Vardell Back on Field for Browns in Loss to Jaguars
Cleveland rookie Tommy Vardell played six snaps in the 23-15 loss to Jacksonville after knee surgery last year. He reported feeling good and ready to work back up the depth chart while Rico Smith stepped up with a career high 6 catches for 106 yards and a TD as Keenan McCardell left early with a knee injury.
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Jaguars Beat Browns In Turbulent Scoring Affair
Jacksonville fans saw a 23 to 15 victory as the Jaguars built early leads on Brunell completions to Tillman and Washington’s interception return. Cleveland rallied with Testaverde passes, a Stover field goal, and late drives, but Jacksonville held on with late fourth quarter defense and a Dunbar rush.
Brunell grows into Jaguars leader in win over Browns
Jacksonville quarterback Mark Brunell starred as a mobile playmaker against Cleveland, racking up 164 yards passing and 58 rushing while converting eight third down plays. He guided the Jaguars to a 23 15 victory, with Cedric Tillman catching a first half TD and Vaughn Dunbar finishing the scoring drive. Tillman compared Brunell to John Elway, noting the quarterback’s scrambles and leadership.
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Browns players take blame after loss to Jaguars
Browns acknowledge faults after a troubled Sunday offense. They failed to convert four red zone opportunities into touchdowns, settling for three Matt Stover field goals. Leroy Heard led the rushing with 74 yards, but a fumble near the Jaguars’ 19 hurt late drive. Scott Brunell sparked Jacksonville with 168 passing yards and 58 rushing yards. Browns defense struggled on third down as Brunell produced conversion success at 71 percent. Team vows improvement and pursuit of division title despite setback.
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Browns rookie DeMarco joins Boselli in Jacksonville draft haul
DeMARCO and Boselli, two first three picks to the Browns and Jaguars respectively, bring size and promise to their teams. DeMarco, a 6-7 321-pound tackle, starred at Admiral King after Buckeye and was a second-team All-Big Ten pick, while Boselli, a 6-7 823-pound left tackle from USC, was the No. 2 overall selection. DeMarco impressed early, saying the pair expected to contribute and learn, while Burnett absorbed most of DeMarco’s pressure on Sunday. DeMarco’s high school coach recalled his rare physical gifts and bench press prowess.
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