The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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Hour 3: Ken and Lima Debate Deshaun Watson vs. Shedeur Sanders Battle Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima conduct a tour of the AFC North, featuring insights from reporters in Baltimore, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh regarding training camp and preseason developments. They transition into a deep dive on the Cleveland Browns' quarterback competition, weighing the experience of Deshaun Watson against the potential of Shedeur Sanders under coordinator Todd Monken.

(00:01:52) Ravens Preseason Progress

(00:05:20) Bengals Camp Update

(00:09:35) Steelers Quarterback Outlook

(00:14:18) Paul Skenes Physique

(00:18:00) Browns Quarterback Battle

(00:21:43) Football Knowledge Debate

(00:26:45) Sanders Fan Expectations

(00:31:34) Deshaun Watson Reality

(00:39:44) Quarterback Reps Decision

Hour 4: Herm Edwards on Shedeur Sanders and Todd Monken's Browns Leadership Aug 19, 2026

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Herm Edwards analyzes the quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders while exploring Todd Monken's coaching philosophy. They also examine the leadership of Jared Verse following the Myles Garrett trade and debate win projections for the upcoming season.

(00:01:50) Herm Edwards QB Evaluation

(00:05:06) Deshaun Watson Performance Review

(00:08:10) Jared Verse Vocal Leadership

(00:12:20) Todd Monken Coaching Style

(00:17:17) Herm Edwards Philly Legacy

(00:21:30) Browns QB Camp Divide

(00:26:50) Roster Needs and Predictions

(00:35:55) Fernando Mendoza Practice Habits

Is Fernando Mendoza's Coach Speak An Act? Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to Colts rookie Fernando Mendoza's relentlessly positive, coach like answers after a physical joint practice against the Texans, debating whether his polished demeanor is genuine or a well rehearsed act built over years in the spotlight. They contrast his style sharply with the Browns' own quarterbacks and wonder if that kind of coach pleasing personality would even resonate with Cleveland fans. The show wraps with a nod to the Wall Street Journal calling the Browns' quarterback options among the most flawed in the league, plus thanks to Herm Edwards for joining earlier in the show.

Only 3 Camps On Browns QBs, And Nobody Thinks Watson Is Good Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima argue there are really only three ways to view the Browns quarterback situation, and notably none of them involve believing Deshaun Watson is actually good anymore. They push back hard on the growing win total predictions floating around Cleveland media, breaking down the shaky offensive line and lack of proven playmakers to argue anything close to ten wins is wildly unrealistic. The two also stress that fighting over who starts Week 1 is pointless when both agree Shedeur Sanders will likely play more than Watson by season's end regardless.

Herm Edwards Breaks Down How He'd Really Judge The Browns' QB Battle Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima talk quarterback evaluation with ESPN analyst Herm Edwards, who explains he trusts his eyes over stats and leadership qualities over completion numbers, and admits Deshaun Watson's return after over 600 days away actually impressed him. Edwards also praises Jared Verse's early leadership since the Myles Garrett trade and breaks down why a 60 year old first time head coach like Todd Monken brings a calming, experienced presence a team like this badly needs. He even leaves the door open that the quarterback competition might not truly get settled until Week 4 of the regular season.

Ken Admits It: He's Not Fighting The Deshaun Watson Truth Anymore Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima reflect on how fandom clouds judgment, with Ken admitting he made excuses for Watson early on and Lima owning that he's biased toward Shedeur Sanders since Watson represents years of lost competitive football. They agree the quarterback decision looks all but made privately, and once it's official the reps need to go entirely to the starter so the retooled offensive line and receivers can build real chemistry. Both stress this quarterback battle shouldn't be one that splits friendships, since neither passer is likely to be the long term answer anyway.

"3 Percent Of You Are In Denial": Ken Loses It On Shedeur Truthers Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down why Deshaun Watson has separated himself in the quarterback competition, with Ken arguing it comes down to experience and readiness rather than accuracy alone, and pushing back hard on fans who insist the decision must be coming from ownership rather than performance. They also debate whether Watson's newfound smiles and "best place I've ever been" comments at practice are genuine or an act to win over Todd Monken. Both agree Shedeur Sanders will likely still play plenty this season even if he loses the starting job out of camp.

Around The AFC North: Coaches On The Hot Seat And QB Battles Heat Up Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima make their weekly rounds with beat reporters Bob Haynie (Baltimore), Mo Egger (Cincinnati) and Andrew Fillipponi (Pittsburgh), hitting Ravens preseason standouts like Jaylin Lane, Bengals concerns about a shaky backup offensive line ahead of Joe Burrow's season, and Steelers fans embracing a potential tank job under Mike McCarthy. Each guest weighs in on which AFC North coach gets fired first, with Todd Monken drawing votes given Cleveland's rough outlook. The crew also debates whether Deshaun Watson's "renewed focus" talk is genuine or just spin ahead of the season

About Last Night: Guards Aren't Dead Yet & Joint Practice Fights Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Guardians' 8-1 win over the Giants, with deadline pickup Jo Adell crushing a 455-foot three-run homer despite fouling a ball off his knee, and Foster Griffin turning in another strong start after a rocky Cleveland debut. They flag Chase DeLauter's absence as the real concern, arguing the Guardians can't realistically make the playoffs without him in the lineup, before shifting into Browns joint practice fights with the Bills and a wild Julio Rodriguez blunder that helped the Brewers blow out the Mariners.

The IX Center Is Back! Aug 19, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima celebrate news that the IX Center's amusement park attractions are sticking around after Haslam Sports Group struck a lease deal, complete with an old commercial jingle and a wild story from Lima's youth group days there. They pivot into the ongoing debate over the NFL possibly placing a franchise in London, breaking down cost of living numbers that show players would take a massive real world pay cut. The two also rip into the league's 17 game push, arguing the product is getting watered down while shrinking talent pools make expansion look even worse.

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