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Browns HC search: Tom’s 3 options to fix this mess

Browns HC search: Tom’s 3 options to fix this mess

The Cleveland Browns are well known for cycling through quarterbacks, but no one should sleep on their ability to churn through head coaches.

Under the ownership of Al Lerner and then his son, Randy, the Browns went through five full-time head coaches from 1999 through 2011. Rather than realize that it is a recipe for disaster, current owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam took it as one of those “hold my beer” challenges, and are now searching for their seventh full-time head coach after Monday’s decision to fire Kevin Stefanski.

Having been through this so many times, it should be easy...

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Browns HC search: Matt’s top 3 options include Kliff Kingsbury, potential wildcard

Browns HC search: Matt’s top 3 options include Kliff Kingsbury, potential wildcard

Now that Cleveland has officially moved on from Kevin Stefanski, they could choose to go about finding their next head coach in a variety of different ways. One specific thing that their new head man will absolutely, without a doubt, have to do is find a quarterback.

As Andrew Berry recently said, the team doesn’t know who their starting quarterback will be in 2026, whether they’re already in the organization or outside of it. It seems that whoever they hire as the next head coach will have to be determined to find their ideal candidate almost immediately.

Based on this...

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NFL rules, Browns candidate list may be delaying interviews

NFL rules, Browns candidate list may be delaying interviews

Over 24 hours ago, the Cleveland Browns fired HC Kevin Stefanski. Since then, we’ve discussed that defensive coaches shouldn’t be overlooked, the thought that an offensive mind must be the hire, a player’s wife’s shot at Stefanski, and more. The Browns job may not be highly ranked, but Stefanski sure seems to be in demand.

Around the league, teams are lining up interviews with head coaches and, for those with openings, general manager positions. The Tennessee Titans, New York Giants, and Atlanta Falcons have multiple scheduled or are in the process of being scheduled. Cleveland, the first team to make...

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Kevin Stefanski seems to have pot shot sent his way by Browns player’s wife on his way out the door

Kevin Stefanski seems to have pot shot sent his way by Browns player’s wife on his way out the door

The Cleveland Browns lost 14 games in 2024 and then followed that by losing 12. The NFL is a results-driven league, and 26 notches in the loss column will get anyone unemployed. Like Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski.

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Stefanski remained in Cleveland six years, won two NFL Coach of the Year awards, finished with a regular-season win-loss record of 45-56, and never sniffed a Super Bowl appearance.

He was said to be a player’s coach and had the locker room. Stefanski is well-respected around the league and will get another job without an issue,...

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The Browns’ new head coach must be offensive-minded

The Browns’ new head coach must be offensive-minded

With Kevin Stefanski’s departure, the Cleveland Browns will most certainly be bringing in a wide range of candidates to interview and find the next head coach of this team. They could pursue a coach with head coaching experience or take a chance on someone who brings a fresh perspective without prior head coaching baggage. Additionally, they will need to decide whether they want an offensive or defensive-minded head coach.

Given the weaknesses of the Browns’ current roster, it makes the most sense to hire an offense-minded head coach. Cleveland’s offense has been a limiting factor in recent seasons, making it...

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Daily Dawg Chow 1/6; Kevin Stefanski fired, Andrew Berry retained

Daily Dawg Chow 1/6; Kevin Stefanski fired, Andrew Berry retained

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Browns GM: Starting QB for 2026 is still an unknown

Browns GM: Starting QB for 2026 is still an unknown

Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry acknowledged on Monday what everyone who watched the team play this season already knew full well.

No, it’s not how difficult it is to win with an ownership group that can’t get out of its own way, but rather that the Browns likely do not currently have a viable NFL-level starting quarterback at their disposal. (They don’t, but let’s give them the benefit of the doubt for just a moment.)

That won’t be Kevin Stefanski’s problem anymore after he was “relieved of his duties” earlier in the day. But the new guy who will...

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Browns defense a part of history in Week 18 vs Bengals

Browns defense a part of history in Week 18 vs Bengals

The Cleveland Browns’ defense could have crumbled a few weeks ago, but instead, they stepped up in the final two weeks of the season, playing as hungry as you can get for a once- 3-12 team, to finish with two straight wins. Things were a little rough early on against the Bengals, but they, despite being banged up mid-game at the cornerback position, they stuck through things. The two defensive touchdowns on back-to-back drives helped key a 20-18 victory.

Below, we analyze the snap counts and stats on defense for the Cleveland Browns’ Week 18 game against the Cincinnati Bengals...

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Cleveland Browns offense was bound to get someone fired in Week 18 vs Bengals

Cleveland Browns offense was bound to get someone fired in Week 18 vs Bengals

The Cleveland Browns’ offense had another rough day, as they were held to 200 yards of offense and couldn’t sustain drives against a defense that was, at one point this season, on a historically-bad stretch. However, Cleveland did have two notable offensive drives: a seven-minute drive to begin the second half (leading to a field goal), and then a game-winning field goal drive inside of two minutes. With the change at head coach on Monday, though, it’s clear the offense will be significantly upgraded this offseason.

Below, we analyze the snap counts and stats on offense for the Cleveland Browns’...

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Former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski has multiple teams lined up for his services

Former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski has multiple teams lined up for his services

That old saying, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” is often very true in the NFL. Whether it is NFL free agency, trades, or in the coaching carousel, teams are often recycling pieces that failed to stick with another team for one reason or another.

As was predicted multiple times over the last few months, hours after the Cleveland Browns moved on from HC Kevin Stefanski, the now former Browns coach was being treasured by other teams. The New York Giants have long been connected as a possible landing spot for the six-year Cleveland coach, so it was no...

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Browns head coaching search: These defensive-minded options should not be overlooked

Browns head coaching search: These defensive-minded options should not be overlooked

Everyone who has met former Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski likes him. He is personable and well-liked. Stefanski is respected in NFL circles, and it should not take him long to find a coordinator job with another club.

Or, he just might slide into another head coaching position. Numerous media outlets have projected that between four and six head coaches will lose their positions today on “Black Monday.”

Before the end of this season, the New York Football Giants and Tennessee Titans fired their head man, and the Atlanta Falcons did not wait until Black Monday to ax head coach...

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NFL coaching carousel: Where Browns job ranks after Kevin Stefanski is fired

NFL coaching carousel: Where Browns job ranks after Kevin Stefanski is fired

For the first time in over half a decade (which is a long time around these parts), the Cleveland Browns are back on the NFL coaching carousel after firing HC Kevin Stefanski. The team’s announcement included that GM Andrew Berry would remain in his position and that the Browns have a plan for the needs on offense going forward.

Cleveland is not alone in seeking candidates for their head coaching vacancy. The Tennessee Titans and New York Giants fired their coaches during the season, the Atlanta Falcons made a number of changes Sunday night, which was then followed by the...

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