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Todd Monken's gutsy OT call failed, but Browns coach sent the right message

Todd Monken's gutsy OT call failed, but Browns coach sent the right message
World Sports · 01:03:53 - Wednesday, 11 November 2026

USA TODAY columnist Jarrett Bell wrote an opinion piece on November 9, 2026, analyzing a controversial overtime decision by Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Monken. Bell argued that while Monken's aggressive call did not succeed, the message sent by the Browns' coaching staff was the right one for the team's direction.

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