Published 1/13/2008
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Mel Tucker, Cleveland's defensive backs coach the past three seasons, is the club's new defensive coordinator, replacing Todd Grantham, who was fired by the Browns on Friday.
Tucker also received a two-year contract extension through the 2010 season.
"We are excited to have Mel as our defensive coordinator," coach Romeo Crennel said in a statement. "He has a football plan, life plan, coaches the fundamentals and relates well with the players. I believe he will be successful in this new role.
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