• Rookie Chase DeLauter is displaying explosive power and veteran-like plate discipline, suggesting a long major league career if he can avoid nagging foot injuries.
• Cleveland's Triple-A prospects are showing mixed early results, with Juan Brito shining offensively and promising pitchers like Daniel Espino making strides in their injury recoveries.
• Prospect Parker Messick delivered a dominant six-inning shutout against the Dodgers, utilizing poise and an unpredictable six-pitch mix.
• Backup catcher Austin Hedges offsets his lack of offense with elite defensive prowess, brilliant game-calling, and vital mentorship for the young pitching staff.
• Brayan Rocchio has emerged as the more fundamentally sound and reliable middle infield option over the physically gifted but highly inconsistent Gabriel Arias.
• CJ Kayfus’ defensive post-game reactions highlight the mental pressure and job-threatening insecurity faced by fringe players.

• Shohei Ohtani's historically elite dual-threat abilities continue to make him an unprecedented presence in modern baseball.
• The NFL strategically dominates the American sports landscape year-round by scheduling meetings and manufacturing global initiatives during other sports' offseasons.
• Browns General Manager Andrew Berry’s vague comments regarding a Deshaun Watson extension serve as diplomatic PR to maintain a player-friendly reputation rather than an imminent reality.
• The NFL rejected the Browns' proposal to allow trading five future first-round picks.
• Rejecting rumors of a Myles Garrett trade, Browns leadership is committed to avoiding the toxic culture of another long-term rebuild.
• The resilient Cavaliers utilized a remarkable 30-12 run to secure a strong Eastern Conference playoff position and approach 50 wins.
• Evan Mobley’s leap in interior offensive production has been heavily unlocked by the brilliant half-court playmaking of James Harden.
• The Cavaliers' transition from J.B. Bickerstaff to Kenny Atkinson illustrates how a team's developmental timeline adapts to the times.
• John Groce’s departure from Akron highlights how the modern college coaching carousel is now heavily dictated by contract buyout dominoes and the financial power of NIL collectives.

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• Chase DeLauter's addition to the Guardians' opening-day roster is met with high excitement, and it's not too much, for his legitimate hitting talent and advanced plate discipline.
• Top prospect Travis Bazzana will begin the season in AAA Columbus for further development, needing more professional at-bats before a potential major league call-up.
• Managing DeLauter's health is a top priority due to his injury history, with suggestions to limit his running effort to keep his valuable bat in the lineup.
• The Guardians set their starting rotation by demoting Logan Allen to AAA after a difficult spring, a decision influenced by both performance and roster flexibility.
• Allen's poor spring performance is speculated to be linked to the high-intensity innings he pitched in the World Baseball Classic, which can over-tax young arms early in the season.
• Guardians manager Stephen Vogt is earning praise for an empathetic, player-centric management style similar to Terry Francona's, which is considered a significant asset.
• The Guardians have a consistent history of exceeding expectations and defying their low payroll, making them a perennially competitive team despite predictions.
• Statistical analysis reveals Jarrett Allen's immense value to the Cavaliers, with the team's winning record dropping significantly when he is out of the lineup.
• Since the end of December, the Cavaliers have one of the NBA's best records, establishing themselves as an elite team despite narratives of inconsistency.
• The acquisition of James Harden has significantly improved the Cavaliers' offense through his passing and highly efficient shooting.
• A proposed solution to NBA tanking
• While former Cavalier Darius Garland is performing well post-trade, the consensus is that the trade was mutually beneficial and there is no "buyer's remorse."
• The Browns' strategy of acquiring versatile offensive linemen is justified by data showing starting units play together for less than half the season, necessitating roster flexibility and depth.

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• Guardians Outlook: Optimism for the Guardians is guarded but positive, primarily due to the perceived health and depth of the team's pitching staff.
• Chase DeLauter Praise: Manager Stephen Vogt is exceptionally high on outfielder Chase DeLauter, calling him a "complete hitter" who looks "scary at the plate."
• DeLauter's Path: DeLauter's unconventional journey, including being overlooked in high school and falling in the draft due to injury, positions him as a potential steal for the Guardians.
• Patience for Bazzana: There's a call for patience with 2024 first-round pick Travis Bazzana, emphasizing that player development takes time and is not always linear.
• Bazzana Scouting Report: While physically average, Bazzana is noted for a fanatical work ethic but may be overly driven; his bat will need to carry his "okay" defense.
• Sleeper Prospect: Class-A infielder Dauri Fernandez is a deep sleeper prospect who impressed with his poise, backed by a significant signing bonus and strong rookie stats.
• Mixed Prospect Results: Other Guardians prospects show a mixed bag: Angel Martinez looks promising, Juan Brito is struggling, and George Valera is injured again.
• Ramirez's Frustration Injury: José Ramírez sustained a minor shoulder injury after aggressively stealing a base, fueled by anger over a call from the automated strike system.
• Automated Strike Debate: The hybrid automated ball-strike (ABS) system is causing frustration, with the powerful umpires' union cited as a reason for the delay in full implementation.
• Cavaliers' Permissive Defense: The Cavs' defense has been called "too permissive" by Kenny Atkinson, though the return of Max Strus is expected to add toughness and improve wing defense.
• Cavs' Roster Instability: The Cavaliers' biggest challenge has been a constant lack of roster consistency due to numerous injuries to key players, preventing the team from building chemistry.
• Cavs' Playoff Defense: The Cavs' playoff lineup is expected to be more defensively sound than their regular-season lineups by featuring fewer exploitable matchups on the court.
• Bo Naylor's Workload: The hope is that catcher Bo Naylor plays fewer games this season to allow backup David Fry more playing time, which would indicate positive contributions from the backup.
• MAC Tournament Success: For the first time since 1999, the Mid-American Conference sent two teams, Akron and Miami, to the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
• Coaching Speculation: Following Akron's success, coach John Groce would be a perfect candidate for the head coaching vacancy at Butler due to his Indiana roots and ties to the program.

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• The Guardians' spring training focus is on key position battles, including a potential outfield platoon with George Valera and Angel Martinez.
• Despite fan aversion, a well-executed platoon strategy can be effective, as proven by Orioles manager Earl Weaver's successful use of one in 1979.
• The Guardians' front office might waive former top prospect Nolan Jones to make room for more promising players like George Valera.
• The Guardians boast significant pitching depth with young arms like Tanner Bibee and Gavin Williams, plus strong candidates for the fifth spot, which is a valuable asset over a long season.
• The durability of Hall of Famer Bob Feller, who built arm strength through natural farm work, stands in stark contrast to today's injury-prone pitchers, highlighting a potential flaw in modern training methods. Maybe they should throw some hay.
• Angels owner Arte Moreno and his out-of-touch comment that fans prioritize affordability and ballpark experience over winning.
• The Browns aggressively addressed their offensive line issues by signing several experienced veterans in free agency to provide stability after a season plagued by injuries and poor performance.
• Cleveland's heavy spending in free agency on the offensive line is a direct consequence of the front office's past failures to draft and develop reliable linemen, such as passing on All-Pro Tristan Wirfs.
• Despite a recent loss to Boston, the Cavs' record since late December and the integration of key trade acquisitions are solid reasons for playoff optimism.
• A listener asks: Does Donovan Mitchell make his teammates better? This year's playoffs will be crucial for him to stop that narrative.
• The undefeated Miami RedHawks men's basketball team faces immense pressure in the MAC Tournament, where a single loss could end their historic season without an NCAA Tournament bid.
• A listener shared a legendary story of being caught playing Strat-O-Matic football on the Sabbath, with the headmaster mistaking it for chess and unknowingly creating a lasting school myth.

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• The Cavs are implementing a more physical, high-impact defensive style in preparation for the playoffs, aiming to avoid being overwhelmed by aggressive teams as they were in the past.
• New additions Keon Ellis and Dennis Schröder bring a reliable and intense defensive grit that is considered essential for a deep playoff run.
• Keon Ellis has made an immediate and significant defensive impact, posting elite defensive ratings and a high number of steals and blocks in his short time with the team.
• Despite an improved overall defense, the team's defensive rebounding remains a significant weakness, ranking 20th in the NBA.
• James Harden is demonstrating his commitment to winning by choosing to play through a thumb fracture.
• Harden is seen as "locked in" and motivated, a change attributed to his love for the game and the financial security from the belief that the Cavs fully guaranteed his contract.
• Harden's exceptional passing, particularly his unique high, hard bounce passes to big men like Jarrett Allen, has significantly elevated the team's offense.
• The Cavs are considered "not yet" playoff-ready due to significant roster turnover, requiring more time for new key players to build chemistry.
• A call for key players like Sam Merrill to prioritize their health for the playoffs by avoiding high-risk hustle plays during the regular season.
• Staggering the minutes of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley, potentially by moving Allen to a sixth-man role, is suggested as a way to unlock their potential and improve team spacing.
• The Browns' trade for offensive lineman Tytus Howard for a fifth-round pick is praised as a savvy, cost-effective move that provides an immediate upgrade in pass protection.
• At pick No. 6, the Browns face a classic draft dilemma: select a top offensive lineman to fill a need, or take the best player available if a generational talent is on the board.
• The consensus opinion is that the Browns should select a potential generational talent at pick #6, regardless of position, as such a player is too valuable to pass up.
• The size of modern NFL coaching staffs has expanded dramatically, illustrated by the Browns' 29-member staff compared to the staff of the 1964 championship team.
• The United Football League (UFL) is experimenting with new rules, such as a four-point field goal and tiered extra-point options, which could serve as a test for future NFL implementation.
• The Guardians' $2 million signing of outfielder Nolan Jones is questioned by Terry as a questionable use of a tight budget that blocks playing time for younger, in-house prospects.
• Top prospect Chase DeLauter's ability to stay healthy is the biggest factor for the Guardians, as he has proven to be an extremely productive hitter when not injured.

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• The Cavaliers' loss to a shorthanded OKC team is seen as a mid-season warning about the team's focus and potential matchup issues rather than a cause for major alarm.
• The Allen-Mobley frontcourt combination continues to raise questions about its effectiveness, particularly against quick, physical teams, suggesting their minutes may need to be staggered.
• A discussion on Evan Mobley's role suggests he should focus on defense rather than being a primary creator, with a potential trade being considered if the team falters in the playoffs.
• Host Terry Pluto has reversed his initial opposition to the James Harden trade after learning the severity of Darius Garland's lingering injury, now valuing Harden's durability.
• Recent acquisitions are expected to provide the Cavaliers with a needed injection of toughness and defensive intensity.
• Speculation about another LeBron James return to Cleveland is dismissed as premature and unlikely, especially given the James Harden trade and James's current career stage.
• The Browns plan a "targeted aggression" strategy in free agency, prioritizing veteran additions to their depleted offensive line.
• It is suggested the Browns should use at least two of their top 70 draft picks to rebuild the offensive line, with a specific focus on drafting a long-term center.
• Why new Browns Defensive Coordinator Mike Rutenberg's success will depend on his ability to earn the respect of and effectively manage veteran stars like Myles Garrett and Denzel Ward.
• The signing of slugger Reese Hoskins is seen as a "vintage Guardians" move, addressing a major need for right-handed power on a value deal.
• Steven Kwan's elite instincts may help him succeed in the more demanding position in center.
• It is argued that Major League Baseball, not the Guardians, should bear the financial responsibility for Emmanuel Clase's salary while his legal situation is managed by the league.
• Terry's statistical review of prospects suggests Chase DeLauter is more prepared for a major league opportunity than Travis Bazzana, emphasizing performance over draft position.
• José Ramírez's clubhouse leadership is highlighted through an anecdote where he publicly boosted a teammate's confidence, reinforcing his role as the team's heart.
• The podcast ends with a nostalgic discussion on classic sports board games, highlighting how they cultivated imagination and a connection to sports in a pre-digital era.

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• Terry summarizes the flurry of activity with the Cavaliers trading for James Harden, the Browns changing coaches, and the Guardians signing José Ramírez to a long-term deal.
• The Cavaliers' acquisition of James Harden was part of a larger three-for-three player swap that is viewed as a significant upgrade in overall talent and toughness.
• Initial Terry skepticism over the Harden trade has shifted to optimism when viewing the entire package of incoming players, not just Harden himself.
• The trade was designed to support Donovan Mitchell by lightening his offensive and emotional load, keeping him fresher for critical moments.
• James Harden's debut showcased his elite offensive playmaking but also highlighted his significant defensive liabilities, confirming the trade-off the team made.
• The acquisition of Dennis Schroder is seen as a crucial move, bringing a feisty, aggressive identity and ball-handling to the second unit.
• Center Jarrett Allen has experienced a significant offensive surge, attributed to increased assertiveness and more space in the paint in Evan Mobley's absence.
• Coach Kenny Atkinson earned praise for his skillful development of young players and his ability to adapt to lineup changes throughout a challenging season.
• The Browns face a critical defensive coordinator hire, needing a candidate whose philosophy aligns with the aggressive "front-four" system Jim Schwartz established.
• Jim Schwartz's exit was seen as inevitable after he was passed over for the head coaching job, a move made to prevent potential "internal discord."
• A look back at the 2018 QB draft class ranks Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson as the top talents, ironically noting that backup Sam Darnold is the only one with a Super Bowl ring.
• Why the Browns should pursue a QB reclamation project, such as trading for Mac Jones or Malik Willis, to develop a high-upside backup.
• Terry makes a strong case for top prospect Chase DeLauter to be on the Guardians' Opening Day roster, dismissing concerns over service time manipulation.
• José Ramírez's team-friendly contract is considered a unique anomaly, driven by a personal loyalty not to be expected from other athletes.
• The Guardians' quiet offseason is partially explained by a significant financial hit (est. $20 million annually) from their new, less lucrative TV rights deal.
• Could the Guardians swing a deal for the Dodgers' Andy Pages?

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• Player feedback demanding "accountability" became a central pillar in the Browns' decision to hire Todd Monken.

• Terry cites a history of high pre-snap penalties as a key indicator of the team's lack of discipline under the previous regime.

• The hiring of Monken is described as a "pendulum swing" from a meticulously organized coach to an accountability-first, hard-nosed leader.

• Monken presented an intense, all-or-nothing approach, stating anything that gets in the way of winning will be "discarded and eliminated."

• The Browns are poised for a significant youth movement, driven by ten draft picks, and are expected to have one of the youngest teams in the NFL.

• A full offensive line rebuild is considered necessary, posing a challenge to the team's youth-focused strategy.

• Monken plans to hold players accountable by aligning team standards with the players' own stated individual goals.

• Monken's surprisingly dismissive comments about defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz creates uncertainty about his future with the team.

• Why retaining a resentful Schwartz could create "internal discord" and dysfunction on the coaching staff.

• Monken's career path is viewed as a series of calculated moves designed to position himself for an NFL head coaching job.

• The Cavaliers acquired James Harden from the Clippers in a blockbuster trade that sent Darius Garland to Los Angeles.

• The Harden-Garland swap is characterized as a "desperation trade" between two teams eager to resolve difficult player situations.

• Harden's primary motivation for forcing the trade was reportedly financial, stemming from the Clippers' unwillingness to fully guarantee his contract.

• Harden's history as a difficult teammate and poor defender presents a significant risk for the Cavaliers.

• The Cavaliers are gambling on Harden's short-term performance to improve their immediate playoff prospects, a move star player Donovan Mitchell supported.

• A fan questions the Guardians' contradictory risk management, noting they avoid financial risk in free agency but embrace the risk of relying on unproven prospects.

• Monken's comments about his childhood sparks a nostalgic conversation about vintage sports board games like vibrating football and Strat-O-Matic.

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• The Browns have hired experienced offensive coach Todd Monken as their 19th full-time head coach.
• Initial fan reaction to the hire was mixed, but winning will ultimately determine his approval.
• Inside Monken's difficult 2019 season in Cleveland
• Monken is known for a blunt, no-nonsense coaching philosophy focused on accountability and winning.
• The Browns prioritized fixing their "broken" and lowest-scoring offense by hiring Monken over defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz.
• As a play-calling specialist rather than a "CEO" type, Monken's success will heavily depend on hiring a strong, autonomous defensive coordinator.
• Why it's unlikely that defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz will return after being passed over for the head coaching position.
• Why Monken's immediate priorities should be to establish an offensive vision and build trust with defensive players who supported Schwartz.
• The Cavs' recent success is credited to a dramatic improvement in their defensive performance.
• A debate has emerged over Darius Garland's future role, with Terry suggesting he could lead the second unit upon his return from injury.
• The Guardians signed star third baseman Jose Ramirez to a significant four-year, $107 million contract extension.
• Ramirez's deal, which includes deferred money and a hometown discount, is highlighted as a rare act of player loyalty in modern sports.
• Remembering the late Gary Briggs, a witty and beloved former trainer for the Cavaliers.
• A listener recalls the legendary 1968 World Series story of the Detroit Tigers moving Gold Glove outfielder Mickey Stanley to shortstop.

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• NFL coaching searches are highly unpredictable, with success often coming from candidates with unassuming résumés rather than just impressive ones.
• Many elite NFL coaches, like John Harbaugh and Andy Reid, were hired from non-coordinator roles, proving that a candidate's title doesn't always predict success.
• The rapid rise of young coaches like Grant Udinski highlights that potential and impressing the right people can create a fast track to prominent NFL roles.
• The "Moneyball" principle applies to coaching hires; despite confidence in interviews, success is unpredictable as the head coach role requires intangible skills beyond X's and O's.
• Sean McDermott is considered a strong coaching candidate due to his proven track record of building a winning culture in Buffalo and developing QB Josh Allen.
• Despite regular-season success, McDermott's legacy is hampered by his inability to win a Super Bowl, consistently falling short in critical playoff moments.
• The discussion highlights a preference for experienced, known commodities like McDermott over high-risk, high-reward "hot" candidates to minimize the gamble of a coaching search.
• Jim Schwartz successfully turned around a winless Lions team but ultimately had a losing record.

• The Cleveland Browns' head coaching job is viewed as less attractive ("bottom tier") than others due to organizational instability and immense pressure.
• "Watson exhaustion"—the pressure to make the Deshaun Watson trade succeed—is fueling organizational turmoil and staff turnover within the Browns.
• An intriguing possibility for the Browns is hiring a veteran defensive head coach like McDermott while retaining Jim Schwartz as DC to form a powerful leadership duo.
• Monday's Cavs loss to OKC highlighted a philosophical flaw, exposing their offense-first "finesse" style as vulnerable against tougher, more disciplined defensive teams.
• The underperformance of highly-paid Cavaliers veterans like Lonzo Ball and DeAndre Hunter is a major factor in the team's current struggles.
• Amidst rising MLB salaries, Terry suggest the Guardians give Jose Ramirez a "good faith" bonus on his team-friendly contract to acknowledge his value.
• Which coaches/ managers have the biggest impact on the success of a team: Baseball, basketball or football? A listener asks.

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• The Browns have fired head coach Kevin Stefanski after a tumultuous week.
• A fan asks about the team's "smart, tough, accountable" mantra, which Terry says faded with the controversial arrival of quarterback Deshaun Watson.
• Some fans defend Stefanski, arguing he was a scapegoat for a flawed roster built by the front office.
• Terry suggests the firing was justified, as Stefanski had "run out of gas" and lost his way as a play-caller.
• Unlike past firings, there was no public "internal discord" between the head coach and general manager.
• Hiring a veteran coach like John Harbaugh is considered a fan fantasy, as he would likely seek a more stable situation.
• Current defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz is a leading internal candidate, offering maturity and continuity for the top-tier defense.
• External offensive coordinator candidates like Dan Pitcher and Todd Monken are being vetted, with Monken's experience making him a more compelling option.
• Seahawks DC Aden Durde is an intriguing but unproven candidate.
• Stefanski is expected to land another job quickly and may be relieved to be free from the pressure of coaching the Browns.
• While unattractive to established coaches, the Browns' head coaching job is a coveted opportunity for coordinators seeking their first chance.
• A stark statistic reveals the Browns have finished last in their division 16 times in the last 23 years, underscoring the team's long-term struggles.
• Running back Nick Chubb made a successful return from a catastrophic knee injury, playing in 15 games.
• Darius Garland's recent aggressive play and return to form have provided a significant boost for the Cavs.
• The emergence of Craig Porter Jr. has earned him a key role in the Cavaliers' rotation at the expense of veteran Lonzo Ball.
• The Guardians took a second baseman instead of an outfielder with the No. 1 overall pick of the 2024 draft. A listener asks: Why?

• The hosts pay tribute to the versatile talent and career of 100-year-old actor Dick Van Dyke.

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• The big question: Is Shedeur Sanders the Browns' long-term answer at quarterback? His development is a work in progress amidst a poor offense.
• A compelling case for the Browns to use a high draft pick on a "sure thing" wide receiver like Carnell Tate instead of a risky QB, providing a reliable weapon for the next decade.
• The offensive line is a top priority for a complete overhaul, with a need to invest heavily in the draft and free agency to find a cornerstone "10-year left tackle."
• Jerry Jeudy's disappointing season raises questions about his future with the team given his large contract.
• After a shaky start, kicker Andre Szmyt has become a reliable and above-average weapon, solidifying a key position for the Browns.
• Quarterback Dillon Gabriel is largely viewed as a long-term backup, a role highlighted by fan reactions during a recent game appearance.
• A debate emerged comparing the calm demeanor of Browns coach Kevin Stefanski to the fiery, culture-changing style of Indiana's Curt Cignetti, questioning which approach is better for a struggling team.
• The modern college football landscape, with NIL and the transfer portal, allows for much faster program turnarounds than the more structured team-building environment of the NFL.
• Cavs guard Darius Garland has shown a recent resurgence, playing more like the dynamic, aggressive offensive player he has been in the past.
• Despite a recent win, the Cavs' defense remains a major concern, as they continue to struggle with transition defense and rebounding.
• The Cavaliers are criticized for their heavy reliance on high-volume three-point shooting, with suggestions they should focus more on attacking the paint.
• There's a belief that the Cavaliers' offense functions best when center Jarrett Allen is happy and actively involved as more than just a screener.
• Fans expressed grave concern over MLB's official partnerships with sports betting companies, fearing it compromises the game's integrity.
• Frustration is mounting over MLB's slow action in the gambling case involving Guardians players, especially when compared to the NBA's swift response in similar situations.
• A top offseason wish for the Guardians is to trade from their pitching depth to acquire a much-needed right-handed power-hitting outfielder.
• The system allowing wealthy MLB teams to sign "ready-made" international players is debated as unfair, sparking ideas for creating more parity for smaller markets.

• The lack of playing time for offensive lineman Zak Zinter, despite numerous injuries, raises questions about his future with the Browns.

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• The Browns fan base is divided, with some calling for Kevin Stefanski's firing while others blame owner Jimmy Haslam and the "sabotage" of the Deshaun Watson trade.
• GM Andrew Berry's draft history is under scrutiny, with notable misses like Jedrick Wills but also successful trades, showcasing a mixed but promising record.
• Stefanski faces criticism for poor in-game management, clock-management issues and consistently failing special teams.
• Terry says there's a critical need for the Browns to acquire veteran players in the offseason to bring stability to the roster, especially on special teams and the offensive line.
• WR Jerry Jeudy has been a major disappointment, criticized for inconsistent play and a casual attitude toward crucial mistakes, labeling him a "liability."
• Rookie QB Shedeur Sanders shows potential and maturity under difficult circumstances but needs to improve on holding the ball too long, which has led to excessive sacks.
• Rookie kicker Andre Szmyt has emerged as a bright spot and a reliable long-term solution, hitting 18 of his last 20 field goals, including a clutch 50-yarder in harsh conditions.
• The Cavaliers are "stuck on the spin cycle" due to a plague of injuries to key players like Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen and Darius Garland, preventing team consistency.
• Donovan Mitchell's "Superman" role is considered unsustainable, with concerns that his heavy offensive workload will lead to burnout before the playoffs.
• A listener says that expectations for Evan Mobley may be too high; developing into a consistent 19-point, 10-rebound, NBA All-Defensive Team player should be viewed as a major success.
• The Cavaliers' offense is inefficiently reliant on three-pointers, ranking near the top in attempts but in the bottom third for percentage, failing to leverage their frontcourt strength.
• Terry says a deep playoff run for the Cavaliers is now considered a "long shot" due to significant injuries, an overworked Donovan Mitchell, and a flawed offensive strategy.
• The Guardians are remaining quiet this offseason, with significant roster additions expected to come via trade rather than through free agent signings.
• Former Guardians pitcher Triston McKenzie is experiencing a concerning career decline due to a severe case of "the yips," which has derailed his control and command.
• Terry recommends the book "1861" by Jay Winick for its compelling, character-driven narrative of the weeks leading up to the U.S. Civil War.

