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'America: The Once Great Nation' Examines How America Changed and What That Shift Has Meant
Cover of America: The Once Great Nation by Joe Robbins, a reflective examination of America’s changing values, identity, and future. A thoughtful reflection on America’s cultural, social, and moral transformation through history, personal insight, and modern-day realities.
A tough loss for the Royals in Cincinnati
Photo credit Joe Robbins/Getty Images Royals beat writer Lynn Worthy talks about one that got away in Cincinnati. TRENDING on RADIO.COM
PHOTOS: Dayton vs. George Washington
Joe Robbins DAYTON, OH - MARCH 07: Dayton Flyers players and coaches celebrate after the game against the George Washington Colonials at UD Arena on March 7, 2020 in Dayton, Ohio. Dayton defeated George Washington 76-51 and won the Atlantic 10 Conference regular season title.
Fossil Fuel Knocks the Wind Out of Renewable Energy Movement in Ohio
With no shortage of wide-open land, Ohio is ripe for a transition to renewable energy, but instead the state has become a hotbed for corporate-driven attacks on wind energy. As a result of increasingly restrictive laws on renewables, the state was recently ranked second to last among U.S. states in its renewable energy generation, with only 2.3 percent of its energy generated through renewable sources.
Andrew Luck left the Colts' preseason game to boos after news of his retirement emerges
BarDown Staff Andrew Luck , (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) Andrew Luck sent shock waves through the football universe by retiring from the NFL just two weeks before the kickoff. While a late-offseason retirement will always come as a shock, it is made even more shocking by the fact that he is only 29 years old. Many thought this may be the year of Andrew Luck, but his mental health wouldn’t allow it. In a very unfortunate circumstance, the news came out DURING a Colts’ preseason game.
AP source: Ohio State QB Martell signals he may transfer
Photo by: Joe Robbins/Getty Images COLUMBUS, OH - SEPTEMBER 08: Tate Martell #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes breaks free on a 47-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter of the game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Ohio Stadium on September 8, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State won 52-3. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State quarterback Tate Martell may be looking to transfer.
Baker, Kitchens puns are officially a thing
SportsBrowns Posted: 8:19 PM, Jan 09, 2019 Updated: 2019-01-10 01:19:14Z Image copyright 2018 Getty Images. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Photo by: Joe Robbins CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 07: Baker Mayfield #6 of the Cleveland Browns throws a pass in the first quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at FirstEnergy Stadium on October 7, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio.
How to watch Sunday's Browns-Panthers game on TV, online
CLEVELAND - The Browns take on the Carolina Panthers in Cleveland on Sunday. Here’s how you can catch the action: The game begins at 1 p.m. Watch locally on WJW, the local Fox affiliate. Purchase the NFL Game Pass to watch on connected devices: https://gamepass.nfl.com/ Radio: Listen in on ESPN 850 WKNR, 92.3 The Fan and 98.5 WNCX. Head to FirstEnergy Stadium and watch the game live. You can buy tickets here.
How to watch Sunday's Browns-Texans game on TV, online
HOUSTON - The Browns take on the Houston Texans in Houston on Sunday. Here’s how you can catch the action: The game begins at 1 p.m. Watch locally on WOIO 19, the local CBS affiliate. Purchase the NFL Game Pass to watch on connected devices: https://gamepass.nfl.com/ Radio: Listen in on ESPN 850 WKNR, 92.3 The Fan and 98.5 WNCX. Listen Online: Browns.com, Browns App, Tune-In Tune in to News 5 Cleveland at 6 and 11 p.m. for updates on the game from the News 5 sports team.
PHOTOS: Colts lose to Jaguars 6-0
JACKSONVILLE, FL - DECEMBER 02: Andrew Luck #12 of the Indianapolis Colts looks to pass during their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field on December 2, 2018 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) Photo By: Joe Robbins Image copyright 2018 Getty Images. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Mayfield has 4 TDs, Browns rout Bengals 35-20 for road win
CINCINNATI, Ohio - Baker Mayfield threw a career-high four touchdown passes in another growing-up-fast performance, and the Cleveland Browns ended one of the NFL’s longest streaks of road futility on Sunday with a 35-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, who lost quarterback Andy Dalton to a thumb injury. Cleveland (4-6-1) got its first road win since 2015, emphatically snapping a streak of 25 straight road losses that was one shy of the Lions’ NFL record.
