Terry’s Talkin’

By Terry Pluto, Cleveland.com

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Cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto talks Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Northeast Ohio college basketball with host David Campbell.

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Terry’s Talkin’ episodes:

05.01.2024
Who will play, who will sit for the Cavs; Should Emmanuel Clase pitch in tied games? Browns draft breakdown
Highlights: 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...
04.25.2024
The most surprising thing about the Guardians; Evan Mobley, difference maker; Deshaun Watson vs. Russell Wilson
HIghlights: 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...
04.15.2024
What the Cavs must do right away vs. the Magic; projecting Andrés Giménez's career; inside Nick Chubb's contract
Highlights: 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...
04.09.2024
Time for Cavs fans to panic? 'The Go-Go Guardians'; why pitchers are getting hurt
Highlights: 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...
04.02.2024
How the Cavs fix this; the good and bad of the Guardians; the Browns' best offseason move
Highlights: 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...
03.26.2024
Guardians season predictions; why kickoffs will matter again; Cavs' Marcus Morris Sr. lays down the law
Highlights: 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...
03.19.2024
Who the Cavs should want in the first round; predicting the Guardians lineup; why Tyler Huntley
Highlights: 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...
03.12.2024
The biggest question about Jameis Winston; Are the Cavs the NBA's most-injured team? Foul ball stories
HIghlights: 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...
02.27.2024
Who'll be better: Josh or Bo Naylor? The Cavs' No. 2 all-time player; Johnny Manziel vs. Brian Hoyer
Highlights: 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...
02.20.2024
What's most different about the Cavs this season; how Carlos Carrasco can impact the 2024 Guardians
In this episode of Terry's Talking Podcast, David Campbell and Terry Pluto discuss the results of a listener survey, the NBA All-Star Game, the Cleveland Cavaliers' performance, the importance of Carlos Carrasco for the Cleveland Guardians, and the front office's...
02.13.2024
The surprising lesson the Browns should take from the Super Bowl; can the Cavs win the East?
Highlights: 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...
02.06.2024
Would Joe Flacco return to the Browns? The red-hot, selfless Cavs; Donovan Mitchell's MVP chances
Highlights from this week's podcast with Terry Pluto and host David Campbell: 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...
02.01.2024
Why Deshaun Watson shouldn't be 'a football player' anymore; tracking Isaac Okoro; why Carlos Carrasco is back
In this episode of Terry's Talking podcast, Terry Pluto and host David Campbell discuss the hiring of Ken Dorsey as the Browns' offensive coordinator, the backup quarterback situation, the wide receiver position and Amari Cooper's contract, Deshaun Watson's playing style...
01.25.2024
A hidden downside to the Watson trade; what the new Browns OC shouldn't do; Cavs and the trade deadline
In this episode, Terry Pluto and David Campbell discuss the Browns' offensive coordinator search, Kevin Stefanski's play calling, the Deshaun Watson trade, and the what might be next, or not, for Bill Belichick. They also explore a proposed change to...
01.17.2024
A new candidate to lead the Browns defense; why the Cavs are hot; the Guardians' biggest offseason move
Highlights: 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...
01.09.2024
The 2 most important Browns vs. the Texans; J.B. Bickerstaff's biggest challenge the rest of the way
Highlights: 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...
01.03.2024
Why Joe Flacco is like former Cav Nate Thurmond; Remembering Frank Ryan; Jarrett Allen's impact
Highlights: 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...
12.26.2023
'Wacko for Flacco'; worrying about Dustin Hopkins' injury; 1 Guardians prospect for 2024
Highlights: 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...
12.19.2023
How Kevin Stefanski is different this year; the Cavs' 'Michael Jordan approach' to point guard
Highlights: 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...
12.12.2023
The Browns' best cornerback right now; solving the Cavs' long-distance problem
Highlights: 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'...
12.05.2023
Why the Browns should be encouraged about Joe Flacco and their playoff chances; a Cavs 'Grit Lineup"
Highlights: 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...
11.28.2023
Which players are letting the Browns down the most right now; why the Cavs will be OK
Highlights: 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...
11.22.2023
Why Myles Garrett is different this season; Helping Darius Garland solve his turnover problem
