""We'd like to thank Jim for his contributions to our organization over the last three seasons," the Browns said in a statement. "Our search for a new defensive coordinator will begin immediately." Schwartz, who was passed over for the head coaching job in favor of Todd Monken, is now likely to sit out the 2026 season. He is under contract for one more season with the Browns, who could block any overtures from another team seeking a defensive coordinator."
"Schwartz had led one of the best defenses in the NFL in his three years on the job. Since 2023, Cleveland has allowed the fewest yards in the NFL, and Myles Garrett has been named Defensive Player of the Year twice, taking home the honor Thursday night after breaking the league's single-season sack record this season. "I love Jim, and I love playing for him," Garrett previously said."
Jim Schwartz resigned as Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator after being passed over for the head coaching job in favor of Todd Monken. He remains under contract for one more season and is expected to likely sit out 2026, with the Browns able to block other teams' overtures for a defensive coordinator. Schwartz led one of the NFL's top defenses during his three seasons; since 2023 Cleveland allowed the fewest yards in the league and Myles Garrett won Defensive Player of the Year twice, breaking the single-season sack record this season. Schwartz previously coached the Detroit Lions and served on multiple NFL staffs.
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