Browns' Todd Monken shows blend of old-school discipline and modern coaching

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Browns' Todd Monken shows blend of old-school discipline and modern coaching
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Todd Monken is in his first training camp as head coach of the Cleveland Browns, adapting his communication style to a modern roster. Players, including Quincy Williams, appreciate Monken's straightforward approach, while owner Jimmy Haslam expressed early support for him. Monken plans a different practice approach compared to his predecessor, Kevin Stefanski, emphasizing adaptability to player needs. As training continues, Monken promotes a blend of traditional coaching discipline and modern analytics.

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  • Todd Monken is leading his first training camp for the Browns.
  • Monken is known for his straight communication style with players.
  • Owner Jimmy Haslam endorsed Monken’s candidacy from the start.
  • Practices will not follow previous models, focusing on player adaptability.
  • Monken balances old-school methods with modern analytics in coaching.
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Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam revealed Todd Monken "was my favorite from the get-go" in the coaching search the team conducted in January.

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