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Todd Monken discusses Jerry Jeudy’s limited targets early in season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 8:42 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Todd Monken discusses Jerry Jeudy’s limited targets early in season

Summary

Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken addressed Jerry Jeudy's lack of targets after two games this season, where Jeudy has run 46 routes but received only five targets. Despite being on the field frequently, he recorded no catches in Week 2 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Monken explained that the distribution of targets depends on game plans and the roles of other offensive players. Rookie Denzel Boston has become a notable contributor, leading the team in receiving yards in Week 2. Monken emphasized that Jeudy has not been forgotten, and opportunities will arise as the season progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Jerry Jeudy has run 46 routes but has only five targets.
•He made two receptions for 26 yards in Week 1 against the Jaguars.
•In Week 2, Jeudy had no catches during the win over the Buccaneers.
•Rookie Denzel Boston led the Browns with 95 receiving yards in Week 2.
•Monken plans to adjust Jeudy's usage throughout the season.

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Jerry Jeudy has been on the field plenty for the Cleveland Browns through two games. The targets, however, have not followed. Jeudy has run 46 routes, the third-most on the team; however, he has been targeted only five times. He saw the ball just once in the Browns’ Week 2 win over the Tampa Bay […] The post Todd Monken Has a Simple Explanation for Jerry Jeudy’s Lack of Targets appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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