The Cleveland Browns are actively seeking to fill their head coaching vacancy and have formally requested an interview with Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher. This information was reported by Dianna Russini, a notable journalist at El-Balad.
Browns’ Head Coaching Search
The Browns are considering several candidates for the head coach position. Alongside Dan Pitcher, other names in the mix include:
- Tommy Rees – Browns Offensive Coordinator
- Jim Schwartz – Browns Defensive Coordinator
- Todd Monken – Ravens Offensive Coordinator
- Aden Durde – Seahawks Defensive Coordinator
The Browns previously hired Kevin Stefanski as head coach on January 5, which adds to the significance of their current search.
Dan Pitcher’s Coaching Background
Dan Pitcher has been with the Bengals as the offensive coordinator for the last two seasons. This role marks his first as a coordinator in the NFL. His coaching journey began in 2016 when he joined the Bengals as an offensive assistant.
In 2019, he was promoted to assistant quarterbacks coach, followed by another promotion to quarterbacks coach in 2020. Before his time with Cincinnati, Pitcher spent four seasons as a scout for the Indianapolis Colts.
The Browns are keen on ensuring that they select the best candidate for their head coach role, and Pitcher’s experience may provide valuable insights and capabilities for their offensive strategies.
