Right after a fumble forced by cornerback Tony Brown II on the opening kickoff, the Cleveland Browns took advantage of the sudden change and scored on their first play from scrimmage. Quarterback Deshaun Watson completed a 24-yard pass to receiver Amari Cooper for a touchdown, giving Cleveland an early 7-0 lead.
It’s hard to script a better start for the Browns, who are looking to stack wins for the first time in 2024. After their home dominance last year, Cleveland is seeking its first win at Huntington Bank Field following the disappointment of the season opener against Dallas.
More importantly, getting Cooper on track is essential for this offense to reach its passing potential. His route running through two games has looked consistent, but rare drops and mental mistakes have left him and Watson out of sync so far. This drought wasn’t bound to last, which should give Cleveland a real boost.
