Browns fail on two-point conversion in overtime loss to Saints
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Last updated Nov 9, 2026

The Cleveland Browns suffered a 23-22 overtime defeat against the New Orleans Saints on November 8 at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The game was tied at 16-16 at the end of regulation after both teams exchanged field goals and touchdowns. In overtime, Tyler Shough connected with Juwan Johnson for a 15-yard touchdown, giving the Saints a 23-16 lead. Cleveland's Harold Fannin Jr. answered back with a 39-yard touchdown catch, but the subsequent two-point conversion attempt from Shedeur Sanders was unsuccessful due to pressure from Carl Granderson. The Browns dropped to 5-4 and will host the Houston Texans on November 15.
- •Sanders went 19-of-31 for 297 yards and two touchdowns.
- •The game was tied after regulation with both teams scoring 16 points.
- •Cleveland now stands at 5-4 after the loss.
- •Next, the Browns will face the Texans on November 15.
- 3:13 AMYahoo Sports — Browns’ 2-point conversion attempt fails in overtime loss at Saints
"The Cleveland Browns fell in a close game to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.
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