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If the Cleveland Browns are going to salvage even a shred of a chance to make the playoffs, they will have to get a win this weekend against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Jim Schwartz News / Browns Nation / October 17

Jim Schwartz Reveals What Is Bothering Him About Browns’ Defense

In 2023, the Cleveland Browns went 11-6 and made the postseason for the first time since 2020. Although the team fell in the playoffs to the Houston Texans, there was reason for optimism heading into 2024.

NFL News / Browns Nation / October 10

Jim Schwartz Gets Honest About Poor Performance Against Commanders

This past Sunday, the Cleveland Browns traveled east hoping to right the ship and defeat a good Washington Commanders squad. Instead, the team limped back to Ohio after a 34-13 dismantling.

NFL News / Browns Nation / October 4

Stat Highlights The Challenge Browns’ Defense Will Face Against Commanders

The Cleveland Browns’ defense, once a formidable force in 2023, finds itself in unfamiliar territory this season. Despite retaining most of their key players and entering their second year under Jim Schwartz’s guidance, the unit has taken a noticeable step back in several areas.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / October 4

Browns vs Commanders: 3 big changes Cleveland needs to make to win in Week 5

Jim Schwartz and Kevin Stefanski in the spotlight this week It’s Week 5, but it seems like it’s a must-win for the Cleveland Browns. Following another

NFL News / Browns Nation / October 4

Jim Schwartz Reveals Keys To Defending Jayden Daniels

With nearly a quarter of the 2024 NFL regular season in the books, the Cleveland Browns have their work cut out for them to make a return trip to the postseason.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / October 3

Jim Schwartz Sends Strong Message To Defensive Players

After a historic defensive effort in 2023, the Cleveland Browns’ defense has been middle of the pack to start the season. Cleveland allowed 20 points in the first half of the season-opening loss to Dallas, and since then has allowed no more than 21 points in each of the next three games.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23

Week 3 losers: Dolphins heading off rails, Cowboys snake-bitten

NFL Week 3 losers: Dolphins season heading off rails, Cowboys snake-bitten

The Dallas Cowboys put in a weak performance in Week 3 of the NFL season, but they weren't alone in their ineptitude.

Week 3's worst QB performances: Pair of NFC South QBs spoil incredible starts

Raiders HC rips effort of some players after ugly loss to Panthers

Saints have reverted to 2023 form

Watch: Nightmarish Jalen Hurts start continues with second turnover

Is Russell Wilson done as a starting QB?

Titans not considering QB change despite 0-3 start to season

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 13

Why This Cleveland Browns Coach Is Okay With 0-1 Start To Season

Every NFL team hopes to start the season with a win. However, after falling to the Cowboys 33-17 in Week 1, Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz pointed out the silver lining of and 0-1 start to the season though.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / September 12

Jim Schwartz: Losing brings ‘more urgency to confront your problems’

Cleveland’s defensive coordinator knows 0-1 start does not mean the season is doomed for failure. The Cleveland Browns in 2023 knew that, if all else was failing, they could rely on their defense to shut down the opposition and give the team a chance at a victory, especially at home.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / June 1

After Historic 2023, Jim Schwartz Won't Allow Browns Defense To Be Complacent

With how quickly the NFL evolves from year-to-year it's unwise for any team to just assume the successes of one season will simply carry over to the next.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / May 31

Browns DC discusses moving on from Texans loss

Browns DC Jim Schwartz discusses moving on from Texans loss

Cleveland Browns DC Jim Schwartz made a big admission about his mentality during January's wild-card defeat at the hands of the Houston Texans.

Browns OC opens up about recovery of QB Deshaun Watson

Insider shares Browns' 'mandate' for OC Ken Dorsey

Browns begin to end Deshaun Watson experience in 2025 mock draft

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

The 'Cleveland Browns head coaches' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / March 12

Browns first signing of free agency is bringing back a starter that played well in Jim Schwartz’s system

Cleveland Browns’ first move of free agency is to bring back one of their own. Sticking around in Cleveland is DE Za’Darius Smith, who started 16 games for the Browns last year opposite Myles Garrett.

