So you can follow the breadcrumbs on Browns chief strategy officer Paul DePodesta/his influence.

• In 2016, he advised Jimmy Haslam to hire Sean McDermott. Haslam hired Hue Jackson.

• In 2019, he advocated Kevin Stefanski. Haslam hired Freddie Kitchens.

Third time's a charm.

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 12, 2020