The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.

Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow.

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Yesterday · 37 min
Best of Browns on 92.3 The Fan: Would you have gone for two?
The hosts of 92.3 The Fan weigh in with Monday reaction to the Browns' loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 9. While Shedeur Sanders acquitted himself pretty well, the game ultimately came down to head coach Todd Monken's fateful decision to go for two in overtime, rather than play for the tie and continue the game. What did you think of the call?
Yesterday · 2 hr 26 min
Full Show: Monday, November 9, 2026
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate whether Shedeur Sanders or Deshaun Watson should start the upcoming game against the Houston Texans following a loss to the Saints. They also analyze defensive performance issues involving Jared Verse and the decision to attempt a two-point conversion in overtime. (00:01:50) Browns Vs Saints Reaction (00:07:23) Dynamic Playmaker Highlights (00:12:18) Bill Cowher On Shedeur (00:17:23) Todd Monken On Shedeur (00:22:15) Building Team Infrastructure (00:28:23) Complimentary Player Assessment (00:34:08) League Wide Quarterback Play (00:39:41) Two Point Conversion Logic (00:46:07) Play Calling Conservatism (00:51:09) Edmund Fitzgerald Anniversary (00:56:25) Jared Verse Performance Concerns (01:01:32) Drafting Defensive Leaders (01:06:17) Lima Likes Weekend Recap (01:12:52) Cleveland Cavaliers Cup Win (01:19:55) Emory Hunt Commentary (01:26:03) Daryl Ruiter Interview (01:44:13) Monken Play Calling Trust (01:52:32) Roster Miscommunication Issues (01:58:00) Tyler Shough Comparison (02:05:56) Final Quarterback Debate
Yesterday · 36 min
Hour 1: Why Deshaun Watson Should Start Over Shedeur Sanders
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cleveland Browns' overtime loss to the Saints and debate whether Shedeur Sanders or Deshaun Watson should start moving forward. They analyze Todd Monken's offensive strategy and field calls from fans concerned about the team's playoff viability and long-term culture. (00:02:01) Browns vs Saints Highlights (00:05:21) Monken and Shedeur Relationship (00:08:48) Starting Watson Over Sanders (00:12:32) Bill Cowher Endorsement (00:16:45) Playoff Hopes and Roster (00:22:06) Fan Callers Debate Quarterbacks (00:26:07) Strategy for the Future (00:33:57) Monken’s Coaching Decisions (00:38:14) League Quarterback Comparison
Yesterday · 37 min
Hour 2: How Worried Should We Be About Jared Verse?
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Browns' decision to go for two in their recent loss and express concerns over Jared Verse's performance and rhetoric. They also discuss Shedeur Sanders' press conference demeanor and the underwhelming state of the Cleveland quarterback room. Finally, they react to Ohio State's shocking three-loss season and the firing of their special teams coach. (00:02:02) Decision to Go for Two (00:08:13) Comparing Shedeur and Deshaun (00:16:23) Shedeur’s Press Conference Reaction (00:19:03) Jared Verse’s Disappearing Act (00:24:24) Browns Defensive Leadership (00:30:26) Ohio State Firing Coaches (00:38:14) NBA Cup & LeBron’s Return (00:41:02) LIV Golf’s Demise
Yesterday · 34 min
Hour 3: Daryl Ruiter: Deshaun Watson Should Start Over Shedeur Sanders
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima evaluate the Cleveland Browns' quarterback situation following a disappointing loss to the Saints. Daryl Ruiter joins the discussion to argue for Deshaun Watson returning to the starting lineup over Shedeur Sanders for the upcoming game against Houston. The group also breaks down Todd Monken's play-calling and the team's struggles with penalties and defensive execution. (00:01:45) Browns Quarterback Dilemma (00:06:22) Season Outlook Discussion (00:12:37) Daryl Ruiter Interview (00:17:44) Reviewing Game Performance (00:24:50) Team Discipline Issues (00:32:46) Todd Monken's Trust
Yesterday · 38 min
Hour 4: Shedeur Sanders or Deshaun Watson?
