Browns fall to Saints in overtime despite strong performances from key players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 11:10 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026

The Cleveland Browns lost to the New Orleans Saints in overtime on November 8, bringing their record to 5-4-0. Backup quarterback Shedeur Sanders started the game, showing improvement as the match progressed, finishing with 297 passing yards and two touchdowns. The Browns tied the game late in regulation with a field goal from kicker Andre Szmyt, but penalties and missed opportunities contributed to their defeat., linebacker Carson Schwesinger and receiver Denzel Boston stood out for their performances, highlighting the inconsistency of the Browns in key matchups against struggling teams.
- •Cleveland's record drops to 5-4-0 after the loss.
- •Shedeur Sanders completed 19 of 31 passes for 297 yards.
- •Andre Szmyt scored 10 of Cleveland's 22 points.
- •Carson Schwesinger recorded 15 tackles and two sacks.
- •Cleveland struggled with penalties throughout the game.
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"Critical portion of the schedule for the Cleveland Browns, and a Week 9 loss to the Saints continues the slide
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