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• Cleveland.com's Paul Hoynes has won the BBWAA Career Excellence Award, the highest honor for baseball writers, securing his place in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Terry Pluto praised Hoynes' "utterly remarkable" work ethic and elite writing talent, noting his longevity in the demanding field is highly impressive.
• The Browns' special teams fell down on the job again, with a blocked punt and a long return vs. the Titans.
• Coach Kevin Stefanski's uncharacteristically public criticism of the run defense is seen as a sign of significant internal frustration.
• An analytics-driven, late-game two-point conversion strategy was undone by poor execution, including a fumbled snap and a mistimed trick play.
• An argument that the Browns should use high draft picks on offensive linemen and receivers instead of a QB, as top rookie QBs often fail without a strong supporting cast.
• QB Shedeur Sanders benefited from not playing early in the season, as it allowed him to go to "pro football school" and learn the NFL system, similar to Patrick Mahomes's development, Terry says.
• Sanders's impressive performance has revived optimism for the Browns, leading Stefanski to name him the starter for the remainder of the season to evaluate his potential.
• Terry says Stefanski appears "mentally worn out," and while his job is precarious, a strong finish to the season led by Sanders could potentially save his position.
• The Cavs' 14-11 start is a major disappointment, with the team looking "discombobulated" due to player injuries and a flawed, three-point-heavy "lazy offense."
• Darius Garland's poor shooting and defensive struggles raise serious concerns that he is not fully recovered from foot surgery, prompting suggestions that he should rest.
• A Guardians fan writes to question why the team re-signed catcher Austin Hedges for $4 million, and cites his low batting average.
• Outfielder Chase DeLauter is identified as the Guardians' true top prospect, possessing a rare combination of size, power, and skill, with only his injury history being a concern.
• A funny listener email about trying to cancel NFL Sunday Ticket.

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• The Browns' 3-9 record mirrors last season's, showing a lack of progress and ranking them among the worst teams since the 2024 season opener.
• The Browns' special teams unit was labeled a "total embarrassment," having surrendered five punt or kickoff return touchdowns in the last two seasons, the most in the NFL.
• Terry Pluto blames the coaching staff for the special teams' consistent failures in coverage schemes and player development.
• A major issue with the special teams is the absence of a player who "captains" the units, as performance hasn't improved even with safety Grant Delpit volunteering.
• Despite being hired to elevate the special teams, coach Bubba Ventrone's unit has regressed to being "awful," failing to replicate the top-10 success he had in Indianapolis.
• Following a listener's email, the hosts agreed that with the season lost, the Browns should continue playing rookie QB Shedeur Sanders to fully evaluate his potential.
• While Sanders has shown progress operating from under center, a major concern is his tendency to hold onto the ball and take sacks, a habit that often carries over from college to the NFL.
• Terry expresses declining confidence in head coach Kevin Stefanski, whose job security is in question due to the team's stagnant 3-9 record and low-ranked offense.
• Defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz: Head coaching candidate?.
• The two possible futures for the Browns: a leadership change due to a lack of progress, or ownership giving the current regime a two-year window to rebuild.
• The Cavs' 13-9 start is described as "clunky" and unsettled due to injuries that have forced them to use 12 different starting lineups.
• There is an ongoing debate about Evan Mobley's inconsistent role, questioning whether he is better suited as an elite all-around defender and rebounder rather than a primary scorer.
• Donovan Mitchell's heavy workload is a concern, with his minutes climbing over 34 per game, risking burnout before the playoffs.
• Second-year player Jaylon Tyson is emerging as a leader, earning enough respect from veterans to publicly state the team needed to play harder after a recent loss.
• The central debate among Guardians fans is whether to accept playoff contention on a small budget or demand the team spend on free-agent hitters to pursue a World Series.
• Analysis shows the Guardians have the financial flexibility and desperate need to create a "batting factory" to complement their successful "pitching factory."
• Listener Ed Cohen emails and asks: Why not use MLB's new automated ball-strike system on every pitch? Tennis uses technology to great advantage, he says.

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• Thanks to you, our listeners! Without you we wouldn't be here.

• Shedeur Sanders' starting debut was "intriguing," marked by poise and a crucial avoidance of mistakes.
• Sanders' performance demonstrated clear evidence of his discipline to avoid negative plays.

• Myles Garrett: The best Browns defensive player Terry has ever seen?
• Coach Kevin Stefanski offered rare, high praise for a Sanders pass, signaling genuine excitement in his own Stefanski way.
• The disruptive play of interior defensive linemen Mason Graham and Maliek Collins is a key factor in the defense's overall dominance.
• The upcoming game against the 49ers will be a different kind of challenge for Sanders.
• A primary goal for the remainder of the season is to thoroughly evaluate the young quarterbacks to inform future roster decisions.
• Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson earned a positive grade for navigating numerous injuries and successfully developing young players.
• A debate is ongoing about whether Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley can evolve into the MVP-caliber offensive star the team envisions.
• Terry Pluto argues that Mobley's value lies in his elite defense and unselfish play, and he should not be forced into a primary scorer role.
• Josh Naylor’s new contract with the Mariners includes a rare full no-trade clause, granting him significant leverage.
• A listener emails about the gambling investigation involving Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz.
• The Ohio State-Michigan game's importance for legacy persists, with Coach Ryan Day attempting a new, calmer approach to preparation.
• Terry Pluto recommends the book Ernie Pyle's War for its vivid and powerful portrayal of the experiences of soldiers in World War II.

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• Bernie Kosar's Successful Liver Transplant: Following a successful liver transplant, Bernie Kosar tells Terry he is in "great shape" and good spirits, with the initial critical 48 hours passing without signs of infection or rejection.
• The Haslams' Financial Support for Kosar: The Haslam family has been paying for Kosar's health insurance for many years, a gesture that has saved him "millions of dollars" in medical expenses accumulated from numerous hospitalizations.

• Myles Garrett's Historic Performance: Myles Garrett is having an "epic" season, continuing to dominate with multiple sacks against the Ravens and showcasing extraordinary athleticism, putting him on pace to challenge the single-season sack record.
• The Impact of the Upgraded Defensive Line: The addition of quality interior linemen like Mason Graham and Maliek Collins has been a key factor in Myles Garrett's success, as it prevents quarterbacks from stepping up and forces offenses to account for multiple threats.
• The Challenging Road for Shedeur Sanders: Rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders is facing the tough reality of an NFL fifth-round pick, receiving very few first-team practice reps and adjusting to being a developmental player on a struggling team.
• Rushing Young Quarterbacks: There is significant concern that the Browns are repeating a historical mistake of rushing an unprepared rookie quarterback, Shedeur Sanders, into a difficult situation, similar to past failures with players like Tim Couch and DeShone Kizer.
• The Browns' Flawed Quarterback Room Construction: The front office is criticized for trading away veteran Kenny Pickett, leaving the team without a seasoned backup and creating an inexperienced quarterback room similar to the flawed strategy of the 2017 winless season.
• The Draft Pedigree of Top NFL Quarterbacks: Terry finds data showing that 18 of the top 20 NFL quarterbacks were first-round picks, highlighting the long odds against a fifth-round rookie like Shedeur Sanders becoming a franchise-altering starter.
• Cavs' Winning Record Masks Underlying Issues: Despite a 10-5 record, the Cavs' performance is described as a "slog," with an over-reliance on Donovan Mitchell due to injuries, a formula considered unsustainable for long-term success.
• Evan Mobley's game: How should Evan Mobley adjust after an up-and-down start? He appears to be struggling to find his offensive identity and go-to moves.
• Jarrett Allen's Uncertain Role with the Cavs: Allen's future as part of the team's "core four" is being questioned after being benched in the fourth quarter of multiple games, sparking debate about his long-term fit.
• Steven Kwan's Future in Cleveland: Can the Guardians afford to re-sign Gold Glover Steven Kwan? Or is a trade a strong possibility?

• Why the Guardians Released Pitcher John Means: The decision to decline John Means' $6 million option was likely due to poor performance, evidenced by his alarming 7.97 ERA and seven home runs allowed in a short AAA stint.
• The Mechanics of Blocking Field Goals: A reader punches holes in the theory about moving the holder and kicker further back from 7 to 10 yards. He says it's impractical as the longer snap time and wider angle would give edge rushers a significant advantage in blocking the kick.
• Andre Szmyt's Quietly Effective Season: After a disastrous first game, Browns kicker Andre Szmyt has stabilized the position, proving reliable by making 15 of his last 17 field goals and all extra points.

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• Browns fan sentiment has shifted from despair to anger, with calls for firings and major changes.
• Terry Pluto argues the 1980s Browns era was defined by consistent success, not just heartbreaking losses like "The Drive."
• The franchise's identity since 1999 has been a perpetual and unsuccessful search for a quarterback.
• Why a new stadium will not improve the Browns' on-field performance due to the NFL's salary cap structure.
• A listener's analogy, endorsed by Pluto, compares a bad offensive line to a bad baseball bullpen that collapses the entire team.
• The hosts highlight the rare importance of a great offensive line coach, questioning if former coach Bill Callahan would return to the current instability.
• The loss to the Jets: the "beginning of the end" for head coach Kevin Stefanski?
• Why the defeat was statistically unprecedented: Since 1950, teams holding opponents under 175 yards with zero turnovers were 225-0 before the Browns' loss.
• The Browns' special teams have become a glaring liability, allowing an NFL-worst six return touchdowns under coach Bubba Ventrone.
• A failed fourth-down play against the Jets epitomized the team's dysfunction in both play-calling and execution.
• Analysis revealed that quarterback play and other factors, not just the O-line, were responsible for nearly half of the sacks allowed.
• Kevin Stefanski's offense, which once excelled with backup quarterbacks, has severely regressed this season.
• Terry Pluto fondly remembered the late Lenny Wilkens as a Hall of Fame coach, a great teacher of basketball, and a man of dignity.
• A new injury to Darius Garland puts pressure on Donovan Mitchell and the current Cavaliers to find alternative offensive schemes.
• Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been federally charged in a game-fixing scheme involving manipulating on-field events.
• The indictment identifies Clase as the instigator who recruited Ortiz for a surprisingly small financial payout.
• The scandal may cost Clase his $6 million salary for 2025 and two team options worth an additional $20 million.
• A key unanswered question is whether Clase attempted to recruit other players who may have reported the scheme.
• A listener has a scenario about a stolen base and the new challenge system in MLB for balls and strikes. What Terry and David think it could mean.

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• After the podcast took a week off, Terry shares hiking tips for Wayne National Forest near Marietta.
• Terry has some upcoming book signings for his new book, starting this week.

• Terry on the Browns’ endless quarterback struggles.
• Browns shift play-calling duties from Stefanski to Tommy Rees. Will it matter?
• Reese brings college experience.
• Terry doubts the change fixes deeper offensive issues, calls it cosmetic.
• Compares Browns’ offense to broken car needing major repairs.
• Listener email blames Haslams for Browns’ quarterback chaos and dysfunction.
• A listener criticizes the Browns for their poor QB evaluations.
• Terry questions if Sam Darnold or Geno Smith would have changed Browns’ fate.
• Flacco’s Bengals stats spark debate on Browns’ offensive shortcomings.
• Browns’ offensive line ranks 31st in true pass set grades.

• Rookie Harold Fannin Jr. praised for versatility and strong blocking.
• Email asks last fear-inducing Browns receiver; Josh Gordon mentioned.
• Browns draft priorities: elite offensive tackle and wide receiver.
• Cavs start clunky but show defensive improvement and effort.

• Terry suggests a big change off the bench for lineup flexibility.

• Mobley and Allen pairing debated; Terry favors creative rotation options.
• Donovan Mitchell praised for leadership and relentless effort on court.
• Cavs rank third-best regular season record since Mitchell trade.
• Terry compares Mitchell’s impact to Jose Ramirez for Guardians.

• Terry recaps World Series and Blue Jays’ surprising run.
• Ernie Clement’s breakout postseason highlighted as ultimate underdog story.
• Clement’s journey: waived by Cleveland, now thriving with Toronto.
• Terry calls for MLB salary cap to fix payroll disparity.
• Blue Jays’ advantage: Canada-wide market and Rogers-owned media empire.
• Guardians praised for stability under Stephen Vogt despite payroll limits.
• AL Manager of Year debate: Vogt vs Schneider after playoffs.
• Terry previews Guardians’ offseason priorities and looming hot stove season.

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• The Browns' upcoming game against the Patriots' strong run defense will be a crucial test of whether their run-heavy offense is a sustainable identity or a one-game anomaly.
• Despite a convincing win, there are questions about whether the win over the Dolphins was "just one game" and that the run-first formula is not a sustainable model for winning against a tough schedule.
• Fan frustration is directed at the front office, with GM Andrew Berry criticized for poor roster construction on the offensive line and at receiver, making it difficult to evaluate quarterback performance.
• Joe Flacco's resurgence with the Bengals is attributed to a superior supporting cast, highlighting how a quarterback's environment is critical to their success.
• Who's the Browns' best rookie so far? We rank the 2025 Browns rookie class.

• The 2024 NFL rookie class is proving to be historically productive, setting all-time records for scrimmage yards and touchdowns through the first seven weeks of a season.
• The Browns' offensive struggles are systemic, as a weak offensive line creates a chain reaction that limits the passing game and negatively impacts the production of players like receiver Jerry Jeudy.
• Numerous former Guardians players are finding significant postseason success with the Toronto Blue Jays, leading to mixed feelings and "what if" questions for Guardians fans.
• A stark financial divide in MLB makes it extremely difficult for small-market teams to win the World Series, as high-payroll teams can afford the power hitters crucial for playoff success.
• There is a noticeable lack of buzz for the upcoming Cavaliers season, and Terry says it's driven by a fan perception that the team has hit its ceiling after two consecutive second-round playoff exits.
• The Cavaliers' path to a deeper playoff run involves evolving their offense to handle pressure, increasing the pace of play, and using Donovan Mitchell more as a primary playmaker.
• Terry talks about his recent columns on visiting grave sites and how the topic has resonated with readers.

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• Terry shares a “moment of wisdom” about venting in emails: tone and humor are lost compared to spoken conversation.
• Discussion on Browns’ offensive struggles against the Steelers: 82 snaps, Quinshon Judkins only played 33 despite being top offensive weapon.
• Browns ran only 17 times for 65 yards, despite game being close early; heavy reliance on passing (27 passes vs. 11 runs in first three quarters).
• Missed opportunities: Judkins absent on key goal-line plays; lack of creativity like play-action fakes.
• Terry suggests Kevin Stefanski looks “shell-shocked” by offensive failures; quotes Stefanski: “Before you start winning, you’ve got to stop losing.”
• Offensive line woes highlighted: aging starters (Teller, Bitonio, Pocic, Conklin all 30+); poor Pro Football Focus grades (best was 64.7).
• Listener email proposes 2026 offseason rebuild: draft tackles, replace veterans,.
• Receiver issues: Jerry Jeudy drops (7 in 6 games) and costly penalties; Fannin also had key drops despite flashes of talent.
• Gabriel sacked six times, hit 16 times; Browns threw 58 times including sacks—offensive imbalance and protection failures.
• Debate on ownership accountability: email argues Haslams should sell; Terry counters owners rarely sell, especially after stadium deal.
• Terry plugs new book: Why Can’t This Team Find a Quarterback? covering Browns’ QB struggles since 1999 and ownership dynamics.
• Mike Tomlin’s reaction to Browns trading Joe Flacco to Bengals: “shocking”; Terry and David analyze implications and AFC North competitiveness.
• Browns’ strategy likened to Guardians’ “thread the needle” approach—trying to win while developing young players; trade rumors hinted.
• Positive draft notes: Judkins, Fannin, Schwesinger praised; Tyson Campbell trade seen as promising despite questionable usage vs. DK Metcalf.
• Special teams bright spot: rookie kicker Andre Szmyt solid after rough opener (3-for-3 in Pittsburgh).

• Guardians offseason priorities: extend José Ramírez again, pursue right-handed power bat, consider Stephen Kwan’s future contract.
• Cavs preview: season opens Oct. 22; focus on pace, bench depth, unlocking Mobley and Hunter; injury concerns for Garland and Lonzo Ball.
• Faith column reflections: Terry shares story on visiting graves and human moments in sports.
• And a closing email from a listener who says baseball isn't the only sport without a clock and with lots of drama.

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• Discussion on Browns' quarterback situation and Joe Flacco trade to Bengals.
• Concerns over Browns' offensive struggles and inability to score 20+ points.
• Debate on Kevin Stefanski's future and offensive play-calling decisions.
• Analysis of Browns' wide receiver performance and lack of support for quarterbacks.
• Evaluation of Dylan Gabriel's performance and potential as starting QB.
• Criticism of Browns' offensive strategy and use of top players in key situations.
• Listener email on Myles Garrett's MVP candidacy and defensive performance.
• Breakdown of Browns' penalties and coaching discipline issues.
• Discussion on Browns' upcoming game against Pittsburgh and quarterback depth.
• Commentary on Bill Belichick's struggles in college coaching at North Carolina.
• Guardians' season wrap-up and front office's approach to team building.
• Debate on whether teams are 'wasting' star players' careers (e.g., Jose Ramirez, Aaron Judge).
• Guardians' pitching success post-suspensions and future roster considerations.
• Listener emails on Guardians' lineup decisions and player development.
• Cavs preseason updates and expectations for faster pace and player roles.
• LeBron James' whiskey ad and its reception among fans.
• Should MLB players shake hands after a playoff series?

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• Cleveland sports had a wild week, with dramatic Guardians wins and unexpectedly large home crowds.
• Jose Ramirez’s playoff consistency contrasts with Francisco Lindor’s limited postseason success since joining the Mets.
• Jose’s commitment to Cleveland shows in his extension and emotional postgame celebration declaring “This is my home.”
• Terry Francona’s magic continues with the Reds, despite their lack of standout stats or star players.
• Stephen Vogt’s appeal to fans shows his understanding of Cleveland’s working-class culture and school-night realities.
• Guardians pulled off a historic comeback, overcoming a 15.5-game deficit to win the division.
• The team’s resilience recalls the 1914 Boston Braves, who rallied from 15 games back to win.
• Guardians starters had a streak of 19 games allowing two or fewer runs, a rare achievement.
• Baseball’s unpredictability and “never over until it’s over” nature make it a unique test of faith.
• Progressive Field’s renovations helped attract younger fans, blending tradition with modern fan experiences.
• Guardians reached 2 million in attendance for back-to-back years, a milestone for a small-market team.
• Chase DeLauter joins the playoff taxi squad, signaling potential late-season impact if needed.
• Aidan Hutchinson was left in one-on-one matchups 17 times against Browns swing tackle Cornelius Lucas?.

• Quinshon Judkins and Harold Fannin Jr. were praised for their impact, especially Judkins’ ability to turn short gains into longer runs.

• Only one solid performance in four games; a touchdown was allowed on special teams against Detroit.
• There’s reluctance to reintegrate Watson despite his eligibility to return, with comparisons to awkward social encounters.
• Both hosts agreed that starting Gabriel wouldn’t solve deeper offensive issues and could expose him to unnecessary risk.

• Lonzo Ball expressed surprise that Cleveland had water (Lake Erie), highlighting how little some players know about the city before arriving.
• Cavs media day injury updates on Darius Garland and Max Strus.
• Uniform Talk: Mixed reactions to the Browns’ “Alpha Dawg” uniforms. Some fans loved them, others (including Terry) did not.

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• The Guardians were down 15.5 games in July and 12.5 games in late August but are now on the verge of overtaking the Tigers. How have they done this?

• Terry noted the Tigers’ collapse could be historic, while the Guardians risk losing momentum at the finish line.
• Terry contends the Guardians' defensive improvement coincided with Brayan Rocchio moving to second base and Gabriel Arias to shortstop.

• José Ramírez rebounded from a rough April and is back to playing B+/A- level defense

• Bo Naylor’s September surge (.306 AVG, 3 HR, 14 RBI in 14 games) has been a game-changer.
• Terry speculated Naylor may have finally found the right adjustments after years of tinkering.
• Listener Max emailed about the Guardians’ momentum, arguing that being red-hot matters more than being the best team on paper, and how far could they go in the playoffs?

• The Browns’ defense is elite, ranking #1 in yards allowed and #2 in yards per play allowed.
• The offense is middle-of-the-pack in yards and yards per play, suggesting it’s not as bad as perceived.

• The Browns’ tackle situation is dire, with Dawand Jones out for the season and Jack Conklin injured.
• Should the Browns use Adin Huntington as a blocking tight end to help protect Joe Flacco?
• Quinshon Judkins could see more snaps due to his blocking ability and versatility.
• Is it time to move field goal kickers back to 9-10 yards to reduce blocks? Terry loves the idea.

• The Cavs' Kenny Atkinson and Koby Altman previewed the season, and Terry last the latest, including on the injuries to Max Strus and Darius Garland.
• Garland’s injury is likely turf toe, with a return timeline of 10–20 games.
• Atkinson praised rookie Jaylon Tyson’s intensity and potential impact.
• The Cavs have won the third-most games in the NBA over the last three years, behind only Boston and OKC.
• Their core four (Mobley, Allen, Garland, Mitchell) are all under multi-year contracts and entering their prime.
• Atkinson wants to unlock more of Evan Mobley’s ball-handling ability to counter pressure defenses.

• Seven of the 15 players on the roster were second-round picks or undrafted. Why that matters.
• A listener email about the Browns' uniforms against the Packers. He hates them. Send in your favorite or most hated uniforms and we'll read them on the podcast.

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• The Guardians are still in playoff contention despite injuries and setbacks.
• Terry reflects on decades of poor performance by the team before the 1990s.
• Since 2013, under Terry Francona, the Guardians have had only two losing seasons.
• Stephen Vogt has matched Francona’s win total through his first 310 games.
• The team’s consistent competitiveness is often underappreciated by fans.
• Guardians are three games out of the wild card with 13 games left.
• Terry praises MLB’s expanded playoff format for keeping more teams relevant.
• Guardians’ pitching depth continues to be a strength despite injuries.
• Terry discusses the impact of trades, especially the one involving Mike Clevinger.
• Austin Hedges is praised for his leadership and handling of pitchers, despite poor hitting.
• Terry supports the six-man rotation as a way to preserve pitchers’ arms.
• Parker Messick leads the team in ERA; other young pitchers are contributing well.
• Jose Ramirez is lauded for his leadership and playing through injuries.
• Brian Rocchio’s move to second base has improved the infield defense.
• Terry suggests Travis Bazzana could be moved to the outfield to keep Rocchio at second.
• The Guardians’ remaining schedule includes games against Detroit, Minnesota, and Texas.
• Terry and David transition to discussing the Browns’ embarrassing loss to the Ravens.
• Joe Flacco struggled, and the game plan didn’t help; coaching decisions are questioned.
• Injuries and poor performance from high-paid players like Jack Conklin and Denzel Ward are highlighted.
• Terry defends Myles Garrett’s performance amid fan criticism.
• Browns’ defense ranks seventh in limiting explosive plays; Packers rank first.
• Concerns raised about offensive play-calling and lack of deception.
• Terry warns against rushing to bench Flacco after one bad game.
• Baker Mayfield’s resurgence with Tampa Bay sparks debate about his time in Cleveland.
• Terry believes the Browns mishandled Baker’s injury and departure.
• The Watson trade is described as a franchise-altering decision with long-term consequences.
• Terry and David discuss the Cavs’ offseason workouts and injury challenges.

• Cavs aim to improve endurance and toughness to match teams like Indiana and OKC.
• Terry shares insights on player rotations and injury recovery strategies.
• The podcast wraps with listener emails about sports nicknames and historical anecdotes.
• Terry mentions his column on Antietam and reflections on historical figures like Jesse Reno.

