That is because Tommy Rees, who took over playcalling for the Browns midway through the 2025 season, is reportedly heading to the Atlanta Falcons to join head coach Kevin Stefanski’s staff. Cleveland had previously given Rees an interview for their head coach position, but he did not receive a second interview.

Former ESPN star Jemele Hill made it known this week that she has a few concerns about the Atlanta Falcons hiring Kevin Stefanski as their head coach. Stefanski, a two-time Coach of the Year, had a 45-56 record in six seasons with the Cleveland Browns.

The Browns’ head coaching search keeps getting a little tougher by the passing day. Jesse Minter and Mike McDaniel both passed on interview trips to Cleveland recently, going with teams they thought were better fits.

The Atlanta Falcons are entering a brand-new era after failing to reach the playoffs for eight consecutive seasons. To turn the tide, team owner Arthur Blank and Matt Ryan made the bold decision to part ways with head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot.