There are always storylines baked into the NFL schedule release. There are specific matchups the league wants. There are games where a star player plays against his former team. Those are obvious.

Not so obvious is what the NFL says about a team based on the schedule they lay out for them. Specifically about the Browns — who have just two prime-time games on the schedule — the NFL is clearly saying they're cautious about the Browns. That's probably due to the uncertain situation involving quarterback Deshaun Watson.

What else did we learn about the Browns schedule? Nate Ulrich and Dan Kadar talk through the highlights of the schedule and pick out their favorite games on this week's Cover 2 podcast.

They also take a look back on the 2022 NFL Draft. The Browns picked nine players in the draft this year, starting with cornerback Martin Emerson. Which of the nine players run the risk of not making the team? And who needs to impress at this weekend's rookie minicamp? 

They also talk about why the selection of wide receiver David Bell of Purdue was so important. 

There are always storylines baked into the NFL schedule release. There are specific matchups the league wants. There are games where a star player plays against his former team. Those are obvious.
Not so obvious is what the NFL says about a team based on the schedule they lay out for them. Specifically about the Browns &mdash; who have just two prime-time games on the schedule &mdash; the NFL is clearly saying they're cautious about the Browns. That's probably due to the uncertain situation involving quarterback Deshaun Watson.
What else did we learn about the Browns schedule? Nate Ulrich and Dan Kadar talk through the highlights of the schedule and pick out their favorite games on this week's Cover 2 podcast.
They also take a look back on the 2022 NFL Draft. The Browns picked nine players in the draft this year, starting with cornerback Martin Emerson. Which of the nine players run the risk of not making the team? And who needs to impress at this weekend's rookie minicamp?&nbsp;
They also talk about why the selection of wide receiver David Bell of Purdue was so important.&nbsp;

The latest information on the Cleveland Browns from the Akron Beacon Journal.

Cover 2 - A Podcast on the Cleveland Browns

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What the Browns schedule says about what the NFL thinks of the team

The Cover 2 podcast from the Akron Beacon Journal is coming to a close. Well, at least for hosts Nate Ulrich and Dan Kadar.

Nate is transitioning off the Browns beat full to focus on writing in-depth features on Northeast Ohio athletes from all walks of life. 

The exact date it started is nebulous, but the podcast has gone several hundred episodes covering the good and mostly bad of the Browns — with plenty of movie and food takes sprinkled in. 

The final episode from Nate and Dan is a retrospective of sorts. Get your tissues. Here's a little bit of what was talked about on this episode: 

- Nate details his most memorable games while on the Browns beat for the past 12 years. That includes some love for Brian Hoyer, Baker Mayfield's debut in 2018 and the helmet swing heard around the world by Myles Garrett.

- Nate explains why veteran Browns left guard Joel Bitonio was among his most favorite players to cover over the years.

- What are the Brownsiest Browns moments since 2010? The Johnny Manziel saga that included a helicopter searching for him? The team going 1-31? Josh Gordon's numerous suspensions? Beyond all that, there is something more recently that sticks out that defines "Browns is Browns." 

- We couldn't let Nate off the beat until he makes a prediction for how the Browns will do in 2022. Of course, that comes with caveats based on whether or not quarterback Deshaun Watson will get suspended, and for how long.

This episode closes with some heartfelt and earned recognitions 

The Cover 2 podcast from the Akron Beacon Journal is coming to a close. Well, at least for hosts Nate Ulrich and Dan Kadar.
Nate is transitioning off the Browns beat full to focus on writing in-depth features on Northeast Ohio athletes from all walks of life.&nbsp;
The exact date it started is nebulous, but the podcast has gone several hundred episodes covering the good and mostly bad of the Browns &mdash; with plenty of movie and food takes sprinkled in.&nbsp;
The final episode from Nate and Dan is a retrospective of sorts. Get your tissues. Here's a little bit of what was talked about on this episode:&nbsp;
- Nate details his most memorable games while on the Browns beat for the past 12 years. That includes some love for Brian Hoyer, Baker Mayfield's debut in 2018 and the helmet swing heard around the world by Myles Garrett.
- Nate explains why veteran Browns left guard Joel Bitonio was among his most favorite players to cover over the years.
- What are the Brownsiest Browns moments since 2010? The Johnny Manziel saga that included a helicopter searching for him? The team going 1-31? Josh Gordon's numerous suspensions? Beyond all that, there is something more recently that sticks out that defines "Browns is Browns."&nbsp;
- We couldn't let Nate off the beat until he makes a prediction for how the Browns will do in 2022. Of course, that comes with caveats based on whether or not quarterback Deshaun Watson will get suspended, and for how long.
This episode closes with some heartfelt and earned recognitions&nbsp;

Nate and Dan sign off from the Cleveland Browns podcast

Nate and Dan sign off from the Browns podcast

The Cleveland Browns have now gone through two weeks of voluntary organized team activities with new franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Although the media has only been allowed to view two practices, there is still plenty to learn.

