The Cleveland Browns had their way with the Cincinnati Bengals this year, sweeping the “Battle of Ohio” contests. In both victories, quarterback Baker Mayfield was very animated, in varying forms, about his disdain for Hue Jackson.
After being fired from Cleveland back in October, Jackson landed with the Bengals. The move made sense for both parties—particularly from a familiarity standpoint, as well as Jackson’s vast experience coaching in the AFC North.
Regardless, Jackson heading to a rival didn’t sit well with the former Heisman Trophy winner. When asked about his beef with Jackson after beating the Bengals back in November, Mayfield made a reference to his former coach being “fake”.