# @cincinnatibearcats on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=pjJtaSKSUTQ
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/66593735-cincinnatibearcats-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/9c7ba310a4.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-06-01T17:15:05.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Cincinnati Bearcats (@cincinnatibearcats) — https://gondola.cc/cincinnatibearcats

## Caption

In this episode of 4 Claps, Cincinnati linebacker Jonathan Thompson sits down with linebackers coach Cortney Braswell for a conversation that goes far beyond football.

The two discuss everything from offseason workouts, film study habits, recruiting, player development, and the evolution of Thompson's career at Cincinnati. Coach Braswell shares stories from his coaching journey, including lessons learned from playing and coaching at multiple levels of football, while Thompson reflects on the moments that helped shape him into one of the leaders of the Bearcats defense.

The conversation also dives into the importance of preparation, building relationships within a position room, creating a championship culture, and why embracing discomfort is essential for growth. Along the way, they swap stories about travel, childhood sports memories, favorite workouts, football aesthetics, and the unique bond that exists between coaches and players.

Topics include:
• Jonathan Thompson's growth as a linebacker
• The mindset behind elite film study
• Cincinnati's linebacker room culture
• Recruiting and player leadership
• Coach Braswell's travel adventures around the world
• Strength and conditioning challenges
• Why relationships matter in football
• Looking ahead to the 2026 season

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## Stats

- **Views:** 400
- **Likes:** 13
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 0

## Tags

4claps, bearcats, cincinnatifootball, collegefootball, big12football, gobearcats

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