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• Defense Shines: The Browns' defense was the standout, with strong halftime adjustments by Schwartz.
• Flacco’s Performance: Joe Flacco ran the offense effectively, showing poise despite his age.
• Rookie Impact: Harold Fannin Jr. and Dylan Sampson contributed significantly in short-passing schemes.
• Greg Newsome’s Contract Year: Newsome had a strong showing against a top-tier receiving corps.
• Carson Schwesinger’s Debut: The rookie linebacker posted 8 tackles and a 90.0 PFF grade.
• Quinshon Judkins Signed: His aggressive running style is expected to elevate the Browns’ ground game.
• Flacco’s Interceptions: Both were considered “safe” throws, not poor decisions.
• Offensive Line Concerns: Jack Conklin’s durability and performance are worries.
• Dawand Jones Struggles: Four penalties and poor grading raise questions about his readiness.
• Lack of Takeaways: The Browns again failed to force turnovers, continuing last season’s trend.
• Andre Szmyt’s Debut: Strong start but missed two key kicks in the second half.
• Historical Perspective: Terry discusses past Browns kickers and the evolution of expectations.
• Potential new kickers for the Browns
• Phil Dawson’s Legacy: Compared to current standards, Dawson’s early career stats wouldn’t cut it today.
• Kicker Turnover: Since 2020, the Browns have cycled through eight kickers; 15 since Dawson left in 2012.
• Guardians Still Fighting: Despite two major losing streaks, they remain in playoff contention.
• Brian Rocchio’s Growth: Improved batting average and elite defense at second base.
• Kyle Manzardo’s Emergence: Batting .281 with 10 HRs since the All-Star break; improving defensively.
• 2024 MLB Draft Class Check-In: Updates on Travis Bazzana and other top picks.

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• Our Browns predictions -- for this season, and for Sunday's opener vs. the Bengals.
• Uncertainty around Quinshon Judkins due to contract and legal issues.
• Joe Flacco will start; here's what that might look like;
• The Browns' emphasis on returning to zone blocking and balanced offense.
• Concerns about secondary injuries, especially Denzel Ward.
• A listener presents a scenario: How good would the Browns be with Joe Burrow at QB?
• Critique of past offensive schemes and coaching missteps.
• Why new OL coach Mike Bloomgren and a return to zone blocking will matter when the Browns win Sunday (as both Terry and David predict).
• The Micah Parsons trade compared to Browns retaining Myles Garrett.
• Browns aim to stay competitive without full rebuild.
• Terry's take on Arch Manning, and Bill Belichick.
• Could the kicking game give the Browns 2-3 more wins? A listener wonders.
• The continued impact of suspensions to Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz.
• Underperformance of young position players.
• Prospects watch: Kyle Manzardo, Angel Martinez, Ralphy Velazquez, Josh Hartle, and Cooper Ingle.
• Travis Bazzana: A listener sends in a feel-good story.
• A listener email about some of his favorite Cleveland sports nicknames of years past.

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• Browns cut day: Key decisions and their impact on the roster.
• Terry's take on the kicking situation now that the Browns have cut Dustin Hopkins.
• Inside the Browns' roster moves and Guardians' struggles.
• Discussing Kenny Pickett's trade to the Raiders and its implications.
• Exploring how gambling affects players and teams.
• Terry Pluto on the Browns' need for a reliable kicker.
• Share Browns predictions for 2025: Email us at sports@cleveland.com, and put "Terry's Talkin'" in the subject line.
• How will the Browns' QB room work with Joe Flacco and two rookies.

• Guardians' losing streak: What it means for the season.
• Why the Rays couldn't have come to town at a worse time for the Guardians and their fans.
• Listener emails about the investigation of Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase, and the future of sports gambling and its implications.
• A listener says it's time to bring back great sports nicknames.

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• Discussion on Joe Flacco being named the Browns' starting quarterback. Insights into the Browns' strategy and decision-making process. Analysis of player performances and expectations for the season.
• What will the Flacco offense look like in 2025?
• Discussion on the Guardians' strategy of rotating players in different positions.
• Terry's quick look at Guardians prospects.
• A debate: Is Brayan Rocchio as good as Andres Gimenez right now? And how does he compare to 2023 Gimenez?
• Who Jaylon Tyson of the Cavs is drawing comparisons to.
• A listener email about "winning trades" and whether wishing ill of players who go to other teams is bad karma.
• Subscribe to Terry's weekly newsletter for exclusive insights and updates. Visit cleveland.com/pluto and click the blue bar at the top to sign up.

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Highlights:

• Analysis of the Guardians' recent performance and playoff chances. Discussion on key players like Gavin Williams and their impact on the team's success. Insights into the team's strategy and upcoming games against Miami and the Braves.
• Recap of the Browns' preseason game against the Panthers. Shedeur Sanders' impressive debut and what it means for the team's future. The importance of preseason games in preparing for the regular season.
• Discussion on the team's roster changes and key players to watch. Insights into the team's strategy for the upcoming season.
• The role of sports journalists in shaping public perception. Reflections on the camaraderie and competition among sports writers. A look at the history of sports journalism in Cleveland.
• "Midnight on the Potomac" by Scott Ellsworth. A captivating narrative of the last year of the Civil War and the Lincoln assassination. Insights into the historical context and the author's unique perspective.
• Subscribe to Terry's newsletter for exclusive insights at cleveland.com/pluto.

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• David Campbell and Terry Pluto discuss the implications of Emmanuel Clase being placed on leave due to an MLB betting investigation, which also involves Luis Ortiz.
• The ongoing investigation is expected to last until at least August 31, raising concerns about the Guardians' playoff chances.
• Emails from fans expressing their discontent with the current state of sports gambling and its impact on players and the integrity of the game.
• Pluto emphasizes that sports gambling is different from other forms of gambling, as it appeals to sports fans who believe they can beat the odds.
• The conversation touches on the dangers of micro bets, which allow wagering on specific plays, and the potential for exploitation in both professional and college sports.
• The Guardians face tough decisions regarding trades, particularly with Carlos Santana and Shane Bieber, as the trade deadline approaches.
• Pluto believes the Guardians' season is nearly over, estimating a "95.9% chance" of that outcome.
• The discussion includes the potential impact of Clase's absence on the team and the financial implications of his contract if he faces a ban.
• The future of players like Shane Bieber, who recently showed promise in a rehab start, and whether he could be trade bait.
• Do the Cavs need another "tough guy"? A listener is asking.
• How many wins is a "good season" for the 2025 Browns?

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• Jose Ramirez: Appreciating in real time a Hall of Fame career in the making;
• Stephen Kwan and Jose Ramirez: All-Star Decisions and why Terry is fine with what they did;
• Angel Martinez: Just what the Guardians need right now;
• Luis Ortiz investigation drags on, which is not a good sign;
• What will the Browns do about their running game?
• A listener asks: Does the Browns QB matter this year with as weak ias the offense is projected to be?
• Cavs Summer League: What did Terry learn?
• More listener tributes to Tom Hamilton as he prepares to receive the Ford C. Frick Award at the Baseball Hall of Fame on Saturday.
• And the best Tom Hamilton poem you'll ever hear.

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• Paul Hoynes' Recognition: Paul Hoynes is a finalist for the Baseball Writers Association of America Career Excellence Award, akin to a Hall of Fame nomination.
• Guardians' Performance: The Guardians experienced a long losing streak followed by a winning streak, entering the All-Star break with a 46-49 record.
• Trade Discussions: The conversation touches on the Guardians' trade strategies, including the impact of trading Josh Naylor and the potential of players like Slade Cecconi.
• Biggest surprises and disappointments for the Guardians so far.
• Draft Strategy: The Guardians' recent draft focused on acquiring big, powerful hitters, reflecting an organizational need for more home run potential.
• Terry's impressions of the Cavs so far in Summer League. And who is Nae’Qwan Tomlin?
• Larry Doby's Legacy: A listener suggests honoring Larry Doby's contributions to baseball by having players wear his number, similar to Jackie Robinson Day.

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• The Cavs made significant trades to improve their roster. Are they better?
• Ty Jerome's contract with the Grizzlies surprised many fans.
• The WNBA is returning to Cleveland, marking a significant milestone. Terry discusses why Joe Tait would have loved the news.
• Fans email in, and they are down about the Guardians, and especially with their sloppy play in the field.
• The Guardians need to make strategic moves before the trade deadline: What can they do? Who should stay and go?
• Browns training camp is approaching, with excitement around new players, especially one rookie.
• Larry Doby's legacy is crucial in understanding Cleveland's sports history, and Terry argues that Doby had it harder than Jackie Robinson did with the Dodgers.
• More listener stories about Tom Hamilton as his Baseball Hall of Fame weekend approaches later this month.

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• 00:06 Guardians' Trade Deadline Dilemma
• 11:11 Evaluating Young Talent and Prospects
• 17:17 The Championship Window and Jose Ramirez's Impact
• 21:26 Analyzing Player Performance: Rocchio vs. Arias
• 25:33 Trade Insights: Evaluating Gimenez and Ortiz
• 29:37 The Guardians' Missing Pieces: Naylor's Impact
• 32:45 Upcoming Challenges: Guardians' Schedule and Expectations
• 35:05 A New Era for the Cavs: Injuries and Salary Cap Dynamics
• 40:06 Ty Jerome's Future: Should the Cavs Commit?
• 45:08 Reflections on the Thunder's Championship and Coaching Dynamics
• 47:27 Behind the Scenes of NBA Analysis
• 49:59 Cavs vs. OKC: A Future Rivalry?
• 53:01 Draft Insights: Cooper Flagg and Future Stars
• 55:28 NFL Contracts: The Deshaun Watson Effect
• 01:05:14 Tom Hamilton: A Cleveland Treasure

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• The Guardians are currently at a pivotal point in their season, sitting at .500.
• Trade discussions are heating up, with players like Carlos Santana and Emmanuel Clase being considered.
• Terry Pluto suggests the Guardians should stay the course for now and not rush into trades.
• The Tigers' turnaround last season serves as a potential model for the Guardians.
• The Guardians lack a clear identity this season, struggling in both pitching and hitting.
• Player performance in the minors does not always translate to success in the majors.
• Listener email asks about the Guardians' logjam at the designated hitter position with David Fry, Carlos Santana and Kyle Manzardo.
• A listener asks: Why can't the Guardians develop hitting stars as well as pitching stars?
• Darius Garland's injury complicates his trade value and future with the Cavs.
• The Cavs may not make significant moves this offseason due to Garland's situation.
• Should the Cavs consider bringing Jarrett Allen off the bench?
• A listener asks: How about shortening NBA games to 40 minutes?
• The Cleveland Browns have had 40 quarterbacks since 1999. Here's who's tied Deshaun Watson with 19 games.
• Nick Chubb has a classy departure to Houston.
• The first of many listener emails about Tom Hamilton as his Hall of Fame Weekend in Cooperstown approaches next month.

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• What Terry saw on Wednesday in Berea at Browns OTAs
• Joe Flacco's experience shines during OTAs.
• Why there's no reason to rush the rookies
• Jim Schwartz says that for Myles Garrett, "Great power comes with great responsibility."
• A listener email about Kenny Pickett's past controversy about not dressing for a game in Pittsburgh.
• Mason Graham has "meat on the bone," Schwartz says.
• Congratulations to Mary Kay Cabot for being named winner of the prestigious Bill Nunn Award
• D.J. Moore, body language and who in Cleveland has exhibited the best and worst body language in recent years.
• Shane Bieber's return could be a turning point for the Guardians.
• Did the Guardians leave Tanner Bibee in too long Tuesday night vs. the Yankees?
• What Cavs fans should take from the NBA Finals matchup this week.
• A listener proposes a blockbuster Cavs-Bucks trade. What does Terry think?
• A listener brings up Wyoming author CJ Box, whose writing brings the Wyoming landscape to life, making it a character in his stories.

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• Terry shares highlights from his recent trip to Wyoming.
• Cavs fans are closely watching the Pacers-Knicks series for insights on their own team.
• The importance of team toughness.
• Officiating in the playoffs is inconsistent and affects gameplay.
• Kenny Atkinson's coaching style is seen as a positive change.
• Cavs practices should be more physical to prepare for playoffs.
• Donovan Mitchell's leadership role: What should it be next season?
• Pressure defense is crucial. Can the Cavs create it?.
• Even Magic Johnson said it: No point guard enjoys being pressured during a game.
• A Terry story about former Cav Sean Kemp'.
• Who knew: Terry was a playwright.
• The Guardians are making strategic player moves.
• The Guardians' play-everyone philosophy is under scrutiny.
• The time is long past for the Guardians to promote C.J. Kayfus.
• The upcoming series against the Angels and Yankees is crucial for the Guardians.
• Our 2 biggest questions about the Browns during OTAs.
• Why the tight ends may play a larger role in the offense this year.
• And Terry's book recommendation for this week.

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• The Cavs faced significant challenges in the playoffs due to injuries and coaching decisions, but listeners have some critiques of Kenny Atkinson's coaching during the playoff series against Indiana.

• The reliance on Darius Garland for ball handling exposed weaknesses in the Cavs' offense.
• The Cavs need to develop more mental toughness to handle playoff pressure. How can they do that?
• Injuries to key players like Garland and Mobley impacted the Cavs' performance.
• Should the playoffs be officiated differently than the regular season?
• The Pacers' style of play highlighted the Cavs' weaknesses in handling pressure.
• A listener asks: Can the 0-16 rebuild era tell us anything about the Browns a decade later?
• The Guardians are struggling. Here are some moves to expect soon, maybe as soon as the next couple of days.
• Send in your Tom Hamilton stories as he prepares to enter the Baseball Hall of Fame in late July. You can email those to sports@cleveland.com and put "Terry's Talkin'" in the subject line.

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• Donovan Mitchell expressed deep disappointment after the Cavs' playoff exit.
• Mitchell's commitment to the team is evident and reassuring for fans.
• The Cavs' playoff performance was marred by injuries and overconfidence.
• Darius Garland's inconsistency raises questions about his playoff readiness.
• The team needs to address the backcourt dynamics moving forward.
• Jared Allen's performance was inconsistent and needs improvement.
• Injuries played a role, but the Cavs could have won more games.
• The emotional pressure of the playoffs affected player performances.
• The Cavs must build around Mitchell to enhance their chances in future playoffs. The Cavaliers are retooling their strategy to focus on three-point shooting.
• Darius Garland's playoff performance has raised concerns among fans.
• The backcourt dynamics between Mitchell and Garland may need re-evaluation.
• The Cavaliers have trade value in their roster, particularly with Jared Allen.
• The Browns' draft strategy was measured. Here's what Terry has been hearing.
• Dylan Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders came at the times the Browns thought appropriate in the draft, as they were determined not to jump too soon.
• The importance of having depth in the running back position is emphasized. Quarterback development requires significant adaptation to new systems.
• The pressure to perform is high for new players in the NFL.
• Terry on what he sees going down with the Guardians in the next month or so.
• A listener asks about how the recent MLB rule changes are being received a few years after their adaptation.
• The reinstatement of players like Pete Rose opens discussions about their legacies.
• Some listener emails about radio baseball, Ten-Cent Beer Night, and Cleveland's memorable comeback against Seattle in the playoffs in the 1990s.
• A request for listeners to send in their favorite stories or experiences about Guardians play-by-play voice Tom Hamilton.

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• The Cavs' most devastating loss ever?
• What the Cavs can try to win Game 3 vs. the Pacers;
• Browns' Quarterback Situation: How will it work?
• Analyzing the Jaguars-Browns trade from the draft;
• The Future of Nick Chubb
• Quarterback Depth Chart Dynamics
• Evaluating Kenny Pickett's Potential
• How good is the offensive line?
• Jose Ramirez's 250/250 and what it means
• A listener asks: Why not try a four-man pitching rotation?
• Why Kenny Pickett should start
• The Browns are undergoing a significant reset in their strategy
• Running backs and what they mean for the 2025 Browns;
• Terry's next Guardians prospect to watch when it comes to being promoted to the Majors.

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• 00:00 Cavs' Historic Playoff Sweep
• 06:57 The Cavs Team Identity and Impressive Depth
• 19:03 Donovan Mitchell's Leadership and Team Dynamics
• 25:10 Looking Ahead in the Playoffs
• 30:44 Browns Draft: Did What they Did Make Sense?
• 34:11 Why They Took 2 Running Backs
• 39:34 What Was Missing in the Browns' Draft
• 51:39 Shedeur Sanders vs. Dillon Gabriel and the veteran QBs
• 01:05:45 Fan Emails and Expectations for the Browns
• 01:11:12 The Guardians' Banged-Up Pitching Staff
• 01:18:15 Listener Emails about listening to games in years past; and a question from Terry about his favorite Parma sports memories.

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• Cavs vs. Heat: Analyzing Game 1 and what to expect in Game 2
• Kenny Atkinson's Coaching: Regular Season vs. Playoffs
• De'Andre Hunter's lack of Game 1 impact and why the Cavs will need him the rest of the way
• Jarett Allen's Impact: Rebounding and Scoring Efficiency
• Ty Jerome's Breakout playoff game and the nation taking notice
• A listener asks: Should the Cavs rest Donovan Mitchell's ankle so he's ready for the Celtics?
• A fan asks: Who should the Browns take for their rookie QB if they follow Terry's advice and select Travis Hunter No. 2 overall?
• Why the Browns' Deshaun Watson era is over.
• Emmanuel Clase's Struggles and why the Guardians will ride things out;
• Kyle Manzardo's Impressive Start
• Progressive Field's renovation and what Terry calls its "iconic" potential
• A listener asks about whether distractions in sports are real or manufactured.

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• Why Terry thinks the Browns agree with him on Travis Hunter as a their top draft pick.
• Andrew Berry was more candid than usual in the predraft press conference.
• The history of quarterbacks drafted at number two shows a mixed success rate.
• The Browns need to avoid forced picks in the draft.
• Why Joe Flacco's signing signifies a shift away from the Watson era.
• How Hunter could provide immediate help in multiple areas.
• A reader asks what it might take for the Browns to trade picks with the Saints at No. 9 overall.
• How to help Triston McKenzie get out of his funk.
• Myles Straw goes back to basics in Toronto, and it's working.
• Early comparison of Andres Gimenez vs. Luis Ortiz.
• Who be a better first-round opponent for the Cavs: Miami or Atlanta?
• And some listener emails about a long-ago Cleveland home opener; and sneaking a radio in to hear a game, and getting caught.

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• Terry reflects on the nostalgia and significance of opening day in baseball.
• The Guardians' ballpark experience is designed to appeal to both traditional and modern fans.
• Why Terry is sold on Travis Hunter as the No. 2 overall pick to the Browns.
• A reader asks why Will Howard isn't generating more draft buzz.
• Terry gets into Kenny Pickett's stats and compares them to two other QBs who made the most of another chance with another team.
• Panic check: A listener asks how much panic Terry has for various parts of the Guardians after their slow start.
• Inside Emmanuel Clase's struggles and what's different in 2025.
• Terry is recognized for his sports commentary.
• A listener asks if the Evan Mobley-Kevin Durant comparisons are fitting.
• Inside Cleveland State's hiring of new men's basketball coach Rob Summers.
• Listener story about sneaking a radio into school to listen to the 1975 Indians home opener with Frank Robinson's debut as manager.

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• The Browns' ownership acknowledges a significant misstep with Deshaun Watson.
• Fans often feel powerless in holding ownership accountable for decisions.
• The current Browns regime is taking a more measured approach to team building.
• A listener writes in, and says the Browns' decisions should be made with caution, considering the team's history of misses.
• Kenny Pickett, a rookie and Joe Flacco: A good Browns QB room?
• A listener puts together Kirk Cousins' Cleveland visit and a potential trade.
• The good and bad of the Guardians' season so far.
• Tristan McKenzie is adapting to a bullpen role after a rocky start. Let's go inside the 26 pitches he threw Monday night.
• Luis Ortiz's struggles raise concerns about how long the Guardians can keep him in the rotation.
• Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson was smart to challenge his team over the weekend.
• Cleveland State men's basketball has lost coach Daniyal Robinson. Here's what it means for the Vikings, and 3 names who might be next.
• Terry shares an idea about helping people in a nursing home deal with the loss of a long-time community member and providing some closure.
• Listener stories about their most memorable Cleveland MLB opening days, including one fan who wrote in from Japan.

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• Email us your opening day memories from years of Cleveland baseball gone by. We'd love to hear your stories at sports@cleveland.com. Just put "Terry's Talkin' " in the subject line;
• Why Terry is concerned about the 2025 Guardians;
• We break down the 25-man (soon to be 26-man) roster for opening day;
• Was Monday night's lineup a dress rehearsal for what we'll see from the Guardians in Thursday's opener at Kansas City?
• And will the Jose Ramirez experiment at No. 2 in the batting order happen?
• We each pick a pitcher and a position player we thing could break out in 2025;
• The list of free-agent QBs available for the Browns is dwindling. We reset the field;
• A listener email about whether Shedeur Sanders would fit the Browns;
• The Cavs have not been good in March. Does it matter?
• Terry discusses the passing of his "mom," Melva Hardison, earlier this month at age 99, and about what grief can do to us;
• And a listener email about Terry's library appearances and whether they are recorded.

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• Send us your Cleveland opening day baseball memories, to sports@cleveland.com, and put "Terry's Talkin'" in the subject line. We'll read some stories on upcoming podcasts;
• The Browns QB soap opera continues;
• A listener asks: Should the Browns trade away a player for a QB with some upside on another roster?
• What Terry's been thinking about Kenny Pickett;
• How should Browns fans feel about Myles Garrett after his record-breaking extension?
• A stat that might cool the Browns on Mississippi's Jaxson Dart;
• Did we learn anything about the Cavs in Sunday's loss to Orlando?
• A listener asks about comparisons between the Dallas Mavericks trading Luca Doncic and the Indians dealing Rocky Colavito back in the day.
• The impressive Akron Zips men's basketball team, heading to Seattle to play Arizona;
• Why Terry is worried about the Guardians lineup
• Should José Ramírez bat No. 2 in the lineup, or not?
• Terry has a new favorite pitcher in the Guardians farm system;
• Reminder: On March 26, Terry will be at the Walls of Books story at Parmatown Mall at 6 p.m. He'll speak and sign books;
• Two listeners write in to tell us about a new book about late Orioles manager Earl Weaver: “The Last Manager – How Earl Weaver Tricked, Tormented, and Reinvented Baseball," by John W. Miller. Terry covered Weaver as a young reporter and has some tales to tell, including one about luggage.

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• Myles Garrett's contract situation reflects the complexities of NFL negotiations.
• The Joe Flacco Option is still available for the Browns.
• Why Kenny Pickett is a better fit for the Browns than Dorian Thompson Robinson.
• Chris Fedor's story on Darius Garland is emerging as a clutch player in critical moments.
• Darius Garland's season is remarkable, especially given his past injuries.
• Donovan Mitchell's leadership is setting the Cavs up for playoff success.
• What makes a great 'closer' in the NBA.
• A listener asks: How would a 2025 title compare to the 2016 Cavs championship?
• The Guardians still facing questions at second base and in right field.
• And spring training memories of Hi Corbett Field in Arizona.

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• Why the Cavs could hit 70 wins, and why they shouldn't care about it;
• Evan Mobley is emerging as the prohibitive favorite for Defensive Player of the Year;
• What the comeback against the Celtics revealed about the Cavs;
• Comparing this year's Cavs with the LeBron James era;
• Picking a free-agent QB for the Browns: Who fits?
• A listener email: Will Myles Garrett's trade request impact free agents' decision on Cleveland?
• An oft-injured Guardians prospect suffers another setback;
• Terry goes around the diamond to project the favorites to start on opening day;
• The 2021 MLB Draft is already a difference maker for the Guardians;
• Terry's Faith & You column for the upcoming weekend: Putting the clamps on sarcasm.

