Browns vs. Texans: Deshaun Watson sloppy in return, defense creates takeaways in win

It was not pretty, but the Browns have won back-to-back games for the first time all season. What stood out the most in this win over the Texans?

The Cleveland Browns have won back-to-back games for the first time in 2022, advancing to 5-7 after defeating the Houston Texans by a score of 27-14. It was not a pretty showing, losing both Harrison Bryant and Sione Takitaki to injury.

It was also a rare one where the Browns had to rely on their defense and special teams instead of their offense, but were able to grind out a win against the 1-9-1 Texans. In this game, the defense managed to create three turnovers, including two defensive touchdowns.

While their chances of the playoffs are slim for the Browns, they are not lost with five games remaining. Before looking ahead to a divisional showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals, what stood out from the live viewing of this win over the Texans?

 

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Bengals vs. Browns instant analysis: Defense steps up, offense catches fire in second half

The Browns came away with a much-needed win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football. What stood out the most?

No David Njoku, no Wyatt Teller, no Denzel Ward, no Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, no problem. The Cleveland Browns overcame a steep injury report to come away with a massive Monday Night Football blowout against the Cincinnati Bengals.

On the day, quarterback Jacoby Brissett threw for 278 yards and a touchdown, going 17-of-22. His favorite target was once again Amari Cooper who went for a massive 131 yards and a touchdown on five catches. The Browns found a great balance, as Nick Chubb rushed for 101 yards and two touchdowns, and Kareem Hunt added 72 total yards on 15 touches amid trade rumors.

The defense stepped up huge as well, forcing two turnovers and shutting the Bengals out in the first half. What stood out most from this much-needed Cleveland win?