He served as defensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals ( 1976 -- 79 ) .
Howard Brinker ( died January 3 , 2004 ) was an NFL assistant coach .
Howard Brinker served as defensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals ( 1976 -- 79 ) .
Howard Brinker ( died January 3 , 2004 ) was an NFL assistant coach .