June 1, 2020 6 p.m.
After a tough weekend in the city of Cleveland, the guys recap their thoughts on where the world is with racism and social injustice. They talk about a lot of different topics and take a lot of calls on the state of things. They talk a little sports with The Refresh and Reason or Excuse. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to continue the discussion.
May 29, 2020 3:38 p.m.
Matt Fontana and Jerod Cherry discuss their commitment levels for Browns QB Baker Mayfield in light of ESPN's Dan Graziano listed NFL teams' marriages to their respective QB's. Plus, Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott more deserving of a big contract than Baker?
May 28, 2020 6 p.m.
The Next Level talk about the reasons Jadeveon Clowney might not want to come to Cleveland. They ask everyone what would motivate them to play a sport- money or a chance to win. Jerod has a real struggle coming up with his answer. The Refresh runs through some new NFL rules and hears from Browns defensive coordinator Joe Woods. "Kinda Trippin" talks about baseball cutting a lot of players. The 5 at 5 goes over the guys favorite TV dads before talking about a poker player trying to bet on something horrible.
May 27, 2020 6 p.m.
The Next Level recaps the Baker Mayfield media availability and talks about the things he needs to improve on in 2020 for the team to have more success. They also talk about George Floyd and how the situation impacts them. ESPN's Adam Schefter joins the show to break some news about the Browns interest in Jadeveon Clowney and why he isn't in Cleveland. Betsy P stops by for "The Hit List". The 5 at 5 goes over the guys favorite sports mascots.
May 26, 2020 6 p.m.
The Next Level talk about the state of Ohio opening up gyms and if people went to get a workout in. They also talk about Joe Thomas on the show "Titan Games" and how well he performed. Also, Aieysha Curry posting on IG sparked a debate about marketing. The Refresh gives updates on the MLB and NHL plans to return. "Grind my Gears" talk about waiting in lines and Emmett's jersey debacle. The "5 at 5" goes over the guys favorite candy brands before talking about new quarantine activities the guys have started.
May 22, 2020 6 p.m.
The Next Level talk about a great charity auction the Browns are holding with an opportunity for fans to call some plays in the preseason. The guys talk about what plays they would call and for which player. The Refresh talks about Joe Flacco going to the Jets and HS athletes starting to return to training. Casey Kulas joins the show to talk about the GOAT of KNR Bracket and Emmett gets upset with Jerod for a link he sent. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about the latest with the Browns.
May 21, 2020 6 p.m.
The Next Level reacts to Paul Pierce not putting LeBron James in his top 5 players of all-time and start talking about athletes they think are overrated. The Refresh has a few updates from around the NFL and Dak Prescott's contract request. "Kinda Trippin" goes over people on twitter and Tom Brady's documentary. The guys then go into Michael Jordan exposing people in "The Last Dance" before the 5 at 5 with the best TV moms.
May 20, 2020 4:55 p.m.
The Next Level run through "One Word Wednesday" talking about Browns tight end Austin Hooper. Austin also makes his show debut to talk about his move to Cleveland and a little Bay Area rivlary with Jerod. Jarvis Landry held a conference call with the media and the guys listen in before hitting The Refresh and NTB Next Level performers.
May 19, 2020 3:12 p.m.
Matt Fontana and Jerod discuss their all-time sports heroes in light of LeBron's professed love for Michael Jordan. Jerod shares the story of that one time he body-slammed Jerry Rice, and the instance in which he almost decapitated Dan Marino.
May 18, 2020 3:17 p.m.
In light of the final episodes of The Last Dance's final episodes hitting the airwaves, the guys debate a "controversial" factor surrounding MJ's "Flu game." And, how The Last Dance adds another degree of respect for the Cleveland Cavaliers' championship run.
