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The Browns' new head coach Todd Monken is winning over players with a hands-on, direct leadership style that differs from Kevin Stefanski's even-keeled approach. Quinshon Judkins said Monken greeted him warmly and outlined his vision in a personable, proactive way, signaling a potentially productive dynamic as Cleveland builds its roster and looks to translate leadership into on-field success.
Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield says there isn’t a true beef with his former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski, despite a social-media jab, as Tampa Bay prepares for Stefanski‑led Atlanta in the NFC South twice this season. He notes they’ve worked together, downplays any vendetta, and says any revenge games stem from divisional play; Mayfield also reflects on his winding career path and the importance of the right fit and organizational support for success.
Baker Mayfield says there’s no real beef with Kevin Stefanski, stressing they’ve worked together in the past. The Buccaneers’ rivalry with Stefanski’s Falcons fuels motivation, but Mayfield says any divisional win is about reclaiming the NFC South, not revenge—beating Stefanski on the field would carry more weight than words.
Atlanta introduces Kevin Stefanski as the Falcons’ head coach, highlighting his Browns success and two AP Coach of the Year awards. He’ll have Tommy Rees call the offense, with Ulbrich retained as defensive coordinator. The QB plan centers on Michael Penix Jr.’s rehab and a potential role for Kirk Cousins, while Stefanski assesses a roster that includes Bijan Robinson and anticipates future roster moves. The team is conducting a broad GM search and will continue to refine both coaching and front-office leadership, aiming for 2026 and beyond after an 8-9 2025 season.
Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski says he’s excited about quarterback Michael Penix and optimistic about his future, focusing on Penix’s ACL rehab and his ability to progress through reads and push the ball downfield; Stefanski also notes there could be future discussions about Kirk Cousins as Atlanta’s plans evolve.
The Atlanta Falcons announced several coaching moves under new head coach Kevin Stefanski: Tommy Rees was named offensive coordinator and Jacqueline Roberts was named manager of coaching operations, while veteran assistants Dave Huxtable, Nick Jones and Michael Pitre were retained. Rees comes from the Browns, where he served as tight ends coach/pass game specialist in 2024 and was promoted to offensive coordinator before 2025, taking play-calling duties in Week 10 last season. Roberts joined the Falcons from the Browns, having started as a team logistics intern in 2024 and been promoted to coordinator of coaching logistics in 2025, also assisting with coaching operations at the 2025 Senior Bowl.
Atlanta Falcons appoint Tommy Rees as offensive coordinator, reuniting him with head coach Kevin Stefanski from their Cleveland Browns days. Rees previously served as pass-game specialist and tight ends coach before becoming OC in 2025, a season in which Cleveland went 5-12 with multiple quarterbacks. The Falcons also hired Jacqueline Roberts as manager of coaching operations as Stefanski continues to bring in trusted personnel.
Franchise legend Joe Thomas publicly pushed back at Baker Mayfield after Mayfield targeted ex-Browns coach Kevin Stefanski, reviving a long-running feud tied to Mayfield’s 2022 trade. Thomas suggested Mayfield could have reached out, noting communication is a two-way street, while Mayfield has rebuilt his career with the Buccaneers and Stefanski has started anew in Atlanta, hinting at more NFC South drama to come.
The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly hiring Tommy Rees, the Browns’ former offensive coordinator and ex Notre Dame OC, to be their new OC under head coach Kevin Stefanski. Rees would reunite with Stefanski after two seasons in Cleveland, including a 2025 OC stint that followed Stefanski assuming play-calling duties and a season that contributed to Stefanski’s firing after a 5-12 record. Atlanta hopes to leverage a star-powered roster with Bijan Robinson and Drake London while developing quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who is returning from knee surgery.
NFL coach Tommy Rees will be the Atlanta Falcons' offensive coordinator, following head coach Kevin Stefanski from Cleveland to Atlanta after Stefanski was named the team’s head coach. Rees, 33, was promoted to Browns OC last offseason after spending 2024 as the Browns’ tight ends coach, and has previously served as Alabama’s OC/QB coach and Notre Dame’s OC/QB coach, with college head-coaching interest this offseason.
The Atlanta Falcons, after hiring Kevin Stefanski as head coach, retained defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on a new three-year deal. Owner Arthur Blank publicly backed Ulbrich, whose 2025 defense surged from near the bottom in sacks to second in the NFL, setting a franchise record with 57 sacks, aided by a strong rookie class and key veterans.
Atlanta will retain Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, with Tommy Rees likely joining as offensive coordinator and Bill Callahan expected back on the staff; owner Arthur Blank supported Ulbrich without dictating coordinators, and Atlanta's defense—featuring a rising pass rush and a mix of young playmakers—looks poised to build on its 2025 performance.
Atlanta Falcons named Kevin Stefanski their 20th head coach, aiming to deploy a run‑first, play‑action offense and build a closely aligned football operation. The hire leverages Stefanski’s extensive quarterback work (Kirk Cousins, Baker Mayfield, others) and his past links to Matt Ryan, signaling a staff‑driven plan to maximize talent across the roster as they navigate quarterback questions for 2026.
Atlanta named Kevin Stefanski, 43, its new head coach, replacing Raheem Morris. Stefanski—AP Coach of the Year in 2020 with the Browns and a long-time Vikings assistant—will report to Falcons president of football Matt Ryan and begin assembling his staff to guide the franchise forward.
After a playoff exit, the Philadelphia Eagles are seeking a new offensive coordinator with Kevin Patullo’s status unclear. Reports say the team is eyeing high-profile targets such as Kliff Kingsbury and Kevin Stefanski, alongside other names like Brian Daboll and Todd Monken, as they continue the coaching-search process and have yet to announce any decision or public comments from leadership.