The Cleveland Browns dominated the Cincinnati Bengals in the season opener. The 24-3 score only partially captures the beatdown they handed to their division rival. The Browns excelled in all phases of the game, including special teams. While quarterback Deshaun Watson got out to a slow start, Nick Chubb rushed for over 100 yards again, Myles Garrett was dominant again, and the Browns played complimentary football.
The Browns must build on this win as they navigate the AFC North gauntlet. They will now face the Pittsburgh Steelers (off of a loss to the San Francisco 49ers) this week on Monday Night Football before taking on the Baltimore Ravens in Week 4.
Starting strong will significantly increase their chances of making the playoffs in a year where they pushed all of their chips into the middle of the table. Before we jump ahead, however, we must highlight this week’s studs and duds.
Here are the Browns players who stood out the most in the win against the Bengals.