http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:55:59 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/18/browns-rally-13-10-victory-ravens/stories/20261018128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/18/browns-rally-13-10-victory-ravens/stories/20261018128#comments Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:47:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/18/browns-rally-13-10-victory-ravens/stories/20261018128 CLEVELAND — Deshaun Watson connected with Jerry Jeudy for 33 yards to set up Andre Szmyt's 37-yard field goal on the final snap, and the Cleveland Browns rallied past the Baltimore Ravens 13-10 on Sunday. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson gestures after running back Audric Estime scored a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland on Oct. 18. Cleveland Browns long snapper Rex Sunahara, left, and others pile on place kicker Andre Szmyt, second from right, after his game-winning field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland on Oct. 18. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, right, runs the ball past Baltimore Ravens safety Malaki Starks during the second half of an NFL football game in Cleveland on Oct. 18. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) celebrates after completing a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland on Oct. 18. Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devontez Walker, left, is unable to complete a catch as Cleveland Browns cornerback Myles Harden (26) defends during the first half of an NFL football game in Cleveland on Oct. 18. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/17/browns-coach-todd-monken-faces-old-team-ravens-cleveland/stories/20261017021 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/17/browns-coach-todd-monken-faces-old-team-ravens-cleveland/stories/20261017021#comments Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/17/browns-coach-todd-monken-faces-old-team-ravens-cleveland/stories/20261017021 Browns coach Todd Monken and Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley won’t be in a sentimental mood when Cleveland hosts Baltimore in an AFC North matchup on Sunday. Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken watches from the sideline against the New York Jets on Oct. 11 in East Rutherford, N.J. Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley runs from Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III on Oct. 11 in Atlanta. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson throws a pass Oct. 11 in East Rutherford, N.J. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/15/browns-rebuilt-offensive-line-work-in-progress/stories/20261015083 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/15/browns-rebuilt-offensive-line-work-in-progress/stories/20261015083#comments Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:05:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/15/browns-rebuilt-offensive-line-work-in-progress/stories/20261015083 BEREA, Ohio — The Browns realized that rebuilding their entire offensive line — a rarity in the NFL — in one season would be a massive undertaking. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is sacked by New York Jets cornerback Jarvis Brownlee Jr. on Oct. 11 in East Rutherford, N.J. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is sacked by New York Jets cornerback Jarvis Brownlee Jr. on Oct. 11 in East Rutherford, N.J. Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Tytus Howard (71) is helped off the field after getting injured against the New York Jets on Oct. 11 in East Rutherford, N.J. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/11/allen-late-22-yard-td-run-jets-defense-special-teams-come-up-big-17-12/stories/20261011104 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/11/allen-late-22-yard-td-run-jets-defense-special-teams-come-up-big-17-12/stories/20261011104#comments Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:59:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/11/allen-late-22-yard-td-run-jets-defense-special-teams-come-up-big-17-12/stories/20261011104 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Braelon Allen ran 22 yards for the go-ahead touchdown late in the fourth quarter after New York recovered a fumbled punt snap and the Jets ended a three-game skid with a 17-12 victory over the Cleveland Browns on a rain-soaked Sunday. New York Jets running back Braelon Allen celebrates after a touchdown run. New York Jets linebacker Trevin Wallace (49) celebrates after recovering a fumble. New York Jets linebacker David Bailey (31) celebrates with teammate linebacker Jamien Sherwood (44) after a sack. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/10/deshaun-watson-surprising-browns-3-game-winning-streak-jets/stories/20261010015 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/10/deshaun-watson-surprising-browns-3-game-winning-streak-jets/stories/20261010015#comments Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:16:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/10/deshaun-watson-surprising-browns-3-game-winning-streak-jets/stories/20261010015 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Deshaun Watson is making plays in the clutch, the Cleveland Browns are winning, and they’re doing it late in games. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson celebrates after the team's win against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Oct. 1 in Cleveland. New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith throws Oct. 4 against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken watches the game Aug. 27 in Cleveland. New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn is seen before a game Oct. 4 in Chicago. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/08/browns-rookie-receiver-denzel-boston-major-impact/stories/20261008097 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/08/browns-rookie-receiver-denzel-boston-major-impact/stories/20261008097#comments Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:41:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/08/browns-rookie-receiver-denzel-boston-major-impact/stories/20261008097 BEREA, Ohio — Not lacking skill or confidence, Denzel Boston entered the NFL fully expecting to do big things for the Cleveland Browns as a rookie. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) celebrates after scoring a two-point conversion against the Carolina Panthers on Aug. 27 in Cleveland. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) runs ahead of Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Zyon McCollum (27) for a touchdown Sept. 20 in Tampa, Fla. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) runs for a touchdown Sept. 20 in Tampa, Fla. