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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 […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

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. […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 7 reads

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 5 reads

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Browns plan a ‘heavy investment’ into the offense for 2026

The Cleveland Browns did the easy part on Monday with the firing of head coach Kevin Stefanski after six years and two playoff appearances with the franchise. The difficult part, and one that owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam have repeatedly failed at with Rob Chudzinski, Hue Jackson, and Freddie Kitchens on their résumés, is to […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Browns make decision on HC Kevin Stefanski, GM Andrew Berry futures

The Cleveland Browns have been rumored to be moving on from HC Kevin Stefanski for some time, with rumors including potential trades, the coach himself wanting out, and other teams lining up to speak to him as soon as he becomes available. Two straight wins against AFC North opponents both moved the Browns 2026 NFL […]

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Browns updated 2026 NFL Draft order: Current 1st-round pick after Week 18

With two weeks remaining in the 2025 NFL season, the Cleveland Browns were “fighting” for the top spot in the 2026 NFL draft order. Two wins later, versus AFC North rivals, and the fight was actually on the field, not just for draft positioning. Week 18’s victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, after knocking off the […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Browns’ Kevin Stefanski makes his priorities clear after Cincinnati win

The Cleveland Browns defeated the Cincinnati Bengals today by a score of 20 to 18, and when the game was over Kevin Stefanski was asked a few important questions. His responses to a couple of the questions revealed his overall mindset and thought process right now. As everyone has heard, rumors are swirling about his […]

about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Cleveland Browns 2026 opponents: Home, away matchups confirmed

The 2025 NFL season is now officially over for the Cleveland Browns. On to something bigger and better, starting with the 2026 NFL draft and, now officially, the Browns 2026 schedule of opponents. Cleveland fans will await a final decision on the head coaching position as the first big decision of the offseason. With a […]

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Browns Myles Garrett sets NFL record for single-season sacks

The NFL has a new single-season record holder for sacks, and he is a member of the Cleveland Browns. During the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, defensive end Myles Garrett brought down quarterback Joe Burrow for his 23rd sack of the season. Garrett now stands atop the record board as he […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati Bengals – 4th Quarter discussion

The Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals head into the fourth quarter of their Week 18 match-up with the Browns leading the Bengals 17-12. Highlights from the third quarter include: -Cleveland had a seven-minute drive to start the quarter. It only led to a field goal, but extended their lead to five points. -The Browns […]

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Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati Bengals – 3rd Quarter discussion

The Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals head into the third quarter of their Week 18 match-up with the Browns leading the Bengals 14-12. Highlights from the second quarter include: -The Browns’ offense wasn’t doing anything, but Cleveland added their second defensive touchdown of the day when LB Jerome Baker forced a fumble on TE […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads