Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken sees promise in joint practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:11 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken expressed optimism following a joint practice with the Buffalo Bills on August 20, 2026. Monken noted the team seemed to 'belong' on the field, a sentiment reflecting improvement over recent seasons. He praised the offensive line and saw signs of development in moving the ball consistently. Monken acknowledged mistakes but emphasized positive plays during the session, indicating the team could build cohesion moving forward. The Browns aim to carry this momentum into their season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 13.
- •Todd Monken is the first-time head coach of the Browns.
- •The joint practice with the Bills took place on August 20, 2026.
- •Monken felt the team showed they could move the ball effectively.
- •The Browns will face the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 13.
- 11:11 PMYahoo Sports — Cleveland Browns HC Todd Monken: ‘It looked like we belonged’
"First-time head coach liked what he saw from his team during Thursday’s joint practice against the Bills.
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