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New Browns defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg will be keeping Brandon Lynch on the staff, his first staffing decision.
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Jim Schwartz resigns as Browns defensive coordinator after being passed over for Todd Monken
Schwartz leaves after three seasons leading Cleveland's defense
CLEVELAND, Ohio — New Browns defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg will run largely the same attacking 4-3 scheme as Jim Schwartz, but the key is to rip the page from his predecessor’s playbook on how to coach premier defensive end Myles Garrett.
The Browns have found their new defensive coordinator after Jim Schwartz, one who has ties with Robert Saleh and Jeff Ulbrich.
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Patriots DC shakeup just gave Jim Schwartz an unexpected NFL lifeline
A Patriots defensive shakeup might open the door for Jim Schwartz to escape his Browns contract and rejoin Mike Vrabel in New England for 2026.