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Browns defense impresses in 21-18 victory over Panthers

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Browns defense impresses in 21-18 victory over Panthers

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The Cleveland Browns secured a 21-18 victory against the Carolina Panthers on September 24, 2026, highlighting their strong defensive performance. Coach Todd Monken acknowledged defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg's efforts, especially as the defense pressured Panthers quarterback Bryce Young 26 times during the game. This marked the Browns' second consecutive win, improving their record to 2-1. Cleveland will face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night with both teams currently over.500.

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•Browns pressured QB Bryce Young on 52% of drop-backs.
•Harold Fannin Jr. had his first two-touchdown game.
•Cleveland hosts Pittsburgh on Thursday night.
•Browns penalized 12 times for 84 yards against Panthers.
•Deshaun Watson’s passer rating leads the league in the fourth quarter.

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11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Monken praises Browns defense for improvement over the past 2 games

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With much of the focus around the Cleveland Browns on quarterback Deshaun Watson and the offense, coach Todd Monken wants to make sure that the defense is getting its share of the credit as well. Monken gave defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg a game ball after his unit flustered Carolina quarterback Bryce Young most of the game. Cleveland pressured Young on 26 of his 50 drop-backs during Sunday's 21-18 victory over the Carolina Panthers.
— Yahoo Sportsby JOE REEDY

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Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 11:40 PM
Monken praises Browns defense for improvement over the past 2 games
With much of the focus around the Cleveland Browns on quarterback Deshaun Watson and the offense, coach Todd Monken wants to make sure that the defense is getting its share of the credit as well. Monken gave defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg a game ball after his unit flustered Carolina quarterback Bryce Young most of the game. Cleveland pressured Young on 26 of his 50 drop-backs during Sunday's 21-18 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

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