Browns fall in power rankings after loss to Steelers in Week 8
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
The Cleveland Browns dropped to 16th in NFL power rankings following their recent loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The defeat marked their first AFC North loss of the season, dropping them by an average of 1.7 spots across various rankings. Cleveland's performance was criticized for poor showings on both offense and defense, resulting in Deshaun Watson being sacked eight times. With a record of 5-3, the Browns may need to reassess their strategies to secure their playoff hopes as they gather for upcoming games.
- •Browns drop to 16th in power rankings after loss to Steelers.
- •Cleveland suffered eight sacks and only 34 rushing yards in the game.
- •Tyson Campbell has been a key player since his trade in 2025.
- •Browns have split the season series with the Steelers.
- •Upcoming games will be crucial for maintaining playoff prospects.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Week 9 Browns NFL Power Rankings: Cleveland falls 2 spots after bad loss
"Cleveland suffered a setback against the Steelers, but it’s time to regroup.
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