Coaching Search
Pursuit Ends Over Roster Control
The pursuit of John Harbaugh has concluded, with reports indicating he is nearing a deal with the Giants. The "dealbreaker" was his demand for full control over the 53-man roster, clashing with GM Andrew Berry's collaborative model.
Candidate Tracker
| Candidate | Role | Interview | Result | News |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesse MinterNew | DC | Jan 17 | scheduled | |
| Mike McDanielNew | Ex-HC | Jan 12 | interviewed | |
| Todd MonkenNew | OC | Jan 10 | interviewed | |
| Dan PitcherNew | OC | Jan 9 | interviewed | |
| Tommy ReesNew | OC | Jan 8 | interviewed | |
| John HarbaughNew | Ex-HC | TBD | passed | |
| Nate ScheelhaaseNew | Pass Game Coord | TBD | requested | — |
| Grant UdinskiNew | OC | TBD | requested | — |
| Chris ShulaNew | DC | TBD | requested | — |
2026 Roster Needs
CRITICAL PRIORITY — Team needs 4-5 new starters. Massive overhaul expected via draft and free agency.
QB Situation
Status: Retained
Expected to remain on roster due to prohibitive contract. Cutting him pre-June 1 hits for $135M dead cap.
Status: Rookie (2025 Draft)
Oregon's Heisman finalist, drafted by Cleveland in 2025. Expected to compete for the starting job in 2026 training camp.
Status: Draft Target (Pick 6)
Colorado QB widely projected to the Browns at #6. Strong arm, quick release, and leadership qualities.
Draft Capital (10 Picks)
2026 Cap Space
Dead Money Breakdown
Watson's contract dominates dead money. Limited flexibility for free agency.
What-If Calculator
2026 Season
Rebuilding in Progress
Other Sources
2026 Roster Depth
| Player | Role | Contract Status | Exp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deshaun Watson | Starter | Retained (High Cap) | 2026 |
| Dillon Gabriel | Backup/Competitor | Rookie Deal | 2029 |
| Dorian Thompson-Robinson | 3rd String | Final Year | 2026 |
2026 Free Agency Tracker
| Player | Pos | Age | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joel Bitonio | LG | 34 | UFA | pending |
| David Njoku | TE | 30 | UFA | pending |
| Wyatt Teller | RG | 32 | UFA | pending |
| Cam Robinson | LT | 30 | UFA | pending |
| Jerome Baker | LB | 29 | UFA | pending |
| Corey Bojorquez | P | 29 | UFA | pending |
| Blake Whiteheart | TE | 25 | RFA | pending |
| Anthony Kendall | CB | 26 | ERFA | pending |