Kevin Stefanski Bids Farewell to Browns Fans with Full-Page Dawg Pound Letter

Kevin Stefanski, who has recently parted ways with the Cleveland Browns, expressed his gratitude to fans in a heartfelt full-page ad published in The Plain Dealer. In his message, he reflected on the incredible support from the Dawg Pound during his six seasons as head coach.

Farewell Letter to the Dawg Pound

In his farewell note, Stefanski thanked Browns fans for their unwavering passion. He stated, “I had a front row seat to the most unmatched passion of Browns fans.” He emphasized that the support from the community was invaluable to him and his family.

Stefanski’s Legacy with the Browns

During his tenure, Stefanski made significant contributions to the franchise. Here are some key achievements from his time with the Browns:

• Stefanski has recorded 45 wins, the highest for any coach during the expansion era.
• He is tied with Marty Schottenheimer for the fourth-most wins in franchise history.
• His record is only surpassed by Paul Brown (158), Blanton Collier (76), and Sam Rutigliano (47).
• With 101 games coached, he holds the third-most coaching appearances in franchise history.
• He has achieved two 11-win seasons, the second-most by any Browns coach, following Paul Brown who had five.
• Stefanski is the only two-time Coach of the Year in the team’s history.
• His two playoff appearances rank him tied for fourth-most in franchise history.

Future Endeavors and Community Contribution

Stefanski has already begun exploring new opportunities, with interviews lined up this week with teams such as the Giants and Raiders, and a meeting scheduled with the Titans.

Beyond his coaching achievements, Stefanski and his family established The Keepers Foundation in 2024. The foundation focuses on helping underprivileged children in Northeast Ohio. Stefanski expressed his commitment to giving back, stating, “This is really our family’s opportunity to do something special.”

Throughout his six years in Cleveland, Stefanski and his family have been embraced by the local community, solidifying their ties to the region.