Winners and losers from the Browns’ 23-19 win over the Buccaneers
Cleveland.com • • sports
Key Points:
- Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's quicker decision-making and reduced time in the pocket (2.55 seconds) were key factors in the team's 23-19 victory over the Buccaneers, marking a significant improvement from his previous seasons.
- Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield struggled with deep passes, completing only 2 of 11 attempts over 20 yards, which contributed to the Buccaneers' loss as Cleveland's defense effectively pressured him.
- Cleveland's decision to attempt a fourth-and-1 run from their own 34-yard line late in the first half backfired, resulting in a turnover and allowing Tampa Bay to take a halftime lead with a field goal.
- Browns offensive tackle Tytus Howard had a poor performance, allowing four quarterback pressures and earning the lowest pass-block and run-block grades on the team, highlighting issues in protecting Watson.
- Despite a two-hour thunderstorm delay, a dedicated Browns fan remained in the stadium, symbolizing the team's grit and resilience, which was echoed in the team's strong defensive finish and postgame pride.