How to watch Sunday's Browns-Bengals game on TV, online
CINCINNATI - The Browns take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati on Sunday. Here’s how you can catch the action: The game begins at 1 p.m. Watch locally on WOIO 19, the local CBS affiliate. Purchase the NFL Game Pass to watch on connected devices: https://gamepass.nfl.com/ Radio: Listen in on ESPN 850 WKNR, 92.3 The Fan and 98.5 WNCX. Listen Online: Browns.com, Browns App, Tune-In Tune in to News 5 Cleveland at 6 and 11 p.m. for updates on the game from the News 5 sports team.
IMAGES: Cleveland Browns beat Bengals, 35-20
CINCINNATI, OH - NOVEMBER 25: Baker Mayfield #6 of the Cleveland Browns throws a pass during the second quarter of the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by John Grieshop/Getty Images) Photo By: John Grieshop Copyright 2018 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Baker Mayfield not interested in shaking hands with Hue Jackson after Browns win
CINCINNATI - Former Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson wanted to congratulate quarterback Baker Mayfield after the Browns win, Mayfield, on the other hand, did not appear interested. Hue Jackson REALLY wanted to embrace Baker Mayfield after #Browns win...Mayfield, not so much. ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️ pic.twitter.com/MJM65vyXyF — Jon Doss (@JonDoss) November 25, 2018 Jackson was fired from the Browns last month. The Bengals hired Jackson two weeks ago. The Browns beat the Bengals 35-20.
Is Urban Meyer still having fun coaching Ohio State?
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Urban Meyer doesn’t seem to be having much fun these days. The Ohio State coach is not demonstrably mirthful, of course, at least not when it comes to his job. “It’s not like me to be the Joe Positive guy,” he acknowledged the other day. “I’m usually the opposite.” But the 54-year-old Meyer’s sideline demeanor has taken on a decidedly beleaguered stoop this season.
Can Urban Meyer endure at Ohio State?
As nerve-wracking as it must have been for Ohio State fans to watch the wild, back-and-forth overtime victory against Maryland , it has become just as uncomfortable to watch coach Urban Meyer endure his team’s games. The countless camera shots of Meyer bent over, hands on knees and head down, are excruciating television. As his defense allowed big play after big play to the Terrapins on Saturday, Meyer looked as if every yard was a sharp stick poking him in the neck.
Case Keenum looks to show he's part of longterm future with strong finish
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- The job boasts enormous pressure and responsibility. When it comes to occupations in the state of Colorado, nothing compares to serving as the Broncos quarterback. I do not believe the job is too big for Case Keenum. But I do think it was bigger than he thought. His slow start with a new team and impatient fan base left him ripe for criticism over the first month. It led to wild cheers for Chad Kelly at one point as Keenum spent a play in the concussion protocol. Kelly is gone.
Have the No. 8 Buckeyes solved their running game problems?
COLUMBUS, Ohio - After seeing its two star running backs shut down by a series of less talented opponents, No. 8 Ohio State finally managed to break them loose on Saturday. It was a timely development, as the Buckeyes this week prepare to face the top defense in the country against the run. J.K. Dobbins had his best game of the season, rushing for 163 yards and three touchdowns and then picking up two first downs on the final drive to seal the 36-31 win over Nebraska.
How to watch the Ohio State-Nebraska game on Saturday
The Ohio State University football team takes on the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday at noon. The Buckeyes are hoping for a win after getting crushed in their last game against Purdue. Nebraska will try to keep up the momentum after coming off a win against Bethune-Cookman on Oct. 27.Here’s how you can watch or listen to Saturday's game.
Ohio State coach Meyer dealing with ‘aggressive’ headaches
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio State coach Urban Meyer re-iterated lingering health issues have been causing him occasional severe headaches this season, but says he intends to remain with the Buckeyes “as long as I can.”Meyer spoke with a small group of reporters Tuesday to try to clear up questions about his future at Ohio State and why he has seemingly looked uncomfortable on the sideline this season.Meyer addressed the issue and speculation about his future Monday, too.
