The Rebuild: A Cleveland Browns Pod

The Rebuild is a weekly, half-hour podcast hosted by a rotating cast of Jordan Zirm, Peter Moses, Gates Merriman and Henry Ettinger. Each week they examine the state of the Cleveland Browns -- not only game by game, but on a large scale level as they look toward the future.

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Free Agent Review: Derek Larger + Derek Ciapala...
Henry (henry_ettinger) welcomed on two guests to talk about some of the Browns biggest free agent signings. Derek Ciapala from Rams Talk Radio came on to discuss the Browns adding John Johnson III and Troy Hill from the Rams secondary. Then, Derek Larger came on to discuss why Anthony Walker moved on from the Colts. The episode is filled with some great insight from two guys who have seen every snap of these new Browns.
56 min
102
Browns Stay Active: Add Anthony Walker and Mali...
Andrew Berry continues to be active in free agency. Jordan (j_klimack20) and Henry (henry_ettinger) discuss the Browns latest moves over the last couple days including one-year deals for Anthony Walker, Malik Jackson and Cody Parkey.
37 min
103
Free Agent Frenzy: Browns Sign McKinley, Hill, ...
Jordan and Henry recap the last couple days of free agency. They start by talking about the new signings of Takk McKinley and Troy Hill. Then, they touch on the Browns re-signing Rashard Higgins and Malcolm Smith. The frenzy has begun!
46 min
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Free Agency Day 1 Recap: Browns Sign John Johns...
Henry Ettinger and Jordan Klimack hop on to discuss the Browns big free agency signing, John Johnson III. They also talk about what the tender on KhaDarel Hodge could mean for Rashard Higgins and what other moves they expect to see the Browns make in the coming days.
51 min
105
What Does The Dak Prescott Extension Mean For B...
Henry Ettinger (@henry_ettinger) and Jordan Klimack (@j_klimack20) are back on the show to talk about what Dak Prescott's extension means for Baker Mayfield's contract situation. They also discuss David Njoku's position in the TE room and what Adrian Clayborn's surprising release could mean for the Browns upcoming free agency plans.
39 min
106
No Watt, Now What?
ESPN Cleveland's Jordan Klimack returns to the show with Henry to discuss the Browns' options now that JJ Watt has signed with the Arizona Cardinals. The two talk about a potential Von Miller signing, other more cost-efficient options at defensive end, and cornerback trades.
34 min
107
Which Free Agents Do The Browns Need To Re-Sign?
ESPN Cleveland's Jordan Klimack joins the show again to talk about which free agents the Browns need to re-sign from their 2020 roster. The guys talk about Rashard Higgins, Larry Ogunjobi, and even Cody Parkey.
42 min
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Non J.J. Watt Options + What To Do At Safety w/...
Jake Burns (jake_burns18) from The Orange and Brown Report joined Henry to talk about other big name options besides J.J. Watt and the safety positions. They touch on the existing roster options + free agent targets at a key position for the team this offseason.
34 min
109
J.J. Watt's Interested In The Browns + OBJ's Cr...
ESPN Cleveland's Jordan Klimack joins the pod once again to break down the latest reporting from Mary Kay Cabot about J.J. Watt's interest in the Browns. The guys also touch on OBJ's cryptic social media posts that made the rounds last week.
41 min
110
An Early Look At The 2021 Draft w/ CBSSports' C...
CBSSports.com's draft analyst Chris Trapasso (@Christrapasso) joins Henry (@henry_ettinger) on this episode to give an early look at the Browns 2021 draft. They talk through the options at the No. 26 pick, mid-round names to keep an eye on, and speedy WR names for the Browns to add. All that and more!
37 min
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The Case For J.J. Watt w/ Jordan Klimack
ESPN Cleveland's Jordan Klimack returns to the show to make his case for the Browns acquiring J.J. Watt. Henry (henry_ettinger) and Jordan (@j_klimack20) also talk about the Super Bowl and Richard Sherman. Finally, they end the podcast by touching on the passing of Browns coaching legend Marty Schottenheimer.
45 min
112
Super Bowl Lessons + Kevin Stefanski Named COY
92.3 The Fan's Spencer Mahon joins the show again to talk about lessons the Browns can learn from the Super Bowl, Kevin Stefanski winning COY and the best memories from the 2020 season.
52 min
113
Baker Mayfield Talk w/ ESPN Cleveland's Jordan ...
ESPN Cleveland's Jordan Klimack joins the show to talk all things Baker Mayfield including Baker v. Deshaun Watson, how he evaluated Baker's season, and where he stacks up in the greater NFL landscape of quarterbacks.
44 min
114
Deshaun Watson v. Baker Mayfield
Henry Ettinger weighs in on the Deshaun Watson for Baker Mayfield trade talks.
15 min
115
Browns Wide Receiver Offseason Ft. Brad Ward
On this episode, Henry Ettinger (henry_ettinger) is joined by Brad Ward (@WardonSports) from USA Today's Browns Wire to talk about the Browns WR core this offseason. Is it time to trade OBJ? Why is everyone trying to get rid of Jarvis Landry? Should the Browns resign Rashard Higgins?
41 min
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Browns Season In Review W/Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland dot com's Mary Kay Cabot joins Zirm to talk covering the Browns in a pandemic, Baker Mayfield's growth on and off the field and how she deals with an often unpleasant social media environment.
47 min
117
The Browns Biggest Offseason Questions
On this episode, Henry Ettinger (henry_ettinger) is joined by Spencer Mahon from 92.3 The Fan to talk about the biggest questions surrounding the team heading into this offseason. Should the Browns trade OBJ? Should the Browns extend Baker Mayfield? All that and more.
40 min
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Devastated. Heartbroken. But There's Light At T...
Time to commiserate. On this episode, Henry (henry_ettinger) talks about the reasons for the Browns heartbreaking loss, the controversial play at the end of the first half, and all of the reasons why you should be optimistic about this team going forward.
27 min
119
This Browns Run Still Doesn't Feel Real
The Athletic's Nate Tice joins Zirm to talk the Browns offensive line play against the Steelers, how Baker uses his legs to enrich Stefanski's offensive system and if there's anything the Browns defense can do to slow down the Chiefs.
49 min
120
Time To Shock The World: Reasons For Optimism A...
Henry Ettinger (henry_ettinger) brings on Spencer Mahon from 92.3 The Fan to talk about reasons for optimism against the Chiefs including how teams struggling off rest, the Browns offensive attack, and some key players/coaches returning on Sunday. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join
33 min
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"Browns is the Browns" No More: Nameless Gray F...
Time to gloat: On this episode of The Rebuild (henry_ettinger) recaps the Browns stunning playoff victory over the Steelers including the crazy start, what he saw as the pivotal point in the game, and the reasons why this Browns team is so different.
26 min
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Browns-Steelers Playoff Preview With Jake Burns
On this episode of The Rebuild, Henry Ettinger (henry_ettinger) welcomes on Jake Burns from the Orange and Brown Report to preview the Browns-Steelers matchup. They talk about the impact of Alex Van Pelt calling plays, the battle in the trenches, and how the Browns can find a path to victory on Sunday. All that and more!
46 min
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The Cleveland Browns Are Headed To The Playoffs
On this episode of The Rebuild, Henry Ettinger (henry_ettinger) talks about why the Browns' making the playoffs means so much to the city, why this season's performance is still be underrated, and why you should be optimistic heading into next week's rematch against the Steelers. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join
32 min
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THE CLEVELAND PLAYOFF BROWNS!!! 🍾πŸ₯‚πŸ₯³
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No Pressure, Just the Biggest Game in 18 Years 🀯
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