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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 54 MIN

Cleveland Browns DC Jim Schwartz RESIGNS — Who Will Todd Monken Hire Next?

from Pound Town: NFL Football and the Cleveland Browns · host Zach Smith

🏈 BREAKING: Browns DC Jim Schwartz RESIGNS — Who's Next for Todd Monken? In a major shakeup for the Cleveland Browns coaching staff, Jim Schwartz has officially resigned as defensive coordinator — leaving a big vacancy on a unit that was key to Cleveland's identity. Now the burning question: Who will be the next defensive leader under head coach Todd Monken? In today's episode, we break down the coaching dominoes, name realistic candidates — internal and external — and discuss how this decision will impact the Browns' roster, culture, and championship aspirations. 🔥 In This Episode: Why Jim Schwartz resigned and what it means for Cleveland Internal candidates who could step up — and why Todd Monken might promote from within Top external defensive coordinator candidates the Browns should target How this affects the Browns' 2026 defensive philosophy What the defense needs to improve under new leadership Will Monken bring in a young, modern voice or a veteran heavyweight? How this hire impacts free agency and roster building What fans should expect in 2026 and beyond 📊 Coaching Breakdown: Leadership traits • scheme compatibility • player development • complementary fit with Monken's offense 💬 COMMENT Below: Who's the BEST candidate to replace Jim Schwartz? Should the Browns promote internally or hire BIG NAME? Drop your take — top comments will be featured in the next episode! 👍 LIKE if you're following Browns coaching moves 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for daily Browns news, staff shakeups & NFL analysis 📣 SHARE with Browns fans tracking every twist of the coaching search #ClevelandBrowns #JimSchwartz #ToddMonken #BrownsDefense #NFLCoaching #BrownsNation #NFLNews #Menace2Sports

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