Cleveland fires two coaches within 24 hours, which may have set a record
CLEVELAND - We did some digging, and we couldn't find another time it had happened. Based on our research, Cleveland is the only city in sports history to have two of its franchises fire coaches within 24 hours.Cavaliers coach Ty Lue was fired Sunday morning. Twenty-four hours later, the Browns announced they were firing Hue Jackson. It is not uncommon for multiple coaches of the same sport to be fired on the same day.
Coach Urban Meyer says he'll be back at Ohio State next year
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio State coach Urban Meyer addressed speculation that he could step down at the end of the season, saying Monday he felt fine and definitely would be back next year.Meyer, who was suspended for three games to start the season and has been slowed by headaches caused by a cyst, has been the subject of talk around the college football world that he may retire after the season.The chatter increased after he looked more distressed and beleaguered than usual on the sideline...
How to watch Sunday's Browns game against the Steelers
CLEVELAND - The Browns take on the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh on Sunday. Here’s how you can catch the action:The game begins at 1 p.m. Watch locally on WOIO 19, the local CBS affiliate. Purchase the NFL Game Pass to watch on connected devices: https://gamepass.nfl.com/ Radio: Listen in on ESPN 850 WKNR, 92.3 The Fan and 98.5 WNCX. Listen Online: Browns.com, Browns App, Tune-In Tune in to News 5 Cleveland at 11 p.m. for updates on the game from the News 5 sports team.
Cleveland Browns will play Denver under the lights
CLEVELAND - The Browns are getting another shot at primetime. Cleveland will play the Denver Broncos under the lights at Mile High Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 15. The league announced the game would kick off at 8:20 p.m., as the second part of a doubleheader that will air on NFL Network.Cleveland's only other primetime game this season came against the Jets, when the Browns picked up its first win of the season on Thursday Night Football.
How to watch Sunday's Browns game against Tampa Bay
CLEVELAND - The Browns take on the Los Angeles Charges at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland this Sunday. Here’s how you can catch the action:The game begins at 1 p.m. Watch locally on WJW 8, the local Fox affiliate. Purchase the NFL Game Pass to watch on connected devices: https://gamepass.nfl.com/ Radio: Listen in on ESPN 850 WKNR, 92.3 The Fan and 98.5 WNCX. Listen Online: Browns.com, Browns App, Tune-In Head to FirstEnergy Stadium and watch the game live. You can buy tickets here.
How to watch the Ohio State-Purdue game on Saturday
The Ohio State University Buckeyes football team takes on Purdue in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.Here’s how you can watch: On TV on WEWS News Channel 5 Online on Watch ESPN (You'll need to sign in with a supported TV provider) Listen to the game on WKNR-AM 850 in Cleveland, WAKR-AM 1590 in Akron, WHBC-AM 1480 in Canton or OSU’s TuneIn channel.
Browns Joe Schobert will not return to game after hamstring injury
CLEVELAND - Cleveland Browns linebacker Joe Schobert suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday's game.Schobert will not return to the game, according to the Browns.He was injured during the third quarter. It is unknown how serious his injury is.
Browns WR Higgins to miss time with sprained knee
CLEVELAND - Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins could miss some games with a sprained knee.Coach Hue Jackson said Monday that an MRI taken on Higgins revealed he sprained his medial collateral ligament while blocking during Sunday’s overtime win against the Baltimore Ravens. Higgins, who is having a breakout season, had three catches for 66 yards and a 19-yard touchdown before getting hurt.Jackson said surgery has been ruled out.
That awkward moment when you almost injure the head coach of your NFL football team
CLEVELAND - After the Browns' second win on Sunday, almost anything was justifiable. Almost.Following the team's victory, Hue Jackson and all the players gathered in the locker room.Jackson, telling all the players, “You are becoming something special. I’m telling you.”As Jackson continued to praise the team's efforts, Browns tight end Orson Charles gives an accidentally aggressive shoulder bump to Jackson, sending the coach off balance.The whole thing happens about 45 seconds into the video.
