Overview
- Kevin Stefanski declined to discuss his status, saying he is privileged to coach and focused on Cincinnati as Cleveland enters Week 18 at 4-12.
- The Browns are 7-26 over the past two seasons after a 13-6 win over Pittsburgh, closing a second straight losing year with Sunday’s game at the Bengals.
- NFL Network reported that GM Andrew Berry will be very involved in determining Stefanski’s future, with local media voices publicly urging a coaching change.
- Players including Joel Bitonio and Denzel Ward said Stefanski has the locker room’s respect and that the team continues to compete for each other.
- Cleveland’s defense has led recent efforts and Myles Garrett is one sack from the single-season record, while offensive struggles persist after quarterback injuries and the costly Deshaun Watson trade.