Bears top Browns 34-10 in preseason opener as Watson struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Chicago Bears defeated the Cleveland Browns 34-10 in both teams' first preseason game on August 15, 2026, at FirstEnergy Stadium. Deshaun Watson showed promise early but faltered later, culminating in a critical fumble. The Browns' offensive line struggled with run blocking, and rookie receiver KC Concepcion had a strong performance. The game saw interceptions and defensive concerns, especially in the secondary. Cleveland's new head coach Todd Monken appeared willing to take risks on fourth downs amidst these evaluations.
- •Deshaun Watson started strong but had inconsistencies leading to a fumble.
- •KC Concepcion showcased speed and scored a touchdown.
- •Browns' offensive line struggled, particularly with run blocking.
- •Michael Coats Jr. intercepted a pass but left with an ankle injury.
- •Todd Monken exhibited aggressiveness on fourth downs in the preseason.
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