IMAGES: Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens
CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 07: Trevon Coley #93 of the Cleveland Browns recovers a fumble in the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at FirstEnergy Stadium on October 7, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) Photo By: Jason Miller Copyright 2018 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Rashard Higgins doubtful to return to game
CLEVELAND - Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins is doubtful to return to the game. Higgins suffered a knee injury during the game. He had three catches for 66 yards and scored a touchdown.
Terrance Mitchell's status updated to 'questionable' after wrist injury in Browns-Raiders game
CLEVELAND - Cleveland Browns cornerback Terrance Mitchell suffered a wrist injury against the Raiders Sunday.Mitchell, whose injury was ruled questionable, will not return to the game, according to the Cleveland Browns. He injured his wrist breaking up a Raiders pass.The extent of his injuries are unknown.
Cleveland Browns beat New York Jets for first win since 2016
CLEVELAND (AP) — For the first time in 635 days, the Cleveland Browns won.Baker Mayfield showed them how.RELATED: Browns Victory Fridges filled with Bud Light, unlocked after winThe No. 1 overall pick replaced injured starter Tyrod Taylor and sparked the Browns, who got two 1-yard touchdown runs from Carlos Hyde and beat the New York Jets 21-17 on Thursday night for their first win since Dec. 24, 2016."I've just been waiting for my moment," Mayfield said.
Won, won and won! Browns beat Jets for first win since 2016
For the first time in 635 days, the Cleveland Browns found a way to win.Baker Mayfield showed them how.The No. 1 overall pick replaced injured starter Tyrod Taylor and sparked the Browns, who got two 1-yard touchdown runs from Carlos Hyde and beat the New York Jets 21-17 on Thursday night for their first win since Dec.
Former Browns running back Isaiah Crowell taunts Browns fans
Former Browns running back Isaiah Crowell scored the Jets' first two touchdowns on Thursday night, and he rubbed it in Cleveland fans' faces each time.After his first score, he emotionally chucked the ball into the stands.After his second score, he very classily wiped his behind with the ball like it was toilet paper and threw hr ball into the stands, incurring a penalty.We'd share the clip, but, you know ... lawyers.Everyone in Cleveland right now:via GIPHY
Reich downplays reunion with defending Super Bowl champs
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Frank Reich has the inside track on Philadelphia.He coached the quarterbacks, helped construct one of the league’s most innovative offenses and worked closely with defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz before leaving for Indianapolis in February.On Sunday, the Colts are hoping Reich’s knowledge could give them a leg up on the defending Super Bowl champs this weekend.“Nothing too dramatic, a few things here and there,” Reich said when asked about this week’s conversations with...
It's all laughs for Josh Gordon as he watches his fate play out on TV
CLEVELAND - It appears to be all laughs for wide receiver Josh Gordon as he awaits his fate while the Browns decide on whether to trade or release him.On Monday, Gordon posted an Instagram story of him getting stretched out on a trainer's table while a report of his future played in the background.His reaction?
LIVE: Urban Meyer's first press conference since returning from suspension
COLUMBUS - On Monday, Urban Meyer held his first press conference since returning from his 3-game suspension.WATCH LIVE: Meyer released a statement on Monday to praise the team and the coaching staff, which went 3-0 without him following his suspension for mishandling domestic abuse allegations made against former assistant Zach Smith.
Browns trade Josh Gordon to Patriots for fifth-round pick
CLEVELAND - Former Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon is heading to the Patriots in exchange for a fifth-round draft pick for the Browns, coach Hue Jackson and sources confirmed Monday.As part of the deal, the Patriots will get back a late-round pick if Gordon isn’t active for at least 10 games, sources confirmed.ESPN’s NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported that Gordon is healthy enough from his strained hamstring to play Sunday against the Detroit Lions.Amid the talks of the trade, Gordon posted...
Urban Meyer issues another apology, says he regrets way he handled Zach Smith allegations
CLEVELAND - Urban Meyer is taking advantage of his return to the sidelines to let everyone know how sorry he is.Again. Meyer released a statement on Monday to praise the team and the coaching staff, which went 3-0 without him following his suspension for mishandling domestic abuse allegations made against former assistant Zach Smith. “I want to be clear: I do not — never have and never will — condone domestic abuse,” Meyer wrote.
