Jim Schwartz has resigned as defensive coordinator of the Cleveland Browns after three seasons leading one of the NFL’s top defenses.
Jim Schwartz Resigns as Cleveland Browns Defensive Coordinator
Defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz has resigned from his position with the Cleveland Browns, the team confirmed Friday.
In a statement, the Browns thanked Schwartz for his time with the organization and said the search for a new defensive coordinator is underway.
“We would like to thank Jim for his contributions to our organization over the last three seasons,” the team said. “Our search for a new defensive coordinator will begin immediately.”
Schwartz, who joined the Browns in 2023, is widely regarded as one of the top defensive coordinators in the NFL. During his tenure, Cleveland consistently ranked among the league’s best defensive units, allowing the fewest total yards per game and the fewest passing yards per game over his three seasons with the team.
He was named NFL Assistant Coach of the Year in his first season with the Browns.
The resignation comes shortly after a strong year for Cleveland’s defense. On Thursday night, defensive end Myles Garrett was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year after setting a franchise sack record. Linebacker Carson Schwesinger was also honored as Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Schwartz had interviewed twice for the Browns’ head coaching vacancy but was reportedly frustrated after the team selected Todd Monken for the role. Although Schwartz remains under contract with Cleveland for one more season, reports suggest it is unlikely he will coach elsewhere during the upcoming season.
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