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• Larry Dolan's undeniable legacy in Cleveland.
• Why the Cavs aren't liked in Las Vegas to win the NBA title.
• Ty Jerome has done more than impress this season -- he's made himself a lot of money.
• A listener joins the bandwagon, says fans should enjoy the current success without overthinking it.
• The complicated world of trading Myles Garrett (which the Browns say they won't do anyway).
• Terry has been nominated for the prestigious Red Smith Award.
• Something Andrew Berry said Tuesday that doesn't bode well for the 2025 Browns.
• A listener honors late Brown Ernie Kellermann and his textbook tackling technique.
• The Yankees have lifted their long-standing ban on beards.
• Terry's take on instant replay for balls and strikes in baseball.
• The Guardians have some starting-pitching for the upcoming season, something they struggled with in 2024.
• And some listener stories about a funeral tribute; and some encounters with notable Cleveland sports figures, including Terry.

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• The Cavs are coming back strong after the All-Star break.
• De'Andre Hunter's trade has shaken the team's dynamics.
• Why Ben Simmons' game was not a fit for the Cavs.
• Can this version of the Cavs win it all? And would the old version have been able to win it all?
• Jim Tressel and his new job as Ohio's Lieutenant Governor;
• Aaron Rodgers and the Browns, and whether it would work;
• Myles Garrett represents where the Browns go next: rebuild or reload?
• The Guardians keep loading up their pitching stable: why John Means and Shane Bieber are different deals;
• Terry's getting vibes about one Guardian having a strong shot to start the season at second base;
• Terry highlights the inspiring story of Enrique Freeman's journey from Akron to the NBA. The Zips are retiring Freeman's number tonight.
• Terry's book recommendation for the week;
• And listener letters, including one about a former Indians star playing softball; and a Cavs fan impersonating Terry Pluto.

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• Myles Garrett says he wants to be traded by the Browns: The case for, and against;
• Why Browns fans seem to be backing Garrett over his request;
• The state of the Browns in the eyes of the public;
• Terry on the similarities and differences between Garrett's request and Kyrie Irving's demand to be traded by the Cavs;
• A listener asks: What's Paul DePodesta's role in the Browns' struggles?
• A listener's idea for what the Browns should do at QB and with the No. 2 overall pick;
• Cavs vs. Celtics: What does Tuesday night's game mean, and not mean;
• In appreciation of Koby Altman and his stewardship of the Cavs roster;
• Who will take control and become the Guardians' everyday right fielder?
• Will 2025 be different for Bo Naylor without his brother on the Guardians roster?
• Terry's take on the proposal to use an increased sports gambling tax to fund stadiums in Ohio;
• World Team Tennis memories from a listener.

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• News: Dean Wade is out at least a couple of weeks and probably more;
• A listener asks if the Cavs lost their way during their recent losing streak;
• What's in common between Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson and 1970s Baltimore Orioles manager Earl Weaver; 
• How many All-Stars should the Cavs have: 3 or 4?
• Terry has a name to toss into the ring as the Browns seek a veteran quarterback;
• Bill Musgrave has been elevated to Browns quarterbacks coach, and we have thoughts;
• Why Bills quarterback Josh Allen makes Terry think about Bernie Kosar;
• A listener says "no way" on Kirk Cousins for the Browns;
• Why Paul Sewald made sense for the Guardians to sign;
• Terry's thoughts on Stephen Vogt's sitdown with beat writers on Monday afternoon;
• Cleveland State's men's basketball team is on a roll, and it all comes back to culture;
• Terry's book recommendation for the week is one that's been out awhile, and it's by a famous author;
• A listener asks: Would European soccer-style relegation work in college sports?

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• The Buckeyes' national championship, and what it says about Ryan Day, the team and Buckeye fans;
• What we can learn from Ohio State in the best and worst of times;
• Jim Tressel and how he set the stage for what came next in Columbus;
• Will Howard has earned newfound respect nationally, and in the eyes of some NFL teams;
• What the Browns and Buckeyes didn't have in common this season: clean execution;
• The Browns just went through their "Michigan loss." So what happens next?
• What new coordinator Tommy Rees will bring to the Browns offense in 2025;
• Joe Flacco or Kirk Cousins?
• A listener proposes a Browns-Jaguars trade involving Trevor Lawrence;
• One stat Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson is paying attention to right now;
• Do the Cavs need to make a deal by the Feb. 6 trade deadline?
• Is the Guardians roster better or worse than it was in 2024?
• The six-man pitching rotation is becoming a trend; why it could become the standard in MLB;
• Two listeners share their stories about funerals and tributes to sports fans who passed away;
• And Terry's book recommendation for this week.

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The Cavs are gaining national recognition similar to the Warriors;

What makes OKC different;

What Terry is seeing from the Cavs and Darius Garland;

What we're looking forward to when the Cavs face the Thunder on Wednesday night;

Who is the Thunder's coach and where did he come from?

Why Deshaun Watson's injury allows the Browns to start fresh.

What Terry thought of the Browns' answers to their current predicament;

What the Browns need to do this offseason;

Why Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski deserve another shot at this;

A radical old-schools idea from a listener to help pitchers get more action on their pitches without overtaxing their arms;

OSU's chase for the national championship;

Terry's book recommendation for this week;

and a listener email about stars vs. superstars.

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• Listeners have sent in their favorite Cleveland sports moments of 2024. We have a couple, too;
• The Browns’ awful season limps to the finish line. What’s next?
• What Terry wants to see the Browns do after Sunday’s season finale vs. the Ravens;
• Should fans trust the team of Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski to fix this for 2025?
• Tim Bielik has four players Browns fans should watch during the College Football Playoff quarterfinals;
• Will the Cavs win 70 games? Should they want to?
• What Terry is seeing from Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell that bodes well for the future;
• Appreciating LeBron James as he celebrated his 40th birthday this week;
• Why fans should trust the Guardians to do what they do, and keep winning;
• Terry recommends a book, “The Price: What It Takes to Win in College Football’s Era of Chaos,” by Armen Keteyian and John Talty.
• Listeners share their favorite 2024 sports moments and make some 2025 predictions;
• And we make a couple of 2025 Cleveland sports predictions of our own;
• Wishing you all a healthy and happy New Year!!

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• Dorian Thompson Robinson is starting for the Browns against the Bengals.
• The Browns' options in 'distressed quarterbacks' for next season.
• Dorian Thompson Robinson needs to prove he can stay healthy and effective.
• The Browns need some explosive offensive players, even if Nick Chubb returns.
• Penalties, especially pre-snap, have been a major issue for the Browns. Here's why they should have known about what happened vs. the Chiefs.
• Myles Garrett, leader.
• The numbers behind Evan Mobley's breakout season so far.
• Fan reaction, and Terry's to the Guardians' Andrés Giménez deal.
• Who plays second base for the Guardians now?
• A listener email about Josh and Bo Naylor and their Cleveland futures.
• Stephen Kwan: Cornerstone?
• What should Ohio State do with Ryan Day if the Buckeyes lose to Tennessee on Saturday night?
• Appreciating Ford Frick Award winner Tom Hamilton

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• Don't forget: Email us your favorite 2024 Cleveland sports moments, and your Cleveland sports predictions for 2025. Send them to sports@cleveland.com;
• The Cavs are 21-4 and on pace to potentially surpass their best season record (66-16 in 2008-09) with 68-69 wins;
• Will casual Cleveland shift their focus to the Cavs? They should;
• Evan Mobley is taking off. Here's what Terry is seeing;
• Donovan Mitchell's numbers are down, and that's good;
• How is Kevin Stefanski dealing with this 3-10 season;
• Jameis Winston: A listener asks if he brings back memories of former Browns QB Vinny Testaverde;
• Shane Bieber's new Guardians contract -- the right move for both sides?
• A follow-up on postseason shares for the Guardians and other teams
• Some listener emails on our discussion last week about the OSU vs. Michigan game, and whether the college pass-interference penalty should become a spot foul, like the NFL, instead of just 15 yards.

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•  What happened with Ohio State against Michigan on Saturday? Terry doesn't write a lot about OSU, but we spend a few minutes talking about the state of the Buckeye program and whether Ryan Day should be on the hot seat after another loss to the Wolverines.
• The Jameis Winston experience was on full display in Monday night's loss the Broncos. That's a good thing.
• Terry on why every passing week is a complete indictment of the Deshaun Watson situation with the Browns.
• Winston made history in more ways than one on Monday night;
• Time to sign Winston to a new contract? A listener suggests three years.
• Two little things that mattered during Monday night's game;
• Darius Garland is serious about answering the challenge to be a better defensive player;
• What can be done about NBA teams sitting their stars? Not much.
• Why agent Scott Boras should send the Guardians a thank you card after Matthew Boyd left the Guardians for a two-year deal with the Cubs.
• And a listener email about hanging out at the airport with the 1976-77 Cavaliers. 

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• We invite listeners to email us with their favorite Cleveland sports moment of 2024, and their Cleveland sports predictions for 2025. Send them to our usual address, sports@cleveland.com, and put "Terry's Talkin'" in the subject line.
• We rank the five best Cavs players right now;
• Why the Cavs keep winning;
• Is the 3-point crazy NBA good for the NBA? Terry's thoughts on some changes he'd like to see;
• A look at whether the Cavs' franchise record for wins in a season could be in jeopardy;
• What we learned about the Browns in the snowy Thursday night win over Pittsburgh;
• Will Kevin Stefanski and Andrew Berry retain their jobs after this season?
• What the Browns' 2025 quarterback room might look like, and whether Jameis Winston should be in it;
• The Browns need to draft a developmental QB with high potential. Here's one name that could the bill;
• A reader emails: How does Shane Bieber's rehab work?
• Daniyal Robinson has a new contract as Cleveland State's men's basketball coach. What the numbers say, both on and off the court;
• What we're thankful for this Thanksgiving week.

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• Terry will talk at the Willoughby Hills Library on Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. He'll take questions, sign books and meet fans.
• The Cavs are entering some rarified air when it comes to winning streaks to start an NBA season;
• Frogs and "Cavalanches";
• What does tonight's showdown vs. the Celtics mean in the big picture?
• A reader email about Ty Jerome and his history at the University of Virginia;
• Why the Cavs are answering some questions Terry had about the construction of the Cavs' lineup;
• Georges Niang and "connectors";
• The Cavs' stars rank low in the NBA when it comes to minutes played. How low might surprise you;
• While the Browns went all-in on Deshaun Watson, the Steelers have elevated their QB play on the cheap, and it's working;
• Time to worry about Dustin Hopkins as the future kicker of the Browns?
• A listener asks: Is Carson Wentz worth a look as a backup?
• Another listener says it's time to end the "Dolans are cheap" narrative and appreciate the Guardians;
• Terry on Regina Brett's new book; and his upcoming Faith & You column about "The Empty Chair."

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• Terry will be at the Willoughby Hills Library on Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. He'll take questions, sign books and meet fans. It’s free;
• The Cavs are 12-0 and entering some elite company when it comes to winning streaks to start an NBA season. We have the list;
• The story of Ty Jerome and why he's come out of nowhere for this Cavs team;
• Donovan Mitchell's usage numbers and minutes numbers and what they mean for the future;
• Remembering the late Gerry Faust, who went from Cincinnati Moeller High School football coach, to head coach at Notre Dame, to head coach for the Akron Zips.
• Reading between the lines of Andrew Berry's bye-week press conference;
• Retracing the steps of the Browns' trade for Deshaun Watson, and what it means for the future of this regime;
• A listener email about whether the Browns are the worst pro sports team since 1999;
• It's baseball awards season: Should a reliever like Emmanuel Clase be considered for the Cy Young Award?

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• How the 7-0 Cavs are doing it; 
• The biggest surprise for Terry about the Cavs, and his biggest concern going forward;
• What Donovan Mitchell's postgame praise of Isaac Okoro means for team chemistry long term;
• A listener asks: Why do fast breaks look so different in the modern NBA?
• What do the Browns do with the rest of the 2024 season?
• It's too late in the season for the Browns secondary to be blowing coverages and making excuses;
• Terry on why the Deshaun Watson era should be over;
• Why the "lots of TDs and lots of INTs" narrative on Jameis Winston isn't really accurate anymore;
• Which Browns position group got manhandled by the Chargers on Sunday;
• Which Browns should be, and are, on the no-trade list;
• Did the Dodgers learn how to beat the Yankees in the World Series by watching the Guardians and Royals?
• Listener Gary Hunt breaks down winning percentages and market sizes for MLB teams since 1992. Here's what it says about the Guardians.
• And a listener story about his late mother and what the Ohio State Buckeyes meant to her.

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• The Browns' 29-24 win over the Ravens will long be remembered as a celebration of the life of Jim Donovan, the late voice of the Browns;
• Listener emails about what Jim Donovan meant to Browns fans everywhere;
• On the football front, what we learned Sunday about Jameis Winston, the Browns offense, and Deshaun Watson;
• Terry goes into the numbers for Watson, and those who've taken his place as Browns starters;
• The offensive line play Sunday;
• What will the Browns' approach be with Deshaun Watson next season? Has their patience run out?
• Emails about the Browns' future stadium and how muddled the entire situation is right now;
• A "cloud rant" about teams allowing Hail Mary passes, after the Bears' epic fail on Sunday vs. the Commanders;
• Why Terry is encouraged by what he's seeing from the 4-0 Cavs;
• Some numbers that show Kenny Atkinson is delivering what he planned;
• Donovan Mitchell, "hype man," calls out Darius Garland detractors;
• Some numbers that show what the Cavs want to do this season;
• Memorable home runs in Cleveland baseball playoff history;
• Our final "foul ball memory" email from a listener;
• And Terry asks for some listener stories about people who have died and how the person's fandom and personality were reflected in the memorial services. (Listen and you'll get it.)

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• The state of the Browns after Deshaun Watson's season-ending injury Sunday;
• The fans who were out of line as Watson was carted off; the players who called them out; and what Tim Couch has to do with it;
• What should happen next with the Browns;
• The big decision: Keep Watson and bring him back for another run, or draft a QB of the future;
• Celebrating the surprising, entertaining 2024 Guardians;
• The Guardians' biggest offseason decision is ...
• What Stephen Vogt did well this season; and what he might have learned for next year;
• Terry breaks down what he's seeing from the Cavs offense as they head into the 2024-25 season, especially from Evan Mobley and Darius Garland.
• A fun autograph story about the business of baseball.

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• The Guardians are down 0-2 to the Yankees: What are we learning about them?
• How Stephen Vogt is managing so far;
• What to expect from the Guardians in Games 3-5 in Cleveland;
• Who the Guards should put at catcher and in right field for Game 3;
• Were the Guardians right to leave Ben Lively off the ALCS roster, although he's been added with the injury to Alex Cobb?
• Should the Browns bench Deshaun Watson? Why it would be a good idea;
• And why it's a good idea to keep playing him;
• Breaking down the Amari Cooper trade and why didn't it happen sooner?
• How much of the Browns' offensive problems are Deshaun Watson's fault?
• Whether it's worth it for the Browns to use the rest of 2024 to see if Watson is the long-term answer;
• The bigger, stronger, more improved Darius Garland;
• What Terry will be watching in tonight's Cavs preseason game in Detroit;
• And listener emails, one with a Philadelphia connection, and one featuring a discussion about "Mister."

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• Terry's take on Tarik Skubal of the Tigers, and Emmanuel Clase as the Guardians and Detroit continue their AL Division Series;
• The Guardians' midseason acquisitions might be the best in baseball, as we've seen so fare in the ALDS;
• The unexpected defensive skills of Jhonkensy Noel; 
• What Terry thinks of Terry Francona taking over as manager of the Cincinnati Reds;
• Making a lineup: David Fry or Kyle Manzardo? Austin Hedges or Bo Naylor?
• Can the Guardians find a way to break Skubal's rhythm if there is a Game 5 Saturday?
• What the Browns will do with Deshaun Watson; and what they should do;
• Jayden Daniels was what the Browns thought they were getting when they made the Watson trade;
• Who was to blame for Deshaun Watson's 7 sacks on Sunday vs. the Commanders;
• Terry's breakdown of the Browns' presnap penalties;
• A series of plays that showed everything going wrong with the Browns offense right now;
• Remembering the one-of-a-kind Dan Coughlin;
• What we're most curious about the Cavs and new coach Kenny Atkinson as preseason games begin;
• And a listener letter from Kenya.

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The Browns are struggling with a 1-3 record and fan frustration is palpable.

Did the Browns need a "new" offense?

Baker Mayfield's success in Tampa Bay raises questions about his time in Cleveland.

The No. 1 most urgent issue facing the Browns;

The Guardians are gearing up for the playoffs. Who's their best matchup option?

Donovan Mitchell's commitment to the Cavs has opened up all kinds of possibilities;

Terry's take on Cavs media day;

and this week's listener letters about why they're a Cleveland sports fan; and Cavs draft pick Jaylon Tyson.

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• Jose Ramirez keeps piling up numbers and joining some elite company;
• If Ramirez doesn't win an American League MVP award, he's still in some elite company: Many Hall of Famers haven't done it.
• Why Stephen Vogt has had the right touch;
• What Terry saw in the Browns offense during the win in Jacksonville;
• Can the Browns get Deshaun Watson to be at his best, and stay in the pocket?
• Penalties have been a consistent issue for the Browns under Stefanski, and why you shouldn't expect that to change;
• The Cavs' Isaac Okoro signing makes sense for everyone;
• Terry talks about his recent Faith & You column about loaning money to friends and relatives;
• and a couple of listener letters with a book recommendation, and a question about former Cleveland players who'd be good to have back in a Cleveland uniform.

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• How bad were the Browns in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys?
• Was the offense even worse than the stats look?
• Why sometimes going from "good to great" means a step back is required first;
• The special teams star of Sunday's loss for the Browns;
• We know Deshaun Watson is tough. Does he need to be protected from himself?
• As Terry saw during training camp, presnap penalties were an issue;
• Steven Kwan is slumping in a big way. What should the Guardians do with him in the lineup?
• Who's hitting, who's not since the All-Star Break;
• Does Terry think the Guardians will win the division?
• And a couple more listener foul ball stories, with an Oliver Twist.

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• Terry has an appearance coming up on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the Dover Public Library in Dover, Ohio, at 6:30 p.m. You can sign up here.
• What Matthew Boyd and Alex Cobb have meant to the Guardians' pitching staff;
• What Alex Cobb's approach to his perfect game says about the Guardians;
• Kyle Manzardo's arrival; a potential nickname for him; and who's winning the Aaron Civale deal;
• Who should play center field? Lane Thomas or ......
• Terry's report on No. 1 overall pick Travis Bazzana;
• The greatness of Jim Donovan;
• Browns 2024 season predictions;
• Some listener emails on foul balls from dad; a sports cliche; and a book suggestion for Terry to write.

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• Terry will be appearing on Thursday (Aug. 29) at the Niles McKinley Library, 6 p.m. It's free. The address is 40 N. Main Street, Niles, Ohio.
• What can Chris Antonetti and the front office do, if anything, to help the Guardians win the division?
• Inside the numbers, which are rough;
• Why Terry thinks the Guardians shouldn't try José Ramírez at the leadoff spot and give Steven Kwan a different look;
• One small statistical reason for Guardians fans to be encouraged;
• Was not playing Deshaun Watson in Seattle still the right move? Terry weighs in;
• The biggest areas of concern for the Browns heading into the season are ....;
• Terry senses a "strange vibe" within the Browns;
• A listener idea: the two-point football field goal, and the three-point safety;
• A listener question about why the zone defense wasn't allowed in the old NBA:
• Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, about "Peace Hijackers";
• Some listener emails about visiting ballparks and Jim Rice; and one on the late Willie Mays.
• A listener writes in to say he tracked down Terry's first book, "The Greatest Summer."

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• Terry will appear Thursday, Aug. 29 at the Niles McKinley Library at 6 p.m. to meet fans and sign books. The library is at 40 N. Main Street, Niles, Ohio.
• What is going on with the Guardians?
• The offensive numbers for the Guardians after the All-Star break are not pretty;
• Where the Guardians hitters rank in MLB in pitches drawn per plate appearance -- lower than you'd think;
• What it means that Chase DeLauter has moved up to AAA Columbus;
• A listener asks for a state of the union on Guardians catching prospects;
• Who should pitch for Cleveland vs. the Yankees on Wednesday;
• Deshaun Watson needs to play plenty of snaps in the preseason finale Saturday at Seattle. Here's why;
• 3 new rules that every NFL team should follow, immediately;
• Terry's Faith & You column this week about the pros and cons of giving money to relatives or friends;
• And this week's emails from fans with a couple of foul ball stories.

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• Terry's next library appearance is Thursday, Aug. 29 at the Niles McKinley Library, 40 N. Main Street, Niles, Ohio, at 6 p.m.
• Can the Guardians win the AL Central? A listener's theory on what it might take from a starting pitching perspective
• MLB writers say the Guardians are their No. 7 pick to win the World Series. What's up with that?
• The greatness of Emmanuel Clase and the Flying Wallendas;
• Why Terry is encouraged by Dorian Thompson-Robinson after watching Saturday's preseason game;
• Dan Orlovsky of ESPN ranked the top 10 NFL quarterbacks in seven areas: Which are most important for Deshaun Watson to rank in if the Browns are going to win big?
• Why NFL kickers are better than ever;
• Appreciating LeBron James and his third gold medal in the Olympics, at age 39;
• And more listener stories about foul ball adventures.

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• Listeners really don't like the sports cliche "running downhill";
• Congratulations to cleveland.com and Plain Dealer reporter Paul Hoynes on being a finalist for the Baseball Writers Association of America Lifetime Achievement Award;
• The shortstop position: What should the Guardians do with it?
• Matthew Boyd needs to be called up now;
• The trade deadline is approaching: money capital vs. talent capital;
• Terry's take on Evan Mobley's contract extension;
• One Cavs player who impressed, one who didn't at NBA Summer League;
• This podcast was taped before Amari Cooper reported to camp, but we discussed why his presence at training camp is crucial for the Browns to develop chemistry and timing with Deshaun Watson;
• Who'll end up calling plays for the offense?
• Why Olympic bronze medalists are happier than silver medalists: what a study suggested;
• Listeners share stories of autographs and foul balls, including a brush with Nolan Ryan;
• Terry recommends the book 'Back Channel' by Stephen L. Carter, a novel based on the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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• A listener cracks down on our on-air cliches;
• Why the first-place Guardians really needed the All-Star break;
• Are the Guardians slumping or just need to get out of a slump?
• The pitcher Terry wants to see the Guardians try to acquire by the trade deadline;
• Prediction time: A minor league pitcher you might see in a Guardians uniform before season's end;
• How many wins it might take to make the playoffs or win the division;
• What Terry thinks of what he's seen of Emoni Bates in summer league;
• Reaction to Darius Garland's statement that he wants to stay a Cavalier;
• Are LeBron, his family and the Lakers mishandling Bronny's early stages as a pro?
• Terry's take on Dustin Hopkins' new contract with the Browns;
• How many NFL coaches is enough?
• Terry's Faith & You column for this week: Eric Mangini, the Browns, and "labels" we wear;
• and a couple of more listener foul ball stories.

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• Terry runs through the Guardians' five all-stars and tells the story behind each;
• Some stats on Josh Naylor and his maturation as a hitter;
• A listener has a comparison for David Fry and his breakout season;
• Who Terry thinks the Guardians will take No. 1 overall in the MLB Draft on Sunday;
• Will Darius Garland's game need to start looking like Steph Curry's for the Cavs offense to work?
• How the Cavs took a page out of the Browns playbook with their hires for Kenny Atkinson's staff;
• Terry talks about his Faith & You column this upcoming weekend: Why sports matters, and why it doesn't;
• And some more foul ball stories from listeners.

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• Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a three-year, $150.3 million Cavs extension that includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. We break it down;
• Koby Altman's gamble pays off;
• With Mitchell in the fold, here's the trade Terry thinks the Cavs need to make this offseason;
• The national media, again, gets it wrong about the Cavs;
• Where Mitchell's deal in 2025-26 will rank compared to other NBA stars;
• Would this extension have happened if J.B. Bickerstaff were still the coach?
• Highlights from Kenny Atkinson's introductory Cavs press conference on Monday;
• Local athletes get drafted: Akron's Enrique Freeman, CSU's Tristan Enaruna, and Westlake's AJ Spellacy;
• Why Terry is worried about the Guardians' starting pitching;
• Two lists led by Deshaun Watson -- one being a list he doesn't want to top;
• The biggest contracts in Cleveland sports history, ranked;
• More stories of fan foul balls, and one "fowl" ball story.

