Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator search: Jim Schwartz could be candidate

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 07: Defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the third quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Huntington Bank Field on December 07, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images) | Diamond Images/Getty Images

The Las Vegas Raiders and expected new head coach Klint Kubiak are looking to hire a new defensive coordinator. There has been some speculation that Jim Schwartz could be a target:

Let’s get to know Schwartz some more:

Last job:

He has been the Cleveland Browns’ defensive coordinator since 2023. He is still under contract. He was a finalist for the head-coaching job that went to Todd Monken. The Browns could try to keep Schwartz, even though he reportedly wants to move on.

Age:

He is 59.

Coaching experience:

He has 29 seasons of NFL coaching experience. He has 17 seasons experience as an NFL defensive coordinator. He was also the head coach of the Detroit Lions from 2009-13.

Other interest:

In addition to possibly staying in Cleveland, Schwartz repoetedly could be a candidate with the Philadelphia Eagles if Vic Fangio retires.

Why the Raiders are interested:

Schwartz is an experienced, successful defensive coordinator who had a strong unit in Cleveland. He is one of the best options available and could be considered a coup for Kubiak if Schwartz lands in Las Vegas.

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