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Jim Schwartz Resigns as Browns' Defensive Coordinator After Coaching Snub

2/6/2026

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Jim Schwartz resigned as the Cleveland Browns' defensive coordinator after three seasons due to disappointment over being passed over for the head coaching position in favor of Todd Monken.
Schwartz expressed his anger and left the facility after packing his belongings.
Under Schwartz, the Browns finished fourth in yards allowed and Myles Garrett set a single-season sack record.
The Browns are now seeking a new defensive coordinator, considering internal candidates like linebackers coach Jason Tarver.
Monken intends to maintain the current defensive scheme.

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Jim Schwartz resigned as the Cleveland Browns' defensive coordinator after three seasons due to disappointment over being passed over for the head coaching position in favor of Todd Monken.
Schwartz expressed his anger and left the facility after packing his belongings.
Under Schwartz, the Browns finished fourth in yards allowed and Myles Garrett set a single-season sack record.
The Browns are now seeking a new defensive coordinator, considering internal candidates like linebackers coach Jason Tarver.
Monken intends to maintain the current defensive scheme.