Winners and losers from the Browns’ 34-10 loss to the Jaguars
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Key Points:
- The Cleveland Browns started their 2026 season with a disappointing 34-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, exposing several weaknesses on both offense and defense.
- Backup quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders and Taylen Green drew attention as potential alternatives to starter Deshaun Watson, who struggled with accuracy and timing despite decent statistics; however, the team is unlikely to bench Watson soon.
- Tight end Harold Fannin Jr., last season’s leading receiver, was underutilized in the offense with only two targets, indicating a lack of strategic planning to leverage his versatility.
- Browns nickelback Myles Harden had a poor performance in coverage, allowing multiple catches and a touchdown, highlighting ongoing secondary issues following offseason personnel losses.
- Positive notes included running back Raheim “Rocket” Sanders’ impressive 74-yard kickoff return and defensive lineman Mason Graham recording his first full career sack, signaling potential bright spots amid the struggles.