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) celebrates after scoring a touchdown Sept. 20 in Tampa, Fla. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) scores a two-point conversion against the Carolina Panthers on Aug. 27 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/02/resiliency-prevails-browns-watson-sets-up-szmyt-s-56-yard-winner-vs-steelers/stories/20261002095 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/02/resiliency-prevails-browns-watson-sets-up-szmyt-s-56-yard-winner-vs-steelers/stories/20261002095#comments Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:30:54 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/10/02/resiliency-prevails-browns-watson-sets-up-szmyt-s-56-yard-winner-vs-steelers/stories/20261002095 CLEVELAND — Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns are developing a knack for coming up big in the fourth quarter. Cleveland place-kicker Andre Szmyt connects on the game-winning field goal from 56 yards with 10 seconds remaining Thursday against Pittsburgh. Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson completed 24 of 33 passes for 268 yards and a touchdown. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson celebrates after their win. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers passes under pressure from Cleveland Browns defensive end Jared Verse. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers celebrates after scoring against the Cleveland Browns during the second half. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/steelers-cleveland-matchup-aaron-rodgers-final-thursday-game/stories/20260930108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/steelers-cleveland-matchup-aaron-rodgers-final-thursday-game/stories/20260930108#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 20:26:30 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/steelers-cleveland-matchup-aaron-rodgers-final-thursday-game/stories/20260930108 BEREA, Ohio — Aaron Rodgers’ NFL farewell tour continues with his final scheduled Thursday night game when the Pittsburgh Steelers face the Cleveland Browns. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, left, on the field Sept. 27 in Pittsburgh. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson reacts after a play against the Carolina Panthers on Sept. 27 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/jared-verse-pressure-surge-browns-pass-rush/stories/20260930092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/jared-verse-pressure-surge-browns-pass-rush/stories/20260930092#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:02:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/jared-verse-pressure-surge-browns-pass-rush/stories/20260930092 BEREA, Ohio — Jared Verse is making his impact felt on the Cleveland Browns defense, even though he hasn’t had a sack. Cleveland Browns defensive end Jared Verse runs onto the field Sept. 27 in Cleveland. Cleveland Browns defensive end Jared Verse walks off the field after the Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Browns on Sept. 13 in Jacksonville. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/27/deshaun-watson-sparks-late-browns-rally-sealing-21-18-win-panthers/stories/20260927155 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/27/deshaun-watson-sparks-late-browns-rally-sealing-21-18-win-panthers/stories/20260927155#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:56:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/27/deshaun-watson-sparks-late-browns-rally-sealing-21-18-win-panthers/stories/20260927155 CLEVELAND — It came five weeks later than he thought, but Deshaun Watson earned cheers from Cleveland Browns fans. Cleveland Browns cornerback Mekhi Blackmon (29) tackles Carolina Panthers tight end Tommy Tremble (82). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/26/possible-reaction-cleveland-fans-watson-browns-panthers/stories/20260926021 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/26/possible-reaction-cleveland-fans-watson-browns-panthers/stories/20260926021#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/26/possible-reaction-cleveland-fans-watson-browns-panthers/stories/20260926021 BEREA, Ohio — The biggest question going into Sunday’s game between the Carolina Panthers and Cleveland Browns may not be about the on-field matchups. It’s probably about the reception embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson will get from fans in Cleveland’s first regular-season home game. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson warms up before a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 20 in Tampa, Fla. Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young looks to pass the ball against the Atlanta Falcons on Sept. 20 in Atlanta. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/24/deshaun-watson-browns-fans-reaction-home-opener/stories/20260924089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/24/deshaun-watson-browns-fans-reaction-home-opener/stories/20260924089#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:43:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/24/deshaun-watson-browns-fans-reaction-home-opener/stories/20260924089 BEREA, Ohio — Deshaun Watson isn’t sure what reception he will get from Cleveland Browns fans on Sunday as he makes his first regular-season home start in nearly two years. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) greets his teammates before an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 20 in Tampa, Fla. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson passes against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sept. 13 in Jacksonville. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson and offensive tackle Tytus Howard (71) celebrate at the end of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 20 in Tampa, Fla. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/20/deshaun-watson-outplays-baker-mayfield-leading-browns-23-19-win/stories/20260920112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/20/deshaun-watson-outplays-baker-mayfield-leading-browns-23-19-win/stories/20260920112#comments Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:40:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/20/deshaun-watson-outplays-baker-mayfield-leading-browns-23-19-win/stories/20260920112 TAMPA, Fla. — Deshaun Watson earned at least a few more starts for the Cleveland Browns. Cleveland Browns tight end Blake Whiteheart (86) scores a touchdown. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/19/browns-buccaneers-matchup-is-more-than-just-baker-mayfield-facing-his-old/stories/20260919016 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/19/browns-buccaneers-matchup-is-more-than-just-baker-mayfield-facing-his-old/stories/20260919016#comments Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/19/browns-buccaneers-matchup-is-more-than-just-baker-mayfield-facing-his-old/stories/20260919016 TAMPA — Baker Mayfield has become the leader and face of the franchise the Cleveland Browns hoped for when they drafted him No. 1 overall in 2018. