Jets news: Todd Monken reveals NY message after being passed over for HC job for Adam Gase
Todd Monken is infusing new life into the Cleveland Browns and getting the most out of quarterback Deshaun Watson. It is early, but the first-year head coach is bringing both verve and victories to one of the most mocked franchises in American sports. Another organization that resides in that category actually had an opportunity to hire him back in […] The post Jets news: Todd Monken reveals NY…
Todd Monken, the new head coach of the Cleveland Browns, shared a piece of advice he received from someone involved in the New York Jets' hiring process back in 2019. The Jets had interviewed Monken for their head coach vacancy but ultimately chose Adam Gase. Monken, reflecting on the experience, recalled what he was told: "Don't ever forget that you're a Mercedes when you look in the mirror.
You can't control if they wanted a Lexus." This wisdom has stayed with Monken as he has forged his own path, leading the Browns to early success. Although Gase's tenure with the Jets was fraught with struggles, Monken's arrival has reignited hope among Browns fans. As the teams meet in New York on Sunday, the lingering memories of the Gase era may breed some animosity among Jets supporters.
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