Highlights: 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...
11.07.2023
Is Stephen Vogt the right manager for the Guardians? One thing the Browns shouldn't change vs. the Ravens
Highlights: 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...
11.01.2023
Who should play if Deshaun Watson can't; what the Cavs need to do less; remembering Frank Howard
Highlights: 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...
10.24.2023
How far can this defense take the Browns? Finding the Guardians an outfielder; Cavs predictions
Highlights: 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...
10.17.2023
Why 'Best in the World' matters to the Browns; Are the Guardians MLB's best open manager job?
Highlights: 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...
10.09.2023
If Deshaun Watson can't play Sunday, the Browns' QB should be .....; what we'd ask Guardians manager candidates
Highlights: 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...
10.03.2023
Why Deshaun Watson's injury became a thing; Evan Mobley, the Cavs' X-factor; our 100th episode
Highlights: 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...
09.26.2023
How good can this Browns defense be, anyway? What we'll remember about Terry Francona in Cleveland
Highlights: 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 [email protected] and put Terry's Talkin' in the subject...
09.19.2023
What's missing from Deshaun Watson's game, and how the Browns turn things around vs. the Titans
Highlights: 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 [email protected], and tell us where you live, and the story behind why you're a passionate fan of...
09.12.2023
Has Grant Delpit arrived for the Browns? Why the Cavs' reunion with Tristan Thompson makes total sense
Highlights: 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...
09.05.2023
Is a Guardians pitcher tipping pitches? Browns 2023 predictions; remembering Jimmy Buffett
Highlights: 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...
08.29.2023
What to expect from Deshaun Watson in 2023; the Guardians' Rookie of the Year candidate is legit
Highlights: 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...
08.22.2023
Meet the Guardians' hottest hitting prospect; 2 reasons the Browns should bring in a veteran kicker
Highlights: 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...
07.31.2023
Why Cleveland is perfect for Noah Syndergaard; How many passes Nick Chubb should see in 2023
Highlights: 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...
07.25.2023
Why the Browns are happy campers; rookie sleeper to watch; brainstorming Guardians options
Highlights: 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...
07.18.2023
Shane Bieber's injury changes everything; Greenbrier: The Browns' most important week of the season?
Highlights: 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...
07.11.2023
Can Shane Bieber shake the blahs? Sam Merrill takes his shot; Browns camp preview
Highlights: 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...
07.03.2023
Is Josh Naylor an All-Star? Why it's hardest to be a GM in this pro sport
Highlights: 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...
06.27.2023
The Cavs' Caris LeVert dilemma; Emoni Bates; Why 'SpongeBob Time' is overdue for the Guardians
Highlights: 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,...
06.20.2023
The surging Josh Naylor; are Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland the next Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum?
Highlights: 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...
06.13.2023
Clock's ticking for Guardians with Bo Naylor, Shane Bieber; the Nuggets, the Cavs and 'the p-word'
Highlights: 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...
06.06.2023
Browns minicamp first impressions; Why Shane Bieber's time with the Guardians could be short
Highlights: 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...
05.30.2023
Does DeAndre Hopkins fit what the Browns need? What the Guardians should do with James Karinchak
Highlights: 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...
05.16.2023
One prospect the Guardians should promote now; Were the Cavs right to stay off the coaching carousel?
Highlights: 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...
05.09.2023
How the Guardians can turn their offense around; What the Cavs can learn from the Heat
Highlights: 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...
05.02.2023
Which NBA player will Evan Mobley's game look like when he 'arrives'? Browns on the edge
Highlights: 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...
04.24.2023
What the Cavs must do in Game 5; shocking Oscar Gonzalez stat; grading Andrew Berry's later-round picks
Highlights: 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...
04.17.2023
How the Cavs win Game 2; Getting real with the Guardians lineup; Deshaun Watson's bargain contract?
Highlights: 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...