Ken and Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' quarterback dilemma, debating whether Todd Monken should start Shedeur Sanders or Deshaun Watson against the Houston Texans. They evaluate Sanders' composure and arm talent compared to other prospects and discuss how offensive line protection and defensive gaps are impacting the team's playoff chances. (00:02:04) Browns Quarterback Debate Begins (00:06:21) NFL QB Standards Lowering (00:09:30) Tyler Shough Scouting Report (00:13:30) Draft Prospects and Future (00:18:48) Monken's Press Conference Looming (00:22:01) Listener Calls and Defense (00:26:16) Conservative Offense Criticisms (00:31:07) Sunday Starter Final Votes
Yesterday · 9 min
Why Not Just Stick With Shedeur?
Callers push the case for Shedeur Sanders, arguing he and Deshaun Watson play so similarly that Todd Monken might as well go with the younger guy, while Ken admits he still leans toward Watson for now. The crew digs into why both quarterbacks struggle in the first half before coming alive late, pointing to young QBs being uncomfortable in normal offensive flow and an offensive line still finding its footing. They also revisit the decision to start Shedeur while Watson was in concussion protocol, then note the morning’s mood shifting toward Shedeur ahead of Monken’s 2 p.m. press conference.
Yesterday · 13 min
Watson or Shedeur? Show Splits 3-1 Before Monken Speaks
Three of the four hosts would go back to Deshaun Watson on Sunday against Houston, with John the lone Shedeur Sanders vote after admitting he just wants to see somebody different. The crew argues Todd Monken has to ride Watson while he is chasing wins and a playoff spot, and callers ask whether his conservative first three quarters are holding the offense back. They also rip a 30 yard special teams penalty and wait on Monken’s 2 p.m. press conference for the quarterback answer.
Yesterday · 16 min
Would Browns Fans Be Happier with Shedeur Sanders or Tyler Shough?
Ken and the crew get into a heated debate over whether the Browns missed out by not taking Tyler Shough, with one side arguing his arm talent and vertical passing would excite the fan base and the other saying he is no real upgrade over Shedeur Sanders. They argue over Shough’s age, the fifth round versus second round comparison and whether Cleveland’s run defense is actually good. It all ties back to the Browns needing a long term answer at quarterback.
Yesterday · 12 min
Does Todd Monken Trust Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders?
Ken and the crew react to Shedeur Sanders’ first start, arguing that Todd Monken’s conservative play calling shows he doesn’t fully trust either quarterback. They also debate whether the Browns would be 6-3 with Shedeur all along and why Monken didn’t shut down the quarterback question after the game. The segment ends by asking listeners who should start Sunday.
Yesterday · 17 min
Daryl Ruiter: “I’d Go Back to Deshaun for Now”
Daryl Ruiter tells Ken and Lima he would start Deshaun Watson against the Texans, disagreeing with Bill Cowher because the Browns are 5-4, still in the playoff picture, and the offense didn’t look drastically different with Shedeur Sanders. He supports going for two but questions the fourth-and-two decision, says Sanders deserves no pass for the slow first three quarters, and calls the Jared Verse situation close to a real problem. Ruiter also says the defense failed twice to close out the game and that the Browns’ penalties, the most in the NFL, are hurting them.
Yesterday · 12 min
Should Browns Fans Be Angrier About Falling to 5-4?
Ken and Lima stay with Deshaun Watson as the Browns’ starter and push back on media claims that the team would be 8-0 with Shedeur Sanders, saying both quarterbacks clear a very low bar. Owen presses them on why they aren’t more upset about the loss, and Ken says he’s staying calm to hold onto playoff hopes, blaming the silly penalties on the coaching staff and keeping his anger off Jared Verse. They also joke about the neighborhood suddenly filling up with people walking by during a boring Browns game.
