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Browns Edge Steelers 27-24 in Thursday Night Thriller, Extending Cleveland's Streak
sports8 days ago

Browns Edge Steelers 27-24 in Thursday Night Thriller, Extending Cleveland's Streak

The Cleveland Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-24 on Thursday night, securing their third win of the 2026 season. Deshaun Watson led Cleveland with 268 passing yards, while Andre Szmyt kicked a 56-yard field goal with 10 seconds left to seal the victory. Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdowns for Pittsburgh but was intercepted on the final play. The Browns now lead the AFC North at 3-1, while the Steelers drop to 2-2.

Steelers-Browns Thursday Night Showdown Follows Porter Trade
sports8 days ago

Steelers-Browns Thursday Night Showdown Follows Porter Trade

The Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers meet in a high-stakes AFC North clash on Thursday night, both teams holding 2-1 records. The game follows the late-night trade of cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys, a move that resolved a months-long contract dispute. Analysts are split on the outcome, with some favoring Pittsburgh’s defense and others citing Cleveland’s strong fourth-quarter performance. The Browns aim to disrupt Aaron Rodgers’ quick release, while the Steelers rely on their pass rush and turnover forcing ability. This matchup could determine the early lead in the division, with the winner heading into Week 5 as a contender for the AFC North title.

Late TD seals Week 2 upset as Browns outlast Mayfield’s Bucs after weather delay
sports19 days ago

Late TD seals Week 2 upset as Browns outlast Mayfield’s Bucs after weather delay

In Week 2, the Cleveland Browns defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-19 after a long weather delay. Deshaun Watson bounced back with 24/30 for 238 yards and two touchdowns, Denzel Boston toped the receiving chart with 95 yards including a 55-yard TD, and Mason Graham and Derek Barnett pressured Mayfield. A key late fourth-down design by Todd Monken allowed Blake Whiteheart to recover and score the game-winning TD. Mayfield had some misses, penalties were trimmed, and Cleveland’s win provides momentum heading into Week 3 against the Panthers as fans celebrate a return to competence.

Watson's late TD seals Browns' 23-19 comeback in Tampa
sports19 days ago

Watson's late TD seals Browns' 23-19 comeback in Tampa

Deshaun Watson returned from his Achilles injuries to outplay Baker Mayfield and lift the Cleveland Browns to a 23-19 comeback win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa after a two-hour lightning delay. Watson went 24-of-30 for 238 yards with two touchdowns and no turnovers, including a go-ahead 17-yard TD to Blake Whiteheart late in the fourth quarter, while Mayfield threw a late interception that Cleveland turned into points as TB settled for field goals and couldn't finish the comeback.

Browns edge Buccaneers after storm delay, 23-19
sports19 days ago

Browns edge Buccaneers after storm delay, 23-19

The Cleveland Browns survived a two-hour weather delay to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-19. Deshaun Watson threw for 238 yards and two touchdowns (24-of-30) and added 22 rushing yards, while Denzel Boston had 95 receiving yards. Baker Mayfield struggled for Tampa Bay, finishing 21-of-34 for 182 yards with a TD and an INT, and a late fourth‑down attempt was negated by a holding penalty, sealing the Browns’ win as Cleveland moves to 1-1 and Tampa Bay drops to 0-2.

Lightning Delay Halts Browns-Bucs Finish as Watson Delivers Strong Effort
sports20 days ago

Lightning Delay Halts Browns-Bucs Finish as Watson Delivers Strong Effort

With 2:00 left in the fourth, a lightning delay paused the Browns-Bucs game after Cleveland led 23-19; Deshaun Watson was 24-of-30 for 238 yards with two touchdowns and added 23 rushing yards, including a 55-yard TD to Denzel Boston and a 17-yard TD to Blake Whiteheart, while Tampa Bay faced a 2nd-and-4 at Cleveland’s 28 with three timeouts when play resumes, as coach Todd Monken sought his first NFL win.

Browns Consider QB Change After Two-Game Look, Sanders Could Step Up if Watson Falters
sports20 days ago

Browns Consider QB Change After Two-Game Look, Sanders Could Step Up if Watson Falters

The Browns are weighing a quarterback change after a two-game evaluation, with Deshaun Watson set to start Week 3 but a potential shift to Shedeur Sanders if Cleveland decides to go in a new direction; the team is using the Week 3 home opener as a natural point to gauge Sanders’ long-term potential ahead of the 2027 draft, while Watson’s recent performance has fans and management reconsidering his role.

Zampese: Browns 'mucked it up' by trading Mayfield ahead of Sunday's reunion
sports23 days ago

Zampese: Browns 'mucked it up' by trading Mayfield ahead of Sunday's reunion

Browns assistant Ken Zampese says the team “mucked it up” by trading Baker Mayfield after 2021, a sentiment voiced as Mayfield faces Cleveland for the first time since his departure. Mayfield has since thrived with the Buccaneers, earned a big extension, and the Browns have rotated through multiple quarterbacks since 2023. The teams meet Sunday at Raymond James Stadium as both clubs seek a win to avoid an 0-2 start.

Browns Open 2026 With Woes: Offense, Defense Struggle in Jaguars Loss
sports25 days ago

Browns Open 2026 With Woes: Offense, Defense Struggle in Jaguars Loss

Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season left the Cleveland Browns reeling after a lopsided loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, as Deshaun Watson’s decision-making appeared slow and the offense struggled to generate big plays, while the defense showed an identity crisis without key players. With a new scheme in place and several roster changes, the performance exposed several gaps, but it’s still early enough for adjustments as the season progresses.

Jaguars Open 2026 with a Dominant 34-10 Win Over Browns
sports25 days ago

Jaguars Open 2026 with a Dominant 34-10 Win Over Browns

Jacksonville opened Liam Coen’s era with a 34-10 Week 1 victory over Cleveland, as Trevor Lawrence played efficiently, Anton Harrison anchored the line, Bhayshul Tuten ran with authority, and a relentless defense led by Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen overwhelmed the Browns; the win extends the Jaguars’ regular-season winning streak and signals a strong start for Jacksonville’s revamped roster.