The Cleveland Browns fired head coach Hue Jackson Monday morning in his third season with the team.
Browns fired Hue Jackson, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 29, 2018
Hue Jackson had this and next year remaining on his contract. So the Browns will be contractually obligated to him through 2019 season. But Cleveland is now back in the HC market.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 29, 2018
Well, I think it’s safe to say we all knew it was only a matter of time before Jackson was shown the door. He didn’t win a single game last season, and had only won two so far this season. It was about time a move was made. It’s the NFL. You can’t wait forever to start winning, especially after drafting quarterback Baker Mayfield with the top pick. (RELATED: Cleveland Browns Snap Shocking Cold Streak Involving Johnny Manziel)
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According to Ian Rapoport, the owner of the Browns wanted to keep him. The general manager didn’t. It’s interesting the owner didn’t win out on this one, but they must feel there’s certainly a better upgrade out there waiting for them.
As of early this morning, the #Browns could have gone one of two ways: Make a change at OC or make a change at head coach. Owner Jimmy Haslam sounded like he wanted to keep Hue Jackson. GM John Dorsey wanted to move on. In the end, they moved on from Hue Jackson.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 29, 2018
Jackson now leaves the organization with the abysmal record of 3-36-1. That has to be one of the worst coaching percentages in the history of sports. Absolutely awful.
Hue Jackson’s head coaching career in Cleveland ends with a 3-36-1 record.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) October 29, 2018
Well, it was a fun ride, Hue! It feels like we hardly even knew you before you were shown the door in under three seasons. Better luck to the next team to take a chance on you!