Yesterday · 12 min
Lima Likes: Ohio State’s Meltdown and LeBron’s Ugly Return to Cleveland
Ken and Lima react to Ohio State allowing 38 straight points in a third loss, with Ryan Day calling it unacceptable, Jeremiah Smith lashing out at the coaching staff, and the special teams coach being fired. They say the grace period from the national title is over and compare the slide to the John Cooper era. They then turn to LeBron James’ return to Cleveland, where he got a warm ovation but turned the ball over six times in the Cavs’ blowout win over the 76ers, and they replay his comment about the reception on December 2, 2018.
Yesterday · 20 min
Is It Officially Panic Mode for Jared Verse?
Ken and Lima say they didn’t see Shedeur Sanders’ press conference as a shot at the Saints, but they can see why New Orleans used it as bulletin board material. Ken says the Jared Verse situation is now a real problem after he jumped offsides and was pulled from the game, while Myles Garrett had three sacks against Washington. They go through the thin pass rush, the leadership talk, and how hard Carson Schwesinger plays by comparison. Ken ends by saying Verse has to be part of the Browns’ future in a way neither quarterback does, and fans want production soon.
Yesterday · 13 min
Was Going for Two the Right Call for Todd Monken?
Ken and Lima defend Todd Monken’s decision to go for two, arguing a tie would have given a red-hot Tyler Shough a minute and two timeouts against a gassed defense, and that playing for overtime would show no faith in the team. Owen agrees he’d go for it, and the group wonders if fans are confused by the new overtime rules. Caller Will Medina asks if Monken is too conservative early in games, and Ken sticks with Deshaun Watson as the starter, saying his bar for both quarterbacks is low.
Yesterday · 10 min
Are the Browns Stuck With Two Replacement-Level Quarterbacks?
Ken and Lima stand by starting Deshaun Watson against Houston as callers weigh in, with Eric saying Todd Monken shouldn’t be forced into a quarterback he doesn’t prefer and Jermaine arguing both Browns quarterbacks are better than half the league. Ken and Lima counter that beating out bad quarterbacks still leaves a team searching for a franchise guy, and they praise Shedeur Sanders’ deep shots to Denzel Boston and KC Concepcion. Ken also calls out fans who bash quarterbacks for yards after the catch, and the segment ends with news that Ohio State has fired special teams coordinator Robby Discher.
Yesterday · 17 min
Does Monken Stick With Shedeur or Go Back to Watson?
Following Todd Monken’s praise of Shedeur Sanders, Ken and Lima decide Deshaun Watson should start against the Texans, with Ken calling it a no-brainer for a 5-4 team trying to make the playoffs and arguing that Sanders replacing a quarterback who has won five games could cause locker room problems. Callers Paul and Thomas want to see what the Browns have in Sanders with a high draft pick coming, but Ken and Lima counter that a franchise that never makes the playoffs has to chase every win. The debate also touches on the team’s penalties and whether this coaching staff can get the most out of both quarterbacks.
Yesterday · 18 min
Should The Browns Go Back To Deshaun Watson Over Shedeur Sanders?
Ken and Lima react to the Browns’ overtime loss to the Saints. Ken praises Shedeur Sanders’ late-game play and the Harold Fannin and Jerry Jeudy highlights, but says he’d still go back to Deshaun Watson at 5-4. They play Bill Cowher’s case that Sanders is the future, debate whether any team would trade a fourth-round pick for him, and ask listeners who they’d start against Houston.
Yesterday · 23 min
POSTGAME REACTION: Todd Monken goes for 2, Browns lose to Saints in OT 23-22
Daryl Ruiter and coach Lance Reisland recap the Browns 23-22 loss in overtime to the Saints. Todd Monken's 2-point try fails. Shedeur Sanders made winning plays with the game on the line late. Short yardage execution was costly, the defense let them down twice and penalties galore add up to a second straight loss.
Saturday · 39 min
Best of Browns on 92.3 The Fan: Facing a crossroads in New Orleans
Tune in for a selection of the best conversations about the Browns during the past week from the hosts of 92.3 The Fan. Is the Week 9 matchup against the Saints a moment where the Browns show us who they really are? Plus, are you excited to see Shedeur Sanders make his first start of the season? All that and more!

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