
Does Ryan Day still not understand the OSU vs Michigan rivalry?
Nick and Jonathan react to Ryan Day moving Ohio State’s senior day to the Buckeyes’ home opener.

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Afternoon Drive on The Fan is your daily soundtrack for Cleveland sports, fueled by strong takes, lively debate, and nonstop energy. Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin guide listeners through the latest news and storylines across pro and college sports, keeping a close eye on the Browns, Guardians, Cavaliers, and Buckeyes. Whether it’s reacting to breaking headlines or sparking passionate discussion, Afternoon Drive brings an entertaining, fan-first approach to weekday afternoons.
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Nick and Jonathan react to Ryan Day moving Ohio State’s senior day to the Buckeyes’ home opener.

Nick and JP discuss if Shedeur Sanders still has a chance to win the starting job.

Nick and JP ask if fans trust Todd Monken to make the correct decision on a starting QB for this season.

John Fanta of NBC Sports joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about the likelihood of Deshaun Watson being named the Browns starting quarterback, if Cleveland’s truly average QB play away, Chase DeLauter’s injury,

Nick and JP discuss what fan reaction will look like if Deshaun Watson is named the starter for this season.

Nick and JP dive into if Browns fans would be happy with Dante Moore playing QB for the Browns next season.

Joe DeLeone of A to Z Sports joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about Ohio State being ranked No. 1 in the AP Top 25 preseason poll, Ryan Day’s decision to move senior day to the Buckeyes’ home opener, the 2027 q

Nick and JP debate on whether Chase DeLauter needs to play in the game against the Giants tonight.

Nick and JP play Quick Hits and listen to the best sound bites from the sports and entertainment world.

Nick and JP discuss if it is a big deal the Browns have not signed a veteran edge rusher for depth.

Nick and Jonathan begin today's show discussing if the Browns are really only a QB away from being good.

Hosts break down the fallout from the Browns' preseason opener, debating whether Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders holds the true edge in the quarterback battle. From glaring offensive line depth concerns to Todd Monken'

Nick and JP react to Booger Mcfarland saying the Browns will be the surprise team in the NFL this season.

Nick and JP react to if Shedeur is facing the biggest week of his pro career.

Lance Reisland of Cleveland.com and 92.3 The Fan joins Afternoon Drive. He talks about his takeaways from the Browns loss to the Bears in the preseason opener, why the quarterback competition is still close, and more.

Nick and JP debate whether or not Kirk Herbstreit actually believes Pat McAfee's album is good.

Nick and JP react to the news of Chase DeLauter having hamstring issues and being 9-19 since the All Star break.

Nick and JP play Quick Hits, going over the biggest and best sound bytes in sports and entertainment.

Nick and JP dive deeper into if the first game was enough to believe in a new Deshaun Watson?

Nick and Jonathan begin today's show discussing if Deshaun Watson has already won the starting job after a solid preseason start.
Sam Monson
Pro Football Focus
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Zac Jackson
The Athletic
1 appearance on this show
Leroy Hoard
Cleveland Browns
1 appearance on this show
Myles Simmons
Pro Football Talk
2 appearances on this show
Joe DeLeone
A to Z Sports
3 appearances on this show
Shannon Farren
Chargers
1 appearance on this show
Daryle Johnson
Steiny & Guru Show
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Chris Fedor
Cleveland.com
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Sean Deveney
Heavy.com
1 appearance on this show
Ashley Bastock
Cleveland.com
4 appearances on this show
Nick Baumgardner
The Athletic
2 appearances on this show
John Fanta
NBC Sports
3 appearances on this show
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