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The Optimistic Fan Club

Joey Ricottone

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Frequency: 1 episode/35d. Total Eps: 16

The Optimistic Fan Club is an NFL podcast hosted by Joey Ricottone primarily focusing on the Cleveland Browns, but also on some of the hottest topics in the sports world.

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18/05/2025
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When Will Shedeur Start? Browns Schedule Reaction & the Mason Graham Controversy

Friday, May 16, 2025 • Duration 57:06

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The Browns schedule is out — and so is the roadmap for Shedeur Sanders’ rise.

In this episode of The Optimistic Fan Club, we break down when and why Shedeur takes over, what Joe Flacco’s leash really looks like, and why this season isn’t about tanking — it’s about evaluation.

We also dive into:

The Jaguars' sneaky importance to the Browns’ 2026 draft capital.

Why Cleveland needs a bold QB, not a backup mindsetWhich NFL coaches are on the hottest seats this season.

And the bizarre backlash surrounding Mason Graham’s training camp “controversy”.

0:00 - Intro

1:06 - Browns Rookie Mini Camp Reaction

3:28 - Browns Schedule Reaction

9:15 - When Will Shedeur Get His First Start12:01 - Browns' Record Prediction

16:04 - The Browns Need a BOLD Leader at QB

21:50 - Reacting to the Jags Schedule

26:09 Top 3 Coaches with Most Pressure in 2025

44:39 - The Mason Graham Controversy and "Draft Experts"

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Reacting to RG3's Wack Browns Take | The Rise of BS Coaches | The George Pickens Trade | The OFC Pod

Friday, May 9, 2025 • Duration 48:02

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In this episode of The Optimistic Fan Club we're diving deep into RG3's insanely bad take of the Browns and Shedeur Sanders situation.

We're also touching on the rise of modern coaches who are ruining the NFL and the recent George Pickens trade.

0:00 - Intro

1:12 - RG3's Shedeur/Browns Take is Ridiculously Bad

3:21 - RG3 Says the Browns are Dysfunctional for Drafting Shedeur

24:02 - The Rise of BS Coaches43:40 - The George Pickens Trade

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Exposing the Media's Shedeur Sanders Narrative | The OFC Pod

Friday, May 2, 2025 • Duration 36:16

In this episode of The Optimistic Fan Club, we take a closer look at the shifting media narrative around Shedeur Sanders — from early praise by top scouts and outlets to the sudden criticism of his confidence and draft position. I unpack the double standard and what it says about the current media cycle.

Also in this episode:

My top 3 Browns rookies and why they stood out
Key concerns surrounding the Browns’ offensive line heading into camp

A breakdown of the recent controversies involving Bill Belichick and Shannon Sharpe — and what they reveal about power and perception in sports media

0:00 - Welcome to the Show

2:11 - Exposing the Media's Takes on Shedeur Sanders

7:36 - Why I Believe in Shedeur

16:16 - Top Browns Rookies I'm Excited For

22:44 - The Browns O-Line is Concerning

29:08 - My Take on the Belichik/Sharpe Situations

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How Can Cleveland Save The Season? | Browns vs Giants Reaction + More | The Optimistic Fan Club Live

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 • Duration 01:33:27

Join the Patreon: patreon.com/OptimisticFanClub Follow on X: https://x.com/joeyricottone In this episode of The Optimistic Fab Club, we're recapping the Browns brutal week 3 loss to the New york Giants. We're discussing who is to blame, did Watson do enough, and can the season be saved?

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Did Watson Do Enough to Silence the Doubters? Browns Bounce Back| The Optimistic Fan Club Live

Monday, September 16, 2024 • Duration 01:45:58

Join The Patreon Here: patreon.com/OptimisticFanClub In this live episode of The Optimistic Fan Club we're recapping the Browns week two win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, and talking about whether or not Deshaun Watson did enough to silence the doubters. We also talk about the emergence of Jerry Jeudy, the disapointing start of Amari Cooper, and so much more. In this episode we'll also talk about SNF, the Chiefs vs the Bengals, and the Ravens and Steelers week 2 performances.

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Reacting to Browns vs Cowboys, SNF, and Steelers | The Optimistic Fan Club Live

Monday, September 9, 2024 • Duration 01:22:46

In this live episode of The Optimistic Fan Club, we're talking about the Browns terrible performance against the Cowboys, what went wrong, Deshaun Watson's performance, and whether or not we should be hopeful for the rest of the season.

We also talk about the Steelers game against the Falcons, and Sunday Night Football.

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Complete NFL Predictions for 2024 | Browns vs Cowboys Preview | Major Award and Division Picks

Friday, September 6, 2024 • Duration 01:52:40

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Today, we launch The Optimistic Fan Club with our first ever live episode in the new studio.