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• How are the Guardians doing this?
• The Guardians bullpen is in some elite historical company;
• What to know about Angel Martinez;
• Steven Kwan, his pursuit of .400 and what's different this year;
• Bring back Mike Clevinger: yes or no?
• Why Kenny Atkinson could be the right fit for the Cavs;
• Why his second time as a head coach should be better than the first;
• The draft prospects, and a draft comparison, for Akron forward Enrique Freeman;
• Was J.B. Bickerstaff taking a shot at Jarrett Allen in an interview with Sirius XM?
• Do the Browns have the third-best roster in the NFL?
• Terry's Book of the Week pick;
• More listener foul ball stories, and Mudcat Grant comes through.

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• Happy birthday week to Terry!
• What Terry saw Tuesday in his visit to Browns minicamp;
• What it means that Amari Cooper was a no-show for the first day of mandatory minicamp, and what to expect next;
• Deshaun Watson risked injury at a softball game on Saturday. It was not smart, and could have been a lot worse;
• What Terry's seeing new with the Browns offense;
• What's up with Ben Lively, Gavin Williams and the Guardians rotation;
• A fan email about a way to save some throws for pitchers;
• Could a healthy Cavs roster be giving Boston a better run in the NBA Finals?
• Experience vs. new ideas in the Cavs coaching search;
• Terry discusses his upcoming Faith & You Father's Day column about his dad, and playing catch;
• And a couple more foul ball stories from listeners, plus an autograph story.

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• Why José Ramírez seems to be so inspired this season;
• A Hall of Famer comparison for Ramírez;
• Tyler Freeman's rise at the top of the Guardians order;
• A fast-rising Guardians prospect to watch;
• Stephen Vogt's "special formula";
• What the Guardians should do with Josh Naylor this offseason;
• How Cavs fans should feel about Donovan Mitchell;
• The mystery of Jarrett Allen's rib injury was solved;
• Deshaun Watson: the 23rd-best QB in the NFL?
• Remembering D-Day as its 80th anniversary approaches, and appreciating Ernie Pyle and what he brought to journalism and history;
• And two more foul ball stories from listeners.

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• What Terry thought of Cavs vs. Celtics Game 4;
• What these playoffs have done for Darius Garland
• J.B. Bickerstaff: Is his job safe? And if not, who could replace him?
• The refs and whether the Cavs got what they deserved;
• What this all means for Donovan Mitchell and his Cleveland future;
• What message LeBron James was trying to send by attending Game 4;
• Why the Guardians love creating chaos;
• Why Emmanuel Clase looks different this year;
• The Browns games Terry is most excited to see. The schedule comes out Wednesday.
• Terry talks graduation speeches;
• and our listener letters about catching foul balls, and other adventures at the ballpark.

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• The Cavaliers' playoff loss to the Celtics was not unexpected, given the Celtics' strong home record and defensive prowess.
• Darius Garland's performance in the playoffs has been underwhelming, both offensively and defensively.
• The debate about whether Bo Naylor should be sent down to the minors to work on his offense and defense.
• The Cavaliers need more production from players on the margins, such as Isaac Okoro.
• Why the Guardians have time with Bo Naylor and Kyle Manzardo and can be patient with their development.
• What Jerry Jeudy will bring and why the Browns like him.
• Readers share their stories of catching foul balls at baseball games, highlighting the excitement and memories associated with these moments.
• Terry has started a new newsletter where he shares his thoughts and interacts with readers. He invites readers to share their stories and ideas for future columns.

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• More phrases we would like to see disappear from the sports landscape;
• In praise of Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland after Cavs win Game 5 vs. Orlando;
• How concerned should Cavs fans be about Jarrett Allen's rib injury?
• Who's in favor and who's riding the bench for the rest of the series;
• The best Cavs player defensively vs. Paulo Banchero is ...;
• Terry on whether LeBron James will return to the Cavs after he turns down his Lakers option for next season;
• A reader asks: Why does it make sense to pitch Emmanuel Clase in a tie game on the road? 
• What it suggests that the Browns didn't make any trades during NFL Draft 2024;
• Taking stock of the Browns running backs;
• Terry is seeking your stories about moms and mom figures for Mother's Day. You can email them to TerryPlutoInsiders@cleveland.com;
• And we read two more listener stories about how they got a foul ball at a baseball game.

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• More pet peeves in sports broadcasting.
• The Guardians have been performing well, with the bullpen, Stephen Kwan and Tyler Freeman leading the way.
• Francisco Lindor has struggled with the New York Mets, raising questions about the impact of playing in a high-pressure market.
• Evan Mobley's growth and development.
• The upcoming NFL draft and the "Deshaun Watson Tariff."
• Darius Garland's inconsistency and what it means for the Cavs.
• Terry's Faith & You column and near-death experiences.
• More listener foul ball stories.
• Terry recommends his book 'Vintage Cavs' for some good playoff reading.

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Terry Pluto and David Campbell discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff season, the Guardians' recent success, and the impressive performance of second baseman Andrés Giménez. They also touch on the importance of team culture and the impact of key players on the field. Terry also gets into the Guardians' search for outfielders in the draft, and Nick Chubb's contract with the Browns. And they also share some listener letters and foul ball stories.

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• The Guardians have had a hot start to the season, with their bullpen playing a key role in their success.
• Jose Ramirez sure is something.
• Stephen Vogt has shown strong managerial skills and has a knack for interviews.
• There is a debate about the increase in Tommy John surgeries, with the Players Association blaming the pitch clock and MLB pointing to velocity and spin rates as the main factors.
• Evidence suggests that the pitch clock has not had a significant impact on injuries, and other factors like velocity and spin rates may be more influential. The emphasis on throwing harder and increasing spin rates may be contributing to the increase in injuries among pitchers in baseball.
• The Cavaliers' recent struggles and player injuries are a cause for concern, and it remains to be seen if they can regain their form in time for the playoffs.
• Playing a game in Brazil may not be ideal for the Cleveland Browns due to the additional travel and potential distractions during the season.
• Navigating family drama requires setting boundaries and recognizing when involvement may not be helpful or productive.
• And this week's foul ball stories from listeners.

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• The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing challenges due to injuries, particularly Donovan Mitchell's knee injury, which is impacting the team's performance.
• Darius Garland is struggling with breaking double teams and going to the basket, which is affecting his scoring and the team's offense.
• Evan Mobley and Max Strus: underrated players on the Cavaliers' roster.
• The women's Final Four in Cleveland is generating excitement, with standout players like Caitlin Clark and Paige Buecker drawing attention.
• The women's game is gaining popularity, and the players' longer college careers are contributing to the growth of storylines and rivalries.
• The Cleveland Guardians had a strong start, with solid performances from players like Andres Gimenez and the bullpen.
• Pitchers Hunter Gaddis and Cade Smith are showing promise in the bullpen.
• The bullpen remains a concern.
• The Browns' best move of the offseason so far.
• What area the Browns should look to build up in the NFL Draft.
• Fans share stories of catching foul balls at games, highlighting memorable experiences and missed opportunities.

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• What Terry thinks of the Guardians' opening day roster;
• How the Guardians dealt with Myles Straw and what it means;
• Guardians season predictions;
• Talkin' Browns Stadium and what Terry wants to see;
• Extensions for Kevin Stefanski and Andrew Berry;
• Nick Chubb and Deshaun Watson rehabs;
• What Kevin Stefanski said, and what it means, about why the Browns chose Jameis Winston over Joe Flacco:
• The Browns in the Brazil game?
• The NFL's new kickoff rule and why kickoffs are going to matter again;
• If the Cavs are "exhausted," should they be telling everyone that? We discuss;
• Why what Marcus Morris Sr. did on Monday night was important for the Cavs in the playoffs;
• Listener letters about foul balls they got, and a fan letter about why she is a Cleveland fan in the Great White North.

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• 00:00 Introduction
• 01:31 State of the Cavs
• 04:10 Cavs' Playoff Hopes
• 05:17 Cavs' Roster and Marcus Morris
• 06:22 Cavs' Playoff Matchups
• 20:24 Listener Question and Guardians' Lineup
• 25:18 Guardians' Bullpen Concerns
• 28:23 Guardians' Starting Rotation
• 29:59 James Winston and the Browns
• 34:10 Tyler Huntley and the Browns' Quarterback Situation
• 35:18 Why the Browns Didn't Go After Justin Fields
• 36:48 Preparing Deshaun Watson for the Season
• 37:28 The Importance of Having Multiple Quarterbacks
• 38:34 Joshua Dobbs' Signing and the Browns' Quarterback Options
• 42:02 The Importance of Pre-Snap Motion in the Browns' Offense
• 43:16 The Perception of Kevin Stefanski
• 44:35 Terry's Faith & You column: Memories of a Student in Cleveland
• 48:21 Another in our series of letters from Cleveland Fans
• 53:59 Foul Ball Stories
• 55:57 Terry's Book of the Week: 'Saving Grayson' by Chris Fabry
• 01:03:26 David's Book Recommendation: 'The Creative Act: A Way of Being' by Rick Rubin

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00:00 Introduction and listener idea about guests

02:36 Why the Browns Chose Winston over Flacco

05:29 Concerns about Watson and the Backup Quarterback

06:26 Why Winston was Chosen over Other Quarterbacks

08:50 Addressing Concerns about Winston's Character

12:03 Assessing Winston's Performance and Injury History

13:14 The Importance of Having a Good Backup Quarterback

14:25 The Browns' Approach to Free Agency

15:28 Differentiating the Acquisition of Jerry Jeudy from Amari Cooper

23:27 Assessing the Cavaliers' Performance and Injuries

24:49 The Importance of Context in Evaluating Performance

25:21 The Cavaliers' Outfield and Prospects

27:02 The Need for Reliable Relief Pitchers

28:30 Memorable Baseball Trades and Acquisitions

30:19 The Development of Young Players in Baseball

32:39 Assessing the Performance of Arias and Other Players

35:05 The Importance of Pitchers with Diverse Repertoires

46:47 The Future of Shane Bieber and the Guardians

54:23 Reflecting on Past Baseball Games and Foul Ball Experiences

56:09 Reading Recommendations: Ed McBain's 87th Precinct Series

57:01 Personal Baseball Experiences and Catching Foul Balls

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00:00 Introduction and Book Signing

03:03 Discussion on Kyrie Irving's Legacy

08:18 Evaluation of the Cleveland Cavaliers

13:08 Donovan Mitchell's Performance and Leadership

19:20 Cavaliers' Record Against Winning Eastern Conference Teams

22:13 Spring Training and Player Evaluations for the Guardians

25:02 Josh Naylor's Performance and Potential

30:56 Catcher Position and DH Role

35:28 Andrew Berry's Press Conference at the NFL Combine

38:18 Proposed Rule Change for the NFL Trade Deadline

40:52 Running Backs and Johnny Manziel

43:26 Johnny Manziel's Comments on Brian Hoyer

45:06 Backup Quarterbacks for the Browns

50:53 JCU and Case in Division III Men's Basketball Tournament this weekend in Cleveland

57:22 Making Decisions and Terry's Faith & You column

01:00:07 Book Recommendation: Ordering Your Private World by Gordon MacDonald

01:04:43 Listener Emails and Terry's Newsletter

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:49 Listener Survey Results

06:03 Book Recommendation: "The Impeachment of Abraham Lincoln"

07:26 NBA All-Star Game Discussion

10:58 Cleveland Cavaliers Update

19:49 Discussion on Coaching and Perception of JB Bickerstaff

25:39 Cleveland Guardians Spring Training and Importance of Carlos Carrasco

34:26 Front Office's Approach to Young Players

38:08 Guardians' Outfield Situation

39:07 Guardians' History of Changing Starters on Opening Day

40:37 Changes in the Browns' Coaching Staff

41:18 Discussion on the NFL Combine and Draft Season

49:02 Letters from Cleveland Sports Fans

55:57 Closing Remarks

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• Spring Training and Playing Catch
• What the Browns can't neglect this offseason;
• The Discipline of Both Teams in the Super Bowl
• The Performance of Brock Purdy
• Pre-Snap Motion and Why it Matters
• A listener question about The Impact of Equipment on Injuries
• Can the Cavs win the Eastern Conference?
• What's driving the Cavs;
• What has to happen for Donovan Mitchell to enter the MVP conversation;
• Who is going to start in center field for the Guardians?
• Who is going to start at shortstop?
• And this week's listener letters about where they are from and why they are Cleveland sports fans.

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• 00:00 Introduction and Super Bowl Plans
• 02:41 Browns News: Ken Dorsey's Introductory Press Conference
• 03:10 Firing of Offensive Coordinators
• 05:21 The Role of Coordinators in Football
• 06:07 Value of Scripted Plays
• 07:31 Influence of Offensive Coordinators
• 08:18 Deshaun Watson's Preference for Scripted Plays
• 09:38 Pre-Snap Shifts and Motion in Offense
• 11:32 Effect of Eye Candy on Defense
• 12:12 Concerns about Deshaun Watson's Performance
• 13:41 Impact of Firing Coordinators on Head Coaches
• 15:14 Joe Flacco's Market Value
• 16:33 Backup Quarterback Options for the Browns
• 19:10 The Role of Offensive Coordinators in Turnovers
• 20:10 Players' Responsibility for Turnovers
• 22:23 Loss of Bill Callahan and Compensation
• 25:52 Interview Process for Coaches
• 29:11 Dine Drink CLE Podcast: Check it out
• 29:58 Cavs' Turnaround and Sustainable Success
• 34:24 Cavs' Chemistry and Playing for Each Other
• 38:01 JB Bickerstaff's Coaching Style and Messaging
• 40:02 Donovan Mitchell's MVP Candidacy
• 41:06 Cavs' Lack of National Recognition
• 42:09 Cavs' Potential for National Attention
• 43:16 Cavs' Future and Trade Deadline
• 44:12 Bobby Witt Jr.'s Contract with the Royals
• 45:31 Implications for the Guardians
• 47:32 Long-Term Contracts in Baseball
• 49:42 Fan Letters and Cleveland Sports Fandom

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Highlights:

• Browns: Hiring of Ken Dorsey as Offensive Coordinator
• Backup Quarterback Situation
• Wide Receivers and Amari Cooper's Contract
• Deshaun Watson's Playing Style and Injury Concerns
• Cavaliers: Return of Darius Garland and Isaac Okoro's Progress
• Isaac Okoro's Role and Development
• JB Bickerstaff's Coaching and Player Rotation
• Carlos Carrasco's Signing and Role with the 2024 Guardians
• Building a Bridge in the Guardians' Pitching Staff
• Fan Letter: Cleveland Sports Fandom

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The conversation covers topics such as working with Darius Garland on moving without the ball. We also get into Guardsfest; and hear from two more listeners on why they are Cleveland sports fans.

Have thoughts on changes or improvements to the podcast? We have a survey where you can share your thoughts at http://tinyurl.com/terrysurvey24

Highlights:

00:00 Introduction and Listener Survey

02:47 Upcoming Appearance at the Music Box

03:20 Discussion on Browns' Offensive Coordinator Search

08:02 Should Kevin Stefanski Give Up Play Calling?

13:38 Andrew Berry's 10-Year Plan and Deshaun Watson Trade

16:27 Potential Negative Effects of the Deshaun Watson Trade

21:09 Andrew Berry's Comments on the Detroit Lions

23:16 Should the Browns Hire Bill Belichick?

25:09 Proposed Change to Football Statkeeping

35:01 Tristan Thompson's Suspension and its Impact on the Cavs

38:56 Working with Garland on Moving Without the Ball

39:53 The Trade Deadline and Making a Move

40:23 Cavs' Challenges and Limitations in Making Trades

41:18 Changes in Team Dynamics and Chemistry

42:43 Adapting to Injuries and Playing Style

43:45 Guards Fest and Spring Training Expectations

49:04 Letters from Fans

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• The Browns have shaken up their offensive coaching staff: Terry's take
• Why stability does not equal continuity;
• Do these changes mean Kevin Stefanski won't call plays in 2024;
• Is Myles Garrett a leader? And if not, is that OK?
• Who can be the new on-field leader of the Browns' defense;
• Why the Browns didn't "show up" against the Texans, and how they can fix it;
• Why talking about "trading Deshaun Watson" is a waste of time;
• Are the Browns too even-keeled?
• Can Deshaun Watson be a "faith multiplier" next season?
• The final Terry Weekly Kicker Update of the season;
• What critics of J.B. Bickerstaff should know about the Cavs coach;
• Whether not having Darius Garland and Evan Mobley will make the Cavs better in the long run;
• Why it all starts with defense for the Cavs;
• The Guardians, Cavs and Bally Sports: There's a lot we don't know;
• Terry on the Guardians' top outfield prospect;
• The Guardians' biggest offseason move so far;
• Terry on this week's Faith & You column on helping someone with Alzheimer's.

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• Previewing Browns vs. Texans in Saturday's wild card matchup;
• Terry on "The Old Man and The Kid";
• Big-picture view: What's most impressive about how the Browns have done this;
• Are the Browns poised for an era of Ravens/Steelers-like stability?
• The most important Browns on Saturday will be ...
• The Terry Weekly Kicker Worry Watch is down from where it was last week;
• Our predictions on who will win, and why;
• Did the Browns get the most preferable of their 3 possible wild card opponents?
• Terry on his upcoming columns on Jim Donovan;
• Are the Cavs playing the right way? It sure looks like it;
• Donovan Mitchell: Consummate "middle man";
• A listener asks: What happens when Darius Garland and Evan Mobley come back?
• J.B. Bickerstaff's biggest challenge the rest of the season;
• Emoni Bates has a big night;
• and this week's listener letters about why they're a Cleveland sports fan, including an impressive memorabilia collection.

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• Joe Flacco, “The Faith Multiplier”;
• The Browns' most important game of the year so far was ....;
• Flacco's numbers are amazing, even to Johnny Manziel;
• Why Joe Flacco is like former Cavs Nate Thurmond;
• Two things that speak to what this Kevin Stefanski-coached Browns team is all about;
• The Terry Weekly Kicker Update: On a scale of 1-10, how worried is Terry this week about Dustin Hopkins' hamstring injury?
• Remembering the incredible life of late Browns QB Frank Ryan, who passed away at age 87 on New Year's Day;
• Terry on why the Cavs have "no interest" in trading Donovan Mitchell anytime soon;
• What Jarrett Allen means to the Cavs, by the numbers.

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• Have we ever seen anything like Joe Flacco and the 10-5 Browns?
• Why Terry is "Wacko for Flacco"
• Amari Cooper: The Browns' best receiver since they returned in 1999;
• The "Terry Weekly Kicker Update" becomes the "Weekly Worried Kicker Update" after Dustin Hopkins pulls a hamstring;
• Should kickers try to stop returners from running for touchdowns, or is it too risky?
• What the Cavs are doing more of since they lost Evan Mobley to injury;
• A listener asks: Is Jarrett Allen going to reach his potential?
• Terry's Take on the Guardians trading Cody Morris for outfielder Estevan Florial;
• What Guardians prospect is most excited to see in 2024;
• and this week's listener emails about where they live and why they are Cleveland sports fans.

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• Kevin Stefanski, Marty Schottenheimer and winning in Cleveland;
• Why it's been so love-hate with Cleveland fans and Stefanski during his years in Cleveland;
• A listener email on why the Browns are just more plain fun now;
• Kevin Stefanski made a big push Monday for Myles Garrett as Defensive Player of the Year: Good move?
• The current odds on Garrett to win the award;
• We predicted 10 Browns wins before the season; are they going to win 10, or more?
• Which playoff opponent would be the best matchup for the Browns;
• Terry's Weekly Kicker Update;
• How Cavs fans should feel about the injuries to Darius Garland and Evan Mobley;
• Can some kind of positive arise from having both out of the lineup?
• What Donovan Mitchell and Michael Jordan have in common;
• And two more listener letters from fans telling us why they're Cleveland sports fans, and where they live.

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• Why Kevin Stefanski deserves credit for the surprising 8-5 Browns;
• The fun vibe between the fans, the team, Joe Flacco and the Browns defense;
• Is Myles Garrett being held all the time, as he said after the win over Jacksonville?
• Who's the Browns' best cornerback right now?
• Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins;
• Why the Cavs' loss to Orlando on Monday night was odd on a couple of levels;
• Terry on why Guardians fans shouldn't expect the team's No. 1 overall pick in MLB Draft 2024 to make a huge immediate impact;
• Terry's recollections of former Indians standout Vic Davalillo, who passed away in Venezuela last week;
• Why the Guardians' move to bring in Austin Hedges was smart;
• The new NCAA president has made a proposal on how schools could pay athletes: Here's what Terry thinks it should mean for mid-major schools;
• Two emails this week as we continue to share stories from fans around the world on why they're a Cleveland sports fan.

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• Terry has a book appearance on Saturday in Mentor at 1 p.m. for his new book, "The Guy with the Sign";
• Terry breaks down the starting QBs for the AFC's playoff contenders, and where Joe Flacco fits in that group
• Why Kareem Hunt still brings value to the Browns;
• Why the Browns might want to play more like an AFC North team, even against non-AFC North opponents;
• Where Amari Cooper ranks among the NFL's most-targeted receivers;
• Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins;
• The Cavs: Are they average?
• A new idea for the Cavs: The "Grit Lineup," and who'd be on it;
• Apparently fans like ugly NBA courts;
• Trading Emmanuel Clase: Good idea or not a good idea for the Guardians;
• And this week's listener emails about where they live, and why they're a Cleveland sports fan.

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Terry will be signing books, including his new "The Guy With the Sign," at The Learned Owl in Hudson, Thursday night, 6-7 p.m.

Did Kevin Stefanski pass the ball too much in the loss to the Broncos?

We debate about whether the Pierre Strong Jr. fumbled reverse was a bad play;

The players who are letting the Browns down the most right now;

Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins;

Why the Browns should be in this playoff race till the end;

What Terry would talk to Donovan Mitchell about after two off games in a row;

Are the Cavs going to be OK?

Is the Guardians’ pitching staff better or worse than it was two weeks ago?

Shane Bieber's prospects of being on the Guardians at the start of the 2024 season;

This week's listener letters about players selling insurance; and Florida ties.

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• Check out Terry's new book, "The Guy with the Sign, And Other Thoughts on Faith in Everyday Life" at www.terryplutobook.com;
• How are the Browns 7-3?
• What we saw from DTR on Sunday, and what we'd like to see next;
• Is Kevin Stefanski the NFL's most underappreciated coach right now?
• Stefanski: The "Nice Belichick";
• How Myles Garrett is different this season;
• Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins;
• Why Cavs rookie Craig Porter Jr. is so important right now; 
• What the Cavs can do to get Darius Garland to shake his turnover habit;
• Why we think the NBA's In-Season Tournament is silly;
• Inside the Guardians' dealing of Cal Quantrill, and what Bally Sports has to do with it;
• Better late than never, some thoughts from the Stephen Vogt Guardians press conference;
• Thanksgiving thankfulness;
• and this week's two listener letters, one from Minneapolis, and one from Slovenia.

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• Terry's new book, "The Guy With the Sign," is out. Here's where you can get it.
• Did the Guardians get the right manager in Stephen Vogt?
• What he brings to the franchise despite only being 39 and never having been a manager;
• Why Craig Counsell didn't end up in Cleveland;
• Catchers seem to make good managers: Why is that?
• Terry on why the Ravens are going to be tough nut for the Browns to crack;
• Is David Njoku the Browns' No. 2 receiver?
• We look at whether Kevin Stefanski is underappreciated with this 5-3 record after all the injuries;
• Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins;
• What Terry is looking for from the Cavs as they embark on a trip out west;
• The late Bob Knight, and what we can learn from him about grudges and how long we hold them;
• And two more listener letters about why they are Cleveland sports fans.

