The Browns wanted Jim Schwartz to remain their DC, but Schwartz ultimately resigned from his role after he failed to receive the head-coaching job.

The Browns hired Mike Rutenberg as their defensive coordinator this week and Rutenberg got a rave review from Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on his way out the door in Atlanta.

The Cleveland Browns have reportedly found their replacement for defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz following his departure from the team.

Former New York Jets assistant coach Mike Rutenberg has landed the Cleveland Browns DC job which opens up some potential trade talks.

Rutenberg is taking over for Jim Schwartz in Cleveland.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Mike Rutenberg’s first challenge as Browns defensive coordinator has nothing to do with X’s and O’s. Before he can implement his system or make a single play call, Rutenberg faces a more pressing task: winning over a locker room that’s still grieving the departure of Jim Schwartz.

The Atlanta Falcons have been at risk of losing defensive pass game coordinator Mike Rutenberg for a while now, but the Browns' DC search is coming to a close.