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Terry’s Talkin’ episodes:

Who will play, who will sit for the Cavs; Should Emmanuel Clase pitch in tied games? Browns draft breakdown

The most surprising thing about the Guardians; Evan Mobley, difference maker; Deshaun Watson vs. Russell Wilson

What the Cavs must do right away vs. the Magic; projecting Andrés Giménez's career; inside Nick Chubb's contract

Time for Cavs fans to panic? 'The Go-Go Guardians'; why pitchers are getting hurt

How the Cavs fix this; the good and bad of the Guardians; the Browns' best offseason move

Guardians season predictions; why kickoffs will matter again; Cavs' Marcus Morris Sr. lays down the law

Who the Cavs should want in the first round; predicting the Guardians lineup; why Tyler Huntley

The biggest question about Jameis Winston; Are the Cavs the NBA's most-injured team? Foul ball stories

Who'll be better: Josh or Bo Naylor? The Cavs' No. 2 all-time player; Johnny Manziel vs. Brian Hoyer

What's most different about the Cavs this season; how Carlos Carrasco can impact the 2024 Guardians

The surprising lesson the Browns should take from the Super Bowl; can the Cavs win the East?

Would Joe Flacco return to the Browns? The red-hot, selfless Cavs; Donovan Mitchell's MVP chances

Why Deshaun Watson shouldn't be 'a football player' anymore; tracking Isaac Okoro; why Carlos Carrasco is back

A hidden downside to the Watson trade; what the new Browns OC shouldn't do; Cavs and the trade deadline

A new candidate to lead the Browns defense; why the Cavs are hot; the Guardians' biggest offseason move

The 2 most important Browns vs. the Texans; J.B. Bickerstaff's biggest challenge the rest of the way

Why Joe Flacco is like former Cav Nate Thurmond; Remembering Frank Ryan; Jarrett Allen's impact

'Wacko for Flacco'; worrying about Dustin Hopkins' injury; 1 Guardians prospect for 2024

How Kevin Stefanski is different this year; the Cavs' 'Michael Jordan approach' to point guard

The Browns' best cornerback right now; solving the Cavs' long-distance problem

Why the Browns should be encouraged about Joe Flacco and their playoff chances; a Cavs 'Grit Lineup"

Which players are letting the Browns down the most right now; why the Cavs will be OK

Why Myles Garrett is different this season; Helping Darius Garland solve his turnover problem

Is Stephen Vogt the right manager for the Guardians? One thing the Browns shouldn't change vs. the Ravens

Who should play if Deshaun Watson can't; what the Cavs need to do less; remembering Frank Howard

How far can this defense take the Browns? Finding the Guardians an outfielder; Cavs predictions

Why 'Best in the World' matters to the Browns; Are the Guardians MLB's best open manager job?

If Deshaun Watson can't play Sunday, the Browns' QB should be .....; what we'd ask Guardians manager candidates

Why Deshaun Watson's injury became a thing; Evan Mobley, the Cavs' X-factor; our 100th episode

How good can this Browns defense be, anyway? What we'll remember about Terry Francona in Cleveland

What's missing from Deshaun Watson's game, and how the Browns turn things around vs. the Titans

Has Grant Delpit arrived for the Browns? Why the Cavs' reunion with Tristan Thompson makes total sense

Is a Guardians pitcher tipping pitches? Browns 2023 predictions; remembering Jimmy Buffett

What to expect from Deshaun Watson in 2023; the Guardians' Rookie of the Year candidate is legit

Meet the Guardians' hottest hitting prospect; 2 reasons the Browns should bring in a veteran kicker

Why Cleveland is perfect for Noah Syndergaard; How many passes Nick Chubb should see in 2023

Why the Browns are happy campers; rookie sleeper to watch; brainstorming Guardians options

Shane Bieber's injury changes everything; Greenbrier: The Browns' most important week of the season?

Can Shane Bieber shake the blahs? Sam Merrill takes his shot; Browns camp preview

Is Josh Naylor an All-Star? Why it's hardest to be a GM in this pro sport

The Cavs' Caris LeVert dilemma; Emoni Bates; Why 'SpongeBob Time' is overdue for the Guardians

The surging Josh Naylor; are Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland the next Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum?

Clock's ticking for Guardians with Bo Naylor, Shane Bieber; the Nuggets, the Cavs and 'the p-word'

Browns minicamp first impressions; Why Shane Bieber's time with the Guardians could be short

Does DeAndre Hopkins fit what the Browns need? What the Guardians should do with James Karinchak

One prospect the Guardians should promote now; Were the Cavs right to stay off the coaching carousel?

How the Guardians can turn their offense around; What the Cavs can learn from the Heat

Which NBA player will Evan Mobley's game look like when he 'arrives'? Browns on the edge

What the Cavs must do in Game 5; shocking Oscar Gonzalez stat; grading Andrew Berry's later-round picks

How the Cavs win Game 2; Getting real with the Guardians lineup; Deshaun Watson's bargain contract?

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