Cleveland Browns News / Last Word On Sports / February 22

Evaluating the Cleveland Browns Linebackers

The Cleveland defense was historically good in 2023. Much of that success has been attributed to defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, and rightfully so.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / February 8

Browns Defensive Coordinator Jim Schwartz Wins 2023 AP Assistant Coach of the Year

No one can dispute the impact that Jim Schwartz had on this Cleveland defense, the Cleveland franchise and each player that played for him this season. The injuries that the Browns encountered this year have been well-documented.

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6

Browns DC Jim Schwartz discusses career goals

It’s no surprise now that Schwartz is garnering head-coaching interest.

Four former NFL head coaches who could get a second chance in 2024

Joe Flacco aiming to play two more seasons

Browns place veteran LB on IR

Browns DE could making shocking return Week 18 vs. Bengals

NFL head coaches with the most wins

The 'Most receiving yards in an NFL game by team' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / January 6

Browns’ Kevin Stefanski responds to possibly losing Jim Schwartz after the season

.The Cleveland Browns’ defense has been stellar this season and the defensive coordinator has a whole lot to do with the success they’ve had. Jim Schwartz has transformed the Cleveland defense in his first season with the team.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / January 4

Browns defense could take major hit following dominant year

The Browns have had one of the best defenses, if not the best, in the NFL this season. A major reason why has been the addition of defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz. But his time in Cleveland could be short-lived.

Browns to rest Joe Flacco, start QB Jeff Driskel at Cincinnati

Browns add to QB Joe Flacco's protection ahead of playoffs

Joe Flacco's age difference with Browns teammates leads to possible quote of the year

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

The 'Most receiving yards in an NFL game by team' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / December 14

Jim Schwartz Stunned That Ogbo Okoronkwo Played Through Injury For Browns

The signing of Ogbo Okoronkwo this offseason was quietly one of the best free-agent additions that Andrew Berry and his team made. Okoronkwo had a very good but under the radar start to his career in Los Angeles and Houston, so the Browns decided to make him a long-term depth addition to this team.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL Analysis Network / October 18, 2023

Browns’ Jim Schwartz Has Been Most Impactful Addition In NFL

The Cleveland Browns knew if they wanted to reach their full potential in the 2023 season, changes had to be made defensively. While a lot of people were focusing on the offense and if Deshaun Watson would regain the form he showed earlier in his career with the Houston Texans, the key to this team’s success was improvement defensively.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16, 2023

Crazy Kyle Shanahan stat goes viral after loss to Browns

The 49ers were handed their first loss of the season on Sunday after an elite defensive performance by the Browns, prompting some questions about Kyle Shanahan’s record against one opposing coach.

Browns hang on to hand 49ers first loss of season

Shanahan blunders and controversial penalty call cost 49ers against Browns

Watch: 49ers' Christian McCaffrey scores TD in 15th straight game

Watch: 49ers, Browns have pregame confrontation

McCaffrey ruled out with oblique injury

NFL News / Tennessee Titans on SI / September 21, 2023

Cleveland Browns Defense Presents Tennessee Titans Unique Challenge, Familiar Face in DC Jim Schwartz

The Tennessee Titans will take on the NFL's stingiest defense on Sunday when they take on the Cleveland Browns. Through two games, the Browns have yet to allow a touchdown on defense.

NFL News / Steel City Underground / September 15, 2023

NFL Week 2 Scouting Report: Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers

Steel City Underground will provide fans in Steelers Nation a pre-game scouting report of each of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ opponents during each week of the 2023 NFL regular season, comprised of items from top storylines and insights.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 11, 2023

Addition of DC Jim Schwartz pays early dividends for Browns

The Browns had another very active offseason, but their best addition may not even be a player following their dominant 24-3 win over the defending AFC North champion Bengals in Week 1.

Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase vents after embarrassing Browns blowout

AFC North stock up, down: Kenny Pickett, Joe Burrow get humbled

Ranking the NFL coaches heading into 2023

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 9, 2023

Bengals Film Breakdown: How Browns' New-Look Defense Could Play Under Jim Schwartz

The Browns fired Joe Woods after 3 years as their defensive coordinator because he really wasn't getting results from a talented group on paper. Coverage busts, free agency let downs, and an inability to defend the run were some of the biggest reasons why Woods was let go.