In this episode we're going in deep on the Browns offensive and defensive expectations for the 2024 season, as well as giving our division winner picks across the NFL and our dark horse picks.

We cover who to watch out for in the NFL, as well as topics like Deshaun Watson's resurgence, and finally give our predictions for the Ravens vs Chiefs, Packers vs Eagles, and Browns vs Cowboys.

0:00 - Intro

3:20 - The State of the Browns and Offensive Expectations for 2024

31:00 - Browns Defensive Expectations

47:55 - Division Picks

48:30 - AFC East

53:55 - AFC West

58:40 - AFC South

1:05:00 - AFC North

1:14:55 - NFC West

1:22:00 - NFC North

1:24:17 - NFC East

1:25:45 - AFC and NFC Playoff Picture and Dark Horse Picks

1:30:05 - NFL Major Award Winner Predictions

1:34:45 - Ravens at Chiefs Predictions

1:37:55 - Packers at Eagles (in Brazil)

1:40:15 - Cowboys at Browns

1:47:15 - Week 1 Parlay Picks

Goodbye Brownies | NFL Wild Card Recap | Baker, Love, The Future of the Cowboys and More

Wednesday, January 17, 2024 • Duration 49:55

 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimistic-fan-club/id1724973365 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0idoCjSwOCXpa2LyY5Bntn?si=18a41d26484c4cd1 BUY STICKERS: https://optimisticfanclub.com/ In this episode of The Optimistic Fan Club, we're recapping all of the games from the NFL's Super Wild Card (minus the Bills routing of the Steelers). We're covering Baker Mayfields great performance, why the Eagles should fire Nick Sirianni, why the Cowboys should hire Bill Belichik, Jordan Love's greatness and what people missed about him, why the Chiefs are a major threat in the AFC, and why the Browns defense was not legitimate in many factors this season. Overall, we discuss the Browns need to add skilled ball carriers on the offensive side, and focus on improving vital fundamentals like open field tackling. What did you think of the weekend's NFL games? 0:00 - World's Greatest Intro 0:51 - Daniel Jeremiah Snaked My Take on Puka? 7:18 - Green Bay vs Dallas / Bill B to Cowboys? / Love is Great 13:35 - Chiefs vs Dolphins / Tua's Future / Fraud Stats 19:05 - Eagles vs Bucs / Fire Sirianni / Baker 28:01- Browns vs Texans / Need for MEAN Players / Playmakers Wanted Stock Media provided by dannyj / Pond5

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NFL Wild Card Weekend Picks | Can the Browns Contain CJ Stroud? | Optimistic Fan Club S0 E4

Friday, January 12, 2024 • Duration 34:40

 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimistic-fan-club/id1724973365 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0idoCjSwOCXpa2LyY5Bntn?si=18a41d26484c4cd1 BUY STICKERS: https://optimisticfanclub.com/ Today on the Optimistic Fan Club Show, we're breaking down and giving our predictions for Super Wild Card weekend in the NFL's 2024 playoffs. The Dolphins will play the Chiefs in what might be the coldest game in NFL history, while the lucky lucky Steelers travel to Buffalo for a battle on Lake Erie. Green Bay's Jordan Love will look to upset Dak Prescott and the Cowboys in Dallas, where Mike McCarthy could quietly be coaching his final games barring a Super Bowl appearance. Matt Stafford and Jared Goff will meet in Detroit to settle the score on The Trade. Jalen Hurts will look to salvage a dismal finish to the regular season as they take on the Bucs in Tampa with Baker Mayfield. Finally, or foremost considering they play the first game of Wild Card weekend, the Browns head to Houston to take on rookie sensation CJ Stroud. The Browns have a slew of injuries in key spots, and as of January 11th at 6:40pm, Denzel Ward is questionable to play. How do you think the games will play out? 0:00 - Watch the New Intro 1:20 - Dolphins at Chiefs 7:09 - Steelers at Bills 10:47 - Green Bay at Dallas 14:56 - Rams at Lions 18:09 - Eagles at Bucs 22:57 - Browns at Texans Stock Media provided by dannyj / Pond5

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Amari Cooper LEGACY GAME | Browns vs Texans INSTANT REACTION | The Optimistic Fan Club Podcast

Monday, December 25, 2023 • Duration 13:23

Buy Stickers Here: https://optimisticfanclub.com/ What a game! Amari Cooper just put up the performance of his career! The Browns take down the Texans 36-22 for win 10 of the 2023 season! So many great things to unpack, and some questions to answer after injuries to key pieces like Dustin Hopkins.

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