Udinski’s exit comes amid reports he has a new deal with Jacksonville that would boost his pay next year, while the Jaguars are allowing him to pursue the Buffalo Bills’ head coaching job. If he doesn’t land Bills, Udinski is expected to return to the Jaguars as OC.
With Udinski out, Cleveland continues the process and has shifted its attention to other candidates. Rams passing game coordinator Nathan Scheelhaase is set for a second interview in Los Angeles and is positioned as a front-runner alongside current defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz.
Mary Kay Cabot reported that Cleveland is conducting the second interview with Scheelhaase in LA as part of a rapid-hiring push, noting Scheelhaase as a leading diverse candidate who could be ready to assume the role, though the Rams could still be in play for him.
The Browns’ approach to the search has drawn attention for its distinctive, data-driven framework, including personality tests, essays, and homework assignments between interview rounds, a strategy NFL insiders describe as designed to uncover the right fit for their organizational culture.
Cleveland is seeking a replacement for Kevin Stefanski, fired after six seasons, as the franchise navigates a methodical, research-backed process in hopes of identifying a coach who can lead the team forward.
