Browns' New Head Coach Faces Steep Rebuilding Task as Skeptical Fan Base Waits for Proof of Todd Monken's Credibility.
The Cleveland Browns have made their choice, naming 59-year-old Todd Monken the new head coach. Monken sold himself to team owner Jimmy Haslam and general manager Andrew Berry with a brilliant offensive mind, but it remains to be seen whether this will translate to success on the field.
As OC at the University of Georgia, Monken led the Bulldogs to two consecutive national championships in 2021 and 2022, while with the Baltimore Ravens, he helped Lamar Jackson throw for over 4,100 yards and 41 touchdowns last season. However, convincing the team's defensive players that Monken is the right man for the job won't be easy.
Browns' former DC Jim Schwartz, a finalist for the coaching job, was reportedly furious when he was snubbed in favor of Monken. Schwartz has since stated his intention to leave the Browns despite still being under contract through 2026, highlighting a deep-seated distrust among some players and staff members.
While Berry and Haslam have given Monken the opportunity to lead, there are valid concerns about his ability to unite the entire organization. With the team's defense in shambles, the biggest challenge for Monken will be restoring order behind the line.
One positive sign is the hiring of George Warhop as offensive line coach, who worked under Monken at the Ravens. This move could be a key factor in developing quarterback Shedeur Sanders and helping him reach his full potential.
However, with Deshaun Watson still on the team and struggling to regain his form, Monken faces an uphill battle to turn around the Browns' fortunes. The franchise has won only one playoff game in 27 years and hasn't enjoyed back-to-back winning seasons since 1986-89.
As Monken takes the reins of a team that went 8-26 over the last two seasons, it's essential for him to prove himself as more than just an expert on offense. With skepticism from fans and staff still prevalent, Monken will need time to build trust and restore confidence in his leadership abilities.
The Browns' new head coach has a tough road ahead, but with a solid offensive mind and some positive first moves, there's hope that he can turn the team around and bring some much-needed stability to 76 Lou Groza Boulevard.
The Cleveland Browns have made their choice, naming 59-year-old Todd Monken the new head coach. Monken sold himself to team owner Jimmy Haslam and general manager Andrew Berry with a brilliant offensive mind, but it remains to be seen whether this will translate to success on the field.
As OC at the University of Georgia, Monken led the Bulldogs to two consecutive national championships in 2021 and 2022, while with the Baltimore Ravens, he helped Lamar Jackson throw for over 4,100 yards and 41 touchdowns last season. However, convincing the team's defensive players that Monken is the right man for the job won't be easy.
Browns' former DC Jim Schwartz, a finalist for the coaching job, was reportedly furious when he was snubbed in favor of Monken. Schwartz has since stated his intention to leave the Browns despite still being under contract through 2026, highlighting a deep-seated distrust among some players and staff members.
While Berry and Haslam have given Monken the opportunity to lead, there are valid concerns about his ability to unite the entire organization. With the team's defense in shambles, the biggest challenge for Monken will be restoring order behind the line.
One positive sign is the hiring of George Warhop as offensive line coach, who worked under Monken at the Ravens. This move could be a key factor in developing quarterback Shedeur Sanders and helping him reach his full potential.
However, with Deshaun Watson still on the team and struggling to regain his form, Monken faces an uphill battle to turn around the Browns' fortunes. The franchise has won only one playoff game in 27 years and hasn't enjoyed back-to-back winning seasons since 1986-89.
As Monken takes the reins of a team that went 8-26 over the last two seasons, it's essential for him to prove himself as more than just an expert on offense. With skepticism from fans and staff still prevalent, Monken will need time to build trust and restore confidence in his leadership abilities.
The Browns' new head coach has a tough road ahead, but with a solid offensive mind and some positive first moves, there's hope that he can turn the team around and bring some much-needed stability to 76 Lou Groza Boulevard.
I'm low-key excited about Todd Monken taking over as head coach of the Browns! 
He's got a solid track record from his OC days, and that's something they really needed. But let's be real, it's gonna take more than just a good offense to turn this team around. Defense is like, super key in the NFL, you feel? And it sounds like Monken's got some work to do on that end of things. 
I'm loving the hiring of George Warhop as OL coach tho - he's a big plus! 
And hey, Deshaun Watson is a talented dude, so hopefully Monken can help him get back on track. 
The Browns have got some tough road ahead, but if anyone can do it, Monken might be the one! 
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. I like the hire of Warhop tho, that's a good move 
. Sanders got potential, and with a solid O line, he can make some magic happen 
. But Monken needs to fix defense ASAP 
. They been a disaster for years, and it's gonna take some serious work to turn that around 
. Gotta see how this all plays out, but I'm keepin' an eye 
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Schwartz might know more about what's really going on in that organization than meets the eye... also gotta wonder how Monken plans to fix the defense since it's been a disaster for years 
Warhop as o-line coach is a positive though, but can he help Watson get back on track? 
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But overall, I think Monken's got some talent around him, so maybe he'll surprise us all with a turnaround season! 
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Maybe it'll help Shedeur Sanders get his groove back and lead us to some wins 
But then we sit down, break it down, and voilà! Magic happens 
. I'm rooting for Monken to bring some magic to the Browns 
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he's proven it at uga & with lamar jackson, so im rooting 4 him 
. I was thinking about how the water is so clear when you're standing on the shore, but then you look down and it's all murky below... like life, right? 
Can someone explain to me how the NFL season works again? Like, do they just play for 8 months straight or something? 
