Zac Jackson and Friends

Zac Jackson goes over the state of the Browns' roster with Labor Day Weekend directly ahead. Later, he's joined by ClevTA of ClevAnalytics.com for a discussion on what the numbers say about the Browns, the best strategies for surviving your survivor pools and where you might put a few dollars in the NFL futures market a week ahead of the 2025 season.

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2025

Zac Jackson has a fast reaction to the Browns-Raiders trade involving Kenny Pickett. The Browns probably felt they had to do it for multiple reasons, including value and clarity. Plus, some thoughts on the latest round Shedeur Madness.

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

Zac Jackson discusses the state of the Cleveland Browns at the end of the preseason. What's encouraging? What's alarming? Why did Shedeur Sanders stink up the joint? Who's going to the kicker? All these things are worth exploring, in this episode and going forward.

Transcribed - Published: 24 August 2025

Zac Jackson talks with Browns rookie linebacker Carson Schwesinger on his fast rise and fast adjustment to the NFL. Also, Zac has some thoughts on Myles Garrett, Shedeur Sanders and some potential Browns roster moves.

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

Zac Jackson on the Browns' QB announcement, why he thinks all four will make the active roster and some of the clear roster priorities with the cut to the regular-season size of 53 just one week away.

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

Zac Jackson recaps the Browns' week in Philadelphia and Dillon Gabriel's first preseason start. What changed? What are areas of concern? How did the Browns get better -- and what did Gabriel mean during his sideline interview when he said there are entertainers and there are competitors? Zac goes over it all.

Transcribed - Published: 17 August 2025

The Browns have wrapped two days of joint practices with the Super Bowl champion Eagles. There are some off-field headlines, too. Zac Jackson goes over them all and gives you insight into what happened on the practice field.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Day 1 is in the books for the Browns in Philly, and Shedeur Sanders' injury is the news of the day. Zac Jackson has a practice recap and also some big-picture opinions on why patience remains the right play for both the Browns and Sanders.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

Zac Jackson discusses the growth of the Browns' offense, then hosts an in-depth conversation with Lance Reisland of Cleveland.com on how the Browns can attack opponents, what Lance has seen from the quarterbacks in camp and what's so exciting about the Browns testing themselves vs. the Eagles in Philadelphia on Wednesday and Thursday.

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2025

Zac Jackson goes over Shedeur Sanders' night in Charlotte. Not perfect but impressive, wasn't it? Get insights from the press box, postgame locker room and immediate aftermath of a performance that -- regardless of where you previously stood -- had to leave you wanting to see more of Sanders.

Transcribed - Published: 9 August 2025

Zac Jackson delivers a third podcast from the Browns' stay in Charlotte. He talks Friday night preseason expectations for Shedeur Sanders, the myth of "holding the Browns accountable," Joe Flacco's wisdom and which players besides Sanders have plenty at stake Friday night.

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

The Browns and Panthers held a joint practice Wednesday morning. Shedeur Sanders will start Friday night's preseason game, but that did not factor in the puzzling practice plan Wednesday. Also, some thoughts on Joe Flacco, Myles Garrett and more.

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

Zac Jackson checks in ahead of the Browns' joint practice in Carolina with a rundown on the quarterback situation and some truths on Shedeur Sanders as it relates to Friday's preseason opener and Sanders' overall development.

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2025

Zac Jackson tackles the Browns' quarterback uncertainty and competition, then dives into some other issues ahead of the start of the third week of training camp. Joe Flacco is the clear leader for now, but it's still too early for final judgments.

Transcribed - Published: 3 August 2025

Zac Jackson shares some impressions of the Browns' first seven training camp practices and then tackles the truth about Shedeur Sanders' first NFL training camp: he's just fine -- and he's right on schedule.

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

Zac Jackson runs through some highs and lows from the first four days of Browns training camp, then talks with Pro Bowl guard Wyatt Teller about the team's mindset, Teller's football journey and more.

Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2025

Zac Jackson on two days of Browns training camp: Joe Flacco as QB1, Shedeur Sanders as QB4, major questions at running back and Jordan Hicks chooses to retire. Click in and catch up.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

Zac Jackson runs through some of the key storylines of Browns training camp and outlines the itinerary for the start of camp and the four-man quarterback competition. Is this the start of something? Or just the start of a march towards admitting it's a rebuild?

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

Zac Jackson talks with interim Kent State football coach Mark Carney about Carney's Cleveland roots, his coaching journey and the challenges that lie directly ahead for a Kent State team that's won one game in two years and faces a schedule that includes Florida State, Texas Tech and Oklahoma.

Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2025

Zac Jackson is joined by Scott Petrak of the Chronicle Telegram and Brownszone for a quick trip down memory lane. Ahead of the 2025 summer training camp competition, Zac and Scott draft their favorite Browns quarterback moments from the team's new era. What a long, strange trip it's been.

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

Zac Jackson is joined by Ohio University mens basketball coach Jeff Boals for a discussion on the state of college basketball. Jeff's long path through the coaching ranks and what is necessary for college sports to continue to thrive.

