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Cleveland Browns General Manager John Dorsey has been tasked with finding the franchise's replacement for Hue Jackson. 

How will he go about the hire? That is the topic of discussion on today's Cover 2: A podcast on the Cleveland Browns.

The potential pool of candidates -- from former Dorssey associates to college coaches and failed NFL coaches -- has been established. But what type of coach does Dorsey want? Akron Beacon Journal Browns beat writer explains, and how much influence the Haslams will have in the pick.

We also look ahead to Cleveland's game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. These were among the topics discussed: 

- How the Falcons' offense is just as potent as the one the Browns faced against Kansas City. 

- The plan to try and stop star Atlanta wide out Julio Jones.

- Whether Greg Robinson or Desmond Harrison will start at left tackle.

- Why this could be a big day for rookie running back Nick Chubb.

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Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson started the week saying he would be more involved with the team's offense. He spent the rest of the week walking it back.

On today's edition of Cover 2: A podcast on the Cleveland Browns, Nate Ulrich explains why the offense will likely look the same on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley -- who previously worked in Pittsburgh -- said the offense would stay the course despite Jackson's declaration. 

Suffice to say, it seems like there could be growing division between Jackson and Haley. 

We also covered these topics on the podcast:

- The status of rookies Chad Thomas and Austin Corbett, who can't seem to get on the field.

- How aggressive GM John Dorsey could be leading up to next Tuesday's trade deadline. 

- Why the Browns could go into sell mode, and the veteran players they could trade away.

- Why the Browns could still make it close against the Steelers despite being a heavy underdog.

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The Cleveland Browns lost another overtime game Sunday, dropping them to 2-4-1 on the season. After the game, head coach Hue Jackson said he would take a greater roll in the offense.

On today's edition of Cover 2: A podcast on the Cleveland Browns, Steve Doerschuk talks about Jackson's comments and why the third-year coach could be nearing the end of his career in Cleveland.

There is a supporter of Jackson's in the front office, though, and Steve explains who it is. If Jackson is let go, the Browns have some options currently on the coaching staff. 

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Injuries for the Cleveland Browns have been adding up. The most recent setback involves cornerback E.J. Gaines, who will miss Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

On today's edition of Cover 2: A podcast on the Cleveland Browns, Nate Ulrich talks about how the loss of Gaines will affect the Browns against a potent passing offense from the Buccaneers.

Tampa Bay's offense features a good wide receiver grouip, lead by the 6'5, 230-pound Mike Evans. That could lead to trouble rookie Denzel Ward, who will have the first shot at Evans.

We also covered these topics on the episode:

- What to expect from new Browns wide receiver Breshad Perriman with Cleveland looking for help in a thin wide receiver group.

- If quarterback Tyrod Taylor would push for a trade, and if the Browns would be willing to give him up in the first place?

- Whether or not the Browns can bounce back after the team's first blowout loss of the season, and why we're going to find out a lot about Baker Mayfield.

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After getting blown out by the Los Angeles Chargers 38-14 on Sunday, there are plenty of questions to ask about the Browns.

A number of them get asked to Steve Doerschuk on this edition of Cover 2: A podcast on the Cleveland Browns.

The most pressing question is about rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield. It's far too early in his career for doubt, but his play has been inconsistent. He's looked great at times, but Mayfield has now thrown five interceptions in his three starts. He's also only completing 52.6 percent of his passes in those games.

He's not getting much help from his banged up group of wide receivers. That includes big money free agent Jarvis Landry, who may be pressing. Steve answers the tough question on if the Browns should go after a veteran receiver like Amari Cooper or even Dez Bryant. There's one receiver the Browns should absolutely avoid, and the name might surprise you.

On today's podcast, we also covered Duke Johnson's limited usage, who is to blame on the defense for not stopping the run and more.

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