Cleveland legend Jim Brown is getting a bigger role with the Browns

It's no secret that it's been a tough couple decades years to be a Browns fan, but with the arrival of new coach Hue Jackson comes new optimism. And as we learned Thursday it isn't just Jackson who will be a strong presence in Cleveland, but Browns legend Jim Brown as well.

Brown has worked with the team for years, but with Jackson in town, he will take on an expanded role with the organization in a liaison's role.

Here is Jackson explaining the relationship to Cleveland.com:

Brown expanded his role a step further.

For the first time in a long time, it seems like things are headed in the right direction for the Browns.