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, right, is sacked by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Hines-Allen on Sept. 13 in Jacksonville. Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield leaves the field after a 33-27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 13 in Cincinnati. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/17/baker-mayfield-doesn-t-need-extra-motivation-facing-the-browns/stories/20260917089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/17/baker-mayfield-doesn-t-need-extra-motivation-facing-the-browns/stories/20260917089#comments Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:53:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/17/baker-mayfield-doesn-t-need-extra-motivation-facing-the-browns/stories/20260917089 TAMPA — Baker Mayfield doesn’t need extra motivation after a turnover-filled performance in Week 1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield leaves the field after a 33-27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 13 in Cincinnati. Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) fumbles as he is hit Sept. 13 in a game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/13/trevor-lawrence-throws-4-td-passes-jaguars-rout-browns-34-10/stories/20260913103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/13/trevor-lawrence-throws-4-td-passes-jaguars-rout-browns-34-10/stories/20260913103#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:40:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/13/trevor-lawrence-throws-4-td-passes-jaguars-rout-browns-34-10/stories/20260913103 JACKSONVILLE — Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars waited seven agonizing months to play another meaningful game at EverBank Stadium. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) passes. Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Montaric Brown (1) celebrates his touchdown catch. Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken looks on. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/12/jaguars-open-season-playoff-aspirations-rebuilding-browns/stories/20260912026 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/12/jaguars-open-season-playoff-aspirations-rebuilding-browns/stories/20260912026#comments Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/12/jaguars-open-season-playoff-aspirations-rebuilding-browns/stories/20260912026 JACKSONVILLE — The Jacksonville Jaguars return many of the same players, all the same coaches, and pretty much the same approach on both sides of the ball. Buffalo Bills defensive lineman DeWayne Carter (90) tips a pass from Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the second half of an NFL preseason football game Aug. 22 in Cleveland. Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the New Orleans Saints on Aug. 15 in New Orleans. Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter smiles before an NFL preseason football game against the Carolina Panthers on Aug. 21 in Jacksonville, Fla. Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken watches from the sideline during a game against the New England Patriots on Aug. 27 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/27/gabriel-green-state-cases-in-browns-preseason-victory/stories/20260828070 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/27/gabriel-green-state-cases-in-browns-preseason-victory/stories/20260828070#comments Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:49:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/27/gabriel-green-state-cases-in-browns-preseason-victory/stories/20260828070 CLEVELAND — Dillon Gabriel threw three touchdown passes — two to Luke Floriea — and Taylen Green directed a 98-yard touchdown drive to help the Cleveland Browns beat the New England Patriots 37-13 on Thursday night in the final preseason game for both teams. Cleveland’s Easton Mascarenas-Arnold intercepts a pass against New England during the first half Thursday. New England Patriots wide receiver Kyle Williams (18) catches a pass for a touchdown as Cleveland Browns defensive back D'Angelo Ross (20) defends during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Aug. 27. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Luke Floriea (81) celebrates with Raheim Sanders (35) after scoring a touchdown during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the New England Patriots Aug. 27. Cleveland Browns quarterback Taylen Green runs for a gain against the New England Patriots during the second half of a preseason NFL football game Aug. 27. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/25/deshaun-watson-named-cleveland-browns-starting-quarterback-over-shedeur-sanders-1-1/stories/20260825077 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/25/deshaun-watson-named-cleveland-browns-starting-quarterback-over-shedeur-sanders-1-1/stories/20260825077#comments Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:54:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/25/deshaun-watson-named-cleveland-browns-starting-quarterback-over-shedeur-sanders-1-1/stories/20260825077 BEREA, Ohio — Not many thought Deshaun Watson had a chance of reclaiming the starting quarterback job with the Cleveland Browns over the past 22 months. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson speaks at a press conference after an NFL preseason football game against the Buffalo Bills Aug. 22 in Cleveland. Buffalo Bills defensive lineman DeWayne Carter (90) tips a pass from Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the second half of an NFL preseason football game Aug. 22 in Cleveland. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson warms up before a preseason NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Aug. 22 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/23/briggs-real-disrespect-isnt-fans-booing-watson-its-the-browns-again/stories/20260823098 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/23/briggs-real-disrespect-isnt-fans-booing-watson-its-the-browns-again/stories/20260823098#comments Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:54:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/08/23/briggs-real-disrespect-isnt-fans-booing-watson-its-the-browns-again/stories/20260823098 First things first, let us understate the obvious: neither Deshaun Watson nor Shedeur Sanders is an especially inspiring choice at quarterback. Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) and quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) enter the field to warm up before a preseason NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills.