The Cleveland Guardians were SWEPT by the New York Mets — so what does it mean for a team that just made several moves at the MLB Trade Deadline? We break down Cleveland’s rough series, whether the Guardians’ new additions are already paying off, and if this team still looks like a legitimate contender in the American League. Are the deadline moves working, or does Cleveland still have major questions to answer?

Then, we turn to the Cleveland Browns and the biggest question of training camp: Who will be starting at QB in Week 1 — Shedeur Sanders or Deshaun Watson? We break down the ongoing quarterback battle and discuss who we believe has the best chance to win the job. Plus, rookie wide receiver Denzel Boston has been turning heads at camp. We discuss his impressive start and what his emergence could mean for the Browns’ offense in 2026.

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The Guardians have dropped two straight to the Mets after making major noise at the MLB Trade Deadline — despite Angel Genao making history in his Major League debut. Bruce Drennan and Matt Fontana break down Cleveland’s recent skid, Genao’s impressive debut and the Guardians’ aggressive approach at the trade deadline.

Plus, Guardians on SI beat reporter Cade Cracas joins the show to break down Cleveland’s newest additions, discuss the team’s new outlook and evaluate the Guardians’ biggest strengths and weaknesses as they gear up for a push toward the playoffs.

And did Deshaun Watson just change the Browns’ quarterback battle with his best practice so far? Bruce and Matt discuss where things stand between Watson and Shedeur Sanders, along with reports of rookie wide receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston stealing the show at Browns training camp.

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Guardians LEGEND Carlos Baerga joins the show to break down Cleveland’s aggressive MLB Trade Deadline moves and what they mean for the team’s postseason outlook!

Baerga gives his take on Cleveland’s decision to make a major push at the deadline, the message those moves send to the clubhouse and the fan base, and how the Guardians’ roster now stacks up as they make a serious run toward October.

Plus, the Guardians have called up top prospect Angel Genao. What can Cleveland expect from one of its most exciting young players, and could Genao make an immediate impact at the big-league level?

Browns legend Josh Cribbs breaks down the first six days of Cleveland Browns training camp!

Cribbs reacts to the Browns QB battle, the biggest takeaways from camp so far, and what he thinks about the team’s outlook heading into the 2026 season.

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Chris Gimenez joins us to break down Cleveland’s newest additions, including Nathaniel Lowe, Jo Adell, Foster Griffin and Craig Yoho, what the Guardians’ front office was thinking at the deadline, and whether this roster is now built for a deep postseason run. Plus, ESPN’s Buster Olney has the Guardians ranked as the No. 1 team in the American League — are they really the team to beat? And is this the most excited Guardians fans have been about a deadline since 2016?

We’re also joined by former Browns first-round pick Phil Taylor for stories from his time in Cleveland, what it was like playing in front of Browns fans, locker-room memories and his perspective on today’s quarterback competition between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson. Plus, we debate whether Sanders is beginning to separate himself, Watson’s troubling turnovers, what full pads could change and when Todd Monken needs to make a decision.

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The Cleveland Browns quarterback battle between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson is heating up after the first week of training camp. Is Sanders starting to pull away? We discuss Watson’s turnovers, Dillon Gabriel, full-pads practices and when Todd Monken needs to make a decision. Plus, are the Browns truly rebuilding in 2026, and can they win more than 5½ games?

Guardians analyst Jensen Lewis joins us to discuss Cleveland’s MLB Trade Deadline plans after a rough series against the Diamondbacks. Will the Guardians be buyers? Cleveland Browns legend Hanford Dixon also joins the show to discuss the QB battle, Myles Garrett and expectations for 2026.

Finally, we debate whether the Cavaliers deserve the blame for LeBron James not returning to Cleveland and what’s next for Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs.

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The Cleveland Guardians On SI Report 8/3/26

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With Shedeur Sanders showing early poise in Todd Monken’s offense and Deshaun Watson struggling with early turnovers, the panel debates if Shedeur is already taking control of the starting QB job.

Plus, a look at recent comments from NFL coaches on Kevin Stefanski's tenure—was he set up to fail by constant quarterback instability, and can Todd Monken succeed where Stefanski couldn't?

Sam Amico joins the show to share where the Cavaliers go next after missing out on LeBron James. He breaks down how finalizing James Harden's contract structure helps preserve cap flexibility and explores potential trade targets—like adding a tough, defensive two-way wing or exploring options with players like Max Strus and Dennis Schröder—to elevate the Cavs' core into serious title contenders.

Finally, the discussion shifts to the Cleveland Guardians as the trade deadline approaches. With manager Stephen Vogt signaling that the team views itself as a contender, the panel questions whether the front office will pull the trigger on a middle-of-the-order bat to complement a championship-caliber pitching staff, or trust their young core to make a playoff run.

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College football analyst and author of the acclaimed Phil Steele's College Football Preview, Phil Steele joins Bruce Drennan and Matt Fontana to break down the upcoming college football season, preview the nation's top contenders, and discuss the biggest storylines shaping the sport.

Plus, Bruce reacts to the stunning aftermath of LeBron James' decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers and discusses where the Cavaliers go from here as they search for answers to avoid falling behind in an increasingly competitive Eastern Conference.

And finally, Guardians On SI beat reporter Cade Cracas joins Bruce and Matt in studio to break down where the Cleveland Guardians stand ahead of Monday's MLB trade deadline, whether the club will be buyers or stand pat, and what to expect over the final stretch of the season.

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Josh Cribbs joins Matt Fontana and Ryan Tyler for an in-depth conversation about the Cleveland Browns as training camp ramps up. The Browns legend shares what it's like for players inside the locker room during a quarterback competition, weighs in on whether Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders should earn the starting job, and explains what a QB battle means for the rest of the team.

Plus, how much pressure is on Cavaliers President of Basketball Operations Koby Altman after missing out on bringing LeBron James back to Cleveland? And are there any realistic moves left that can keep the Cavs in championship contention in a revamped Eastern Conference?

Finally, with the Guardians sitting just 1.5 games out of first place as the trade deadline approaches, Matt and Ryan tackle the biggest question facing the front office: Will Cleveland buy, sell, or stand pat?

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Did the Cavaliers make the right call sticking with Donovan Mitchell over a LeBron James return? On today’s episode of the BIGPLAY Cleveland Show, Chef Zae, Max Loeb, and Jack O’Rourke dive deep into Scoop B’s bombshell report revealing why LeBron’s inner circle was skeptical of Cleveland’s backcourt structure—and why King James ultimately chose the Philadelphia 76ers over a storybook return home.

The guys debate whether Koby Altman and the front office made the right $273 million bet on Mitchell, how high-usage ball handlers mesh on the floor, and what realistic moves the Cavs can make right now to compete in an arms-race Eastern Conference. Could a swing for Golden State’s Jonathan Kuminga move the needle, or is Cleveland’s core roster build hitting its ceiling?

Plus, former Cleveland Browns first-round pick and defensive anchor Phil Taylor joins the show in-studio! Big Phil takes us behind the scenes of Browns training camp in Berea, reflecting on his 2011 rookie year following the infamous Julio Jones trade, getting welcomed to the NFL by veteran offensive linemen, legendary practice scuffles in the August heat, and what it was like taking reps across from Hall of Famer Joe Thomas.

To wrap things up, the crew plays a high-stakes segment of Cleveland Sports Buy or Sell, tackling hot topics including Koby Altman’s hot seat, Shedeur Sanders' potential playing time, Todd Monken’s new offense, and whether José Ramírez will go down as a more beloved Cleveland athlete than LeBron James.

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