How to watch the Browns-Saints game on television, radio or streaming
CLEVELAND - The Browns (0-0-1) travel to New Orleans to face the Saints (0-1) for second regular season game of the year on Sunday at 1 p.m. RELATED: Browns getting rid of Josh Gordon Here are the ways you can catch the action: Watch our Browns Countdown pre-game show at 11 a.m. Sunday. Browns Countdown has all of the latest news and reports surrounding the Cleveland Browns, including profiles of the top players on the squad.
No-win situation: Browns can’t finish in tie with Steelers
CLEVELAND - When the ball deflected off T.J. Watt’s left hand and fluttered to a water-logged landing, well short of the crossbar, there was nothing more the Browns could do.Their 17-game losing streak was over. Without a win — or a loss.
The Browns end their losing streak in the most Browns way possible, internet reacts accordingly
The Browns end their losing streak in the most Browns way possible, internet reacts accordingly It's been a LONG time since the Browns last won a game. 624 days ago, Robert Griffin III led the Browns to a win over the Chargers and ever since, fans have been dreaming of capturing that winning feeling once again. On Sunday, that feeling didn't return, but they also didn't lose. The Steelers blocked the Browns' game-winning field goal attempt and the game ended in a 21-21 tie.
Browns don’t lose, tie Steelers 21-21 in sloppy game
CLEVELAND - Well, the Browns didn’t lose.Cleveland ended its 17-game losing streak on Sunday with a 21-21 tie against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the Browns missed a chance at their first victory since 2016 when kicker Zane Gonzalez’s 43-yard field-goal attempt with 9 seconds left in OT was blocked by T.J. Watt.The Steelers, who blew a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, also wasted their chance to escape with a win when Chris Boswell was wide left on a 42-yard field-goal attempt with 1:44...
These Memes About Colin Kaepernick's Nike Ad Will Have You In Stitches
I think we all can agree that 2018 has been a rather, um, challenging year. But one thing that has been getting me through it has, hands-down, been the hilarity that goes down on social media, from wild tweets to chaotic memes. The latest topic that social media users have spun into internet gold is Colin Kaepernick's Nike ad. The memes about Colin Kaepernick's Nike ad might even be the best thing to go down online thus far. If you somehow missed it, on Wednesday, Sept.
How to watch the Buckeyes game against Oregon State
The Ohio State Buckeyes take the field opposite Oregon State for their season opener Saturday at noon.Finally.Here are the ways you can catch the action: Watch the game on News 5 Cleveland – channel 5 on most cable and satellite systems, and over-the-air with a digital antenna. Pre-game coverage begins at 11:30 a.m. with Scarlett Saturday, all of the latest news and reports surrounding the Buckeyes are explored, including profiles of the top players on the squad. Radio options available here.
Ravens crash Luck's homecoming as Colts lose 20-19
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Baltimore Ravens spoiled Andrew Luck's Indianapolis homecoming.They picked him off before allowing a completion, and Terrell Suggs nearly chopped the ball out of Luck's hands on a sack. The Ravens then secured a 20-19 preseason win over the Colts by stopping a late 2-point conversion run.Luck was just OK in his first home start since Jan. 1, 2017.
Buffalo Bills, en serios problemas por lesión del QB titular
Los Buffalo Bills se han metido en serios problemas después de que su quarterback titular A.J. McCarrón se ha lesionado en el juego de pretemporada frente a los Cleveland Browns. La lesión se dio durante el primer cuarto del encuentro, cuando el quarterback cayó tras la presión de la línea defensiva de los Browns, y uno de los defensivos cayó sobre él.
Watch a preview of 'Building the Browns,' which airs this preseason on News 5
This behind the scenes documentary series "Building the Browns" kicks off on August 9 on News 5 Cleveland.
Browns reward running back Duke Johnson with a three-year, $15.6 million contract extension
Our media partners at the Akron Beacon-Journal have confirmed that the Browns agreed to a three-year, $15.6 million contract extension with running back Duke Johnson that includes a signing bonus of $5 million. The news was first reported by NFL Network. Johnson was one of the few Browns players on offense last year who didn't make fans shake their heads in disappointment whenever he touched the ball.
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