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Browns Coach Misses NFL Photo Shoot Due to Haircut
Todd Monken's absence from the annual NFL head coaches photo was the most Cleveland Browns way possible.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:22pm
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A cubist interpretation of the annual NFL head coaches photo, fractured into geometric shapes to reflect the comical mishap that led to one coach's absence.Cleveland TodayCleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken missed the annual NFL head coaches group photo because he was getting a haircut for the photo shoot. Monken thought he had timed it perfectly, but the photo was taken 20 minutes earlier than scheduled, leading to his absence.
Why it matters
The mishap highlights the quirky and sometimes comical nature of the Cleveland Browns organization, which has long been the subject of jokes and frustration from fans. Monken's absence from the photo is a lighthearted example of the team's tendency for small, seemingly avoidable mistakes.
The details
According to reports, the NFL head coaches photo was scheduled for noon Pacific time on Monday. Monken was getting a haircut specifically for the photo, but the meeting before the photo shoot ended early, leading to Monken missing the 20-minute window. Monken joked that he has 'plenty of incentive for going one-and-done' so he can make the photo next year.
- The NFL head coaches photo was scheduled for noon Pacific time on Monday.
- The meeting before the photo shoot ended 20 minutes early.
The players
Todd Monken
The head coach of the Cleveland Browns who missed the NFL head coaches group photo due to getting a haircut.
Sean McVay
The head coach of the Los Angeles Rams who also missed the NFL head coaches group photo.
What they’re saying
“Browns head coach Todd Monken solved the mystery on Tuesday of how he missed his first NFL head coaches group photo. Monken was actually getting a haircut expressly for Monday's photo, which is supposed to feature the coaches from all 32 teams.”
— Mark Kay Cabot, Cleveland.com reporter
“He joked he has plenty of incentive for going one-and-done, so he can make his first appearance in the photo next year.”
— Todd Monken
What’s next
Monken will have another chance to appear in the NFL head coaches photo next year if he is able to keep his job as Browns head coach.
The takeaway
Todd Monken's absence from the annual NFL head coaches photo due to a haircut is a quintessential Cleveland Browns moment, highlighting the team's penchant for small, comical mistakes. While frustrating for fans, these types of incidents also contribute to the Browns' reputation as an organization that struggles with the little things.
