There's A Gleam Podcast: A Cleveland Browns Podcast

The Cleveland Browns offseason is officially underway, and there’s plenty to talk about this week on There’s A Gleam Podcast: A Cleveland Browns Podcast.

John and Steve break down a busy stretch of Browns news and early free agency activity as Cleveland reshapes the roster heading into the 2026 season. The guys discuss the Browns restructuring Deshaun Watson and Denzel Ward to create valuable salary cap flexibility, along with Cleveland placing a second-round tender on safety Ronnie Hickman. They also talk about several depth moves and how teams quietly build rosters during the offseason.

Cleveland has also been active along the offensive line, including the trade for veteran tackle Tytus Howard and the addition of guard Zion Johnson, plus the signing of veteran lineman Elgton Jenkins and the return of Teven Jenkins. The Browns also added linebacker Quincy Williams while former Cleveland linebacker Devin Bush moved on in free agency.

Around the NFL, the guys run through some of the biggest headlines as the league enters free agency season. They discuss moves involving players like Khalil Mack, DJ Moore, and several other league transactions as teams begin reshaping their rosters for the 2026 season.

Next, it’s Draft Talk, as John and Steve react to storylines coming out of the NFL Combine. They discuss fast-rising prospects, debated forty-times, and the growing buzz around Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson and other players whose draft stock may be climbing.

In this week’s free agency segment, the guys talk about the time of year when every fan base believes the next signing could push their team toward the Super Bowl. With the legal tampering period underway and the official signing window opening, the NFL rumor mill is spinning as teams scramble to improve their rosters.

The show also heads to The Land, where they highlight local favorites around Northeast Ohio — including a stop this week at Mitchell's Ice Cream and a look ahead to St. Patrick's Day in Cleveland.

Join John and Steve for Browns football, NFL news, draft talk, and a little Cleveland culture along the way.

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Let’s get the Gleam together. Go Browns.

The Cleveland Browns offseason is already heating up, and this week on There’s a Gleam, Steve and John break down one of the first big moves of the year.

The Browns traded for veteran offensive lineman Tytus Howard from the Houston Texans, and the guys discuss what he brings to the offensive line, why Cleveland made the move, and whether the national media is missing the bigger picture after ESPN handed the Browns a D+ grade for the deal. They also talk about the Browns releasing Cornelius Lucas and the groundbreaking for the new Huntington Bank Field project in Brook Park, a massive development that could shape the future of Browns football in Northeast Ohio for generations.

Around the league, there’s plenty happening as the NFL offseason ramps up. The guys discuss David Montgomery being traded from Detroit to Houston, the Jets franchise tagging Breece Hall, and rumors involving Kyler Murray and other potential roster shakeups across the NFL. With the salary cap set and teams preparing to make moves, the offseason is officially underway.

Next up is Draft Talk, as Steve and John discuss the latest storylines coming out of the NFL Combine. From fast-rising Georgia tackle Monroe Freeling, to the debate around Carnell Tate’s forty time, and the growing buzz surrounding Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, who has a connection with Browns head coach Todd Monken. Could Cleveland be looking at a quarterback in the draft? The guys break down the possibilities and what the Browns might prioritize on both offense and defense.

In this week’s “Free Agency Is The Gleam” segment, they talk about the time of year when every fan base believes the next signing will make their team a Super Bowl contender. The legal tampering period begins Monday, March 9 at noon, and the official signing period opens Wednesday, March 11 at 4 PM, meaning the NFL rumor mill is about to go into overdrive.

The show also heads to The Land, where Steve and John highlight Zappitelli’s in Mentor, a Northeast Ohio Italian restaurant known for generous portions and classic favorites like chicken parm, pasta dinners, gnocchi, pizza, and more. If you love great sauce and big plates of Italian food, this spot might be worth the trip.

Plus, the guys tease that more big news for the show may be coming soon, so stay tuned.

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We close out the episode with more of our new theme song.

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The NFL Combine is here — and the Browns are officially in decision season.

In this episode of There’s A Gleam, Steve and John break down everything happening in Berea and around the league. From Wyatt Teller’s goodbye to the swirling uncertainty surrounding Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, the guys dig into what’s real, what’s smoke, and what Andrew Berry’s latest comments might actually mean.

They discuss:

• The Browns’ approach to free agency and why this year could look different

• Open quarterback competition talk

• The future of Martin Emerson

• Dom Capers joining the defensive staff

• NFL Combine storylines and which position groups matter most

• Whether Cleveland could trade down again in the draft

Plus:

• Steve’s Two-Minute Drill featuring Olympic gold, historic hockey moments, and the internet’s newest hero — a stuffed pierogi

• Guardians spring training updates

• A classic Cleveland fish fry review (because football and fried pollock just make sense)

We’re building new segments, expanding coverage, and gearing up for draft season — and this is just the start.

Subscribe, follow, and join us each week as we talk Browns, NFL, tailgating, and everything that makes Cleveland sports… Cleveland.

Go Browns.

The Gleam is back—and it’s bigger, sharper, and officially rebranded.

In this relaunch episode of There’s A Gleam Podcast: A Cleveland Browns Podcast, Steve and John kick off a new era with major Browns news and a fresh identity for the show.

The headline? The Browns have named Mike Rutenberg as defensive coordinator. The guys break down his coaching background, his roots in the Wide-9 system, his connection to Robert Saleh, and what this hire could mean for the evolution of Cleveland’s defense. Is this a true step forward, or just a remix of what we’ve already seen? They give you the honest take.

They also react to:

• The finalized Browns coaching staff

• The fascinating 2014 Mike Pettine coaching tree (you won’t believe how many future head coaches were on that staff)

• Joel Bitonio’s contract decision window and what it means for the veteran’s future

• A Myles Garrett sighting overseas as Chloe Kim chases Olympic history

Plus, the guys run through key NFL offseason dates, including the Combine and the start of free agency—because this is where teams are built.

And it wouldn’t be There’s A Gleam without spotlighting The Land. This episode highlights The Original Steaks & Hoagies and their expansion into Willowick, Ohio. From Philly bread to Cleveland tailgates, Steve and John break down why this spot deserves attention—and how it connects to Browns game-day culture.

Finally, they explain the rebrand:
Why they expanded the name.
Why they doubled down on being a true Cleveland Browns podcast.
And why Marty Schottenheimer’s legendary “There’s a gleam” speech still sets the tone.

New look. Same passion. Same expectations.

Subscribe, follow, and join the ride. The Gleam isn’t going anywhere.