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Browns Pull Off Late Rally to Edge Ravens 13-10
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Game Overview
The Cleveland Browns rallied from a 10-0 deficit to defeat the Baltimore Ravens 13-10. After falling behind on the Ravens’ first two possessions, Cleveland entered the fourth quarter with just 107 total yards. A forced fumble by linebacker Carson Schwesinger gave the Browns possession at the Baltimore 35. Audric Estime’s 2-yard touchdown run tied the game at 10-all with 8:33 left. Deshaun Watson then led a 62-yard, 10-play drive, culminating in Andre Szmyt’s 37-yard field goal on the final snap to secure the win.
Background & Context
Todd Monken entered his first season as Cleveland’s head coach after three years as the Ravens’ offensive coordinator. The Browns entered the matchup 4-2, matching the Ravens’ record and sitting atop the AFC North alongside Pittsburgh. Monken’s early emphasis on player confidence was already bearing fruit, with four wins by mid-October—all decided in the closing moments.
Data & Statistics
- Quarterback performance: Watson completed 16 of 26 passes for 164 yards.
- Team yardage: Cleveland amassed only 107 yards before the fourth quarter; Baltimore finished with 165 passing yards (Huntley 19-31, 165 yards).
- Scoring summary: Ravens led 10-0 on a 2-yard touchdown pass to rookie tight end Josh Cuevas and a 34-yard field goal by Tyler Loop. Browns’ points came from Estime’s rushing TD and Szmyt’s 37-yard field goal.
- Special-teams: Szmyt’s first attempt from 48 yards was blocked; a subsequent off-side penalty moved the ball five yards closer for the successful try.
- Turnovers: Derrick Henry’s first fumble of the season set up the Browns’ comeback; the Ravens failed to convert on two subsequent drives.
Official Statements & Responses
Coach Monken praised the team’s resilience, noting that the group’s “scrappy” effort and willingness to play through the entire game created the opportunity for a win. He highlighted the importance of belief among the players, saying the collective mindset makes the squad special. Quarterback Watson expressed a desire to be the catalyst for success, acknowledging fan expectations for better play while emphasizing the significance of securing a division-rival victory at home.
Verbatim Quotes
- “For some reason, just the way our guys work and the way they believe, there’s something about this group that makes them special,” — Todd Monken, flaws in coach
- “Our guys are a scrappy group and they played their rear ends off for 60 minutes,” — Todd Monken, flaws in coach
- “I want to be the guy that makes something happen,” — Quarterback Deshaun Watson
- “I told the team, ‘Put this one on me,’” — Baltimore's Derrick Henry
Why It Matters
The victory ties the Browns with the Ravens and Steelers atop the AFC North, sharpening the division race early in the season. Securing a win against a former employer also validates Monken’s coaching philosophy and may boost morale for the remaining schedule.
Injuries & Upcoming Games
- Ravens: Wide receiver Rashod Bateman left with a shoulder injury in the second quarter; linebacker Justin Jefferson sustained a hip injury.
- Browns: Safety Grant Delpit exited in the first quarter and entered concussion protocol.
- Next opponents: The Ravens host AFC North rival Cincinnati next Sunday, while the Browns travel to Tennessee the same day.