Who is Jeff Monken?
Jeff Monken is the head football coach of the Army Black Knights at the United States Military Academy, where he has led a major turnaround built on discipline, toughness, and a distinctive run‑heavy offense.[2][3]
Under his leadership, Army has achieved historic milestones, including an 11‑win season, consecutive 10‑win campaigns, multiple bowl victories, and top‑25 finishes that re-established the program on the national stage.[1][2]
Coaching Success and Program Impact
Monken’s Army teams have set school records for wins across one‑ to four‑year spans and have been bowl eligible in most of the past several seasons, underscoring the consistency of the program under his direction.[1]
Beyond wins, his tenure has produced dozens of NFL players and a coaching tree of former assistants who have moved into collegiate assistant and head coaching roles, reflecting his influence as a program builder and mentor.[1]
Leadership Style and Rivalry Moments
Monken is known for his powerful speeches and emphasis on culture, brotherhood, and mental toughness, themes he highlights when discussing how his teams navigate adversity over a long season.[1][4]
His intensity and emotional investment are most visible in the Army–Navy Game; after a painful loss he said it would take a full year and “probably a lifetime” to get over, and Army now approaches the rematch seeking revenge and a chance to spoil Navy’s strong season.[5]