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• Terry's thoughts on the Browns at the trade deadline;
• What Terry would do at quarterback if Deshaun Watson is out again this week;
• Rehashing the rehash of the infamous third-and-3 call in Seattle, and what's it got to do with Lenny Wilkens and Uwe Blab;
• What P.J. Walker said after the loss that should concern Browns fans;
• It's early, but is Terry worried about the Cavs?
• What the Cavs need to do LESS of to get back on track;
• Finding a niche for Evan Mobley;
• What Max Strus' postgame comments mean after Tuesday's loss to the Knicks;
• Are Craig Counsell and the Guardians a fit?
• Remembering bigger-than-life slugger Frank Howard;
• and two more fan letters about why they are Cleveland sports fans and a childhood memory of Jim Brown.

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• The Browns are 4-2: Are we any closer to knowing when Deshaun Watson will be back at 100%?
• The amazing Myles Garrett;
• and the almost as amazing Dustin Hopkins, as Terry gives his Weekly Kicker Update;
• A quick look at the Browns offensive tackles;
• A listener question on whether the Browns defense is good enough to carry it deep into the playoffs;
• We get into the shallow pool of free-agent outfielders available to the Guardians;
• What's the Guardians' best hope to bring in an ourfielder with some pop this offseason?
• A listener question about why Jose Ramirez needs protection in the lineup, but Josh Naylor doesn't;
• and a question about whether we'd choose Steven Kwan or Josh Naylor if the Guardians could only keep both long term;
• Terry previews his upcoming column on why NBA teams chase free agents;
• And we make our 2023-24 Cavs season predictions;
• This week's fan letters about Cleveland sports fandom come to us from Arizona, and Belgium.

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• Terry on the identity of these 2023 Browns;
• The Browns' dominant defense by the numbers;
• A coverage chart that tells just how improved the defense is;
• Why the motto 'Best in the World' matters to the Browns defense;
• Some shoutouts to Browns who deserve it after Sunday;
• Terry's weekly Browns Kicker Report;
• Why the Guardians' managerial opening might be the best in MLB right now;
• Why are the Cavs saying so many nice things about rookie Emoni Bates?
• A few words about the passing of former Cavs coach Brendan Malone;
• And two more emails from listeners about where they live and why they're a Cleveland sports fan.

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• What does it mean that Deshaun Watson didn't practice outside with the Browns on Monday?
• If Watson can't go, Terry has ideas on who the starting QB should be;
• What it might mean that the Cavs' Evan Mobley is watching film of the Heat's Bam Adabayo;
• The chances that Donovan Mitchell eventually signs an extension with Cavs are ....
• Terry's story about playing pickup basketball with Steve Kerr, and Kerr eventually buying Terry lunch;
• Why Terry believes the Guardians front office had an off year in 2023;
• Questions we would ask Guardians manager candidates;
• and questions we think the manager should ask the Guardians.
• And we read more of your responses to our 100th podcast episode, where Terry asked fans to let us know where they live, and why they love Cleveland sports.

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• An abandoned bid to play a song on the accordion;
• The odd circumstances behind Deshaun Watson's absence from Sunday's loss to the Ravens;
• The Browns could have made things much easier for Dorian Thompson-Robinson on Sunday in his first NFL start;
• Did the Browns' overconfidence and belief in DTR get the best of them?
• Are the Ravens going to win the division?
• How about the "Chubb special";
• Terry's weekly, drama-free Browns Kicker Report;
• Terry discusses what he saw at the Guardians' season-ending press conference on Tuesday;
• Why it makes sense that Sandy Alomar doesn't want the manager job;
• We toss out some names that are under consideration to take Terry Francona's seat;
• Terry talks about Cavs Media Day on Monday, and what he thought about what went down there;
• Why Evan Mobley is the player the Cavs think can make the difference in 2023-24;
• We asked listeners to write in and tell us where they live, and why they're a Cleveland sports fan. We have received nearly four dozen, and this week's come from Portland, Oregon; Charleston, S.C., and Cambridge, U.K.

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• For our 100th episode, we’re asking fans in the expanse of Pluto Nation to tell us where you’re from, where you live, and why you’re a Cleveland sports fan. Email us at sports@cleveland.com and put Terry's Talkin' in the subject line.
• Speaking of expanse: How often do we think about the Roman Empire?
• What Kevin Stefanski did right vs. the Titans;
• Deshaun Watson and whether this is what it’s supposed to look like;
• It’s only three games, but how good is this Browns defense, anyway?
• Myles Garrett, Gamewrecker;
• The Browns’ highest-graded offensive lineman by PFF was .....
• Our weekly Dustin Hopkins update;
• What the Browns’ sideline tells us about the 2023 Browns so far;
• A listener letter about The Greatest Brown Since 1999: Jim Donovan
• Terry on what he thinks Terry Francona’s Cleveland legacy will be;
• Terry provides some updates and background on the rising Guardians minor-league hitters to watch;
• Are teams limiting pitchers too much? A listener wants to know what we think;
• Cavs media day is Monday: Here’s what Terry wants to find out when he’s there.

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• It's the 98th edition of Terry's Talkin', and we want to hear from you as we prepare for No. 100: Email us at sports@cleveland.com, and tell us where you live, and the story behind why you're a passionate fan of Cleveland sports. We'll read as many of your stories as we can on the 100th episode in a couple of weeks;
• Nick Chubb's injury and why it was so devastating to the Browns and their fans;
• What Chubb and Jose Ramirez have in common;
• What's missing in Deshaun Watson's game right now, and can he fix it?
• The quick, weekly Browns Kicker Review of Dustin Hopkins;
• The dominant Browns defense and whether it will become the identity of this 2023 team with fans;
• Why the loss to the Steelers hangs squarely on Deshaun Watson and Kevin Stefanski;
• Why it might be time to stop comparing Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt;
• Something we'd like to see the Browns do when they play the Titans on Sunday at Cleveland Browns Stadium;
• Lucas Giolito's latest outing is another odd occurrence in a strange Guardians season;
• Who are some core pieces the Guardians can build around in 2024;
• How good in Steven Kwan, anyway?
• and what we're eager to see when the Cavs open training camp.

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• Terry breaks down his series of columns about the Browns and GM Andrew Berry, including why they wanted to mature the roster this season;
• Has Grant Delpit arrived?
• The Browns absorb a tough blow with Jack Conklin's season-ending injury; Dawand Jones has moved into that spot -- how he's going to do Monday night vs. the Steelers;
• New kicker Dustin Hopkins takes care of business in a drama-free way;
• What we thought of Deshaun Watson's play vs. the Bengals;
• Predicting what we think happens in Pittsburgh on Monday night;
• The Guardians' bullpen has been put through the wringer -- what should happen next;
• How the Guardians should use Emmanuel Clase the rest of the season;
• A listener grades the front office, harshly;
• We discuss a fan email about whether Jose Ramirez has missed Amed Rosario;
• and why Tristan Thompson's reunion with the Cavs makes total sense to us.

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• The Guardians fell 6 games behind the Twins on Monday night with a 20-6 loss. Terry has thoughts with what was the deal with Lucas Giolito;
• Terry's take on what he's seeing from up-and-comers Gabriel Arias and Bo Naylor;
• Are Chris Antonetti and Mike Chernoff regretting any of the deals they made at the deadline and wishing they'd given this team more of a chance to win the division?
• Some Terry's Talkin' fan questions on Myles Straw's future in center field; whether Josh Bell is producing again because he's a "National League" hitter; and what the Guardians are getting from Kole Calhoun;
• Was it right for Deshaun Watson to predict "fireworks" when the Browns open the season against the Bengals on Sunday;
• Why the Browns should be like "sparklers" on Sunday;
• Terry talks about new Browns special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone and what things will look like under his direction;
• We pick our X-factors for the season -- players who aren't headliners but could make the difference in the Browns being good or bad;
• Our 2023 Browns season predictions;
• and Terry shares his thoughts on Jimmy Buffett, who passed away over the weekend.

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• We analyze the Browns' 53-man roster on cutdown day;
• Cade York: Why it was the right decision to let him go; and what's next for him;
• What you need to know about new kicker Dustin Hopkins;
• What we're expecting from Deshaun Watson as the Sept. 10 opener vs. the Bengals approaches;
• The Browns' most important offensive player for 2023 who's not named Deshaun Watson or Nick Chubb;
• Tanner Bibee: Why he should be a strong candidate for AL Rookie of the Year;
• What the Guardians are getting, and not getting, from Oscar Gonzalez and Gabriel Arias;
• Fan questions about innings limits for pitchers; Steven Kwan's strikeouts; Pat Corrales' passing; and Emmanuel Clase's approach to hitters in 2023 vs. 2022.

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• Congratulations to outdoors writer D'Arcy Egan, a Hall of Famer;
• Our trips to the Upper Peninsula and Ireland;
• Northeast Ohioans are everywhere, even on mountaintops;
• The Guardians are 59-66 and 6 games behind the Twins. Is it over?
• Should Guardians fans be upset? And if so, why?
• The front office is taking the heat -- which is exactly what they anticipated would happen after the trade deadline;
• Terry visits with Chase DeLauter, the prospect who might just be the Guardians' next big bat;
• How the Guardians are using Gabriel Arias;
• Terry says Juan Brito's hitting approach reminds a scout of a Cleveland franchise-great hitter;
• As Cade York tries to shake off two bad kicks, here's why we think the Browns should sign a veteran kicker;
• The Browns say they'll play their starters 20-25 plays vs. the Chiefs on Saturday: Is that the right amount?
• Terry's reflections on his column on Doug Dieken; 
• A fan question about how much the Cavs will miss Lamar Stevens; and another one on how they should handle Ricky Rubio's absence;
• And this week's Hey, Terry! letters about Cleveland sports parents; and a Herb Score story.

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• Terry's take on the trade that brought Noah Syndergaard to the Guardians for Amed Rosario;
• Why the Guardians and their fans should be grateful to Rosario for his contributions;
• What would make a quality start for Syndergaard in his Cleveland debut Monday night vs. Houston;
• and why Cleveland is the perfect place for him to be as he tries to settle in on his mechanics;
• How many passes should Nick Chubb be thrown in 2023?
• The Haslams have been talking about a new Browns stadium; we compare some of what's going on in Buffalo and Nashville;
• Who Cleveland should build a stadium for;
• Darius Garland has been in Africa working with Basketball Without Borders and is building up his body: What should he look like next season physically, and how should that manifest itself in games?
• Terry's book recommendation for the week;
• And this week's Hey, Terry questions: One on private coaches; and one on whether MLB should realign divisions to put Chicago teams together with the Guardians and Pittsburgh.

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• Terry's impressions from Browns training camp at The Greenbrier in West Virginia;
• Why the Haslams are being patient and not "drawing a line in the sand" with expectations;
• Nick Chubb: The NFL's great underrated player;
• Bubba Ventrone and Terry talked kickers: Here's what he said;
• A sleeper Browns player to watch in preseason;
• A listener question about whether Andrew Berry's front office is in need of a revamp;
• Is Terry feeling better, worse or the same than a week ago about the Guardians' division chances?
• The market or Amed Rosario and what might happen if the Guardians do trade him;
• Who's the next shortstop candidate;
• "SpongeBob held hostage" ... the saga continues;
• Why James Karinchak should get called up;
• What MLB's next rule change should be ...
• and Terry creates two new stats that could help fix the problem;
• and Terry has an author recommendation for this week.

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• Did Shane Bieber’s injury change everything?
• How Shane Bieber’s absence may have changed Terry Francona's bullpen approach in Sunday's loss to the Rangers;
• What Xzavion Curry's role should be going forward;
• What the Cavs' Summer League title says about the team;
• The ways second-round pick Emoni Bates improved as Summer League went along;
• Can Sam Merrill land a permanent spot on the Cavs' 2023-24 roster?
• A theory on why Greenbrier training camp might be the most important week of the Browns' season;
• What we expect to see out of the 2023 Browns at training camp and beyond;
• Is "the Browns is the Browns" still true?
• Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this upcoming weekend, on what NOT to say at a funeral;
• And some Hey, Terry emails about Bobby Bradley; and Terry's recent column on Gettysburg.

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• On Tuesday, July 25 at 6 p.m., Terry will be speaking at the Ritter Library in Vermilion. 
• The Guardians at the break;
• The remarkable Naylor family -- on their way to becoming one of the most accomplished families in sports?
• Shane Bieber's funk and what it means for the Guardians, and his trade value;
• SpongeBob held hostage ... the saga continues;
• How Ralphy Valazquez is different from most of the other Guardians position players taken in the 2023 draft;
• Sam Merrill's summer league showings and his place on the Cavs roster;
• Victor Wembanyama first impressions;
• One reason Browns fans should feel good about 2023, and one reason they should be worried;
• Two books on Theodore Roosevelt and why they're worth reading;

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• Terry will make an appearance on Tuesday, July 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lake Community Library, 565 Market Street in Uniontown
• Terry answers a question about whether he sees some Gaylord Perry in Guardians rookie Gavin Williams;
• Should the Guardians be buyers or sellers at the Aug. 1 trade deadline?
• Did Josh Naylor get overlooked for an All-Star Game spot?
• Grading the Cavs in free agency;
• What Max Strus and Georges Niang will bring to the Cavs that they sorely need;
• Emoni Bates' small but noteworthy gesture;
• Should NBA teams like the Blazers give in to trade requests of star players like Damian Lillard?
• Which sport is it hardest to be a general manager in: NBA, NHL, NFL or MLB?
• Why Terry's weekend column on Gettysburg was one of his most read of the year;
• And a Hey, Terry! email where a listener does his top 10 of the best "Plutoisms."

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• Terry has a library appearance coming up in a couple of weeks, Tuesday, July 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lake Community Library, 565 Market Street in Uniontown;
• The Cavs' Caris LeVert dilemma and how it fits into NBA free agency, which starts Friday evening;
• Why all the gnashing of teeth about the Cavs?
• Terry's thoughts on Emoni Bates, and why he reminds us of an Andrew Berry-type pick;
• Terry's happy about the signings of Craig Porter Jr and Pete Nance;
• It's "SpongeBob time," Terry says, when it comes to Oscar Gonzalez and Gabriel Arias;
• Why it's important to keep an eye on Shane Bieber's later-inning stamina;
• Our early impressions of Bo Naylor;
• It's time to bring back an age-old baseball tradition;
• What Terry is hearing about Deshaun Watson, the Browns coaches and the positive vibes coming out of Berea;
• Terry discusses his Faith & You column this week, which is about Gettysburg;
• And a Terry's Talkin' question about the Guardians' prospects and whether they've given up too soon on some prospects.

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• Terry will be speaking at the Rodman Library in Alliance on June 27 at 6:30 p.m. It’s free
• The Guardians will be debuting another top-100 pitching prospect on Wednesday night;
• Is this a lost season for Triston McKenzie after another injury?
• Inside the surge of Josh Naylor, who's tearing it up at the plate (and on the bases);
• A listener argues that Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland are doomed to the fate of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum in Portland, and that the Cavs should move Mitchell as soon as possible;
• What Deshaun Watson's honest assessment of 2022 tells us about 2023;
• Which Browns player can have a breakout season this fall;
• Why the Browns haven't made a play for Kareem Hunt or Ezekiel Elliott this offseason;
• Some reader feedback on League Park, the old old home of Cleveland major league baseball; and on Terry's recent tribute column to Jimmy Cannon.

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• Terry will be speaking at the Rodman Library in Alliance on June 27 at 6:30 p.m. It’s free.
• Don't forget to sign up for Terry's weekly newsletter at cleveland.com/newsletters. It's also free.
• What's gotten into the Guardians' offense;
• How much longer before the Guardians promote Bo Naylor and cut ties with Mike Zunino?
• Is this a "Super 2 Thing" or not?
• Terry wonders "what-if" about former Guardians Nolan Jones and Owen Miller;
• What kind of trade partner the Guardians might be looking for with Shane Bieber;
• What we can learn about the Cavs after watching the NBA Finals;
• "The P Word";
• How a Taco Bell commercial can change a franchise;
• The Browns have a new alternate logo;
• And to preview his upcoming Faith & You column, Terry discusses fathers and father figures, and what they can mean to someone.

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• Terry will be speaking at the Rodman Library in Alliance on June 27 at 6:30 p.m. It’s free.
• Terry's impressions from Tuesday's Browns minicamp session in Berea, including Deshaun Watson, Amari Cooper, Donovan People-Jones and Cedric Tillman;
• Why one person will be the most important addition to the Browns this offseason;
• How Andres Gimenez is starting to turn it around for the Guardians;
• Will Shane Bieber be on the Guardians after the Aug. 1 trade deadline?
• What's happening to the slumping Francisco Lindor in New York;
• Who might be a good trading partner for the Guardians, and one name that could be a low-risk addition for the offense;
• Donovan Mitchell's future with the Cavs;
• What the Cavs need from Jarrett Allen going forward;
• A fun Kevin Love fact;
• And this week's Hey, Terry! questions on Terry's Faith & You column; Tommy John; and the NHL playoffs.

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• DeAndre Hopkins is on the market. Should the Browns go after him? 
• Why he would fit in Cleveland's receiver room;
• Should Kevin Stefanski be so upbeat about Deshaun Watson?
• Terry reshuffles the Guardians' starting rotation and sends one pitcher to the bullen;
• What the Guardians should do with the erratic James Karinchak;
• And how they should handle the offensive struggles of Andres Gimenez;
• We offer four candidates who could help the Cavs solve some of their 3-point shooting and floor-spacing problems;
• And this week's Hey, Terry! questions.

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• The NBA coach-firing spree is in full swing. Are the Cavs right to be sticking with J.B. Bickerstaff?
• We discuss a letter asking whether Dan Gilbert gets enough credit for his time as Cavs owner;
• One player who could fit the Cavs this offseason that you can still watch in the playoffs;
• Emmanuel Clase: Is Terry concerned or not about his recent appearances?
• Whether the pitch clock has anything to do with it;
• One player the Guardians need to get more out of offensively;
• When is the right time to bring up Bo Naylor;
• Reaction to the Browns' trade for Za’Darius Smith;
• Terry's recent column on Bernie Kosar and his health struggles;
• And a Hey, Terry email about a T-shirt sighting in Italy.

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• What's with the Guardians' struggling offense;
• Is Oscar Gonzalez destined to be a one-year wonder?
• Why Andrés Giménez is struggling too;
• How the Guardians should handle the catching chores and Mike Zunino;
• What the Cavs can learn from the Miami Heat;
• What Donovan Mitchell gave the Cavs, and didn't give them;
• The "sneaky" Browns draft pick Terry is eager to see;
• Can Luke Wypler contribute despite being a later-round pick?
• This week's Hey, Terry! questions on Emmanuel Clase's velocity and the Cavs' regular-season intensity; and the Guardians TV situation with Bally Sports.

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• Terry's series of columns on the state of the Cavs;
• Was the buyout of Kevin Love the wrong move?
• Why the bench needs an overhaul, and who might go;
• Evan Mobley:What his game should look like as he continues to develop;
• Breaking down the Browns draft;
• Browns go big but say it's not a change of approach, which makes Terry smile;
• Ferrari or dump truck?
• Which Browns players should be worried after the draft;
• Guardians pitching: Their approach and why it's working;
• Zach Plesac does what well?
• This week's Hey, Terry! question on Ted Stepien;
• And Terry's tribute to Gordon Lightfoot, who has passed away at age 84.

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• A plug inviting you to sign up for Terry's free weekly newsletter;
• What's behind the Cavs' struggles in the series vs. the Knicks and how they can fix it;
• What Donovan Mitchell should do to shake out of his offensive funk;
• Will we see Lamar Stephens in Game 5?
• Why it was a mistake for the Cavs to put Darius Garland on Jalen Brunson;
• Who's been the best player in the series so far;
• Why people should take a deep breath and not overreact if the series does end Wednesday night in Game 5;
• Terry unveils a stunning stat on Oscar Gonzalez;
• The struggles of Josh Naylor;
• The new wave of Guardians starters;
• Looking at the Browns' third-round picks or lower and whether the Andrew Berry front office is having more or less success than the NFL average;
• Why preparing two quarterbacks, as the Browns did last season, should be a big deal;
• Terry answers this week's Hey, Terry! question, where he compares and contrasts managers Mike Hargrove and Terry Francona.

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• What do the Cavs need to do heading into Game 2 vs. the Knicks? Terry's got ideas;
• A player Terry would like to see get a shot if Isaac Okoro is not 100%;
• We debate taking a star out with two or three fouls in the first half, as the Knicks did with Jalen Brunson;
• We play "Real or Not Real" with some of the Guardians hitters: Is what we've seen what we're going to see, or not?
• Given the new Jalen Hurts contract with the Eagles, did the Browns get a bargain with Deshaun Watson?
• We break down the top five NFL salaries for the 2023 season;
• We discuss "Hey, Terry" questions about collecting team schedules; and what fans are feeling about the Guardians name change in Year 2;
• And Terry shares a book he's been reading about the making of a sports movie classic.

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• The Cavs' J.B. Bickerstaff asked Guardians manager Terry Francona for advice on coaching in the playoffs. What would have been good advice for Tito to give him?
• Which matchups we're most excited to see in Cavs vs. Knicks
• Terry's prediction for the series;
• Some names to watch as the Guardians try to plug the holes in their pitching;
• What Oscar Gonzalez might need to do to get back on track;
• What teams are doing to pitch to Josh Bell;
• Why Kareem Hunt shouldn't be back with the Browns in 2023;
• And this week's Hey, Terry! questions on pitcher pickoff moves; the John Adams memorial patch on the Guardians' uniforms; what the Browns need to do to elevate their special teams;
• and why we love magnet schedules.

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• Thoughts on the Guardians' 4-1 start;
• When it it time to start worrying about Josh Bell, who has started 1 for 17 at the plate;
• Two interesting numbers from the Guardians' first five games;
• What we've seen from Mike Zunino, and what to expect;
• Why Terry loves the pitch clock and shorter MLB games;
• Why the Cavs need to "get slow" against the Knicks and can't get rushed when they play them in the playoffs, as happened in their loss a few days ago;
• What the Cavs can learn from the Michael Jordan-era Bulls;
• Which of the Browns' free-agent signings is the best;
• This week's Hey, Terry questions, one of which is about the Cavs 18-21 road record and whether it's a cause for concern in the playoffs; and a new idea for defensive penalties when the ball is close to the goal line.

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• What Andrés Giménez's new contract extension means for the Guardians - and Amed Rosario?
• How the Guardians will weather the injury that might shelve Triston McKenzie for eight weeks;
• Terry's prediction for the 2023 Guardians and their season record;
• Appreciating the playoff-bound Cavs. who avoided the fate of many teams that spin their wheels in a rebuild;
• Who the Cavs should want in the first round: The Knicks or the Nets;
• Should Kevin Stefanski and Andrew Berry have an "ultimatum" to make the playoffs this season?
• Comparing this season's Cavs to the Daugherty-Nance-Price era;
• Which coach will win a championship first: J.B. Bickerstaff, Terry Francona, Kevin Stefanski?

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• Terry talks about what he saw in Goodyear at Guardians spring training;
• What Shane Bieber pitched through last season - it may surprise you;
• Why Triston McKenzie and Myles Straw are different this year;
• A Guardians pitcher to watch in the minors this season;
• Are the Cavs underrated?
• Evan Mobley: Why he's getting better and better;
• The final letters from podcast listeners about their times playing against notable athletes;
• Was it smart for the Browns to bring back Joshua Dobbs?
• Bringing back OBJ is a bad idea, Terry says;
• We grade the Browns in free agency so far;
• This week's Hey, Terry! question on the padded "Guardian caps" and concussions, and Terry's idea for an experiment in the NFL;
• And Terry's book recommendation for this week, which has a Wyoming twist.

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• Terry is in Goodyear, Arizona, and has his early impressions of the Guardians;
• It may be Amed Rosario’s final season in Cleveland – why he shouldn’t be underappreciated;
• Terry’s pick for the young player to start the season as the utility player is …..
• What’s the future hold for Zach Plesac?
• After Terry’s wife, Roberta, called it on Steven Kwan, she has honed in on her 2023 prospect to watch;
• Is it time to worry about the Cavs’ bench for the playoffs?
• The Browns are building inside-out in free agency so far. How they’re doing;
• What position the Browns should target next in free agency;
• This week’s Hey, Terry questions, including who’d you rather have: Baker Mayfield or Jacoby Brissett?
• Terry’s book recommendation for the week -- a perfect one for March Madness;
• And why you should watch Season 3 of Ted Lasso tonight.

