Sunday the Browns beat the Bucs in overtime, 23-17 and it was a nice win.  Also at the end of the game it marked the end of the Jacoby Brissett era in Cleveland.  There is no doubt he played quite well in his role here.  But with this coaching staffs decisions, and a very questionable defense the Browns went 4-7 with him at the controls. 

There are those that say he should have been 7-4, but I disagree.  You are what your record is.  Granted, the Browns blew a few, but we are all in this together, decisions, defense, missed kicks and all.  History -  and a long one says that Brissett wins one and loses two over the course of his entire career, and that's what he did here.  His skill set is fine, but fine gets you average results, we've learned that over many years here. He is a first class backup, but I feel after this season his time is done here, as he will never see the field again once the new QB hits the field.  But, this season without his darn good play, we are not 2-9.   He has earned a chance to play full-time somwhere else next season.

The Browns Sunday did many of the same things they do every week.  They ran the ball well, and for some amazing reason the head coach sort of stuck with it - but only when he needed too.  Although there was about 70% of the game between the first drive and last couple where he forgot about Nick Chubb again.  The Browns also protected the football, and that is impressive for a mediocre team. They have for the most part all season.  They made a few big plays like always, but got the really insane play they generally don't make when Njoku made possibly the seasons best catch to tie the game. It may be the single best, most important catch for the Browns since they returned in 1999.  It kept the Browns slim post-season hopes on life support

But the reason the Browns beat Brady and the Bucs were because of the things they generally DON'T do, as they were the absolute keys to this win.  No order, but they finally got some big plays from Myles Garrett -  when it mattered -  late in the game.  They didn't get gashed in the running game as has been the rule all season long.  In fairness, the Bucs were missing their best 240 pound veteran running back, but injuries are a part of it, and the Browns got a break there.  Plus, the Bucs seemed disinterested in the running game which was I feel a big mistake.  Some youngsters played very well for the Browns on defense, and Brady had a bad game. They also got a TD from a high draft pick from 2 years ago, his second ever.  Add it up and it's a Browns win.

You see good things can happen for this team when it gets out of its own way.  Stefansky kept the bozoic in game decisions to a minimum and that helped.  Chubb, when called on was great as he's the key to any offensive success.  Badly timed penalties were few and the Browns maybe for the first time all season seemed to play with a sense of togetherness that has been lacking for 10 weeks.  I think the players affection for Brissett was a big deal too.  He played well for the Browns all season long, and there was a pride thing in that, and that was good to see.  But conversely, we gotta stop missing easy field goals, which is becoming all to frequent.

So where do the Browns go from here?  It's a new day with an expensive QB who has not played in over 700 days. They are 4-7 with 6 to go.  They lose the Wild Card Tie Breaker with 5 teams right now and are three games behind in the division, with three division games to go.  They pretty much have to win out to think about the playoffs.  But I hope that's not on their minds right now today. What they need to think about is Houston Sunday.  The Texans are terrible, and this should be a bunny for the Browns.

But hold the phone...This is a game that we learn a whole lot about the Browns.  We all know they have lost to a number of playoff contending teams this season, and the Texans are not.  But what Texans are - they are at home, they are due for a win, and they have no love loss for our new dripping money QB that once was theirs and that of course ended badly sending that franchise into a tailspin they are still trying to steer out of.  But they are getting a huge boost from a ton of our first round draft picks. In short, they are motivated.

The Browns should win this easily, just like the Jets.....oh wait...the Falcons.....um OK....the Patriots... Fine!!   Remember too how we were going to blow out Baker and the Panthers week one and sack him 6 times?  Miracle win.  This is a layup too, but the Texans will be ready but more than likely do not have the horses.  Stefansky to me will have to coach his smartest game this season, and not be all giddy with the new QB and be stupid within the game and take defeat from the jaws of victory.

And remember, the Texans, this is their Superbowl, they are motivated,  and they get paid too.

Sunday The Beautiful Windy and I were putting up the pre-strung artificial Christmas Tree at the house and some of the lights were not working. We were bummed. 

So Windy went online and found this thing. I ran to Lowes and picked it up and it worked!  It fixes stings of lights that are damaged.  It's called the Lightkeeper Pro.  You follow the directions and it fixes the issues.

In fairness, it didn't fix EVERYTHING, but it did repair the lights we wanted fixed and we are good to go!  It did NOT fix all the lights, but it did a great job!

So after the two outrageous snow storms we had last year and getting stuck on my street almost right in front of my house, I was tired of doing the thing depicted in the picture above. I went out Friday afternoon and bought a snow blower! My mom went with me to see if we could fit it in her SUV to get it home...but nope! 

So, we're at Home Depot at Chapel Hill and not sure how we're getting this purchase back to my house. They didn't have any rental trucks available at the moment. Luckily, this really nice guy stopped by. At first to see if we could get the snow blower in my mom's car, but then he offered to take it for us in his pickup to my house himself!!! We are so thankful for his help!

