The Cleveland Browns opened the season with a bang, dominating the Cincinnati Bengals 24-3 in a defensive-minded affair. The Browns defense was the star of the show, holding the Bengals to just three points and forcing two turnovers.
Cleveland’s defensive front was relentless, sacking Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow four times and forcing him to throw three interceptions. Myles Garrett had two of the sacks and an interception, while Olivier Vernon and Sheldon Richardson each had one sack. The Browns also forced a fumble, which was recovered by safety Karl Joseph.
The Browns offense was efficient, with quarterback Deshaun Watson throwing for 219 yards and two touchdowns. He also added a rushing touchdown, his first of the season, on a five-yard scramble in the fourth quarter. Running back Nick Chubb had a solid day, rushing for 124 yards and a touchdown.
The Browns have been looking for a dominant defense to pair with their explosive offense, and it looks like they may have found it. With Garrett and Vernon leading the way, the Browns have a formidable pass rush that can disrupt any offense. If they can continue to play at this level, the Browns could be a real threat in the AFC North this season.
The Bengals, on the other hand, have a lot of work to do. Burrow was under constant pressure and his three interceptions were costly. The Bengals’ running game was also ineffective, as they managed just 64 yards on the ground.
Overall, it was an impressive performance by the Browns, who look ready to make some noise in the AFC North this season. With Watson leading the offense and Garrett and Vernon leading the defense, the Browns could be a real force in the division.
