Deshaun Watson has gone two straight games without a turnover, and Browns fans are starting to see the quarterback Cleveland paid for. So is Watson finally back, or are we getting ahead of ourselves?

On this episode, we break down Watson's recent performances and the tough question his resurgence creates for Cleveland. If he keeps protecting the football and playing with confidence, how do the Browns justify moving on from him? Two games don't erase everything that came before, but they could change the conversation around Cleveland's quarterback situation and its playoff hopes.

In this episode:

• Watson's last two games and what's changed
• Why protecting the football is the biggest development
• Signs his confidence and rhythm are returning
• Whether the Browns can become a real playoff contender
• What Watson's resurgence means for Cleveland's future
• Should the Browns keep building around him?
• Why this could be one of the NFL's biggest comeback stories

Can Watson get back to the quarterback we saw in Houston? And would Cleveland be making a huge mistake by letting him go?

Is Deshaun Watson officially back? Answer in the Spotify Q&A and let us know where you stand. 🏈

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The Atlanta Falcons just beat the Packers, and Michael Penix Jr. is giving fans a real reason to believe. Now comes the real test: the New Orleans Saints.

On this episode of Rise Up, we break down Atlanta's statement win over Green Bay and what it means for the Falcons' playoff hopes. Penix is showing flashes of the franchise quarterback Atlanta drafted him to be, but one big game doesn't make an era. The Saints matchup will tell us a lot about whether he's ready to carry this team to the next level.

In this episode:

• The Falcons' statement win over the Packers
• Michael Penix Jr.'s growth and standout performance
• Why the offensive line could decide Atlanta's playoff chances
• What Penix needs to do against the Saints
• How the Falcons' defense can pressure the Saints' quarterback
• Why the Falcons-Saints rivalry still matters
• What a win in New Orleans would mean for Atlanta's playoff push

Is this the start of the Penix era, or are we getting ahead of ourselves?

Rise Up or Rise Out? Answer in the Spotify Q&A and tell us if Penix is ready to lead the Falcons to the playoffs. 🦅

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We're calling it: the Atlanta Braves are winning the 2026 World Series. They didn't land Tarik Skubal, Jacob deGrom said no, and the critics said Alex Anthopoulos didn't go all-in. None of that matters now.

UPDATE: The Braves already took Game 1 of the Wild Card Series 5-3 on Austin Riley's go-ahead three-run homer in the 8th. This episode was recorded before Game 1, and the case only got stronger.

KP, Mike the Expert, and Shaka Da Chief Rocka break down why this Braves roster is built to win it all: a lineup that can carry a short series, Chris Sale at the top of the rotation, and a team that went 94-68 and won the NL East. We also get into the trade-deadline debate, the Skubal "what if," the deGrom situation, and why Mike Trout was never really on the table.

Did the Braves do enough at the deadline? Maybe not. Are they good enough to win it all? We think so.

👇 Are you riding with us? Braves in 2026, yes or no? Drop your prediction in the comments, hit like if you believe, and share this with the Braves fan in your group chat.

The conversation covers the recent football game, Deshaun Watson's performance, Baker Mayfield's future, and the potential impact of Deshaun Watson on the team.

Takeaways

• Deshaun Watson's performance has sparked discussions about his potential impact on the team.
• Baker Mayfield's future is uncertain following his recent performance.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Game and the Celebration
• 01:06 Deshaun Watson's Performance
• 02:14 Baker Mayfield's Future
• 03:05 Deshaun Watson's Potential Impact

Are the Atlanta Falcons the WORST team in the NFL right now?

The Falcons are 0-2 after getting embarrassed 34-3 by the Carolina Panthers, and the questions are getting louder. Atlanta is struggling to generate offense, the red-zone problems are impossible to ignore, and Falcons fans are already wondering whether this season is headed in the wrong direction.

In this episode of **Rise Up Rundown**, KP, Mike the Expert and Dom break down the Falcons' disastrous Week 2 performance against Carolina and debate what is really going wrong with this team.

The conversation covers the NBA, Clippers' salary cap circumvention, Adam Silver's leadership, and the impact on the league. It also delves into the punishment, trade voiding, and the history of the Clippers organization.

Takeaways

• NBA's handling of the Clippers' salary cap circumvention raises questions about the league's governance
• The punishment for the Clippers' violation and the trade voiding are contentious issues
• The history of the Clippers organization and its impact on the team's current situation

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Merchandise Announcement
• 01:04 Clippers' Salary Cap Circumvention
• 03:15 Adam Silver's Leadership and NBA Governance
• 07:08 Trade Voiding and Punishment
• 10:02 Clippers' History and Impact on the Team
• 22:23 Conclusion and Show Promotion

The conversation delves into the Falcons' quarterback situation and the team's mediocrity, highlighting the challenges and controversies surrounding the team's performance and decision-making. The conversation covers the discussion of quarterback options for the Falcons and commentary on game announcers. It delves into the potential choices for the team's quarterback position and provides insights into the preferences of the hosts. Additionally, the conversation includes humorous commentary on game announcers and their performance.

Takeaways

• Falcons' Quarterback Situation
• Team's Mediocrity Quarterback options for the Falcons
• Commentary on game announcers

Chapters

• 00:00 Falcons' Quarterback Situation
• 12:26 Team's Mediocrity
• 18:25 Quarterback Options for the Falcons
• 28:07 Commentary on Game Announcers

The conversation covers a range of topics including New Orleans love, game analysis, referee controversy, and the NFL's interest in the Saints. It also delves into the cost of the game, the decision to tie or win, and the philosophy of stealing a win. The Lions defense and a goal line decision are also discussed. The conversation covers the reality of the game, the debate around the guardian cap, the macho mentality in football, different playing styles, and a discussion about football movies and shows.

Takeaways

• Referee controversy and its impact on the game
• The philosophy of stealing a win The debate around the guardian cap in football
• The influence of macho mentality in football culture

Chapters

• 00:00 New Orleans Love
• 01:10 Heart and Greed
• 02:15 Referee Controversy
• 03:19 NFL's Interest in Saints
• 04:13 Game Analysis
• 04:58 Tie or Win
• 06:10 Cost of the Game
• 07:20 Stealing a Win
• 08:59 Herm Edwards' Philosophy
• 09:49 Lions Defense
• 11:12 Goal Line Decision
• 12:19 The Reality of the Game
• 13:15 The Guardian Cap Debate
• 14:35 The Macho Mentality
• 18:46 Different Playing Styles
• 20:33 Football Movies and Shows