Browns’ Todd Monken Makes Statement on Defense Minus Myles Garrett

Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken addressed the defense's strong performance following the offseason trade of star pass-rusher Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. During his Monday press conference, Monken rejected the notion that the defense is better without Garrett, instead praising his squad's physicality, effort, and collective chemistry following a key Week 6 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.

The Browns currently rank seventh in points allowed despite losing former defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz and Garrett. Monken credited new defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg with adjusting play-calling on the back end, while highlighting the unit's resilience after giving up opening-drive scores in recent weeks.