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Zac Jackson and Friends

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Cleveland Browns
NFL
Deshaun Watson
College Football
Dallas Cowboys
New York Giants
Ohio State Buckeyes
Injuries
Jacksonville Jaguars
Nick Chubb
Minnesota Vikings
Running Back
Linebacker
Preseason Roster Cuts
Miles Garrett
Amari Cooper
Kevin Stefanski
Training Camp
Ryan Day
Trevor Lawrence

Zac Jackson from The Athletic and a rotating cast of his friends talk ball. Yes, a lot of Cleveland Browns -- but also the Ohio State Buckeyes, the NFL as a whole, the changing landscape of college sports and probably some Cavs and Guardians, too.

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Latest Episodes

For the Browns, it's as bad as it looks. The numbers are bad. The drops are bad. The whole thing just seems...sunk. Listen to Zac Jackson go through the numbers, what Mike Tomlin knows and what the rest of us see. Happy Wednesday! Hosted by Simplecas... more

The Browns and their completely inept offense got steamrolled in Pittsburgh Sunday. It was over immediately, and it frankly doesn't seem fixable. Join Zac Jackson for a run through what happened, why it got so bad and the unsurprising reasons it seem... more

Shocked? Frustrated? Actually excited about this team's future? The Browns have made two surprising trades since returning from London and seem poised to put Bailey Zappe ahead of Shedeur Sanders in this week's QB rotation. Zac Jackson takes you thro... more

Zac Jackson talks the news of the day: Joe Flacco to Cincinnati in the first ever Browns-Bengals trade. Plus, what's ailing the Browns' offense certainly isn't a one person or one phase problem and a combo conversation with The Growler pod and Paul D... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Kamrani
College Football Writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: What We Do And Don't Know About Dillon Gabriel
Colton Pouncy
Covers the Detroit Lions for The Athletic, co-host of the Welcome to Detroit podcast
The Athletic
Episode: Rapid Rundown: Browns at Lions
Scott DiBenedetto
Former Browns scout, writer for Fantasy Points and Draft Wire
Fantasy Points, Draft Wire
Episode: Closing GB Thoughts + Planning Ahead with Scott DiBenedetto
Matt Schneidman
Sports journalist from The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Rapid Rundown: Browns vs. Packers
Jeff Zrebiec
Colleague at The Athletic who covers the Ravens
The Athletic
Episode: Previewing Browns - Ravens with Jeff Zrebiec
Joe Thomas
Hall of Fame tackle for the Cleveland Browns
Crown Royal
Episode: Football's Back + Browns Optimism with Joe Thomas
Jason Doepke
Founder of Intelligent DFS, expert in daily fantasy sports and strategies.
Intelligent DFS
Episode: Getting Ready For Sunday And The Season
Steve Helwagen
Ohio State historian, senior writer for Bucknuts
Bucknuts
Episode: Ready For Some Ohio State Football?
Cameron Teague Robinson
Ohio State writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Ready For Some Ohio State Football?

Host

Zac Jackson
Host of Zac Jackson and Friends, known for his engaging sports commentary and insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 737 ratings
  • Short and Essential

    Zac is tapped in on all things Browns. His podcast is short and crisp with blunt analysis. Don’t have much time? Want a no-nonsense perspective on the Browns? This is for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Verbal_Math
    United States2 months ago
  • Crack One Open and Sit Back

    You not want to hear it. You may not believe it. But Zac will give you the unfiltered truth regarding Cleveland sports. The honesty is refreshing and this isn’t just straight negativity. Zac gives kudos when deserved and will even admit he’s wrong. Grab some Swenson’s, crack one open, and give it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earthquake Stan
    United States2 months ago
  • Outstanding podcast

    Zac is the best Browns beat writer out there, so this is an awesome platform for him to expound upon his Browns work and touch on non-Browns topics. Some podcasts are better with guests, or without guests, but I believe Zac adapts well to the type of show he releases. This is a staple of my podcast rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrBoesch
    United States3 months ago
  • Zac Jackson 1.0: What real, is

    Best podcast for regional sports, hands down. Don’t be mad if you don’t like the truth. Fair and objective and a must listen. Keep up the great work and thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BenBrugs
    United States3 months ago
  • Unfiltered Truths

    You not want to hear it. You may not believe it. But Zac will give you the unfiltered truth regarding Cleveland sports. The honesty is refreshing and this isn’t just straight negativity. Zac gives kudos when deserved (not his fault we’re burdened with one of the worst owner in sports).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earthquake Tan
    United States5 months ago

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Zac offers blunt and honest analysis, keeping it concise and engaging for fans.
Overall, the podcast maintains a positive reputation for its in-depth analysis of Cleveland sports.
Listeners appreciate his straightforward approach to sports commentary, noting its refreshing honesty.
Listener reviews emphasize a passion for local teams, with many enjoying the connection to Northeast Ohio during discussions.
Despite some critiques regarding certain guests or content depth, many find the discussions insightful and relatable.

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Talking Points

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What We Do And Don't Know About Dillon Gabriel
Q: What can you tell us about Dillon Gabriel's journey to the NFL?
Dillon Gabriel's journey has been unique, marked by his commitment to personal growth and leadership. He invested in a minivan to support teammates, showcasing his character.
Rapid Rundown: Browns vs. Packers
Q: Is there a feeling in the Packers locker room that they are the best team in the league?
Yes, but narratives can change quickly based on game outcomes.
Let's Not Declare The Browns Dead Yet (Even Though They Probably Are)
Q: What really stands out as an area that just has to be better for them to have any chance?
Lance highlights the need for significant improvement in special teams and run blocking on first down to have a chance of success moving forward.
Let's Not Declare The Browns Dead Yet (Even Though They Probably Are)
Q: On the list of offensive issues, how high is guys simply not getting open?
Lance observes that not getting open is a significant issue, and that key players need to be set up for success to improve their chances.
Let's Not Declare The Browns Dead Yet (Even Though They Probably Are)
Q: Put this in football speak and say it better than I can. How much trouble are you in when Roquan Smith and Kyle Hamilton are able to just sit and read and react and then go blow your plays up?
Lance explores how the lack of effective blocking and communication has led to Ravens players dominating the Browns' offensive plays.

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1. Chris Kamrani
2. Colton Pouncy
3. Scott DiBenedetto
4. Matt Schneidman
5. Jeff Zrebiec
6. Joe Thomas
7. Jason Doepke
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