Former Browns player jokes about returning after team's rough start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:10 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Isaac Christopher Rochell, a former defensive end for the Cleveland Browns, humorously expressed interest in returning to the team after their disappointing 34-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1 of the NFL season. Rochell, who played for the Browns in 2022, made the lighthearted offer via Instagram, referencing the team's struggles under new head coach Todd Monken. Quarterback Deshaun Watson had a challenging outing, completing 16 of 22 passes for 205 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while facing significant pressure. Despite the tough start, Monken emphasized a collective responsibility for the loss and stated that he would evaluate the team's performance moving forward. The Browns next face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 20.
- •Cleveland lost 34-10 to Jacksonville in Week 1.
- •Deshaun Watson struggled, getting sacked five times.
- •Isaac Rochell jokingly offered to come out of retirement.
- •Todd Monken emphasizes team accountability after the loss.
- •Browns play the Buccaneers on September 20.
- 4:10 AMYahoo Sports — "Coming Out of Retirement": Former Browns Player Wants to Return for Todd Monken After Rough Start
"Cleveland Browns fans got a rare moment of comic relief this week after a Week 1 performance that gave them plenty to be frustrated about. Former NFL defensive end Isaac Christopher Rochell, who briefly played for the Browns during the 2022 season, posted a tongue-in-cheek offer to un-retire and rejoin the team under new head coach Todd Monken.
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