Staring down their third double-digit loss season under the current coach, the Cleveland Browns face a pivotal moment. With a 3-9 record and last place in the AFC North, the franchise must decide whether to rebuild entirely or try to improve with the current leadership. This season’s struggles amplify calls for a fresh direction.
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NFL Analyst Predicts a Complete Overhaul for the Cleveland Browns
On Sunday, the Browns host the Tennessee Titans in Ohio. Typically, two teams with poor records attract little attention outside their own fans.
However, veteran insider Tony Grossi anticipates changes coming for the Browns.
“If you bring back Stefanski, Andrew Berry, and Deshaun Watson, what are they doing? How are they getting any better? No matter what happens Sunday, win or lose, I think it’s inevitable that they are going to clean house.”
Head coach Kevin Stefanski owns a 43-53 record in 96 games, with brief playoff success in 2020 and 2023, but is overshadowed by a 21-42 record in other seasons.
Despite his offensive background, the offense ranks last in PFSN’s Offensive Impact metric, raising stark questions about leadership efficacy and the need for change.
“I think it’s inevitable that they are going to clean house,” – @TonyGrossi on the Browns 😳😳😳
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— ESPN Cleveland (@ESPNCleveland) December 5, 2025
Do the Browns have too many holes to fill during an offseason, or is the process shaping up like a multi-year renovation that requires shedding contracts and using draft capital? If it’s the former, the team could act aggressively, attempting the moves on the fly.
General Manager Andrew Berry, who hired Stefanski, could also be at risk if owner Jim Haslam decides to act. With the Steelers, Ravens, and Bengals possessing far more talent, Haslam may now feel it is time for significant changes. Either way, he will have the ultimate decision.
Lost in the shuffle is defensive end Myles Garrett. Garrett, considered one of the best pass rushers in the league over the last decade, continues to perform consistently. Over 129 career games, the four-time All-Pro has recorded 121.5 sacks.
His presence on the field forces opposing offenses to adjust, giving Cleveland’s defense opportunities to make plays. Garrett, who is tied to the franchise with a long-term, lucrative contract, continues to deliver impactful performances, even as the team struggles.
The Browns must decide whether to overhaul leadership and strategy to remain competitive in a strengthening AFC. With rivals improving each year, Cleveland’s continued struggles pressure team decision-makers to choose between persisting with the current direction or making bold changes to reset the franchise’s trajectory.