Browns Narrow Coaching Search, Eyeing Internal Promotion

The Cleveland Browns are nearing a decision on their new head coach, with five candidates in the running. They must interview one more minority or woman candidate before making a final choice. Top contenders include Jesse Minter, Todd Monken, and Jim Schwartz. If a new head coach is hired, they may bring in their own defensive coordinator, potentially shaking up the staff. Safeties coach Ephraim Banda is a strong internal candidate for the defensive coordinator role, having led the teams pass defense last season. Banda has prior defensive coordinator experience and has interviewed for similar positions with other teams. The...