The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

Latest Episodes:

No More Guarantees: Ken Won't Pick the Browns to Win Anything Sep 14, 2026

Show notes

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dissect the Browns' 34-10 season-opening blowout loss to Jacksonville, with Ken vowing he's done picking Cleveland to win — even a "potato sack race" — after guaranteeing (in his mind, just "picking") a win that turned into a laugher. They spread the blame across Deshaun Watson's rough first half, Todd Monken's shaky play-calling and clock-management "Stefanski-isms," and a defense that struggled without Myles Garrett and Jim Schwartz, while noting Trevor Lawrence looked like the "mythical" No. 1 pick version of himself. They close by teasing that bad quarterback play alone doesn't explain the collapse, since a strong defense masked similar struggles last season.

Postgame Reaction: What the Browns must learn from an ugly loss in the season opener Sep 13, 2026

Show notes

Daryl Ruiter and Lance Reisland break down the Browns 34-10 blowout loss in the opener vs. the Jaguars.

Interviews of the week on 92.3 The Fan: Sept. 7-11 Sep 13, 2026

Show notes

Tune in for a selection of guest appearances and interviews during the past week with the hosts of 92.3 The Fan. Featuring Mary Kay Cabot, Shawn Syed, and Mike Dempsey.

Best of Browns on 92.3 The Fan: What to expect vs. Jaguars in Week 1 Sep 12, 2026

Show notes

Tune in to hear Ken and Anthony, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive break down the Browns' season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Ken stands alone picking the Brownies to win outright, but the rest of the gang isn't so sure. Plus, why the Browns got stuck with the worst-ranked TV crew in the NFL; vibe checks ahead of the game; and what everyone is hoping to see out of the team (aside from a win).

Best of The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima: Sept. 7-11 Sep 12, 2026

Show notes

Tune in for a selection of conversations from Ken and Anthony during the past week. The guys relish Myles Garrett's underwhelming first game with the Rams; run down the checklist of college QBs Browns fans should be monitoring for next year's draft; and Ken reveals his 'darkest' Browns take yet. Plus, are Cavs fans underestimating James Harden? And a spicy reaction to the wild end of last week's Western Michigan-Michigan game.

Full Show: Friday, September 11, 2026 Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the fallout from the Rams' loss in Australia, focusing on Myles Garrett's lack of impact and the team's questionable travel decisions. They debate the current state of the Browns' roster under Andrew Berry and discuss the intense fan negativity surrounding Deshaun Watson heading into the season opener. The conversation also features a look at the college football quarterback tracker and a special tribute for the 25th anniversary of September 11th.

(00:01:55) Myles Garrett's Quiet Rams Debut

(00:10:20) Rams Loss and Australia Travel

(00:18:20) Ken Picks Browns to Win

(00:27:35) Deshaun Watson Fan Negativity

(00:34:55) Todd Monken's Head Coaching Debut

(00:41:35) Browns Southeast Fan Base Booing

(00:49:15) Andrew Berry Roster Construction Debate

(00:59:10) Arch Manning and Texas Matchup

(01:04:05) Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith

(01:09:25) 9/11 Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Remembrance

(01:17:05) Ken and Lima Late Stories

(01:24:25) Shedeur Sanders Jersey Sale Rumors

(01:32:45) High Road vs Gutter Talk

(01:40:20) Browns Rookie Offensive Line Depth

(01:50:45) Daryl Ruiter on Browns Prospects

(01:59:20) 9/11 National Reflection

(02:07:05) Nathan Zegura's Jaguars Game Preview

(02:17:45) NFL Broadcast Crew Rankings Debate

(02:27:20) Robert Turbin's Broadcast Debut

(02:35:30) College Football Prospect Watch List

Hour 1: The Browns Won the Myles Garrett Trade Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down Myles Garrett's struggling Rams debut and why it feels like a victory for Cleveland fans. They debate Ken's decision to pick the Browns over the Jaguars and address the growing local frustration with Deshaun Watson's performance. The discussion also shifts to Todd Monken's new responsibilities and the challenges of managing game-day strategy.

(00:02:34) Myles Garrett Trade Debate

(00:07:34) Jared Verse Leader Comparison

(00:11:30) Rams International Travel Strategy

(00:20:01) Ken Picks The Browns

(00:24:34) Deshaun Watson Fan Frustration

(00:33:34) 9/11 Reflection And Memories

(00:37:00) Todd Monken Management Challenges

Hour 2: Ken Carman Guarantees a Browns Win as Fans Root for Watson Era to End Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss the growing sentiment among Browns fans who are ready for the Deshaun Watson era to end, even if it means rooting against the team. They also debate General Manager Andrew Berry's legacy, balancing his successful draft picks against the catastrophic Watson trade. The conversation shifts to the high-stakes college matchup between Ohio State and Texas and the immense pressure on their young quarterbacks.

(00:01:50) Ken Carman Guarantees Win

(00:05:02) Booing Watson In Jacksonville

(00:08:10) Andrew Berry Under Fire

(00:13:10) Evaluating The Watson Trade

(00:20:50) Ohio State Vs Texas

(00:33:45) About Last Night: Rams

(00:39:20) Producer John Misses Alarm

Hour 3: Daryl Ruiter Critiques Deshaun Watson’s Consistency Before Week 1 Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Ken and Lima analyze the viral Shedeur Sanders jersey discount and the trade rumors it sparked among Browns fans. Daryl Ruiter joins 92.3 The Fan to offer a blunt assessment of Deshaun Watson's struggles and the hurdles facing Todd Monken's debut. They also breakdown Myles Garrett's underwhelming first game with the Rams following his high-profile trade.

(00:01:46) Shedeur Sanders Jersey Sale

(00:05:27) Stefanski Race Narrative Debate

(00:13:56) Deshaun Watson Performance Concerns

(00:19:54) Browns Offensive Line Injuries

(00:23:54) Myles Garrett Rams Debut

(00:32:36) Rams Australia Trip Disaster

Hour 4: Nathan Zegura Previews Browns-Jaguars & NFL Broadcaster Rankings Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima welcome Nathan Zegura to preview the Browns' upcoming matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars and discuss the defensive shift under Mike Rutenberg. They also critique the performance of Myles Garrett and analyze the recent NFL broadcast rankings from USA Today. The conversation wraps up with a debate over the proper pronunciation of Melbourne following the NFL game in Australia.

(00:01:50) 9/11 Remembrance Tribute

(00:04:49) Nathan Zegura Interview

(00:09:17) Browns Versus Jaguars Preview

(00:14:16) Confidence In Mike Rutenberg

(00:21:35) Melbourne Pronunciation Debate

(00:26:56) Broadcaster Power Rankings

(00:35:01) Rutenberg Defensive Strategy

(00:39:54) Quarterback Prospect Watch List