Mike and Brook debate whether talent is more important than coaching. Mike points out that Vince Lombardi inherited a 1-13 team in '58. Two years later that same team with the same players were in the NFL Title Game. Talent is important, but Coaching is about developing that talent. Baker Mayfield was NOT developed by Kevin S. in fact he was ruined. The same case can be made for Gabriel. Fire Stefansky, bring in veteran Jim Schwartz to bring some 'salt' to the locker room and let the young OC do his thing. Remember that was the play that was called when Greg Williams took over from the hapless Hue Jackson (another so called QB whisperer) and stabilized the ship with Freddy K running the offense. Kevin S will never be a Bill Parcells, Vince L, Bill Cowher, Sean Payton, or any top HOF coaches and that is what the Brown's desperately need now. And remember, waiting in the wings... one more year of Deshaun Watson !
0:00 Mike opens the episode criticizing Kevin Stefanski’s coaching and questioning the team’s offensive direction.
3:00 Discussion on repeated early scoring followed by stalled drives — and why Stefanski’s scripted plays stop working mid-game.
8:30 Brook says the Browns’ problems start at the top with ownership and lack of accountability.
14:30 Mike compares the Browns to the Lions, emphasizing how coaching and culture, not talent, drive success.
23:45 The hosts close by calling for Stefanski’s firing, promoting Jim Schwartz to interim coach, and rebuilding the team’s mindset during the bye week.

Cleveland Browns fans hesitate to celebrate victory Monday today over the Dolphins. The fans aren't happy yet. They want Shedeur Sanders. Mike and Brook say a win is a win and look forward to the next game against the Patriots. We want the Browns to get better and better, not go in circles. If we lose, let's at least not lose stupid. Mike also gives updated predictions for the rest of the season.
0:30 Mike opens the episode, reflecting on the Browns’ “Victory Monday” and comparing it to past false dawns in Cleveland football.
2:00 Brook breaks down why the win over Miami still matters, praising the defense, run game, and Stefanski’s improved game plan.
4:00 Mike and Brook discuss how Dylan Gabriel’s smart, turnover-free play is giving the Browns stability — and why it feels like a return to old-school Browns football.
9:00 The team previews the upcoming game against New England, debating whether the Browns’ momentum can continue against a tougher opponent.
17:00 Mike and Brook talk about the importance of leadership, accountability, and playing to win — tying the Browns’ mindset to what real progress looks like in any organization.

Mike, Brook and A'marri talk about managing, leadership and the Cleveland Browns.
There is irony in the statement from Kevin Stefanski's first press conference as The Browns coach, "Personality is welcome, production is required." as all we see is platitudes and "personality" in the Browns organization and no production. There is plenty to learn from this as the owner of a small business from how to confront bad attitudes and performance, addition by subtraction, walking the talk as a manager and more.
0:00 Mike opens the podcast, introducing the topic of managing and coaching — connecting lessons from business management to leadership in football.
2:00 Brook explains why confrontation is essential for effective management, whether dealing with players, employees, or customers.
4:45 A’marri emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and confronting issues immediately to maintain leadership authority.
6:00 Mike comares workplace fairness to the Browns’ lack of accountability, criticizing inconsistent standards and poor culture.
14:00 The team discusses Kevin Stefanski’s “production is required” quote and how real leadership demands consistent results and accountability — in both football and business.