Panthers Rally Past Browns in Scrappy Turf War
Cam Newton looked healthy and led Carolina as Jonathan Stewart rushed for 122 yards. The Panthers defense stifled the Browns on big plays and forced key stops, while special teams miscues slightly tempered the win. A Carolina win in Atlanta would seal a playoff berth with one week to go.
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Panthers Beat Browns In Low-Scoring NFL Showdown
In a game dominated by defense and field goals, the Panthers lead 3-0 after the first quarter. Newton throws a 10-yard completion to Philly Brown and Jonathan Stewart caps drives with a 13 yard run. The Browns tie it at 3-3 in the second, Hartley adds a 43-yard FG, then Carolina retakes the lead on Newtons 2 yard run. Hartley adds a 31 yard FG in the third as Billy Winn interception sets up the drive. The Browns surge late with a 81-yard TD pass from Hoyer to Jordan Cameron, then Stewart finishes with a Newton to Olsen connection and a 13-yard rush.
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Rookies sit and struggle as Browns fall to Panthers
Browns rookie Justin Gilbert and running back Terrelle West saw limited action in the 17-13 loss to Carolina. Undrafted Pierre Desir started at cornerback with Joe Haden inactive, while Isaiah Crowell led the carries with 55 yards. Andrew Hawkins and center Ryan Seymour left with injuries as Ahtyba Rubin and Ishmaa'ily Kitchen also departed.
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Browns activate Scott Solomon to boost defense
Outside linebacker Scott Solomon was activated from the practice squad and made an immediate impact with four tackles a tackle for loss and a strip sack. Karlos Dansby praised Solomon’s effort while Solomon showed flashes in his first game. Browns notes include Dansby’s 12 tackles and Garrett Hartley’s debut.
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Browns cornerback Benjamin sparks late effort against Norman
The Browns nearly led as Benjamin beat the cornerback for a late reception and forced a fumble after a defensive misplay by Josh Norman. He also recovered the ball on the play, gaining 9 yards for Cleveland, while Hoyer praised his impact and resilience. Benjamin added a 24 yard punt return.
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Newton condemns crowd for celebrating Manziel injury
Cam Newton praised the home crowd at Bank of America Stadium but criticized the reaction to Johnny Manziel's hamstring injury in the second quarter. He called the crowd's response classless, saying hurt players deserve respect and hoping Manziel recovers. He added he would like to link up in the offseason.
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Browns loss to Panthers over disputed play sparks controversy
Browns linebacker Karlos Dansby argued a touchdown should have counted after Billy Winn intercepted a throw by Newton and handed the ball to Jordan Poyer who then ran it in. Referee Hochuli ruled Winn down and the play dead claiming Winn gave himself up. NFL spokesman Signora defended the call.
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Browns struggle as Hoyer leads late drive in loss to Panthers
Browns fall to Carolina as Brian Hoyer directs a third quarter field goal drive and an 81 yard touchdown pass to Jordan Cameron but Johnny Manziel leaves with a hamstring issue after a hard hit. Pettine contemplates the quarterback spot going forward. Hawkins and Cameron star as playmakers but the offense stalls.
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