Big shoutout to Tim from Akron for taking time out of your day to help us out...that was so nice and much appreciated!!!! Not sure what we would've done without you :). Have a happy holiday season!

As the resident, WQMX Professional Wrestling Fan this Saturday Night should be... Dare I say "ucey".

Survivor Series WarGames is  going to be another line in the sand for these groups that have become so popular in WWE.

Saturday Night without any surprises on Friday Night Smackdown is setting up like this card wise:

(***remember these are just my guesses, nothing concrete about any of this.***)  

Women's WarGames Match: Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss, Asuka, Mia Yim, and TBD (Sasha/Naomi/Charolette/Beth Phoenix/??) vs. Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky), Nikki Cross and Rhea Rhipley. (Depending who shows but I'm going Damage Control)

Men's WarGames Match: Bloodline vs. The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland and Butch), Drew McIntyre, and Kevin Owens. (Bloodline wins but the 1's aren't looking like it...  they are looking a little... u..y that is Ugly not Ucey.)

WWE Smackdown Women's Championship: Ronda Rousey vs Shotzi  (Ronda Rousey takes this one.)

United States Championship Triple Threat: Seth Rollins vs. Bobby Lashley vs. Austin Theory (Rollins pulls this one out look for Brock Lesnar to maybe show up, just sayin.)

Regular Match: AJ Styles vs. Finn Balor  (there is no way there isn't help in this match with O.C. and The Judgement Day.)

There is one time of year that you can let it all hang out!   Carrie Underwood inspires a Thanksgiving Fashion or necessity for the season.  Enjoy the family, friends, seconds and leftovers!!!  Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at 94.9 WQMX.

It was two weeks ago that I talked about picking up the leaves in my yard. Well after passing over a few BEAUTIFUL 70 degree days to do it, I FINALLY picked up my leaves Tuesday afternoon!

It was sunny and around 50 degrees. I wore my coat and was plenty warm. As I said, I just used my lawn mower to mulch them and then spread them around the flower beds in the backyard. So simple! Just glad I got it done on a day where it was still somewhat decent to be outside!

We are lucky that we are located so close to greatness in Northeast Ohio.  The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton.

Every year there is a new batch of players that looking to receive a Gold Jacket.  It's a prestigious honor of being named one of the best to ever play.

This year, the 28 modern day semifinalists for the Class of 2023 are headlined by a few big names and one of the biggest is a Cleveland Brown. 

Joe Thomas is up for induction and there is no way Joe shouldn't be an automatic in.   There are the likes of Darrelle Revis, Dwight Freeney, Andre Johnson, London Fletcher, Steve Smith Sr., Hines Ward, Reggie Wayne, Former Kent State Player James Harrison and many more.   All great players but none them ironman status of Joe Thomas that consecutive snaps record of 10,363 alone as a lineman at his position...  There is no way, they could deny him.  Right?

Out of the 28 semifinalists they will cut to 15 finalists and then Inductees will be announced February 9th...  

Hello all!

Since this Thursday is Thanksgiving, I figured I'd move Trailer Thursday up to Trailer Tuesday!

Today's trailer is the new trailer for Avatar: The Way of Water coming out next month! This trailer premiered last night during Monday night football!

Confession time: I'm not gonna see this one (most likely) but that doesn't mean that it isn't highly anticipated! The animation looks great.

Check out the trailer below!

Who is Babs? Well, if you don't know, she is someone you need to follow on Instagram because she has the best tips and tricks for any occasion! I used her method for removing seeds from the pumpkins we were going to carve and all I could say was thank you, Babs!

She has been posting a bunch of tips for Thanksgiving! "Babs Gobble Gobble Guide" posts are great ideas like how much food to serve and the easiest way to send guests home with leftovers. She shares recipes and even has a cookbook! And I love her guide to a stress-free Thanksgiving:

 

 

 

 

 

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Happy Thanksgiving and happy entertaining!!

This will probably make you think I weirder than you already do. I have STRANGE dreams sometimes, and they can be funny!!! 

Once, I dreamed that I had a werewolf tied to a chair in my basement. Another time, I dreamed that I was at baseball fantasy camp with a teacher of mine from middle school, run by Don Mattingly in Australia. One day after camp was over, we were driving all over the place looking for the best Mexican food in all of Australia!! lol

My latest happened just yesterday! I was at the zoo just hanging out on a bench. Out of nowhere, the tigers got into a huge fight and then a gorilla got involved! These tigers and gorilla broke loose and many animals escaped! Then there was a HUGE explosion! In the chaos, an orangutan sat down next to me. I leaned over and said to him/her "A lot going over there, huh?"...and I woke up.

I have no idea where they come from, but I do remember many of my dreams. They provide me with many laughs! Sweet dreams :)