On this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Browns beat writer Nate Ulrich explains how Watson looks effortless throwing the ball in Berea.

As good as Watson has looked, the defense — specifically the secondary — is challenging the quarterback. Although you can’t judge too much because it’s spring practices, the most you can glean is from watching the pass catchers going against defensive backs.

That includes safeties John Johnson III and Grant Delpit. Nate explains how the pair is gelling thus far. He also gives an update on new wide receiver Amari Cooper and the extra work he and Watson are putting in.

This week's show also includes some thoughts on tight end David Njoku getting a new contract, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney re-signing and why fans shouldn’t expect Ndamukong Suh in Cleveland.

The Cleveland Browns have now gone through two weeks of voluntary organized team activities with new franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson.
Although the media has only been allowed to view two practices, there is still plenty to learn.
On this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Browns beat writer Nate Ulrich explains how Watson looks effortless throwing the ball in Berea.
As good as Watson has looked, the defense &mdash; specifically the secondary &mdash; is challenging the quarterback. Although you can&rsquo;t judge too much because it&rsquo;s spring practices, the most you can glean is from watching the pass catchers going against defensive backs.
That includes safeties John Johnson III and Grant Delpit. Nate explains how the pair is gelling thus far. He also gives an update on new wide receiver Amari Cooper and the extra work he and Watson are putting in.
This week's show also includes some thoughts on tight end David Njoku getting a new contract, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney re-signing and why fans&nbsp;shouldn&rsquo;t expect Ndamukong Suh in Cleveland.

How Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns look in OTAs

How Deshaun Watson and the Browns look in OTAs

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson’s legal situation is as complicated as he is talented.

Acquired earlier this year in a blockbuster deal with the Houston Texans, Watson thus far has had more depositions than practices with the Browns.

Watson’s case took a turn last week. The 26-year-old quarterback is being sued by 22 women for accused sexual misconduct during massage sessions that took place in 2020 and 2021. During a pretrial deposition last week, one of the encounters with a massage therapist reportedly ended with the woman crying. Watson followed up the incident by texting the woman an apology, according to her attorney.

Given the serious nature and the sheer volume of alleged incidents, it can be difficult to parse out fact from fiction from Browns follower fanaticism.

To help clear things up, the Cover 2 podcast with Nate Ulrich and Dan Kadar brought in special guest Brent Schrotenboer from USA TODAY. Brent has closely covered Watson’s case for USAT and broke down what everything means, the most significant developments in the case and where the potential for more lawsuits or criminal complaints stands.

Whether Watson’s legal issues continue or they conclude, the NFL will ultimately have to make a decision on disciplining the three-time Pro Bowler. 

As Nate points out, there are four ways the NFL could go in its discipline of Watson. But beyond that, it’s murky.

“They are in uncharted waters in terms of what the suspension should be,” Schrotenboer said on the podcast when it comes to the league’s decision. 

(Editor’s note: At one point Harrison County is mentioned during the podcast. It is Harris County.)

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson&rsquo;s legal situation is as complicated as he is talented.
Acquired earlier this year in a blockbuster deal with the Houston Texans, Watson thus far has had more depositions than practices with the Browns.
Watson&rsquo;s case took a turn last week. The 26-year-old quarterback is being sued by 22 women for accused sexual misconduct during massage sessions that took place in 2020 and 2021. During a pretrial deposition last week, one of the encounters with a massage therapist reportedly ended with the woman crying. Watson followed up the incident by texting the woman an apology, according to her attorney.
Given the serious nature and the sheer volume of alleged incidents, it can be difficult to parse out fact from fiction from Browns follower fanaticism.
To help clear things up, the Cover 2 podcast with Nate Ulrich and Dan Kadar brought in special guest Brent Schrotenboer from USA TODAY. Brent has closely covered Watson&rsquo;s case for USAT and broke down what everything means, the most significant developments in the case and where the potential for more lawsuits or criminal complaints stands.
Whether Watson&rsquo;s legal issues continue or they conclude, the NFL will ultimately have to make a decision on disciplining the three-time Pro Bowler.&nbsp;
As Nate points out, there are four ways the NFL could go in its discipline of Watson. But beyond that, it&rsquo;s murky.
&ldquo;They are in uncharted waters in terms of what the suspension should be,&rdquo; Schrotenboer said on the podcast when it comes to the league&rsquo;s decision.&nbsp;
(Editor&rsquo;s note: At one point Harrison County is mentioned during the podcast. It is Harris County.)

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