> At a Glance
> – Kevin Stefanski was fired Monday after six seasons as Browns head coach
> – He exits with a 45-56 record, two Coach of the Year awards, and two playoff berths
> – GM Andrew Berry keeps his job; Cleveland owns the No. 6 pick in 2026
> – Why it matters: The Browns still lack a franchise QB and join four teams hunting for a new coach
Cleveland’s Black Monday began with a bang: the Browns ousted Kevin Stefanski following a disastrous 3-14 2024 campaign and a 5-12 2025 finish, ending the tenure of the only coach to win a playoff game for the franchise since its 1999 return.
Coaching Exit by the Numbers
Stefanski’s six-year ride boasted highs and lows:
| Season | Record | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 11-5 | Coach of the Year, playoff win |
| 2023 | 9-8 | Coach of the Year runner-up |
| 2024 | 3-14 | Worst record in club |
| 2025 | 5-12 | Missed postseason |
Total: 45-56, 2 playoff trips
Roster Chaos & Future Assets
Injuries and underperformance forced Cleveland to cycle through Joe Flacco, Dillon Gabriel, and rookie Shedeur Sanders under center. The revolving door highlights the franchise’s lingering QB uncertainty as it prepares for the 2026 NFL Draft.
Statement from Stefanski
Kevin Stefanski thanked the organization and fans:
> “I leave with an immense sense of gratitude. When I arrived in January 2020, this organization, this community and Browns fans embraced me and my family with open arms.”
Coaching Carousel Update
The Browns join the Titans, Giants, and Falcons on the coaching vacancy list. Given Stefanski’s offensive pedigree and dual Coach of the Year honors, he is expected to draw interest elsewhere.
Key Takeaways
- Kevin Stefanski finished 45-56 with Cleveland’s lone playoff victory since 1999
- Andrew Berry remains GM, ensuring front-office continuity
- Franchise still searching for long-term answer at quarterback
- No. 6 overall pick in 2026 gives new coach premium draft capital
Cleveland now turns the page, hoping its next leader can capitalize on upcoming high draft picks and solve the quarterback riddle that has haunted the lakefront for decades.
