“With Bill Callahan headed to Tennessee, the Cleveland Browns need an offensive line coach. Who are the available candidates around the league, plus notes on Alex Van Pelt, Eliot Wolfe, and more?”
Bill Callahan is the former offensive line coach for the Cleveland Browns. According to various sources, he is departing to join his son Brian Callahan with the Tennessee Titans.
Callahan informed the Browns that he is accepting the position with the Titans after working under coach Kevin Stefanski since 2020.
Last week, Browns Pro Bowl left guard Joel Bitonio praised Callahan, believing he would be joining his son in Tennessee.
“Coach Callahan has been instrumental for us,” Bitonio stated. “He has helped develop a number of us on the line. We’re grateful for it. He is one of the hardest workers I know. He devotes time to us and plays an important role in the run game, scheme, and protections.
“However, if your son is hired as head coach and calls, you may have to take that call as well. That’s some very special stuff.”
What’s next?
The Browns will now look to fill the offensive line coach position.
Scott Peters, an assistant offensive line coach, has worked with Callahan for the past three seasons. He is a prospective candidate for promotion to the position because of his relationship with Callahan and the expertise he learned under Callahan’s supervision. He would be the answer if the Browns wanted to maintain continuity in the locker room and with the current roster.
With the exception of wide receivers coach Chad O’Shea, Stefanski has completely replaced his offensive staff.
The Browns have hired Ken Dorsey as their new offensive coordinator, Duce Staley as running backs coach, and Tommy Rees as tight ends coach; however, not all of the changes have been officially revealed.
Stefanksi and the Browns were hoping for an injection of new offensive concepts and philosophies from their new appointments to place quarterback Deshaun Watson on the ideal offence for him. This offseason, the primary goal is to cultivate success for Watson and the offence. This suggests a surge in shotgun and spread methods.
One of the Browns’ concerns last season was their inability to find prolonged success in the run game, particularly out of the gun.
In the spirit of their offensive growth, the Browns may choose to go outside the building to hire their new offensive line coach.The Browns have hired Ken Dorsey as their new offensive coordinator, Duce Staley as running backs coach, and Tommy Rees as tight ends coach; however, not all of the changes have been officially revealed.
Stefanksi and the Browns were hoping for an injection of new offensive concepts and philosophies from their new appointments to place quarterback Deshaun Watson on the ideal offence for him. This offseason, the primary goal is to cultivate success for Watson and the offence. This suggests a surge in shotgun and spread methods.
One of the Browns’ concerns last season was their inability to find prolonged success in the run game, particularly out of the gun.
The Browns may seek a new offensive line coach from outside the organization, in keeping with their offensive growth. Potential candidates are available throughout the league.
The availability of assistant coaches around the league is a source of considerable uncertainty. As newly appointed head coaches and coordinators begin their duties, they must determine whether to keep any existing staff members.
Kellen Moore has been named as the Eagles’ new offensive coordinator, but Jeff Stoutland will remain as their offensive line coach. Stoutland is well-regarded and has been in that position since 2018.
Mike Munchak
According to Paul Kuharsky, famed offensive line coach Mike Munchak was willing to interview for the Titans’ offensive line coach position. This occurred before Vrabel was sacked and Callahan was hired.
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