BEREA, Ohio - Cleveland coach Kevin Stefanski believes that Browns defensive end Myles Garrett should be the NFL Defensive Player of the Year.
And, Stefanski said Monday, "I don't think it's close."
Despite a rash of injuries to both its offense and defense, Cleveland is 9-5 and all alone in the 5 seed in the AFC playoff picture. The Browns have been arguably the top defense in the league all year, and Garrett has led the way.
Cleveland ranks No. 1 in defensive EPA (expected points allowed) and is No. 2 in efficiency. The Browns defense also easily lead the league forcing three-and-outs 34.