The Cleveland Browns’ preseason tension extends far beyond the quarterback competition. As frustration builds among fans, analyst Nick Pedone’s scathing critique has captured the growing sentiment that general manager Andrew Berry and head coach Kevin Stefanski are running out of time to prove themselves worthy of leading this franchise.
Why Are Browns Fans Finally Fed Up With Current Leadership?
During a recent segment on 92.3 The Fan, Pedone delivered a message that resonated with Browns faithful across the region. “People are fed up, dude. People are sick of waiting,” he declared, his words carrying the weight of years of disappointed expectations.
“People are fed up. People are sick of waiting. People have had it with this regime. It’s time to start winning some games and it’s time to get serious”
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The anger stems from what many view as wasted opportunities. This leadership duo inherited a roster loaded with talent: Baker Mayfield on a rookie contract, Odell Beckham Jr., Jarvis Landry, Nick Chubb, and Myles Garrett. Despite having these weapons, the Browns have struggled to capitalize on their potential.
Pedone’s frustration boiled over as he referenced analyst Daryl Ruiter’s concerns about the team’s upcoming schedule. “You beat Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh. People are fed up. You mentioned six games, Daryl. Look at the first six. They got to find a way to win some ballgames because people have had it with this regime, and I don’t blame them.”
His message was crystal clear: Browns fans are done making excuses and accepting mediocrity from a regime that had every advantage to succeed.
How Is Shedeur Sanders’ Treatment Exposing Bigger Problems?
Adding fuel to the fire is the ongoing controversy surrounding rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders. The fifth-round pick has reportedly been receiving limited opportunities in practice, with some sessions seeing him work separately from the main group. This approach has caught the attention of national media and raised questions about the Browns’ player development strategy.
On ESPN’s “Get Up,” Mike Greenberg didn’t hold back in his assessment of Cleveland’s handling of Sanders. “Shedeur Sanders was the most under-drafted player that I’ve ever seen,” Greenberg stated emphatically. He continued with a warning that should concern Browns leadership: “If they don’t find a way for Shedeur Sanders to get enough reps to at least show you what he can or can’t do, then that’s a mistake.”
Shedeur Browns QB1. #12 to Start Sooner Than Later
“Shedeur was the most under-drafted player I’ve ever seen. If the Browns don’t find a way for #12 to get enough reps, then that’s a mistake”
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— JaKi (@JaKiTruth) July 24, 2025
This situation represents more than just quarterback management. It reflects broader concerns about whether Berry and Stefanski truly understand how to maximize their roster’s potential. Stefanski, despite earning multiple NFL Coach of the Year honors, now faces mounting pressure to demonstrate that his reputation matches his ability to develop young talent and win crucial games.
The Sanders controversy also highlights a pattern that has frustrated Browns fans: the organization’s apparent reluctance to embrace change and take calculated risks that could accelerate their timeline to success. As Cameron Sheath of PFSN reported, Sanders’ limited opportunities have drawn league-wide attention, suggesting this isn’t just a local Cleveland issue.
As Pedone bluntly stated during his radio segment, “It’s time to start winning some games, and it’s time to get serious.” The early weeks of the 2025-26 season will likely determine whether this leadership team can silence the critics or if the calls for change will only grow louder. With expectations higher than ever and patience running thin, Berry and Stefanski face their most critical test yet in Cleveland.
