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Browns bring back Ryan Grigson and promote Chris Cooper in front office

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 6:46 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Browns bring back Ryan Grigson and promote Chris Cooper in front office
Summary

On June 29, 2026, the Cleveland Browns announced the return of Ryan Grigson as senior football advisor and the promotion of Chris Cooper to senior vice president of football administration. Grigson previously served with the Browns from 2017 to 2021 and spent the last four years with the Minnesota Vikings. Cooper, who has been with the Browns since 2014, moves up from his previous role as vice president of football administration. These changes come as part of the team's efforts to strengthen their front office ahead of the upcoming season.

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  • •Ryan Grigson returns as senior football advisor.
  • •Chris Cooper promoted to senior vice president of football administration.
  • •Grigson previously worked with the Browns from 2017 to 2021.
  • •Cooper joined the Browns in 2014 as director of football administration.
  • •Both changes aim to enhance the club's front office strategy.
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  • 6:46 PMYahoo Sports — Browns announce Ryan Grigson's return, Chris Cooper's promotion in front office
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The Browns have officially made two moves in their front office.

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