The Next Level

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Episodes


The Next Level - 1.6.21

January 6, 2021 6 p.m.

It's a "One Word Wedneday" on The Next Level with the guys giving their one word to describe the Browns chances against the Steelers on Sunday. They also talk about Alex Van Pelt taking over play calling in the absence of Kevin Stefanski. The Refresh hears from Stefanski on the challenges facing the Browns before talking about Jedrick Wills and Rashard Higgins drag racing . The 5 at 5 runs through the 5 Browns players/coaches who have to step up the most on Sunday before Emmett having to deal with a bad picture being shown during his appearance on KJZ

The Next Level - 1.5.21

January 5, 2021 5:39 p.m.

The Next Level reacts to the news the Browns will be without their head coach, Kevin Stefanski against the Steelers. They ask if the Browns can still win without their coach as well as guard Joel Bitonio. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins to give his thoughts on the news. The Refresh gives the latest on the Browns and Ohio State facing potential COVID issues. "Grind my Gears" talks about oil changes on cars before the 5 at 5 goes over the guys top 5 "Only in Cleveland" moments.

The Next Level - 1.4.21

January 4, 2021 6 p.m.

It's a Victory Monday on The Next Level with the guys celebrating the Browns win over the Steelers and securing their spot in the playoffs, ending an 18 year drought. They ask who is most responsible for the Browns turnaround and what they liked most out of the game. The Refresh hears from Kevin Steafnski on the week of practice heading into the playoff game before Jim Donovan joins the guys to talk about his final call of the game. "Reason or Excuse" hears from Myles Garrett on meeting with Mason Rudolph after the game. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the final hour to recap the game.

The Next Level - 12.30.20

December 30, 2020 6:03 p.m.

Your hosts Jordan Klimack, Dale Davison and Nick Paulus go over the breaking news that the Browns are dealing with another COVID situation and ask the question, If the #Browns MISS the Playoffs, Would you still consider this season a Success or a Failure?

The Next Level - 12.29.20

December 29, 2020 3:05 p.m.

Jordan Klimack and Mike Rizzo rejoice after the announcement that Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger will be rested in favor of Mason Rudolph - Are the Steelers trying to manipulate their first round playoff opponent? Is this matchup a revenge game for both teams? Would you rather see the Bills or Steelers in the first round of the playoffs? Plus, a loaded edition of the Refresh, and what are the scenarios where the Browns could make the playoffs if they don't win in week 17? Do they deserve to be there?

The Next Level - 12.28.20

December 28, 2020 5:26 p.m.

Emmett Golden and Jerod Cherry discuss whether it's a reason or excuse for the Browns to blame their loss to the New York Jets on the NFL's COVID protocols, which caused the team to be extremely short-handed at some key positions. The Washington Football team cut former Ohio State QB Dwayne Haskins, getting ready for the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 17, plus another edition of The Refresh and Reason or Excuse, Jim Donovan joins the show to share his thoughts on an ugly week 16 performance and look ahead to Week 17, and then Tony Grossi caps it all off in his hour with the Insiders

The Next Level - 12.22.20

December 22, 2020 3:23 p.m.

Matt Fontana and Jerod Cherry discuss which is more likely to happen between the Browns winning the AFC North and Ohio State winning the National Championship, and with the Steelers losing to the Bengals on MNF and the AFC North being one step closer for the Browns, would you rather clinch a playoff spot next week or have a chance at the AFC North crown in week 17? The NFL announced it's Pro Bowlers, and three Browns made the cut.

The second hour kicks off with another edition of The Refresh and Grind my gears, the latest odds for NFL coach of the year - Kevin Stefanski makes a significant jump up the list.

The third hour kicks off with the Top 5 at 5, in which the guys list their top 5 favorite things about the Holiday season, with the NBA tipping off tonight, Vegas released new odds including those of the Cleveland Cavaliers, a poll of MLB experts weigh in on the future of Fransisco Lindor among a number of other MLB discussions, and the Cavs may be a little short-handed in their first game of the season

The Next Level - 12.21.20

December 21, 2020 6 p.m.

It's another Victory Monday on The Next Level with the guys recapping the Browns win over the Giants and asking if the team can compete for a Super Bowl. They also talk about Ohio State making the college football playoff and Dabo Swinney's OSU hate. The Refresh hears from Kevin Stefanski before "Reason or Excuse" gets a dynamite drop from Sean McVay following their loss to the Jets. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the final hour to give his thoughts on the Browns win.

The Next Level - 12.18.20

December 18, 2020 6 p.m.

It's a "Fair or Foul Friday" on the show with the guys looking back on the Browns not hiring Kevin Stefanski back in 2019. They ask if that was fair or foul before talking about the Browns and Giants matchup. They also talk about Notre Dame's Brian Kelly making some weird comments. The Refresh hears from Terry Francona before Beau Bishop stops by to preview the Big Ten Championship game. Browns legend Bernie Kosar joins the guys to talk about Baker Mayfield turning things around in the Monday Night game. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour.

The Next Level - 12.17.20

December 17, 2020 5:20 p.m.

The Next Level talk about the news that former Browns coach Freddie Kitchens will call plays for the Giants on Sunday. They ask if that will be an advantage for New York or not. They also talk about Colt McCoy possibly playing before setting up the worst Browns coaching staff of all time. The Refresh hears from Jarvis Landry on Marcus Peters spitting in his direction. "Kinda Trippin" talks about the Big Ten Championship game before the 5 at 5 goes through the guys favorite holiday movies. They also take a look at an NFL mock draft.