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• Terry shares info on his upcoming library appearance. It's free;
• The Browns have a waiting list for season tickets. Given their losing past, why is that? Terry wants answers
• Why the Browns' coaching changes this offseason are a good thing;
• Who was behind all these coaching moves, anyway?
• Why new senior offensive assistant Bill Musgrave and special teams coach Bubba Ventrone can make a difference;
• Are the Cavs using Evan Mobley right?
• Cavs vs. Celtics preview: Twice vs. Boston, Twice vs. Miami in next five
• Terry’s take on the new rules
• Can the pitch clock "save" baseball?
• Terry's tweak to MLB's new rule about how many players have to be on each side of second base and in the infield;
• More listener emails about playing games vs. notable athletes;
• Terry discusses his Faith & You column from over the weekend about how cellphones have taken over our lives, and denies reports that he wants to go live in a cave;
• This week's Hey, Terry! questions about the Cavs' bench scoring; and whether the Browns' lack of special teams talent was behind Mike Priefer's dismissal; 
• And Terry's book recommendation for this week.

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• Terry will be speaking at the Niles McKinley Library on Tuesday, March 7 at 6:30 PM. It’s free. He’ll take questions and sign books.
• We look at Kevin Love's legacy with the Cavs, the good, the bad and the buyout;
• Should Love's number be retired?
• What grade Terry gives the Cavs at the All-Star break;
• Terry talks about his conversation with Cleveland slugging great Rocky Colavito, 89, and Rocky's stories of going from the Bronx to Cleveland;
• The Guardians are nursing some injuries among their prospects; Terry has feelings on drafting high school pitchers;
• More emails from fans about notable athletes they played against in their younger days;
• The Browns have fired special teams coach Mike Priefer: Why that was the right move at the right time;
• Kevin Stefanski has lots of hires to make this offseason;
• And this week's Hey, Terry question about when Terry heads to spring training and which players he's looking forward to seeing.

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• Thoughts on the holding call against the Eagles late in their Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs: Right call or not?
• Terry’s take on why the Cavs are unbeaten this month;
• Why Danny Green is a perfect fit for the Cavs, on a number of levels;
• The Cavs aren’t getting their share of national attention, and that’s OK;
• Previewing Wednesday night’s Cavs game vs. the Sixers, and why the Cavs might be as well-equipped as anyone to contend with Joel Embiid;
• Terry discusses coach Daniyal Robinson and the surprising Cleveland State men’s basketball team and his two-part series of columns this week;
• More of your emails about playing games against notable pro athletes;
• Are the Browns close to Super Bowl contention or not?
• Terry’s candidate for backup quarterback for the Browns in 2023;
• This week’s Hey, Terry question about whether Jim Schwartz can turn the Browns defense around;
• And Terry’s book recommendation for the week.

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• Terry’s thoughts on the Cavs and their impressive three-game win streak;
• The rise of the Cleveland big men, Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley;
• Isaac Okoro has started to make shots; is that related to Kevin Love’s decline in minutes or are they independent of each other?
• What Terry thinks the Cavs might do by Thursday’s 3 p.m. trade deadline;
• Terry reflects on LeBron James and his Akron roots as LeBron approaches the NBA’s all-time scoring record;
• Will LeBron break the record with a sky hook as a tribute to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?
• Terry reflects on the services last week for late Cleveland baseball drummer John Adams;
• We highlight your emails with stories about having played sports against notable athletes;
• This week’s Hey, Terry questions about the Guardians’ pitching;
• And Terry’s book recommendation for the week.

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• Remembering John Adams, Cleveland’s baseball drummer and “the heartbeat of the ballpark”;
• Terry shares some of the moments he spent with Adams, and thoughts on what the Guardians might want to do to consider Adams’ legacy;
• The demise of Bally’s Sports network and what it means for the Guardians and Cavs;
• Why the Bally’s financial woes could be the opportunity MLB needs to improve its visibility and compete for fans with the NBA and NFL;
• What we learned about the Cavs in Tuesday’s loss to Miami and what Terry thinks they need to do differently;
• Are the Cavs good, or are fans expecting too much too soon?
• The Bengals showed Browns fans that finding weird ways to lose happen to other teams, too;
• We spend too much time talking about the Pro Bowl and why it doesn’t mean much anymore;
• Send us your emails about notable people you played sports against, to sports@cleveland.com;
• This week’s Hey, Terry! question on what legendary Cleveland sports talker Pete Franklin would have been like in today’s media landscape; and would Browns fans trade Kevin Stefanski for any other coach in the AFC North.
• And Terry promotes an upcoming library appearance next week.

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• Should the Cavs make a deal? And if so, who?
• J.B. Bickerstaff says the Cavs’ rotation isn’t going to get longer. Who Terry sees as being in and out;
• Should Myles Garrett have been a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year?
• And why new Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz can help him make it next season;
• Comparing and contrasting the rookie seasons of Phil Dawson and Cade York;
• Terry retells the story of Dawson’s kicking tryout with the Steelers;
• Why Guardians manager Terry Francona is one of a kind, both on and off the field;
• What Terry learned at last weekend’s Guards Fest;
• Why “imposter syndrome” was a thing with some members of the Guardians;
• Terry shares the response he got to his recent Faith & You column on former Cleveland pitcher Jim “Mudcat” Grant.
• And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions, about whether the Browns can make the Super Bowl with Schwartz making a difference on defense; and what Neal Huntington’s role is with the Guardians these days.

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• Terry’s thoughts on the Browns’ hiring of Jim Schwartz to be their new defensive coordinator;
• A quick discussion of the “Wide 9” scheme and why it could be huge for Myles Garrett;
• What will change, and which kinds of players will Schwartz need to run his defense?
• What we learned about the Browns’ potential approach to roster building because of their Schwartz hiring;
• What we learned about the Cavs from Monday’s MLK Day win over the Pelicans;
• Is Darius Garland starting to ‘play chess’ on the basketball court?
• How he can find the balance between “hunting” and “distributing”;
• Where Donovan Mitchell ranks on Terry’s all-time list of Cavaliers;
• Why the upcoming renovations to Progressive Field will be a good thing for the Guardians;
• And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions on the Browns’ performance in close games; and Jose Ramirez’s career goals.

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• Terry on the Browns’ firing of Joe Woods on Sunday night, a move he advocated for weeks ago;
• Are changes coming? And will Kevin Stefanski give up play calling?
• Why Mike Priefer might not be keeping his job as Browns special teams coach;
• What the Browns locker room seems like it’s missing;
• Do the Browns need more vocal leaders?
• Why there was a big difference between the way the Lions played and the way the Browns played on Sunday;
• Who could be the next Jarvis Landry-type player;
• Terry on why next season is not all about Deshaun Watson’s development;
• Terry’s thoughts on the Cavs’ road trip so far;
• What Rubio will do when he returns;
• Should the Cavs make a move for a wing player, given their lack of draft assets?
• Assessing whether Bojan Bodganovich is a fit;
• Readers weigh in on the purple car from Terry’s youth, and what it has to do with the Browns;
• This week’s Hey, Terry questions about Lovie Smith as a Browns defensive coordinator candidate, and restructuring Deshaun Watson’s contract;
• And Terry’s book recommendation for the week.

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• Breaking down Donovan Mitchell’s franchise-record 71-point night vs. the Bulls;
• How Mitchell did it (and how Terry suggested it last week);
• Terry’s stories about Wilt Chamberlain, president of the 70-point club;
• Why Wilt hated to talk about his 100-point game;
• What Michael Jordan game vs. the Cavs Terry was reminded of after seeing Mitchell’s performance (it’s not The Shot);
• How Brad Daugherty figured into Monday night’s game;
• How many minutes should Mitchell play on Wednesday night vs. the Suns?
• How Terry is feeling about the up-and-down Browns;
• Why Terry says the Browns still should move on from Joe Woods;
• Martin Emerson Jr.: The Browns’ best cornerback
• Terry on this week’s Faith & You column about a big purple car and what we should watch out for when we think we’re getting a “good deal.”
• This week’s Hey, Terry questions on whether the NFL change the way it records interceptions; and the return of the second-base runner in extra innings in MLB in 2023;
• And we talk some book recommendations again this week.

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Highlights:

• A dome in Cleveland? Terry says some fans are big on the idea. We break it down;
• Why the cold-weather Browns got beat by the dome-home New Orleans Saints on Christmas Eve;
• Were the Browns out-toughed by New Orleans on their home field?
• Why the Browns’ offensive approach looked disconnected from the weather realities of the game;
• What Kevin Stefanski and Deshaun Watson should learn from the loss;
• What’s the deal with Myles Garrett?
• J.B. Bickerstaff’s message after the Cavs lost to the Nets and what it means;
• How Donovan Mitchell can get back on track after a couple of tough shooting performances;
• Should Kyrie’s number be retired? Kevin Love says yes;
• Why Guardians fans should be encouraged about Myles Straw’s offensive outlook for 2023;
• A Hey, Terry! question about Dick Schafrath and his Hall of Fame chances;
• And Terry’s book recommendation for this week.

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• The top Christmas songs of all time, and what’s at the top of Terry’s list;
• Why Terry would make the Cavs’ trade for Donovan Mitchell in a second if he had to do it today;
• Why the Cavs got Mitchell at exactly the right time;
• Why the deal has worked so well;
• The Cavs’ physical defense vs. the Jazz on Monday night, and what it means going forward;
• What Terry wants to see from the Cavs on Wednesday at home vs. the Bucks and on Friday at home vs. the Raptors;
• What impressed Terry about Deshaun Watson in Saturday’s Browns win over the Ravens;
• The defense held Baltimore to three points – did that change Terry’s view on Browns defensive coordinator Joe Woods?
• Why Mike Zunino has a good chance to return to form after his surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome;
• Terry makes his 2023 Guardians opening day lineup;
• Thoughts on Andres Gimenez playing shortstop in the World Baseball Classic;
• This week’s Hey, Terry questions on the Cavs’ bench; Caris LeVert; and a family issue at Christmas;
• And this week’s book recommendation from Terry.

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• The NBA’s 20-year club: Can you name them?
• What catcher Mike Zunino will bring to the Guardians;
• Why Josh Bell was a good fit, and why his contract had an interesting structure;
• Josh Naylor playing the outfield: Good idea or not?
• Why the Cavs keep starting slow and losing on the road;
• The striking disparity between Darius Garland’s home stats and road stats;
• Deshaun Watson’s performance against the Bengals: What we learned;
• What the Browns need to accomplish in their final four games;
• Why the Browns’ offensive line is struggling to play up to its reputation;
• This week’s Hey, Terry! questions about whether Deshaun Watson deserves a pass for not playing in a regular-season game for 700 days; whether Evan Mobley should develop a sky hook; and book recommendations.

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• Getting into “goblin mode”;
• What looked off with Deshaun Watson’s debut on Sunday;
• And what a successful outing would look like against the Bengals this Sunday;
• The Browns’ defense and special teams had their best day of the season in Houston – what it means;
• What’s next for Baker Mayfield;
• What’s behind the NBA’s crackdown on traveling, and what’s wrong with it;
• How to feel about LeBron James as he returned to Cleveland to face the Cavs once again;
• Weighing the Guardians’ options for trades and free agency in the wake of the Winter Meetings – Sean Murphy? Bryan Reynolds? Christian Vazquez?
• After Emmanuel Clase and Andres Gimenez make the All-MLB Team, first and second team, respectively, which Guardians player might we see on that list next year?
• Terry on this week’s Faith & You column about longtime Fox 8 personality Wayne Dawson;
• And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions on the Cavs’ success with undrafted free agents; and did David Njoku make a catch with his “off” hand to beat the Bucs?

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Highlights:

• A skunk, a roadrunner and “the Dibber”;
• What the Browns’ win over the Bucs means;
• Can David Njoku become the Browns’ version of Travis Kelce?
• What Terry wants to see from Deshaun Watson in Sunday’s game vs. the Texans;
• Jacoby Brissett’s Browns legacy;
• The Cavs at the quarter-pole are on pace to win 50-plus games -- how they’ve done it;
• Why it’s OK that Isaac Okoro hasn’t been making shots;
• Do the Cavs have enough shooting on the roster?
• Terry’s take on the Guardians’ best catching duo for 2023 after Luke Maile leaves in free agency;
• Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which includes tips about how to survive the holidays;
• Have the Browns won the Baker Mayfield trade with the Panthers?
• A question about whether Phil Dawson would ever coach with the Browns;
• A fan’s “most sentimental” list of Browns quarterbacks and Brissett’s place on it.

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• How the Cavs went from being fat cats into being junkyard dogs again;
• Lamar Stevens and his instant impact;
• Why Terry thinks the time is right for the Browns to move on from Joe Woods;
• Who’s responsible for the bad defense: Woods, the front office, Kevin Stefanski?
• What the Browns player statements this week tell us about how the defensive players might be feeling;
• The second-best graded defensive lineman against the Bills was who?
• Terry’s thoughts on whether Kevin Stefanski is acting more like an offensive coordinator than a head coach;
• The story behind the Guardians’ trade of Nolan Jones and what they got in return;
• An abundance of young outfielders for the Guardians? Go figure;
• Terry on his annual Thanksgiving week column;
• And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions about whether Harrison Bryant should yield some snaps to Kareem Hunt; and whether the NL and AL should retire a jersey number.

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• Good news: Robots have stopped following Terry;
• Terry will be at the Wickliffe Library on Thursday, Nov. 17;
•  Darius Garland’s 51 points, what it means;
• The Cavs have hit a rough patch, but fans should give them time to stabilize after a weird start to the season;
• Which lineups are working for the Cavs based on a limited sample size;
• Is it time to worry about Isaac Okoro’s shooting?
• Out of the frying pan into the freezer: Browns going from 85 degrees in Miami to a blizzard in Buffalo;
• Grant Delpit on the upswing;
• Steven Kwan and what he can bring to the Guardians in 2023;
• Terry’s Faith & You column for the upcoming weekend, about what people are thankful for as Thanksgiving approaches;
• And some Hey, Terry! questions on Deshaun Watson and C.C. Sabathia’s Hall of Fame future.

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• Terry discusses his hiking trip to western Maryland and the Appalachian Trail;
• Are the Cavs playing arrogant basketball? J.B. Bickerstaff said they are after Wednesday night’s loss at Sacramento;
• What Bickerstaff can do to help the team find its defensive identity;
• The Dolphins are loaded on offense – what the Browns have to do on Sunday to come out of Miami with a win;
• Terry’s take on Nick Chubb, and whether he is the best running back on the planet, as Derrick Henry said this week;
• Why Terry sees a lot of Jim Brown in Nick Chubb;
• The World Series TV ratings were underwhelming again – what can baseball to make more people watch?
• Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, about meeting “Marty the Robot” at a grocery store;
• And we discuss two Hey, Terry! questions about Guardians attendance; and how much money the team made from its four home playoff games.

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• Terry’s take on what he heard from being at Andrew Berry’s bye week press conference;
• Are the expectations different in Berea because of the Deshaun Watson situation? Or is “maximizing the team’s potential” enough of a goal?
• Will the Browns make the playoffs?
• What Monday night’s convincing win over the Bengals tells us about the Browns;
• Terry’s take on the Cavs’ devotion to defense and what it says about what kind of season they’ll have;
• Which current Cavs player plays defense in a way that reminds Terry and his wife of Matthew Dellavedova;
• Is the Cavs’ newfound love for 3-pointers good or bad?
• Terry talks about the four Gold Glove winners for the Guardians, and why Myles Straw will get a good long opportunity to stay in center field next season;
• Terry discusses his Faith & You column for the week, which is about why we sometimes don’t feel well, and what we can do to cope with anxiety to make it less physically taxing;
• And we answer some Hey, Terry! questions about sports betting, and what the Guardians’ biggest needs are this offseason.

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• Terry will appear at the Wooster Library and sign books on Wednesday, Nov. 2;
• Terry’s take on why the Browns should trade Kareem Hunt; 
• Is this OBJ all over again? Why the Browns are showing they can’t use the offensive weapons they do have in an effective way;
• Terry’s impressions of the 2-1 Cavaliers so far, including Donovan Mitchell and the surprising Cedi Osman;
• What you should expect to see from the Guardians this offseason and heading into 2023, including a new-look catching contingent;
• And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions about Evan Mobley’s early-season flow, or lack thereof; and whether Gabriel Arias would fit at first base for the Guardians next season.

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• Was Monday night’s rainout good or bad for the Guardians? Did it matter?
• Why Shane Bieber’s non-start in Game 5 reminds us of Andrew Miller pitching in the 2016 playoffs;
• Why Terry thinks there was a better third option instead of Bieber or Aaron Civale to start Game 5 vs. the Yankees;
• One thing the Guardians have to improve of the field - not in terms of talent - for the 2023 season;
• Terry’s take on Josh Naylor and rocking the baby against the Yankees;
• Terry makes his prediction on how many games the Cavs will win this season;
• Why Larry Nance Sr. has something in common with Donovan Mitchell;
• We discuss what we learned this week from Cavs beat writer Chris Fedor about Evan Mobley and Isaac Okoro;
• What the heck is “Noah” anyway?
• The Browns have a lot to fix, and it involves coaching, talent and effort;
• Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, where he shares 10 tips that can help you live a more contented life;
• And we answer some Hey, Terry! questions on Guardians DH stats; and who might replace Terry Francona when he decides it’s time to pass the baton.

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• A Tom Brady joke;
• The “relentlessly resilient” Guardians and what they have to do against the Yankees;
• What the wild-card walkoff win over the Rays meant;
• Who’s the most to blame for the Browns’ terrible run defense?
• After a “five-alarm fire” response in Berea the last few days, we discuss new additions Deion Jones and Tyeler Davison and whether they can make a difference;
• The Browns unleashed Cade York, and he missed two big field goals. Is he going to be OK? And what can we learn about it from Phil Dawson?
• What Terry thinks of the new-look Donovan Mitchell Cavaliers;
• Caris LeVert and the never-ending small forward saga;
• Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column about why we want to be “People Pleasers,” and how we can find ways to take care of others and ourselves;
• And we discuss this week’s Hey, Terry! questions about fans booing, and why Terry Francona’s teams always seem to win more as the season goes along.

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• Go figure: Weights are falling out of walleye;
• We got some response from our question from two weeks ago about which Cleveland pro team is closest to winning a championship;
• Terry’s Guardians vs. Rays preview;
• The Guardians and Rays are living in the land of the big-payroll teams by making the playoffs again;
• How Terry Francona’s performance this season ranks among top recent coaching/managing jobs for Cleveland teams;
• We dissect the Browns’ loss to the Falcons, and why going for it on fourth and goal from the 3 was not the right move, vs. Atlanta, anyway;
• Are the Browns holding Cade York back?
• Terry weighs in on who’ll be the Cavs’ starting small forward on opening night;
• Terry shares his experience writing about John Adams, and the story about how Adams began banging the drum in the bleachers at Indians games decades ago;
• Terry on the 1961 season and Roger Maris, whose AL home run record has been broken by the Yankees’ Aaron Judge;
• And we answer some Hey, Terry! questions on Clay Matthews Jr.; why there are hardly any knuckleball pitchers anymore; and Jose Ramirez’s Hall of Fame track going forward.

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• The Guardians are doing anything but crumbling, as Elvis Andrus and the White Sox are finding out;
• How the Guardians are doing this, and the pressure they put on opponents;
• Terry on how Myles Straw found “it” again;
• What the Guardians should do with Amed Rosario, who has one year left on his contract;
• Forget breaking down the playoffs, just enjoy the ride with the Guardians;
• Which two coordinators might feel their seats get red-hot during Thursday night’s Browns vs. Steelers game;
• Why the Browns are like DirecTV;
• Can players please stop telling the fans how to feel?
• Terry weighs in on why the Cavs could be the NBA’s version of the Guardians;
• Terry shares his Faith & You column for this week, about why sometimes the most aggravating person in our lives can be the one staring back at us in the mirror;
• And we answer some Hey, Terry! questions about whether the Cavs would deal Kevin Love and/or Caris LeVert; how aggressive (or not) Cleveland sports media is; what it’s like to cover a game that ends as wildly as the last two Browns games have.

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• Is this one of Terry Francona’s best managerial seasons of his career?
• How Francona makes everyone feel important and how that translates onto the field;
• Terry’s take on the new MLB rules that will institute a pitch clock and outlaw infield shifts in 2023;
• First impressions of Jacoby Brissett in Sunday’s Browns win over the Panthers;
• How the Browns might be able to “weaponize” the kicking game and have opponents suffer “death by field goals.”
• Terry’s impressions from Donovan Mitchell’s introductory Cavs press conference Wednesday;
• Terry on this week’s Faith & You column, which is about people blaming their parents for issues in their lives;
• Your Hey, Terry! questions on why Myles Straw is starting for the Guardians; whether Cleveland baseball fans are appreciative enough of division titles; by the Guardians didn’t bring up catcher Bo Naylor; and why Terry thinks the Nick Chubb / Kareem Hunt 1-2 punch is better than the Earnest Byner / Kevin Mack combination of days past;
• And why as the late, great Les Levine would say, of all the Terry’s Talkin’ podcasts that have been done, this one is the most recent.

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Highlights:

• Terry talks about memories of Cleveland-Yankees games of past years, in the wake of a nearly flawless Mickey Mantle rookie baseball card being sold recently for a record $12.6 million at auction.
• Who would have thought a Guardians-Orioles midweek series in August would have important playoff ramifications?
• What adjustments can the Guardians make entering this homestand, if any?
• What to do about Myles Straw’s struggles at the plate;
• Are the Guardians and MLB hurting themselves by restricting how many of their games are available for fans to watch on TV?
• How concerned Terry is about the Browns given what he’s seen in the preseason;
• Why Josh Dobbs shouldn’t start, but what he could do to make some key contributions;
• How excited Terry thinks Browns fans should be about rookie kicker Cade York (answer: very);
• Fan Thomas Shaw sends in his interesting proposal for a Jimmy Garoppolo trade for the Browns;
• And a fan points out how much the Guardians lineup has turned over since Mike Clevinger was pitching for Cleveland.

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• Who should play in the Browns’ final preseason game Saturday against the Bears? And how much should they play?
• Why it was good that Browns guard Joel Bitonio clarified his “Cleveland against the world” comments from after the preseason game in Jacksonville;
• Should the Browns have a player-run practice like the Lions did earlier this week?
• Terry on why young pitchers on the Guardians staff should learn from history and take a multiyear extension when it’s offered;
• We discuss the Guardians’ most indispensable underrated player: Steven Kwan or Emmanuel Clase;
• Where Kwan stands in the race for AL Rookie of the Year;
• Terry answers a question about whether the Browns are bringing in players who are more reserved and businesslike, or if it’s just happening that way;
• And Terry shares thoughts on this week’s Faith & You column about why bad memories are so vivid to us, and good memories have to be assembled – and how we can work to make good memories more a part of our daily lives.

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Highlights:

• Terry weighs in on MLB’s rules about catchers blocking the plate, and why Tuesday night’s controversial play doesn’t capture the intent of the rule at all;
• Why Terry Francona was right to leave the dugout and confront the umpires late in Tuesday’s loss, and why that move could pay off down the final stretch;
• What to know about Tony LaRussa and the White Sox as the Guardians prepare for a three-game set with them at Progressive Field this weekend. First place could be on the line;
• Terry’s thoughts on the delay and the settlement talks going on in the Deshaun Watson disciplinary process. Is it hindering the Browns’ preparations for the season opener?
• Why Terry thinks Watson should start and play a lot in the Browns’ final two preseason games;
• Will Anthony Schwartz pan out as one of Andrew Berry’s draft picks?
• LeBron James has signed a two-year extension with the Lakers with a player option for the third year. Terry weighs in on whether it’s good he’s not returning to the Cavs;
• And Terry shares thoughts on this week’s Faith & You column about the “daily stupid,” those annoying, draining moments and how we can deal with them.

