Jackson responds to firing from Browns
Hue Jackson appeared on ESPN Friday to discuss his recent firing as the Cleveland Browns’ head coach.
Fired Browns coach Hue Jackson on Friday disputed owner Jimmy Haslam's assertion there was "internal discord" on the coaching staff.
Jackson was dismissed by Haslam on Monday after going 3-36-1 over two-plus seasons. The owner cited a personality clash as the main reason he fired his fourth coach in six years along with offensive coordinator Todd Haley. While appearing on ESPN on Friday, Jackson acknowledged he didn't win nearly enough and said any disagreements he had with Haley or other assistants were nothing beyond what's normal in the NFL.
Jackson said he doesn't regret hiring Haley, but felt he was "on the clock" and needed to bring in a qualified play caller after going 1-15 and 0-16 in his first two seasons. Jackson feels that ultimately the decision to let him go was to protect rookie quarterback and former Oklahoma star Baker Mayfield, who may finally end the franchise's search for a long-term QB.
"I think when you really stop to look at it, it's truly really about Baker Mayfield," Jackson said. "I think they want to do everything they can to put him in a situation. You got the first pick of the draft, who I think is going to be a franchise quarterback who is going to be a sensational player, and he's not playing as well. So again, here is a perfect storm to move forward and move on. And I have to respect the decision that they made."
Redskins rule out OL Williams vs. Falcons
The Washington Redskins have ruled out former Oklahoma tackle Trent Williams for their game Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.
Wide receiver Jamison Crowder and running back Chris Thompson were also ruled out.
Coach Jay Gruden says Williams is considered week to week after having thumb surgery, Crowder will miss his fourth consecutive game with an ankle injury and Thompson is out after injuring his ribs.
Chargers RB Gordon questionable against Seahawks
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon is questionable for Sunday's game at Seattle.
Gordon missed the Chargers' last game on Oct. 21 in London against Tennessee due to a hamstring injury.