"The Browns made an out-of-left-field hire in 2023 when they brought Banda over from Utah State to coach safeties. Before joining Cleveland, Banda had no NFL experience, so there were questions about whether he would be a good fit. Banda has quickly become one of the better position coaches the Browns have. Grant Delpit has leveled up his game into an all-around safety under Banda's leadership - and really one of the more underrated safeties in the game."
"Banda's most impressive job has to be with former undrafted free agent Ronnie Hickman Jr. Hickman was pushed into a starting role this season after being a backup for two seasons, and he flourished. Hickman had two interceptions and 103 tackles for the Browns this season in 17 starts. According to PFF, Hickman graded out as a 71.6 for the 2025 season."
The Dallas Cowboys unexpectedly interviewed Browns safeties coach Ephraim Banda for their defensive coordinator vacancy despite expectations of interviewing passing game coordinators Jim Leonhard and Daronte Jones. Banda joined Cleveland in 2023 from Utah State without prior NFL experience and has rapidly become one of the team's stronger position coaches. Grant Delpit developed into an all-around safety under Banda's leadership. Ronnie Hickman Jr. flourished after being elevated to a starting role, recording two interceptions and 103 tackles in 17 starts and earning a 71.6 PFF grade for 2025. Banda's safety group has played physical, disciplined, and smart football. Cleveland would suffer a notable loss in defensive player development if Banda departs.
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