A few head coaches are proficient at it. It was always intended for Kevin Stefanski to call plays in addition to serving as head coach for the Browns when he was hired in 2020. GM Andrew Berry was interviewed by me prior to this season. Regarding Stefanski and play-calling, he stated the following: There are no doubts about Kevin’s ability to serve as both a CEO coach and a playcaller. Many instructors carry it out. Kevin is capable of doing it and has a history of doing so. He has his coaching staff’s support system around him.
Will he continue to call plays, then?
A: According to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, Stefanski might permit the new offensive coordinator to make play calls. Another NFL insider told me the same thing, but I A minimum of twelve, by my count. Among the prominent figures are Zac Taylor of the Bengals, Doug Pederson of the Jags, Sean McVay of the Rams, Mike McDaniel of the Dolphins, Kyle Shanahan of the 49ers, and Matt LaFleur of the Packers. Seven of the 14 teams that advanced to the postseason had head coaches in charge of the offense.
I’m not sure how to respond to it. Furthermore, I’m not sure if the Browns’ goal in seeking an offensive coordinator is to bring in a new play-caller.
What is causing the shift?
A: Deshaun Watson has to be placed in an offense that is more appropriate for him. Watson was the major topic of discussion in my column shortly after it was announced that Van Pelt and a few other coaching changes are on the horizon. Yes, in the games where he played the majority of the snaps, the Browns went 4-1. But his inconsistency is well known to Browns fans. In terms of starting quarterback rankings, Watson is ranked between 23rd and 28th according to metrics like passer ratings, Pro Football Focus evaluations, and ESPN’s QBR.
