The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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Hour 3: Petey Halpin’s Heroics & Guardians’ Playoff Rotation Oct 16, 2026

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Ken and Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' upcoming matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, focusing on Lamar Jackson's practice status and Deshaun Watson's offensive limitations. They discuss the impact of the offensive line's struggles and the team's reliance on the shotgun formation to protect Watson. Zack Meisel joins to provide insights on the Cleveland Guardians' postseason rotation, the potential for a rainout, and the team's ability to win low-scoring games.

(00:04:09) Lamar Jackson Status Discussion

(00:07:20) Browns Offensive Line Struggles

(00:17:50) Deshaun Watson Purgatory Debate

(00:22:56) Guardians Postseason Pitching Rotation

(00:29:39) Zack Meisel Joins Show

(00:39:30) MLB Salary Cap Discussion

Hour 4: Nathan Zegura: Browns Must Solve Deshaun Watson's Sack Issues Oct 16, 2026

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Nathan Zegura joins Ken and Anthony to discuss the Cleveland Browns' struggles against the blitz and Deshaun Watson's high sack rate. They also debate whether the pressure of MLB's postseason randomness is more intense than the NFL's structured playoffs during the Guardians' deep run.

(00:01:50) Nathan Zegura on Browns Offense

(00:07:02) Lamar Jackson's Practice Status

(00:11:00) NFL Offensive Line Struggles

(00:16:30) Fan Cash Friday Giveaway

(00:20:50) The Abner Doubleday Myth

(00:25:00) MLB versus NFL Pressure

(00:32:30) Coming in Hot Segment

Comin' In Hot Oct 16, 2026

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Is Playoff Baseball More Nerve-Racking Than the NFL Postseason? Oct 16, 2026

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Ken admits he was so wound up during Cade Smith’s showdown with Yandy Diaz that he had to find ways to burn off nervous energy, and he argues baseball in October brings a kind of pressure football can’t match. The room pushes back with Browns playoff what-ifs and the case that one moment can decide a football season. Before that, the guys debate whether the fan near Steven Kwan was waving at the camera, and a Savannah Bananas riff turns into a heated argument about who invented baseball.

Nathan Zegura on Why Watson Got Sacked 8 Times and How the Browns Fix It Oct 16, 2026

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Browns radio analyst Nathan Zegura breaks down why the offense can’t get out of the mud, from a run game getting hit behind the line to a Ravens front that stunts as much as any in the league. He also explains why this Browns defense has been better than expected and whether Lamar Jackson and Zay Flowers will be ready to go Sunday. Along the way he weighs in on Ryan Fitzpatrick’s harsh take on Bo Nix and whether NFL defenses have gotten the upper hand on offenses.

Zack Meisel: “It’s a Mess for Both Teams” if Game 4 Gets Rained Out Oct 16, 2026

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Zack Meisel of The Athletic explains why Gavin Williams’ dip in velocity isn’t a red flag and how a rainout could scramble the rotation, the bullpen and the plan for a possible bullpen game. He also takes on the mystery of Tanner Bibee’s fall down the pecking order and whether this offense can survive on close, low-scoring games. The conversation wraps with the MLB labor debate that the Final Four teams have stirred up and the case that the front offices and managers, not a lack of a salary cap, are what set these clubs apart.

Could a Rainout Actually Help the Guardians in the ALCS? Oct 16, 2026

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Stephen Vogt’s decision to pull Gavin Williams after five innings has the room debating whether it was a masterstroke or a risk that only looks smart because it worked. With a possible rainout looming, the guys weigh whether the extra rest for Cade Smith and the bullpen outweighs the Rays getting their ace back sooner. Earlier, they push back on the Deshaun Watson “mental gymnastics” criticism and argue over where he ranks among NFL starters.

Is Sunday a Must-Win for Deshaun Watson if Lamar Jackson Sits? Oct 16, 2026

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Ken and Lima assume Lamar Jackson plays against the Browns despite not practicing, and wonder if the game is a must win for Deshaun Watson even if Tyler Huntley starts instead. They pick apart the Browns' problems, from the leaky offensive line and Harold Fannin's blocking to a thin running game that keeps the offense stuck in shotgun. They also look at the soft stretch of schedule after Baltimore and the rumors that Shedeur Sanders' new agent means a trade request.

About Last Night: The 24-Team College Football Playoff is Awful Oct 16, 2026

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Ken and Lima groan over the coming 14-team College Football Playoff, with Ken arguing that it waters down the sport, creates lopsided games, and could lead to legislation capping player pay while protecting bowl sponsors. Lima admits he will watch anyway, and they joke about fans begging for expansion and now being unable to undo it. They also cover former Browns receiver David Bell's $300 million lawsuit against Jefferson Health, which claims he had an unnecessary surgery that ended his career.

Daryl Ruiter Says Shedeur Sanders' New Agent Could Mean a Trade Request Oct 16, 2026

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Ken and Lima talk with Daryl Ruiter about Petey Halpin's bat-flip homer, Stephen Vogt's decision to pull Gavin Williams over a velocity dip, and how weather could reshape the Guardians' Game 4 pitching plans. The conversation then turns to the Browns, where Daryl is wary of Sunday against the Ravens given the injuries and Deshaun Watson's shaky supporting cast. They close by speculating on why Shedeur Sanders just hired an agent and whether a trade demand is coming, with Daryl noting that Andrew Berry has never given in to one.

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