Jim Schwartz opens up about messy Browns split after being passed over for head coaching job Jim Schwartz resigned from his position as defensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns after not being selected as the new head coach. He stated that remaining on the staff under the newly hired offensive-minded head coach, Todd Monken, was not a viable option for him. Schwartz believed that after being passed over for a promotion he felt he earned, his departure was the necessary and only course of action, comparing it to a forced marriage in the NFL.

• Jim Schwartz departed the Cleveland Browns after two seasons as defensive coordinator.
• He was a candidate for the head coaching position but Todd Monken was hired instead.
• Schwartz felt it was untenable to remain on staff under Monken and resigned.
• He described the situation as a “forced marriage” that would not work.
• Schwartz will be away from the sidelines for the upcoming season due to his contract terms.
• Mike Rutenberg has been hired to lead the Browns’ defense.