The Cleveland Browns finally have a new head coach — and it’s Todd Monken. Not the name most fans expected. Maybe not the name many wanted. But here we are.

In this episode of The Dawgland Podcast, Anthony Joki and Jackson McCurry break down how the Browns arrived at this decision, why the coaching search felt chaotic, and what Monken’s background could mean for Cleveland’s offense moving forward. We dive into Jimmy Haslam’s fingerprints on the process, the fallout with Jim Schwartz, Monken’s adaptability across college and the NFL, and whether this hire can actually stabilize a franchise desperate for consistency.

Is this another Browns misstep — or a sneaky smart move that finally fixes the offense?

• Why the Browns’ coaching search felt “off” from the start

• Jimmy Haslam’s influence vs. Andrew Berry’s vision

• What happened with Jim Schwartz — and why it matters

• Todd Monken’s coaching journey (Georgia, Tampa, Baltimore, Cleveland)

• Monken’s adaptability with different QB styles

• What this means for the Browns’ run game and young RBs

• Wide receiver priorities in the draft and free agency

• Potential coaching staff names to watch

• Why this hire could quietly fix Cleveland’s offense

The Cleveland Browns head coaching search is heating up, and the finalists are starting to take shape. On today’s episode of The Dawgland Podcast, Anthony Joki and Jackson McCurry break down the Browns’ second-round head coaching interviews, including Jim Schwartz, Grant Udinski, Nate Scheelhaase, and Todd Monken.

We debate whether Cleveland should prioritize continuity and accountability with Schwartz, or swing big on a young offensive mind to finally stabilize the quarterback position. We also dig into staff-building concerns, offensive play-calling responsibilities, and how the Browns’ uncertain QB situation could impact their final decision.

If you’re a Browns fan trying to make sense of the process, the patience required, and what direction this franchise should take—this episode is for you.

Go Browns.

• Jim Schwartz’s case for continuity and accountability

• Why Schwartz feels like a risky “one-and-done” hire

• Grant Udinski’s meteoric rise and upside as a head coach

• Can a 30-year-old first-time HC succeed in Cleveland?

• Rams passing-game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase and the patience factor

• Todd Monken’s role: head coach or OC option?

• Browns quarterback uncertainty and its impact on the coaching search

• Should Cleveland roll with Shedeur Sanders or add veteran competition?

The Cleveland Browns offseason has officially exploded. In this episode of The Dawgland Podcast, Anthony Joki and Jackson McCurry break down the Browns’ decision to move on from Kevin Stefanski after six seasons — and why Andrew Berry staying changes everything.

We dive deep into the AFC North coaching chaos with John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin also stepping away, what that means for Cleveland’s coaching search, and how the Browns compare to the Ravens and Steelers as a destination. From Jim Schwartz’s future to potential head coaching candidates, culture fits, draft capital, and ownership dynamics — this is a full-scale Browns offseason reset.

Passionate, honest, and grounded Browns analysis as Cleveland stands at another franchise-defining crossroads.

Key Topics:

• Kevin Stefanski fired

• Why Andrew Berry stays — and what this draft could mean

• AFC North Meltdown: Harbaugh, Tomlin, and league-wide coaching chaos

• Ranking Browns vs Ravens vs Steelers as coaching destinations

• Offensive vs defensive head coach debate

• Jim Schwartz’s role and whether Cleveland should keep him

• Top coaching candidates & long-shot chaos scenarios

Anthony and Jackson are back to discuss what they've seen out of Shedeur Sanders so far through his first three starts, what they'd like to see him improve at and what they want to see from him down the stretch in the 2025 season.

The Cleveland Browns fall to 2-7 after an embarrassing 27-20 loss to the New York Jets — a game defined by blown special teams coverage, offensive inconsistency, and rising frustration within the locker room. Anthony Joki and Jackson McCurry break down how the Browns managed to lose despite holding the Jets under 175 total yards, why Bubba Ventrone’s unit continues to implode, and whether Kevin Stefanski is losing control of this team.

They also debate if it’s time to see Shedeur Sanders take over at quarterback after another poor showing from Dillon Gabriel — and what the rest of the season means for the Browns’ future.

Key Talking Points:

• Another Browns loss after the bye week — what went wrong vs the Jets

• Bubba Ventrone’s special teams meltdown (two return TDs allowed)

• Dillon Gabriel’s accuracy struggles and what’s next at QB

• Should Shedeur Sanders get the start moving forward?

