Browns DC Jim Schwartz: Is a return good for the team, Todd Monken?

The Cleveland Browns will hold a press conference on Tuesday to unveil Todd Monken as the team’s 23rd head coach. Almost a week after the Browns chose Monken over DC Jim Schwartz and Los Angeles Rams pass game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase, the media will get a chance to ask the new head coach questions.

There have been a number of reports about the offensive staff that Monken is putting together in Cleveland, but not a single defensive coach has been interviewed, at least no reports of any interviews. A reunion with Schwartz seems possible at this point, with only the New York Jets still looking for a defensive coordinator.

Schwartz is under contract and cannot take a lateral move. The contract language would likely prevent taking a consulting role in the NFL as well.

The question of the day for Browns fans is whether or not a Schwartz return is a good idea. On one side, of course it is, to keep the stellar defense in the same system and keep some of the talented veterans happy. On the other side, the “we want volunteers, not hostages” saying could apply with some worried that Schwartz’s forced return could be a wrecking ball to Cleveland’s season before it gets started.

So we come to you with that simple question: Do you believe the Browns should bring back Jim Schwartz as the team’s defensive coordinator for 2026?

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