Todd Monken jests about T.J. Watt before Browns vs. Steelers matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken made light-hearted comments about Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt ahead of their Thursday Night Football game. Monken jokingly suggested that perhaps it is time for Watt to retire, while acknowledging the challenge he and his elite defensive teammates pose. Watt has a strong track record against the Browns, with 17.5 sacks in 15 games. Both teams enter the matchup with 2-1 records after bouncing back from early season losses, setting the stage for a competitive rivalry game.
- •Cleveland Browns face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football.
- •Both teams are currently 2-1 in the season.
- •Todd Monken has previously coached against T.J. Watt in various roles.
- •Watt has 3.5 sacks through the first three games of the season.
- •This game follows wins for both teams after early losses.
- 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — Todd Monken has jokes before facing T.J. Watt: 'I think it's about time he retires'
"The Browns will face the Steelers for "Thursday Night Football" this week.
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