• Kevin Stefanski’s job security and locker room tension

The Dawgland Podcast returns with the first Mock Draft Monday of the 2026 NFL Draft Season! Anthony Joki and Jackson McCurry break down the Cleveland Browns’ early 2026 NFL Draft outlook as the team heads into November with a 2-6 record.

They dive into how the Browns’ current season trajectory shapes their draft strategy, early QB prospects to monitor, and which positions of need could define Cleveland’s offseason. From potential first-round targets to mid-round sleepers, the guys discuss who fits the Browns’ long-term vision — and whether a quarterback could be in play.

📊 Topics include:

00:00 – Intro: Welcome to Mock Draft Monday

02:15 – Browns’ record and projected draft slot06:45 – Team needs heading into 2026 draft season

12:10 – Quarterback outlook: evaluating top 2026 QB prospects

19:30 – Offensive skill position priorities (WR, RB, TE)

25:50 – Building the trenches: OL and DL targets

32:00 – Early mock draft simulations: potential Browns scenarios

🎧 Subscribe for weekly Browns coverage, game reactions, and offseason analysis on The Dawgland Podcast. #Browns #NFLDraft #ClevelandBrowns #MockDraftMonday #NFL #BrownsPodcast

The Cleveland Browns fall to 2–6 after a brutal 32–13 loss to the New England Patriots — wasting a historic 5-sack performance from Myles Garrett. Anthony Joki and Jackson McCurry react to the latest offensive meltdown, the growing frustration in Berea, and what changes could come during the bye week.

They discuss Dillon Gabriel’s regression, whether Shedeur Sanders deserves a look, and if Kevin Stefanski’s offense has officially hit its ceiling. Plus — what does this mean for Andrew Berry, the front office, and the upcoming trade deadline?

Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: Another Browns Loss, Another Postgame Rant
0:22 – Myles Garrett’s Historic 5-Sack Day
3:00 – Browns Defense Outplays Offense Again
6:15 – Offensive Collapse: Gabriel, Playcalling, and WR Issues
10:00 – Are the Receivers the Biggest Problem?
14:00 – Kevin Stefanski’s Offense Has Lost Its Identity
16:30 – Front Office Accountability: Six Years, No Progress
19:20 – Should the Browns Make Changes at the Bye Week?
21:00 – QB Decision: Stick With Gabriel or Try Shedeur Sanders?
23:40 – Trade Deadline Outlook: Buy, Sell, or Stand Pat?
25:30 – Time to Evaluate the Roster for 2026
28:40 – Early Draft Talk & What’s Next for Cleveland
30:25 – Outro: Go Browns (Always)

The Dawgland Podcast is back! Anthony Joki and Jackson McCurry dive deep into the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation — should Shedeur Sanders be getting first-team reps over Dillon Gabriel? The guys break down Kevin Stefanski’s comments, what the media’s getting wrong, and when Sanders’ time might actually come.

Then, they preview the Browns’ Week 8 matchup vs. the surging New England Patriots — led by second-year QB Drake Maye and new head coach Mike Vrabel. Can the Browns’ defense keep up their turnover magic? Will Quinshon Judkins find room to run against one of the league’s stingiest run defenses?

🔥 Insightful, passionate Browns analysis — from real fans who live it every week.

KEY TALKING POINTS

• Reaction to Browns’ win over Miami and postgame narratives

• Should Shedeur Sanders get first-team reps?

• Media narratives around Dillon Gabriel vs. Shedeur

• Offensive line improvement and chemistry

• Quinshon Judkins’ performance and Stefanski’s gameplan

• Patriots preview: Drake Maye, Mike Vrabel, and Josh McDaniels

• Defensive matchups and pressure schemes

• Official game predictions

Anthony and Jackson break down the Cleveland Browns' loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, the offensive woes continuing, and the future of head coach Kevin Stefanski.The Browns made two trades last week so they break down the Joe Flacco and Greg Newsome deals as well as other names who could potentially exit the team in the coming weeks. They also discuss the Browns and the City of Cleveland settling their lawsuits and clearing the path finally for the new stadium in Brook Park.

Anthony and Jackson break down the Cleveland Browns 21-17 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. They also discuss the scrunity towards the franchise, specifically head coach Kevin Stefanski and if it's warranted.