{
  "id": 8952069,
  "title": "Browns’ Todd Monken Wise to Use Mike Tomlin As a Media Motivator",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/browns-todd-monken-wise-to-use-mike-tomlin-as-a-media-motivator",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T15:25:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Front Office Sports",
    "slug": "front-office-sports",
    "url": "https://frontofficesports.com/article/browns-todd-monken-wise-mike-tomlin-media-motivator/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken's post-game response to Mike Tomlin's criticism was not merely a reaction to the Buccaneers' upset win, but a calculated move to rally his team and fans. Monken's brusque \"Fuck that\" encapsulated the team's determination to overcome their history of failure and disappointment. By targeting Tomlin and the organization's past missteps, Monken aimed to instill a winning mentality in his players and the Cleveland community. He emphasized his support for disgruntled quarterback Deshaun Watson and his belief in the entire roster. Monken's words resonated with fans and fellow coaches alike, who praised his savvy use of the media platform to effect change. Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, while gracious in his response, acknowledged his ability to motivate players even from the sidelines. Monken's strategy may have worked, as the Browns found an unconventional way to bounce back from a devastating Week 1 loss.",
  "summary": "The Browns upset the Buccaneers 24–19 on Sunday.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Browns HC Todd Monken claps back at Mike Tomlin barb after win over Bucs: 'Browns are gonna Browns — f*** that'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/browns-hc-todd-monken-claps-back-at-mike-tomlin-barb-after-win-over",
        "published": "2026-09-21T00:17:04.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Newsweek",
        "title": "Browns HC Todd Monken Has Fiery Clap Back for Mike Tomlin After Bucs Upset",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/browns-hc-todd-monken-has-fiery-clap-back-for-mike-tomlin-after-bucs",
        "published": "2026-09-21T14:45:34.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "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."
}