{
  "id": 19053932,
  "title": "Todd Monken's gutsy OT call failed, but Browns coach sent the right message | Opinion",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/todd-monkens-gutsy-ot-call-failed-but-browns-coach-sent-the-right",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T00:41:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/todd-monkens-gutsy-ot-call-004152184.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Todd Monken, the Cleveland Browns' first-year coach, made a bold decision during overtime on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. Rather than attempting to win with a two-point conversion, Monken opted for the riskier approach of going for the win. This decision, while unsuccessful, showcased a shift in the team's culture towards taking risks. The Saints ultimately won the game 23-22. Monken acknowledged that such a call involves risk, but he stands by it. He praised his team's effort and Sanders' performance as his first start of the season. Despite the loss and the missed opportunities, Monken maintains that this decision sends a strong message about the team's willingness to push boundaries.",
  "summary": "At least Todd Monken had the guts to go for broke, writes NFL columnist Jarrett Bell. The Browns are better for it.",
  "key_points": [
    "Todd Monken chose risky OT call over two-point conversion.",
    "Browns lost 23-22 to New Orleans Saints.",
    "Monken emphasizes team's risk-taking culture."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Prioritizing aggressive play over conservative scoring shifts the Browns toward a high-stakes culture that values boundary-pushing decision-making even when those tactical gambles result in immediate losses.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}