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NFL insider details which head coach the Browns should go after

The dust is settling since the Browns fired head coach Kevin Stefanski after his six years in Cleveland. Stefanski was the offensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings during the 2019 season and later turned around the Browns' offense. But one of Stefanski’s best decisions was to hire defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz in January of 2023.

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1 Day After Firing Kevin Stefanski, Browns Invite Former OC To Interview For Head Coaching Job

Kevin Stefanski had been the steady hand the Cleveland Browns desperately needed, bringing stability to a franchise defined by turnover. But after a most disastrous way to end a 5-12 campaign, the front office decided that the relationship had run its course.

Cleveland Browns News / Stadium Rant / January 7

Postseason Browns Mock Draft: Tackle Or Receiver At No. 6?

With the Cleveland Browns’ 2025 season officially in the books, attention now turns to what the roster could look like in 2026. This year’s draft is very critical to upgrading the roster, and with two first-round picks, the Browns have a prime opportunity to add high-end talent.

Shedeur Sanders News / Total Apex Sports / January 7

Why the Cleveland Browns Need to Move On From Shedeur Sanders Immediately

Let’s be honest, being a Cleveland Browns fan is usually an exercise in masochism. It’s a franchise where hope goes to die, usually in the most spectacular, heart-breaking fashion possible.

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The NFL officially started recording sack totals during the 1982 season, and since then a player has totaled 18 or more sacks in a season on 31 occasions. How many of the 31 can you name in five minutes?

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Aden Durde News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6

Browns Request Interview With Seahawks DC Aden Durde

Seahawks defensive coordinator Aden Durde has joined the Browns’ list of head coach candidates. The Browns submitted an official request to interview Durde on Tuesday, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / January 6

New mock draft has Browns getting two impact players in the first round

With the NFL regular season being over for all 32 teams, now the real football starts to be played in the playoffs. For 14 teams, that is the case; for the other 18, offseason plans will be in full swing. In Cleveland’s case, first and foremost, they need to find a new head coach after firing Kevin Stefanski after six seasons.

Kevin Stefanski News / Cleveland Browns on SI / January 6

Former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski set to interview with Titans this weekend

Recently fired head coach Kevin Stefanski already has interviews set this week for his next potential coaching job. After Stefanski was fired from the Cleveland Browns on Monday, conversations began to swirl as to where the former two-time NFL Coach of the Year would coach next.

John Harbaugh News / Cleveland Browns on SI / January 6

Why the Cleveland Browns need to aggressively pursue John Harbaugh

The Cleveland Browns are in the market for a new head coach. And the best available candidate hit the open market on Tuesday afternoon, more than 24 hours after the Browns fired Kevin Stefanski after six years in Cleveland.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / January 6

Browns general manager Andrew Berry explains why team is on the brink of success

The Cleveland Browns are in a two-season rut. Over the course of the last 34 games, the Browns have won a measly eight games and have put up the least amount of points for in both seasons since the team went 0-16 back in 2017.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / January 6

Browns have eyes on the first coach they want to interview for its vacancy - and it could lead to a major loss for an AFC North rival

The Cleveland Browns moved quickly on Monday to fire Kevin Stefanski as their head coach following the end of their 5-12 2025 season. Stefanski spent six years as the head coach of the Browns — and Cleveland is now looking to hire head coach No.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6

Browns Send Ravens’ Todd Monken HC Interview Request

Todd Monken does not appear to be assured he will be back with the Ravens for a fourth year as their OC, but he has received an interview request about a head coaching position.

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Cleveland Browns News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6

Browns Request HC Interview With Ravens OC Todd Monken

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Browns requested an interview with Ravens OC Todd Monken for their HC vacancy. Monken, 59, began his coaching career in 1989 as an assistant at Grand Valley State.

Shedeur Sanders News / Cleveland Browns on SI / January 6

Cleveland beat reporter goes off about Shedeur Sanders' future with the Browns

Ever since the Cleveland Browns announced the firing of head coach Kevin Stefanski, the franchise's future has been entirely unknown. One of the biggest questions is what the new head coach will do with quarterback Shedeur Sanders after his first season in the NFL.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / January 6

Cleveland Browns sign six players to future contracts to start offseason

The Cleveland Browns are not slowing down. Not by any means. On Monday, Jan. 5, the Browns' front office kicked off the start of the team's 2026 offseason by firing six-year head coach Kevin Stefanski.

Jimmy Haslam News / The Spun / January 6

Cleveland Browns Owner Issues 2026 Promise To The Fan Base

Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam vowed to reverse the organization's woes following another underwhelming season. The Browns followed a playoff appearance in 2023 by going 3-14 in 2024 and 5-12 this season.

Andrew Berry News / The SportsRush / January 6

'Worst Trade in NFL History Happened Under His Watch': Mina Kimes Questions Browns for Not Firing GM Andrew Berry

On Black Monday, the Cleveland Browns were one of the first teams to fire their head coach, Kevin Stefanski. He finished the 2025 season with a 5-12 record, while losing 56 games overall in six campaigns.

Shedeur Sanders News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6

Shedeur Sanders reveals immediate offseason plan

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has wrapped up his rookie NFL campaign, and it’s now time for him to look forward to a vacation. On Monday, the former Colorado Buffaloes star QB revealed one of his early plans in the offseason, which involves some unfinished Christmas business with his brother, Shilo Sanders.

Kevin Stefanski News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6