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Todd Monken takes over as Cleveland Browns head coach at age 60

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Todd Monken takes over as Cleveland Browns head coach at age 60

Summary

The Cleveland Browns have hired Todd Monken as head coach. At 60 years old, Monken enters his first full-time head coaching role in the NFL. The organization looks to his experience with quarterbacks as a primary asset for the roster. Monken stated that he views this position as his final career stop. He brings a focus on direct communication and resolve to the team. The move marks a significant shift for the franchise as it looks to build stability within its coaching staff.

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Key Details

•Todd Monken begins his tenure as the Cleveland Browns head coach.
•Monken is 60 years old.
•The assignment marks Monken's first head coaching role.
•Monken characterized the Cleveland job as his final professional goal.

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12:29 PMESPN — Todd Monken, QBs, the Browns and a lifetime in pursuit

What they're saying

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At age 60, the first-time head coach brings to Cleveland a gritty resolve, an ability to cut through to QBs and a dream that this will be "my last job."
— ESPNby Daniel Oyefusi

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