{
  "id": 5350947,
  "title": "Browns rookie WR is working the Zay Flowers role for Todd Monken",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/browns-rookie-wr-is-working-the-zay-flowers-role-for-todd-monken",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-03T14:55:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/browns-rookie-wr-working-zay-145530255.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Cleveland Browns made a dual selection at the wide receiver position during the 2026 NFL Draft, choosing Texas A&M's KC Concepcion 24th overall and Washington's Denzel Boston 39th overall. Both rookies showcased their skills during the preseason, but one of them might be used in a role reminiscent of a former Browns player, Todd Monken. ESPN's staff analyzed all the draft selections from April and found that Concepcion has been utilized by Monken in a style similar to how he developed Zay Flowers in Baltimore. Concepcion is being deployed with a high degree of motion and a diverse number of playing opportunities. Monken envisions Concepcion as a versatile asset on his rookie squad, potentially even as a punt returner. Monken emphasized the importance of finding multiple ways to keep Concepcion engaged with the ball, highlighting his explosive talent, quickness, and contact balance. He is confident that Concepcion will become a significant asset for the Browns. Concepcion was among the top three receivers selected, following Jordyn Tyson (8th overall) and Makai Lemon (20th overall). The article, originally published on Browns Wire, highlights the Browns' strong belief in Concepcion's potential and his early role in Monken's offensive scheme.",
  "summary": "Is this Browns rookie WR going to be used similarly to Zay Flowers?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Mike Hall Jr. back on field, finding new role on Browns defense",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/mike-hall-jr-back-on-field-finding-new-role-on-browns-defense",
        "published": "2026-09-02T19:32:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}