In 2023, the Cleveland Browns had a successful season despite not achieving their desired ending. Against all odds, the team not only reached the playoffs but also boasted one of the top defenses in the league. They secured a postseason spot with a week remaining in the regular season. Kevin Stefanski, the coach, guided four different quarterbacks to victories, including a rookie, a former XFL player, and a 39-year-old who was not even on a roster two months prior. It came as no surprise when Stefanski was awarded the AP NFL Coach of the Year, a distinction he has now won twice. He joins a prestigious group of coaches in NFL history who have achieved this feat, such as Don Shula, Bill Belichick, Bill Parcells, Chuck Knox, George Halas, Bruce Arians, Mike Ditka, Ron Rivera, Dan Reeves, George Allen, Joe Gibbs, and Allie Sherman (via Adam Schefter). Stefanski’s first Coach of the Year award came in his inaugural season as head coach, leading the Browns to an 11-5 record and their first playoff appearance since 2002. Despite facing numerous injuries, the Browns showcased their talent and Stefanski’s coaching prowess. With a coaching record of 37-30, Stefanski has earned the opportunity to continue leading the team in Berea for the foreseeable future.
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