Tag: Pro Football Hall of Fame Game

Bears beat Texans in weather-shortened Hall of Fame Game

The Bears won the Hall of Fame Game over the Texans shortened by thunderstorms

The NFL preseason kicked off on Thursday in Canton, Ohio, with the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Game. The contest didn’t last the full 60 minutes as weather rolled in and ended the game with 3:31 left in the third quarter with the Chicago Bears leading the Houston Texans, 21-17.

For those counting, the NFC North team defeated the AFC South champions in a game ended by Mother Nature.

A thunderstorm hit the area and player were told to leave the field and fans were instructed to seek shelter. Thirty-six minutes later, the game was called.

In the meaningless stats department, Chicago got three touchdown passes from Brett Rypien, who went 11-of-15 for 166 yards. Bears starters, including No. 1 overall draft pick QB Caleb Williams from USC, did not play. Collin Johnson caught two TD passes.

The Texans led 17-7 in the second quarter but saw the lead evaporate as Chicago scored the final two days of the contest.

The game marked the first with new NFL kickoff rules. Of the eight kickoffs, none were returned beyond the 32.

3 players who hurt their stock in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game

These three players were disappointing in Thursday’s game

Thursday’s Pro Football Hall of Fame Game saw the return of football after a long offseason as the Cleveland Browns beat the New York Jets 21-16. Both teams didn’t play many of their starters electing to play younger players and those that are on the fringe of making the roster. Some drastically increased their play with solid play and showed coaches things they were hoping to see in camp and the preseason.

However, there were also some players that make you feel like they should look elsewhere in terms of who makes the roster at that position. Three players stood out ad the most disappointing during Thursday’s preseason game.

PFF’s 10 highest-graded defenders in Pro Football Hall of Fame Game

There was plenty to like from the defense on Thursday

The return of football didn’t bring any starters with it but there was still plenty to like for the Cleveland Browns during Thursday’s Pro Football Hall of Fame Game victory over the New York Jets. The Browns had several players flashing during the game including linebacker Tony Fields II who was flying all over the field. Edge Alex Wright looked faster off the line of scrimmage and made several nice plays against the run.

But according to PFF, some of the best play came from the defensive backs including rookie fifth-round pick Cameron Mitchell. Let’s take a look at the 10 highest-graded Browns defenders according to PFF from the victory over the Jets.

5 takeaways from Kevin Stefanski, Dorian Thompson-Robinson postgame media availability

Five takeaways from Kevin Stefanski and Dorian Thompson-Robinson meeting with the media after the Browns win.

After the Cleveland Browns beat the New York Jets in a second-half comeback in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game, the team sent out head coach Kevin Stefanski, and rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson to address the media. The two shared their thoughts on the team’s win.

Here we take a look at the biggest takeaways from those media availabilities.

LOOK: Best pictures from Browns’ Pro Football Hall of Fame Game win vs. Jets

Here are the best shots from the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game win over the Jets

The first preseason game has come to an end for the Cleveland Browns (who get an extra one this summer) as they defeated the New York Jets in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game by a score of 21-16. The rookies put on a show, especially quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson and offensive tackle Dawand Jones, as the Browns got a great showing from their depth pieces.

Here are some of the best pictures taken of the game as the Browns now get back to work in training camp to get ready for their next outing.

4 Downs: Takeaways from the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game vs. Jets

What are the biggest takeaways from the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game?

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Game has now come and gone as the Cleveland Browns have beat the New York Jets by a score of 21-16. While 37 players did not dress, including every player who is expected to contribute in a significant manner, we did get to see every member of the 2023 NFL draft class.

On the heels of celebrating legendary left tackle Joe Thomas, what stood out the most from this game against the Jets?

We are officially back as we bring you the first 4 Downs of the 2023 season!

WATCH: Dorian Thompson-Robinson catches fire, hits Austin Watkins for six

What a debut for the fifth round rookie quarterback!

The Cleveland Browns drafted Dorian Thompson-Robinson out of UCLA to be the backup to Deshaun Watson in the future. And he has had quite the debut in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game against the New York Jets. Connecting with Austin Watkins, Thompson-Robinson throws his first career touchdown (even if it is an exhibition game).

He now sits 7-10 for 75 yards, running for another 30 as well.

The Browns now lead the Jets 16-21 with nine minutes left in the game.

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WATCH: Rookie CB Cam Mitchell forces turnover on downs with electric breakup

The rookie wasn’t letting the Jets get a fresh set of downs in the third quarter

For the third consecutive draft, general manager Andrew Berry selected a cornerback and the second from Northwestern in Cameron Mitchell. Getting his first action as a member of the Cleveland Browns against the New York Jets in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game he forced a turnover on downs breaking up a fourth down attempt by Jets quarterback Tim Boyle.

Mitchell was playing from the slot which is something the team hopes he can do down the road. With no true slot corner on the roster getting the rookie going from that position could come in handy. The turnover keeps the Hall of Fame game a two-point game heading into the final quarter.

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CB Thomas Graham Jr. leaves game with ankle injury

Thomas Graham Jr. leaves Browns-Jets game due to ankle injury.

Cleveland Browns cornerback Thomas Graham Jr. suffered an ankle injury during the Thursday night Pro Football Hall of Fame Game against the New York Jets. He will not return. He becomes the second player to leave the game.

The third-year cornerback had a rough game, giving up a 57-yard pass to Malik Taylor and Zach Wilson in the first quarter. The long completion would set up a field goal to expand the Jets’ lead to six points. Thomas Graham Jr. is one of the many players fighting to make the team. Graham Jr. played in seven games for the Browns during the 2022 season, serving primarily as a special teams player. Hopefully, the injury isn’t too debilitating for the young defender.    

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WATCH: Dorian Thompson-Robinson shines as Demetric Felton caps off drive

Demetric Felton finds paydirt!

After a slow start under quarterback Kellen Mond, rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson sparked the offense as they found the endzone on his first drive in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game. Cooking the New York Jets to the edge, running back Demetric Felton found paydirt in the third quarter in Canton, Ohio.

Also, keep a close eye on quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson as he throws a big block to spring Felton free into the endzone. The Browns now trail the Jets 16-14.

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