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Browns Eye Jaguars OC for Head Coach Role
13 Jan
Summary
- Browns requested an interview with Jaguars offensive coordinator Grant Udinski.
- Udinski, who is nearly 30, is in his first season with the Jaguars.
- Lawrence praised Udinski's detailed preparation and game planning approach.
The Cleveland Browns have initiated contact with the Jacksonville Jaguars, requesting an interview for their offensive coordinator, Grant Udinski, concerning their head coaching vacancy. Udinski, who recently turned 30, completed his inaugural season with the Jaguars, a team recently eliminated from playoff contention. His coaching journey began at Baylor in 2019, followed by a stint with the Carolina Panthers and subsequent roles with the Minnesota Vikings.
Udinski's tenure with the Vikings saw him progress from assistant to the head coach to assistant quarterbacks coach and eventually assistant offensive coordinator. In 2024, the Vikings' offense ranked notably high in both total yards and scoring, attributed partly to quarterback Sam Darnold's performance. Udinski's contributions were highlighted by his quarterback mentor, Trevor Lawrence, who praised his extraordinary attention to detail.
Lawrence described Udinski's preparation process as uniquely thorough, emphasizing his comprehensive game planning and consistent communication. This systematic approach has significantly aided Lawrence's ability to process defenses more rapidly. Udinski's interview with the Browns represents his first opportunity for a head coaching position, building on his prior pursuit of offensive coordinator roles last offseason.