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• The demise of the Choco Taco;
• What Terry’s expecting to see as the Browns start 2022 training camp;
• Can the Browns rely on Anthony Schwartz?
• Why it’s about time we’re seeing more Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt in the backfield together;
• Terry sits behind Roger Goodell’s desk and we think about how the commissioner might handle the Watson ruling when it comes down;
• Why Oakland A’s catcher Sean Murphy is a perfect fit for the Guardians;
• What Terry thinks about Pittsburgh outfielder Bryan Reynolds being on the Guardians’ radar;
• Will Franmil Reyes be a Guardian on Aug. 3? How about Shane Bieber? Amed Rosario?
• Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which is about the “Dark Night of the Soul”;
• and Terry answers questions about why the 2022 Browns are $48 million under the salary cap.

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• Why the Guardians brought up Nolan Jones instead of Will Brennan, and why it’s working out wonderfully so far;
• Why Franmil Reyes could be on the move as trade deadline looms;
• What grade Terry gives Guardians manager Terry Francona for the first half of the season;
• Terry’s take on the Baker Mayfield press conference in North Carolina on Tuesday;
• Will Mayfield or Sam Darnold start for the Panthers in the season opener against the Browns on Sept. 11?
• The Brooklyn Nets are in shambles: What it’s meant for the Cavaliers;
• Why the Cavs should keep Kevin Love around next season;
• Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column about what we should say – and not say -- when a friend dies;
• And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions on Baker Mayfield’s shoulder; and Art Modell being under consideration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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The Guardians are tied for first heading into Wednesday night’s game at Minnesota. How are they doing this?

• Why Emmanuel Clase has the best stuff of any reliever Terry has seen since … Jose Mesa?
• And speaking of comparisons, Shane Bieber’s curveball has Terry thinking about another Cleveland pitcher of lore;
• What the Browns can do for a backup to Jacoby Brissett;
• Mike Brown’s hire with the Sacramento Kings and what it means about culture, and why the Cavaliers are in a good place with their culture, and their young roster;
• Is Ohio State’s Malaki Branham, out of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, a good fit with the Cavs in Thursday night’s NBA Draft 2022?
• Terry’s Faith & You column this week, about the remarkable life of a man named Rob Sharkey;
• And some Hey, Terry! questions about what Franmil Reyes can do to get hot again in his return to the Guardians; would Colin Kaepernick make sense for the Browns if Deshaun Watson is suspended; and whether Kevin Love will be back with the Cavaliers for the 2022-23 season.

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• Why it was a good idea for Deshaun Watson to meet with reporters at minicamp, though it probably won’t change anything;
• Whether Terry thinks Baker Mayfield will be starting for the Carolina Panthers against the Browns on opening weekend of the NFL season;
• Why Terry says Myles Garrett should have visited the Hall of Fame with his teammates Wednesday;
• What’s up with the short practices Kevin Stefanski is running at minicamp this week?
• Should Jose Ramirez be the AL MVP frontrunner? Oddsmakers have him fourth right now;
• Why the “Jose Hustle” should become a thing;
• What kind of deal Collin Sexton should be expecting heading into the 2022 season;
• Terry shares some of the stories from this weekend’s Faith & You column, where readers send in some of their fondest Father’s Day memories;
• And Terry answers some Hey, Terry questions about whether the Browns would retire Phil Dawson’s number; and how Oscar Gonzalez almost got away from the Guardians over the offseason.

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• Why the Browns are anything but “comfortable” with the newest Deshaun Watson revelations;
• What Terry thinks about the Browns excusing Baker Mayfield from next week’s mandatory minicamp;
• Can Emmanuel Clase be the next All-Star-caliber closer for the Cleveland baseball franchise?
• Why Terry thinks the Guardians’ Andres Gimenez will be an All-Star in his own right;
• Do the Cavs need a “pest” on their roster – a player who can get under opponents’ skin the way Draymond Green does for the Golden State Warriors? And if so, who might that be?
• What the Cavs might do with Collin Sexton this offseason, and the idea of offering him a two-year deal instead of a one-year;
• Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, which is about a child who loses a parent to a drug overdose and how they can cope with the loss;
• And Terry answers some Hey, Terry questions from fans about Odell Beckham Jr. and a possible return to Cleveland; how the Browns might use David Njoku in the 2022 offense; and what Browns position group is the most concerning.

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• ·      Why Terry is OK with David Njoku’s new four-year, $56.750 million deal that makes him the NFL’s fifth-highest-paid tight end;
• ·      Will Kevin Stefanski move the Browns offense away from so many three-tight-end formations?
• ·      Why Oscar Gonzalez is a breath of fresh air in the Guardians outfield;
• ·      How excited should fans be about Gonzalez, anyway?
• ·     Terry’s take on Luke Walton returning to Cleveland to work on J.B. Bickerstaff’s coaching staff;
• ·     Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, including a story of a stuffed Snoopy, and Rocky Colavito’s advice making a difference;
• ·     Terry answers some Hey Terry! questions, including one on whether the Browns might want to bring back Joe Haden.

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• Terry on what we can learn about the Browns’ approach to Baker Mayfield from the way they handled the Jadeveon Clowney signing;
• Deshaun Watson settles in at OTAs;
• How Jerome Ford can make an impact in 2022, and beyond;
• As the Browns put a basketball hoop on their practice field, Terry talks about other pro athletes who were surprisingly good at more than one sport, including Jim Thome and Rick Manning;
• Why the upcoming stretch of games against sub-.500 teams is important for the Guardians;
• The Warriors are back in the NBA Finals, without Kevin Durant; Terry has thoughts on what the Cavs can take from their success;
• Terry shares his thoughts on this week’s Faith & You column, where he writes during graduation season about what he would tell his younger; and we discuss the lost art of letter writing;
• We share some excellent fan responses to what pieces of Cleveland sports memorabilia they would like to have if money were no object, in the wake of Diego Maradona’s World Cup jersey going for $9.3 million at auction;
• And Terry answers this week’s “Hey, Terry!” questions, including one about whether the podcast host interrupts him too much.

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• Why the Guardians’ culture is helping them stay in contention despite all the upheaval of the early season;
• What Terry Francona’s comments on robot umps say about his strengths as a manager;
• What Terry’s thinking about a possible extension for Browns tight end David Njoku;
• What we think the Browns’ schedule says about how the NFL feels about them this season;
• Terry’s take on why Evan Mobley made the All-Rookie First Team, but lost out on Rookie of the Year to Toronto’s Scottie Barnes;
• Terry discusses this weekend’s “Faith & You” column, which is about “seeing” people in need and how sometimes just being there is enough;
• And we share some of the excellent fan responses about what piece of Cleveland sports memorabilia they would love to have if money was no object. This is a follow-up from our callout last week as we talked about the multimillion-dollar auction of the “Hand of God” soccer jersey worn in the 1986 World Cup by Diego Maradona.

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·      What Terry would do if he was on the clock Friday night for the Browns;

·      What the Guardians are doing to elevate their farm system, which is ranked 12th in MLB by Baseball America and MLB.com;

·      Players Guardians fans should keep an eye on as the team moves into May and the (hopefully) warmer weather;

·      What the Cavaliers missed out on by failing to win a play-in game, and what J.B. Bickerstaff could have done differently against Atlanta;

·      Why the Cavs need to find a veteran point guard this offseason, and two names who could be on their list;

·      What the Cavs should do with Collin Sexton, and how that approach could work out for everyone involved;

·      Terry previews this weekend’s Faith & You column, where he calls Indians legend Rocky Colavito for advice on what to do when you have a friend who is dying;

·      A Hey, Terry! question about a draft deal the Browns might be able to swing to find a player, and send Baker Mayfield out of town;

·      And Terry has a Terry’s Trivia question about three coaches who worked for the San Diego ABA franchise, two of whom would come to Cleveland.

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• What Terry thought about comments by Browns GM Andrew Berry at the NFL Combine on Baker Mayfield and other offseason decisions;
• Why Terry thinks the Browns should seek a pass rusher with the 13th pick in the first round;
• $8 million could be an important number for the Browns; Terry explains why;
• Is tight end David Njoku worth the $10 million-plus he’s expected to draw on a new contract?
• Terry on why a slow tempo is the Cavaliers’ best friend;
• Why it’s fine that Darius Garland participated in All-Star Weekend, even though he’s sidelined with a back injury now;
• What it is Terry likes about the Cavs’ Junkyard Dog Award;
• Terry discusses the red-hot Kent State men’s basketball team, which will be one of the favorites at next week’s Mid-American Conference Tournament in Cleveland;
• Some Hey, Terry! questions on who would make the decision if Kevin Stefanski ends up not calling plays in 2022; and whether Baker Mayfield is the right in Cleveland going forward;
• And this week’s “Terry’s Trivia,” about the Cavs’ franchise top-10 list for most blocks in a season.

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• Terry’s thoughts on the big weekend that was NBA All-Star Game 2022, where Cleveland showed its best side to the world;
• How the Cavs All-Stars can keep their feet on the ground after a star-struck weekend;
• Would LeBron James fit on this version of the Cavaliers?
• How Darius Garland and Caris LeVert prepare for the homestretch of the NBA regular season;
• Terry on Jarvis Landry’s string of Tweets; will he be a Brown in 2022?
• Why Terry likes Teddy Bridgewater as a backup QB from the Browns;
• The story behind Cleveland State basketball’s Horizon League regular-season title and the snowstorm they had to drive through to capture it;
• A “Hey, Terry” question on whether fans have more fondness for this version of the Cavs and the 1990s team than for the 2016 NBA champions;
• And this week’s “Terry’s Trivia,” about which college football program has the most players on the Browns roster.

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• Will Baker Mayfield be back next season? Why he might, and might not;
• The Browns’ disappointing lack of discipline, especially when it comes to presnap penalties;
• Why the Browns couldn’t figure out how to block the Steelers’ T.J. Watt;
• Is Kevin Stefanski too rigid when it comes to approach and in-game adjustments?
• Doug Dieken has announced he’s retiring, and Terry talks about what he’s meant to the Browns franchise;
• Terry’s thoughts on how Rajon Rondo will fit in with the Cavaliers;
• Why J.B. Bickerstaff’s culture is making a difference every day for the Cavs;
• Which Cavaliers belong in next month’s NBA All-Star Game, which will be held in Cleveland;
• Terry answers some fan questions on the Browns’ offseason; Doug Dieken; and Stump Mitchell;
• Terry discusses his “Faith & You” column for this week, about the best advice people have received, and what they have done – or not done – with that advice;
• And a Terry’s Trivia question on jersey No. 73 and the Browns.

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• What has to happen for the Browns to make the playoffs (it’s not that complicated);
• What the loss in Green Bay means for Baker Mayfield’s future with the Browns;
• Why there was a bit of a difference in tone about Mayfield after the loss to the Packers;
• Why Mayfield’s footwork is not what it should be this late in this season;
• Who’s back from the COVID list heading into Monday night’s game in Pittsburgh;
• Why Terry thinks a 9-8 record is important for the Browns even if it doesn’t get them into the playoffs;
• What Ricky Rubio’s injury against New Orleans on Tuesday night means for the Cavs;
• Is Ben Simmons worth consideration if Rubio is out for an extended period?
• Why it’s key that the Cavs keep Kevin Love’s minutes at a reasonable level;
•  The latest Terry is hearing on David Blitzer buying ownership in the Guardians;
• Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, about facing our fears with perspective;
• Terry answers your questions about Evan Mobley-Tim Duncan comparisons, and why a Cavs deal for Ben Simmons is a bad idea;
• And this week’s Terry’s Trivia question about the longest-tenured Cavs coaches.

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• The Browns lost to the Raiders amid a COVID outbreak; did the coaches maximize the talent they had available?
• Why the Raiders looked like the more desperate team;
• How some “conservative creativity” could have helped the Browns;
• How tough it’s been for the Browns to score points in the fourth quarter, and what that shortcoming is doing to their season;
• Why all is not lost for the Browns given their tiebreakers vs. AFC North opponents;
• What we know about the Cavs coming off their own COVID outbreak;
• Why J.B. Bickerstaff of the Cavs should be in the conversation for NBA Coach of the Year;
• What a potential sale of some of the Guardians ownership to David Blitzer means, both on and off the field;
• Terry talks about his Faith & You column for this weekend, about a special moment he and his father had in a Waffle House restaurant on Christmas night.
• And Terry answers fan questions on Cedi Osman, Phil Dawson and why the Browns played a “prevent defense” at game’s end vs. the Raiders.

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• With the Browns going through a rash of positive COVID tests, how will they negotiate preparations for the Raiders game Saturday?
• How the Browns will handle the coaching and play calling with Mike Priefer and Alex Van Pelt; and how the players on the field will have to adjust;
• Thoughts on why the Browns can win Sunday;
• The phenomenon that is the Cavaliers, who are 17-12 and the No. 4 team in the Eastern Conference behind the Nets, Bulls and Bucks.
• How the franchise has turned around from the depths of the post-LeBron era;
• How Kevin Love has turned it around and is having fun with this team, and why it’s hard to believe it’s only been eight months since his April apology for pouting and throwing the ball away against the Raptors;
• Terry’s thoughts on whether the Cavs are just a playoff team, or if they can be more;
• Akron’s hiring of Joe Moorhead as its new football coach, and why that came together for Moorhead and the Zips;
• Terry answers Hey, Terry! fan questions on whether Mitch Trubisky would fit with the Browns next season; Dylan Windler; and why Jim Donovan is just the latest in a long line of outstanding Browns play-by-play announcers;
• And a Terry’s Trivia question on the last coach to win more than 40 football games with the Akron football program.

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• Terry has two books named on Esquire’s list of the Top 100 Baseball Books of All-Time;
• Why if the Browns had a shot to defeat the Ravens this season, Sunday is the day;
• It’s December, meaning it’s time we find out how good Browns kicker Chase McLaughlin really is;
• What Terry thinks about the Browns using Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt on the field at the same time, and how he expects they’ll use them;
• What the Cavs can do offensively now that Darius Garland is starting to draw some serious defensive attention from opponents;
• What kind of player the Cavs might look for in a midseason trade;
• With the holidays coming, there will be political discussion, emotions and alcohol at many family gatherings; Terry shares some survival techniques he’s learned to get through the season – which is the topic of his Faith & You column this week;
• Terry answers some Hey, Terry! questions on Kevin Love and what a new labor agreement might mean for the Guardians;
• And we banter about this week’s Terry’s Trivia question, about the 1958 AL Most Valuable Player voting, which included Rocky Colavito.

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• Reaction from Browns GM Andrew Berry’s media interview on Wednesday as the Browns enter their bye week;
• Will Baker Mayfield get right before it’s too late?
• Can the Browns fix their issue with presnap penalties – a category where they’ve been among the league leaders;
• How Jarvis Landry fits and what it says about the Browns offense going forward;
• Why wasn’t Nick Chubb in for the final drive in the loss to the Ravens?
• The most important stat when it comes to Cavs rookie Evan Mobley;
• How the Cavs’ lineup with three 7-footers is like the Navy football team and causing headaches for opponents;
• Why Lauri Markkanen is an unsung hero so far this season;
• How the Cavs are making the Kevin Love situation work;
• Kent State’s surprising appearance in Saturday’s MAC Football Championship;
• Akron may be close to hiring a new coach in former assistant Joe Moorhead;
• Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which is about how to keep the holidays about what they’re about instead of dwelling on the past;
• Your Hey Terry! questions;
• And a Terry’s Trivia question on Charlie Frye and the Browns’ 2005 draft.

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• What’s important about what’s going on with Baker Mayfield;
• Should Mayfield have pushed back at the booing fans at Sunday’s win?
• Why the Ravens are a tough statistical matchup for the Browns;
• the convergence of events that has put the Kent State football team in contention for the Mid-American Conference championship;
• the Cavs are hanging in there through a rash of injuries;
• was Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff right to call out NBA referees and demand more respect for his team? Or was he giving them an excuse?
• Why Jarrett Allen may be an underappreciated player who’s just right for what the Cavs want to do;
• Which player Terry is nervous about the Guardians losing after they set their 40-man roster;
• Terry talks about his Faith & You column, and how people are thankful even after having to battle through countless obstacles;
• Terry answers some “Hey Terry!” questions about Albert Belle; the state of the Browns locker room; and the “Turkey Trot” that the Browns used to do in the 1980s;
• And a “Terry’s Trivia” question about Brandon Weeden’s baseball career.

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• Why this week has been Kevin Stefanski’s biggest challenge so far as Browns head coach;
• Baker Mayfield is as tough as they come, but as banged-up as he is, should he be playing?
• What Joe Woods and the coaches might do to get the defense back on track;
• How the Browns can get the wide receivers more involved in the offense;
• What formula the Cavaliers have used to win games during their surprising start, and how they might try to weather injuries to Collin Sexton and Evan Mobley;
• What kind of player Terry would like to see the Guardians bring in this offseason;
• Terry talks about his upcoming Faith & You column, which contemplates how people manage grief during a holiday season without a friend or family member who has died; and the issues that arise when that person has been lost to suicide;
• Terry answers some “Hey, Terry!” questions about whether the Browns players have lost faith in the coaching staff, and where the Cavs might find scoring for the next few weeks;
• And a Terry’s Trivia question about former Browns head coach Eric Mangini.

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• The Browns’ “Paying of the Guards,” as they locked up Wyatt Teller and Joel Bitonio to new deals this week; and why Ray Farmer should get a tip of the hat;
• Terry weighs in on what the signings mean, if anything, for extensions for QB Baker Mayfield and DB Denzel Ward;
• How will the Browns attack the Patriots defense on Sunday if they are without Nick Chubb, Demetric Felton and Kareem Hunt;
• Why this another “biggest game of the year” for the Browns against the Patriots;
• How impressive the Cavs have been with their 7-4 record, which is better than Milwaukee, the Lakers and Portland, to name a few;
• The Cavs’ upcoming homestand and how they’ll weather being without Collin Sexton, Kevin Love and Lauri Markkanen;
• Terry on whether Evan Mobley is special and a transformative player;
• Terry gives his early impressions of the Cleveland State men’s basketball team, which played at BYU on Tuesday night and has its home opener Saturday against Ohio;
• We discuss Terry’s Faith & You column this week, which is about counting your blessings and appreciating that even when you have it bad, there are people who have it worse than you do;
• And Terry answers some “Hey, Terry!” questions from fans and a “Terry’s Trivia” question about Wyatt Teller.

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• Why Browns vs. Steelers is Terry’s most-looked-forward-to Browns game since the opener against the Chiefs;
• What was behind D’Ernest Johnson’s breakout game against Denver, 22 carries for 146 yards;
• Why the Cavs are starting to build an identity, even though the season is only a handful of games old;
• What kind of basketball the Cavs are playing, and what kind of ball they want to play;
• The surprising case of Eddie Rosario’s postseason after the Indians traded him to Atlanta;
• Terry discusses his upcoming “Faith & You” column about families dealing with dementia;
• Terry answers fan questions about whether Kenny Lofton or Omar Vizquel will be in the Hall of Fame someday; and if he’s concerned about the banged-up Browns offensive line;
• And this week’s Terry’s Trivia: What’s unique about Cody Allen’s birthday?

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• Terry weighs in on why it was the right call to sit Baker Mayfield and start Case Keenum for Thursday night’s game against the Broncos;
• Why the Steelers game on Oct. 31 is the one the Browns should aim to have players return for;
• What it could mean for Joe Woods and the defense if they continue to give up big passing plays;
• With the Cavs starting their season this week, Terry makes his prediction for what the team’s record will be;
• And we lay out the upcoming early-season five-game road trip that could leave the young roster with some questions about how good they can be.
• Terry discusses his “Faith & You” column for this week, about when people realize their parents are aging and roles are reversed;
• And he answers your Hey, Terry! questions about whether Kevin Stefanski should continue to call the offensive plays, and other topics.

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• Terry on why it’s OK if Baker Mayfield is a good quarterback but not an elite one;
• What can be done to help Mayfield and Odell Beckham Jr. connect more, especially when the game hangs in the balance;
• Why Evan Mobley reminds him of former Cavs Larry Nance Sr. and Hot Rod Williams;
• Terry answers Hey, Terry! questions from fans on the Guardians’ Logan Allen (not Logan T. Allen) and Eli Morgan next spring; and whether there will be an MLB work stoppage heading into the 2022 season.
• Terry discusses his upcoming Faith & You column about hiking, finding remnants of abandoned old houses and what it represented to him.

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• What’s up with Baker Mayfield and what can he do to get right?
• What Terry thinks the Browns should do at left tackle with Jedrick Wills Jr. battling his ankle injury and backup Chris Hubbard still hurting;
• Terry gives his take on Urban Meyer and what his future might hold with the Jacksonville Jaguars;
• Terry’s impressions of the Cavs’ blowout loss Tuesday night in their preseason opener in Chicago;
• Why Terry is high on the Guardians in 2022 and what he thinks about their chances of winning 90 games;
• Fan questions on Demetric Felton’s punt-return approach and why fans can’t just be happy when the Browns win;
• And Terry shares thoughts on his “Faith & You” column and advice from readers about how to better communicate with important people in your life.

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• What it was like to be at the Indians’ final home game on Monday; and what the name change to Guardians means for the future;
• Was the Browns defense awesome Sunday, was the Bears offense terrible, or was it a combination of both?
• Why the Vikings are going to be tough matchup for the Browns on Sunday afternoon;
• Why a buyout for Kevin Love is still on the table, regardless of what you might be hearing;
• Hey, Terry! questions from readers, including one about the Guardians’ approach to free agency as the name changes this offseason;
• And a Terry’s Trivia question about two Browns connections drafted before Justin Gilbert in 2014.

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On this week's episode:

• The improbable journey of former Indian and fan favorite Jerry Dybzinski; and Terry recalls his days playing against him;
• How the Browns beat the Texans, even though they haven’t found a defensive identity yet;
• Why Terry thinks Rashard Higgins can make a difference for the next few weeks while Jarvis Landry is sidelined;
• Which prospects are catching Terry’s eye and could be wearing a Cleveland Guardians uniform the next couple of years;
• With Cavaliers media day approaching Monday, what does the future hold for Kevin Love?
• Why Ben Simmons, who may have played his last game for the 76ers, probably isn’t coming to the Cavs;
• The importance of realizing that sometimes it’s OK to not say something;
• And a Jerry Dybzinski-related trivia question to wrap up the show.

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• What's a fair standard for fans to expect from Baker Mayfield after Sunday's loss to the Chiefs?
• What's next for the Browns defense?
• Whether the Browns used the right run/pass formula in Kansas City
• What the bottom line is on the Browns after their season-opening loss;
• Terry breaks down the Indians' recent trades, and what they've gotten in return (hint: They're winning the trades).
• Terry answers some "Hey, Terry!" questions from fans, including one on Ben Simmons.
• and discusses his Faith & You column about how the COVID pandemic has changed us.

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• On a scale of 1-5, how important is the Browns’ season opener at Kansas City anyway?
• What it’s like to see a game at Arrowhead Stadium.
• How will Joe Woods and the revamped Browns defense approach stopping Patrick Mahomes and the high-powered Chiefs offense?
• Terry talks about which Browns players he’s most excited to see in a real game Sunday.
• The Indians’ young pitchers are growing up in front of our eyes; Terry has thoughts on what it means for the future.
• Forget payroll: Terry wants to discuss how the Indians have come out on top in so many recent trades.
• An appreciation of a man who’s in some elite company this season: Jose Ramirez.
• It’s slow time in the NBA, which gives us time to ponder whether the Cavs should try to put three 7-footers on the floor at the same time this season.
• And, we learn a little something about the 1972 novelty song “Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road,” which Terry admits he saw performed live in Cleveland; and who is the singer’s Grammy-nominated son.

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• Terry gives his impression of the Browns' offense, defense and special teams now that the preseason is over, and what position group he thinks has an embarrassment of riches;
• We get into the story behind the Cavs' trade of Larry Nance Jr., and how it was something Nance and agent Mark Bartlestein were hoping could happen so he could play on a winner;
• We discuss how the Indians might not be competing for a playoff spot, but they are "winning" the 2021 season as they renovate everything from top to bottom in anticipation of a big year in 2022;
• Terry talks about experiences he's had with retail and food-service employees, and how we can make a difference by putting ourselves in their shoes when we're waiting for service.

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