The Cleveland Browns hired Tommy Rees as their new offensive coordinator after interviewing Darrell Bevell, who was passed over for the position. This decision follows the Browns' recent firing of Ken Dorsey. With multiple head-coaching openings remaining in the NFL, Bevell's extensive experience as an offensive coach may still lead to future opportunities, but he will not be joining the Browns.

The Cleveland Browns faced a tumultuous season, starting with a 1-6 record under Kevin Stefanski, who retained play-calling responsibilities despite hiring Ken Dorsey as offensive coordinator. The offense struggled significantly, marked by Watson's inconsistent performance and injuries, leading to a mid-season shift in play-calling after Watson's Achilles injury. Despite a brief improvement in team morale following a surprise victory against the Ravens, the Browns finished with a disappointing 3-14 record. Looking ahead, the expectation is for a return to Stefanski's offensive system with Tommy Rees stepping in as the new offensive coordinator.

Jameis Winston stepped in as the starting quarterback for the Browns after Deshaun Watson's injury, with Stefanski reverting to his offensive system. This change came during a tumultuous season for the team, which was struggling significantly. Winston's role was crucial as the team sought to stabilize amidst a disappointing campaign, but ultimately, the Browns could not recover from their poor start.

Deshaun Watson struggled significantly during the season, contributing to one of the worst offenses in NFL history. Coming off surgery for a fractured shoulder and torn labrum, he had not participated in 11-on-11 drills before the season began. His inconsistent play and subsequent Achilles injury further derailed the team's performance, leading to a disastrous 3-14 record for the Browns.

Kevin Stefanski opened the previous season by retaining play-calling responsibilities despite hiring Ken Dorsey as the offensive coordinator, driven by concerns that the new offense might struggle and wanting to protect Dorsey from early criticism. His decision backfired as the team started 1-6, with Watson leading one of the worst offenses in NFL history. After Watson's injury, Stefanski handed over play-calling to Dorsey to focus on team management during a tumultuous season. Despite a brief revival, the Browns finished with a 3-14 record, and expectations for the upcoming season include a return to Stefanski's offensive system under new offensive coordinator Tommy Rees.