Signs are pointing to Kevin Stefanski being done in Cleveland

NBC Sports•January 4, 2026•sports

Key Points:

Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski is expected to be let go after the regular-season finale against the Bengals, despite his success in leading the team to two playoff appearances and winning coach of the year twice.
Stefanski’s overall record with the Browns stands at 44-56 in the regular season and 1-2 in the postseason, which is considered reasonable given the challenges posed by the roster and organizational issues.
The Browns continue to struggle with the fallout from the controversial Deshaun Watson trade and contract, which has impacted team performance and stability.
There is uncertainty about who the Browns will hire as their next head coach and whether qualified candidates will be willing to take the job amid the franchise’s ongoing dysfunction.