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Schwartz Quits Browns After Head Coach Snub
6 Feb
Summary
- Jim Schwartz resigned as Browns defensive coordinator.
- He was passed over for the head coach position.
- Cleveland's defense ranked fourth in the league in 2023.
Jim Schwartz has resigned from his role as the Cleveland Browns' defensive coordinator after a three-year tenure. The team announced his resignation on Friday, following his submission of a resignation letter the previous day.
Schwartz's decision follows the recent hiring of Todd Monken as head coach. Schwartz was widely considered a favorite for the head coach position but was ultimately passed over.
During his time with the Browns, Schwartz guided a highly effective defense. In 2023, Cleveland led the league in total defense and ranked fourth overall in the current season.
Myles Garrett, a star player under Schwartz's guidance, achieved a significant milestone by breaking the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks. Garrett was also recognized as the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year for the second time in three seasons.
New head coach Todd Monken expressed his admiration for the defensive unit, acknowledging the players as a major reason for his interest in the job. Monken indicated that the team's aggressive defensive style would likely continue even with Schwartz's departure.
