Browns lose in Week 5, remain in playoff hunt ahead of Ravens clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 11:47 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The Cleveland Browns fell to the New York Jets in Week 5, dropping their record to 3-2. Despite the loss, they are just outside the playoff spots, sitting behind three AFC North teams at 3-2. Cleveland holds tiebreakers against Pittsburgh and Cincinnati, keeping them in contention. They will face the division-leading Baltimore Ravens next week, which could determine their position in the standings.
- •Browns lose to Jets, now 3-2 on the season.
- •Week 6 matchup against Ravens is crucial for standings.
- •Bengals and Steelers also sit at 3-2 in the AFC North.
- •AFC playoff race is tight, with tiebreakers affecting spots.
- 11:47 AMYahoo Sports — AFC North, playoff picture: Week 5 loss doesn’t drop Browns too far
"A look at the AFC North standings and AFC playoff picture show the Cleveland Browns Week 5 loss did not drop them far
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