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

Dan Labbe of Cleveland.com joins Zac Jackson for a pre-training camp discussion on the strengths and weaknesses of the Browns' roster, early quarterback rep predictions and a rundown of what's worth watching when camp officially opens later this month.

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

Zac Jackson is joined by Anthony Lima of 92.3 The Fan for a discussion on everything from LeBron James to the state of journalism to the awkward future -- LeBron or not -- facing the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2025

Zac Jackson talks Cavs' summertime business, the Browns' pending move to Brook Park and some podcast business. Your feedback on what and who you want to hear is welcome.

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2025

Zac Jackson is joined by legendary running back and new Bowling Green State University head football coach Eddie George for a discussion on how he got here, what happens when a football player has to think about a post-football career and why he's so excited for his new challenge in Northwest Ohio.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

Zac Jackson runs through everything he saw at Browns minicamp, the state of the quarterback competition and the impressive start by Shedeur Sanders. Where do things go once training camp begins? We shall see.

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

Zac Jackson and Ty Dunne of GoLongTD.com share Browns quarterback and offseason observations. Zac also discusses Nick Chubb's likely signing with Houston and what to expect in this week's minicamp.

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Zac Jackson on the state of the Browns' quarterback competition, some practice observations and how to gauge the roster in some key spots right now -- emphasis on right now. It's June.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Zac Jackson and Jason Lloyd of The Athletic share early Browns OTA observations on Joe Flacco, Shedeur Sanders and Dawand Jones, then talk the disappointing end to the Cleveland Cavaliers' season and what might be next for the Cavs.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

Zac Jackson talks the Browns' first open OTA practice: what we can learn from it, what we would never actually learn from a May football practice and why the QB competition is actually two different competitions.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Zac Jackson talks about the depressing Cavaliers, the mix of optimism and reality involved with the Browns' ongoing quarterback competition and why it's OK to get excited about spring football and Shedeur Sanders -- just not overly excited right now.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

Zac Jackson weighs in on the state of the wild Cavs-Pacers series after three games, then runs through some impressions of Shedeur Sanders and others from the first day of Browns rookie minicamp.

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2025

Zac Jackson and Joe Vardon, Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic, go back and forth on Cavs-Pacers, the Cavs' ceiling, the wild start to the NBA Playoffs and fancy Akron restaurants.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

Zac Jackson and Mike Fuline talk the Browns' 2025 draft class and the impossible to predict quarterback competition. Later, they look ahead to Cavs-Pacers and discuss if the Cavs can realistically win the NBA title (spoiler alert: yes).

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

Zac Jackson runs through all seven of the Browns' draft selections, analyzing the head-scratchers and the smartest picks. What's ahead for this team, the quarterbacks and the folks trying to keep their jobs? Right now, that's hard to say.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Zac Jackson gives a thumbs up to the Browns acquiring Mason Graham and a 2026 first-round pick from Jacksonville. What's next? What's of concern? Check out Zac's late night ramble.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

Zac Jackson goes down Memory Lane on some Browns' drafts of the pasts and goes through his favorite speciality players in this draft, starting with the likely pick at No. 2: Travis Hunter.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Zac Jackson talks recent quarterback draft history, potential Browns trades in each of the first three rounds and then runs through his favorite defensive players, starting with Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Zac Jackson talks the Browns' public love affair with Travis Hunter and Joe Flacco's return, then runs through some of his favorite offensive players in this draft in the first of a three-part favorite prospects series.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

Zac Jackson talks Joe Flacco's return to Cleveland and then talks Jaxson Dart with Sam Hutchens, Ole Miss beat writer for Clarion-Ledger, as the countdown to the draft continues.

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2025

Zac Jackson talks quarterback draft strategies with Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News and Talkin' Ball Podcast. What do you really believe at this point of the pre-draft process? That's up to you.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Zac Jackson talks Colorado pro day, Jimmy Haslam's strong words at the owners meetings and what's left for the Browns now that it's April. Scott Procter of DNVR joins the podcast to talk Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Zac Jackson talks the Browns' ongoing quarterback search, the pro day circuit and the start of the NFL annual meeting. No one on the outside really knows anything right now....but there are some fair guesses.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2025

Zac Jackson on the Browns' value-shopping, the importance of pro days and the ongoing search for any kind of help at quarterback.

Transcribed - Published: 22 March 2025

Myles Garrett has the mega-extension he always wanted. What changed for Garrett and the Browns? What's next for the Browns in their ongoing remake? Zac Jackson explores the storylines surrounding the surprise change of direction.

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2025

Zac Jackson talks the start of free agency for the Browns and another QB restructure, then talks the Bills' potential interest in Myles Garrett with Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

Zac Jackson talks Myles Garrett, Cam Ward and the Indy rumor mill, then is joined by Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic for a discussion on the QB draft class and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

Zac Jackson talks Browns offseason priorities, realities and what really goes on at the NFL Scouting Combine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Zac Jackson is joined by Ben Axelrod of Awful Announcing for a discussion on the state of sports media, Browns apathy and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Zac Jackson is joined by native Clevelander and Fox Sports broadcaster John Fanta for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of the Browns, Fanta's fast rise through the broadcasting ranks and why Cleveland is so special to him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025