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Noah Olson is a Northeast Ohio native and lifelong Cleveland sports fan. He graduated from The College of Wooster with a major in Communications and has been sports writing since 2024. As a writer for The Lead, Noah brings a blend of local pride and an insider’s perspective, focusing on thoughtful analysis and storytelling rooted in Cleveland sports culture.

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Jan 4, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) kneels on the field during a first half timeout against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Trading Myles Garrett Was the Browns’ Only Option

The unthinkable to many Browns fans has happened. June 1  was the first day that Cleveland was able to trade Myles Garrett, the...

June 4, 2026
May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers bench looks on in the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena.
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Roster Change Inevitable for Cavs After Being Swept by Knicks

The Cleveland Cavaliers finally got over the hump… or did they? The Cavaliers had never made it past the second round of the...

May 28, 2026
Apr 24, 2026; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns first round draft picks Spencer Fano, left, and KC Concepcion hold their new jerseys during an introductory press conference at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus.
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Which Browns Players Are the Biggest Winners From the NFL Draft?

Not all players on a team’s active roster, including the Cleveland Browns, are losers when it comes to adding new talent in the...

May 7, 2026
Apr 24, 2026; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns first round draft picks Spencer Fano, left, and KC Concepcion hold their new jerseys during an introductory press conference at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Which Players Are the Biggest Losers From the Browns’ Draft?

As the saying goes, out with the old and in with the new. The NFL Draft has come and gone, and a slew...

May 5, 2026
Nov 24, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) tries to block a shot by Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Can the Cavs Set Their Playoff Tone Against the Raptors?

The 2026 NBA playoffs have taken shape, and the Cleveland Cavaliers look to right the wrongs of years past. This year, the wine...

April 16, 2026
Nov 23, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson watches on the sidelines against the Las Vegas Raiders in the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Why Has the Browns’ Narrative on Deshaun Watson Shifted?

Just a year ago, at the 2025 annual NFL meetings, Browns owner Jimmy Haslam called the Deshaun Watson trade “A big swing and...

April 4, 2026
Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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What Does the Browns’ Perfect First Round Draft Look Like?

In just under a month, a moment many Cleveland Browns fans have been waiting for will take place— the first round of the...

March 25, 2026
Oct 22, 2023; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5), who is out for the season due to injury, walks the field before the team faces the Cleveland Browns at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jenna Watson-USA TODAY Sports
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An Anthony Richardson Trade Makes Sense for the Browns

The Indianapolis Colts have given their 2023 No. 4 overall pick, Anthony Richardson, permission to explore a trade. According to insider Matthew Berry,...

March 5, 2026
Nov 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) celebrates after catching a 32-yard touchdown pass against the UCLA Bruins in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit:
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The Browns Must Select a Wide Receiver at No. 6

As the NFL Combine begins, the Cleveland Browns should be preparing for final evaluations of the 2026 NFL Draft class. The Browns hold not...

February 26, 2026
Feb 9, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) in the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit:
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The James Harden Trade Gets Better By the Day for Cleveland

The Cleveland Cavaliers made a polarizing move at the 2026 NBA trade deadline. They sent homegrown star Darius Garland and a second-round pick...

February 13, 2026
Sep 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens coordinator Todd Monken on the field before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at M&T Bank Stadium.
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Todd Monken’s Hiring Causes Uncertainty With Browns Fans

After a 23-day search, the Cleveland Browns hired Todd Monken as head coach ahead of the 2026 season. He comes to Cleveland after...

January 30, 2026
Dec 27, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (2) runs the ball during the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images
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Aside From Shedeur, What QB Options Do Browns Have for 2026?

The Cleveland Browns ended their 2025 season on a high note, celebrating wins over the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals with quarterback Shedeur...

January 19, 2026