Cole McDaniel

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Cole McDaniel is a contributor to both Browns Digest and Cavs Insider. He is the Vice President of Operations for Kee on Sports, most notably serving as lead NFL Draft analyst and the play-by-play voice for high school football. He can also be heard on numerous Baldwin Wallace University athletics broadcasts and has served as Cleveland SC's color commentator since 2019. Cole is a 2019 graduate of Baldwin Wallace where he also played soccer.

Nov 1, 2024; Boise, Idaho, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs for a score during the second half against the San Diego State Aztecs at Albertsons Stadium. Boise State defeats San Diego State 56-24. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-Imagn Images

Browns Opinion

The Cleveland Browns may be 1-2 to start the year and panic is already setting in, but the AFC North has not set a high bar. The Browns are certainly not out of the race.

Sep 15, 2024; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) runs against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Browns moved to 1-1 on the season after defeating the Jacksonville Jaguars 18-13. Here are the three stars of the game.

Cleveland Browns defensive end Alex Wright (91) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) in the end zone for a safety during the fourth quarter of an NFL football matchup Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Browns defeated the Jaguars 18-13. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

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The Cleveland Browns pulled off a narrow 18-13 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on the road. Here are the three takeaways from the strong performance from the defense.

Sep 7, 2024; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar (15) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Bowling Green Falcons at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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If the 2024 season falls apart for the Cleveland Browns and Deshaun Watson, then the organization will need to think about a new plan for the future.

Aug 4, 2024; Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Bell (18) catches the ball during practice at the Browns training facility in Berea, Ohio. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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After a terrible performance from the Cleveland Browns against the Dallas Cowboys, the Browns need some help against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Here is the receiver that could make a shocking difference.

Sep 22, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jack Conklin (78) celebrates after a touchdown by wide receiver Amari Cooper (not pictured) during the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelersat FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-USA TODAY Sports

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The Cleveland Browns are set to face the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday for the start of the 2024 season. One veteran offensive lineman could find himself in a new position and revive his career.

Nov 26, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos running back Samaje Perine (25) carries the ball in the first half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

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With the Denver Broncos expected to part ways with Samaje Perine, should the Cleveland Browns make a move for the veteran running back?

Aug 17, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) looks for an available receiver against the Minnesota Vikings during the second quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports

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The Minnesota Vikings announced that they waived quarterback Matt Corral on Monday. Could this open the door for a potential move with the Cleveland Browns?

Aug 10, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (2) before the game against the Green Bay Packers at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

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Since joining the Cleveland Browns in 2022, Amari Cooper has led the NFL in one major receiving statistic.

Aug 24, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Tyler Huntley (10) looks to pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

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The Cleveland Browns lost 37-33 in the final preseason game versus the Seattle Seahawks. Who were the three stars of the game?

Jan 29, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Bengals guard Jackson Carman (79) reacts after running back Samaje Perine (34) scored a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the third quarter of the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

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The Cincinnati Bengals have started trimming down their roster and waived 11 players on Friday. Could the Cleveland Browns take advantage and snag an offensive tackle?

Cleveland Browns running back D'Onta Foreman (27) celebrates his touchdown during the first half of an NFL preseason football game at Cleveland Browns Stadium, Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.

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The Cleveland Browns lost their second preseason game to the Minnesota Vikings 27-12. Here were the three stars of the game for the Browns.

Cole McDaniel

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

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