First win! Browns manage to beat Jags 18-13
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CLEVELAND (AP/WJW) — The Cleveland Browns were looking for a big win in Jacksonville after last weekend’s blowout against the Dallas Cowboys. And thankfully, in Week 2, the team was able to win, but in true Browns fashion, it was a nail-biter in the fourth, with Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence making a go of it in the final seconds of the game.
The Browns were ahead the whole game, despite a high number of penalties continuing to rain down on the team. In the fourth quarter, Cleveland was able to hold an 18-13 lead, getting the W.
Sloppy second half play, #Browns hold off the #Jaguars 18-13 for their first win of the 2024 season.
— P.J. ZIEGLER (@PJFOX8) September 15, 2024
FOX 8’s P.J. Ziegler reported during the first quarter that Deshaun Watson appeared more comfortable than last week.
Good first LONG drive for Deshaun Watson and the offense. Nice mix of run and pass for Stefanski and Dorsey. Watson looked more comfortable in that series than he did all of last week. #Browns
— P.J. ZIEGLER (@PJFOX8) September 15, 2024
The Browns and Jaguars were both trying to avoid an 0-2 hole. See photos from Sunday’s game below:
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns reacts during the first quarter at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: Jerry Jeudy #3 of the Cleveland Browns dives with the ball during the first quarter at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: James Proche II #11 of the Cleveland Browns returns a punt during the first quarter at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski looks on during the first quarter at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns throws a pass during the second quarter at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: David Bell #18 of the Cleveland Browns warms up prior to the game at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 15: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns warms up prior to the game at TrEver Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) Cleveland Browns fans cheer during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack) Cleveland Browns place kicker Dustin Hopkins (7) kicks a field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. Holding for the Browns is Corey Bojorquez (13) (AP Photo/John Raoux) Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Bell (18) is taken off the field in a cart after getting hurt against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack) Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) drops a pass as he is hit by Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd (33) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
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Myles Garrett was in the game. Earlier this week, the defensive end returned to practice on a limited basis after resting a foot injury for one day, and said Friday he’d take on Trevor Lawrence’s offense Sunday. Garrett, who has 47 sacks in the last three-plus seasons, didn’t disclose any specifics about his injury.
Cleveland’s defense couldn’t afford to be without Garrett after placing five players on injured reserve this week. Starting safety Juan Thornhill and defensive tackle Maurice Hurst II are among the group that will have to miss a minimum of four games.
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End Za’Darius Smith, who plays on the opposite side of Garrett, also was back practicing after missing Thursday’s workout with a back issue.
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While the defense plays at less than full strength, Cleveland’s offense is missing tight end David Njoku, who sprained his ankle in the opener and could miss several weeks. Njoku led the Browns in catches and receiving TDs last season.
The Browns also ruled out left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., who continues to recover from offseason knee surgery. Two-time All-Pro right tackle Jack Conklin is also out after missing the opener.
#Browns T Jack Conklin (knee) is OUT today. Not a real surprise. Expect some issues with the offensive line today with him and Jed Wills (knee) out as well.@fox8news
— John Sabol (@John_Sabol) September 15, 2024
Take a look at some of the other Browns moves made ahead of kick-off below:
INACTIVES
#17 QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson (3QB)
#25 CB Kahlef Hailassie
#67 G Javion Cohen
#71 T Jedrick Wills Jr.
#78 T Jack Conklin
#80 WR Jamari Thrash
#85 TE David Njoku
EXPECTED LINEUP CHANGES
#79 Dawand Jones starts at RT
#66 James Hudson III starts at LT
#Browns signed WR James Proche II and LB Winston Reid to the active roster. The team elevated T Germain Ifedi and TE Blake Whiteheart to the active roster and waived WR Jaelon Darden.
— P.J. ZIEGLER (@PJFOX8) September 14, 2024
There’s no question Cleveland and Jacksonville alike would love a Week 1 do-over. They’ll have to settle for a bounce-back.
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