"When an NFL team hires a new head coach, there is inevitable optimism for the fanbase; even when the new guy is initially disliked, one fiery opening press conference or a few quotes is usually enough to turn at least some fans around. In reality, though, that pessimism is sometimes warranted. After all, the league usually sees at least one head coach hiring per year that doesn't make it to a second season."
"Part of the criteria for this is usually an organization that has either fallen on hard times or consistency exists in them. The Cleveland Browns, of course, fit this description. They hired now-former Ravens OC Todd Monken after a wonky head-coaching search that angered both the fanbase and incumbent DC Jim Schwartz. At 59 years old with no prior NFL head coaching experience, a bad roster, and the lack of a big persona, Monken is a prime candidate to be let go after one season."
New head coach hires often spark fan optimism, yet several recent hires fail to reach a second season. Examples include Pete Carroll's 2025 firing after a 3-14 Raiders season, Jerod Mayo and Antonio Pierce the previous year, and Frank Reich's midseason dismissal with the Panthers. The pattern suggests at least one hire per year collapses quickly. Cleveland's chaotic search led to the hire of former Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken. Monken is 59, lacks prior NFL head-coaching experience, inherits a weak roster, and lacks a dominant persona, making him vulnerable to a short tenure.
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