While Browns ownership has already stated head coach Hue Jackson will return in 2018, new general manager John Dorsey recently sidestepped a question on Jackson’s future, and his response engendered more questions about Jackson’s fate. However, when asked directly today if Jackson will stay on as Cleveland’s head coach, Dorsey was more definitive, telling 92.3 FM “I think ownership has already spoken on that,” per Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com.
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“Hue and I have a really good relationship,” Dorsey said. “First off, I think ownership has said that Hue would be back. With that, I’m excited to work with him here. I’ve been really impressed with how Hue messages to the players. I’ve always thought that head coaches should be leader of men, and when I watch Hue talk to the team and how hard guys play for him, that’s exciting.”
Despite repeated statements from Browns ownership, there was a “persistent sense” in league circles that Dorsey would attempt to hire his own head coach. Most general managers are able to choose a new head coach, and few would blame Dorsey for firing Jackson, who has posted a 1-29 record in Cleveland. But both owner Jimmy Haslam and Dorsey now appear to be on the same page regarding Jackson’s 2018 status with the Browns.
Despite his lackluster record, Jackson is reportedly in demand in at least one other AFC North city, as the Bengals may have interest in hiring Jackson to replace Marvin Lewis. Jackson, however, said today that he will not pursue the Cincinnati job if/when Lewis is fired.
Browns head coach has the be the least desirable job in sports. Only someone desperate for a hc gig would go there.
It’s close between Cleveland and Cincy
Cincy has made playoffs 7x in since Marvin Lewis took over, as opposed to the Browns?Not even close
Jackson can only get better from here…
Just wait until Dorsey does something he doesn’t like.
I think basically they are using Jackson as a placeholder until the dumpster fire is contained a little more. It will always be burning, forever, but maybe for the next guy a QB and RB will be there to fan the flames.
If anybody wants to ruin their career then join the Browns. Dorsey will find out sooner than later.
I like how a 1-29 record is “lackluster.”
Yes, it lacks a little luster.
I enjoyed the way you responded to your own comment. 🙂
They just said that Hue was returning – did they say as head coach? Maybe downgrade him to OC and pick your HC?
Sure, and how’s the offense he’s already calling working out?
Hue needs to go……like yesterday.
Just don’t see the logic keeping a coach with his record? Saying he won’t try for cincy job is a joke who would want him outside of Cleveland?