Browns Edge Buccaneers In Defensive Struggle
Browns win 25 24 after forcing two turnovers in a tight game. Brian Hoyer threw for 300 yards and two touchdowns while rookie Taylor Gabriel set a career high with five receptions for 84 yards and a TD. Mike Glennon struggled for Tampa Bay as running game stalled.
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Browns let path to 5-3 slip with late inopportune decisions
Mike Pettine inspired the team aiming for 5-3 for the first time since 2007. Jim O Neil was burned on blitzes twice including a touchdown but adjusted the run game. Chris Tabor delivered a strong first half through special teams. Tampa Bay’s staff faced sharp criticism for not calling a run after a second-and-1 at the Cleveland 37 with two minutes left.
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Hoyer earns praise as Browns edge Buccaneers 22-17
Browns quarterback Brian Hoyer overcame boos and a tough defensive game to throw 21 of 34 for 300 yards and two touchdowns. Rookie Taylor Gabriel sealed the win with a 34 yard TD in the fourth quarter as Cleveland moved to 8-3 in the season.
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Terrance West shines in Browns win with key blocks
Browns rookie Terrance West rushed 15 times for 48 yards and delivered a pivotal 2 yard touchdown after a fourth and one. He also recorded the key blitz pickup that allowed Brian Hoyer to connect with Taylor Gabriel for a 34 yard go ahead score. West credited his improved practice week and coaches praised his increased playing time.
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Bucs fall short as Glennon falters late vs Browns
Glennon passes for 260 yards but completes 17 of 33 with two interceptions that negate two Evans long gains. Browns capitalize on a 10 point swing via a Haden tip and Gipson interception as Tampa Bay fails to convert late drives and coach Smith ruefully notes missed run calls.
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Browns steady in win as 50 rushing yards pace game
Free safety Tashaun Gipson says the Browns are taken seriously after a 50 yard rushing effort on 28 carries at 1.8 yards per rush, an improvement from 1.6 last week. Scott Petrak notes Cleveland’s rising NFL image and five wins this early.
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Browns ride stifling D into primetime showdown with Bengals
Browns defense forces eight turnovers in three games and 13 on the season. Gipson leads NFL in interceptions with six, while Haden and Whitner provide key plays. The team thrives on disciplined, opportunistic defense and special teams miscues as they chase a 6-3 record.
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