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Browns decide on new defensive coordinator

How Cleveland Browns New Defensive Coordinator Could Influence NFL Draft

The Cleveland Browns hired Atlanta Falcons defensive passing game coordinator Mike Rutenberg as their next defensive coordinator.

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Browns hiring Falcons defensive pass game coordinator Mike Rutenberg as defensive coordinator

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Cleveland Browns Reportedly Hire New Defensive Coordinator For 2026 Season

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Browns hiring Falcons’ defensive pass game coordinator as defensive coordinator, reports say

The Cleveland Browns have reportedly found their next defensive coordinator.

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Report: Browns decide on new defensive coordinator

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Browns name Mike Rutenberg as their new defensive coordinator

Cleveland Browns, Todd Monken and list of needs: Crowquill

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Browns head coach, Todd Monken, hired Mike Rutenberg to replace Jim Schwartz as defensive coordinator. Rutenberg was previously the passing-game coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons defense. Rutenberg is familiar with the Browns defensive scheme and should not miss a beat in keeping the Browns very talented defense on track.

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Earning Myles Garrett’s trust: The first and most critical challenge facing Browns’ new defensive coordinator

Mike Rutenberg inherits a defense still mourning the loss of "beloved" Jim Schwartz, with Cleveland's success in 2026 potentially hinging on whether the first-time coordinator can win over the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year.

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Browns hiring Mike Rutenberg as new defensive coordinator

Rutenberg, 44, has over 15 years of NFL experience, beginning his coaching career with UCLA in 2006 before joining the NFL in 2003 as a player personnel intern in Washington.