Browns remain in AFC playoff chase despite Week 9 loss to Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 12:37 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
The Cleveland Browns lost to the New Orleans Saints in Week 9, continuing their two-game losing streak. Despite this setback, the Browns' playoff positioning remains unchanged as they sit eighth in the AFC, tied with the New England Patriots but losing the tiebreaker. The team is third in the AFC North behind the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals, both at 6-2. Concerns around the quarterback position loom as discussions about Deshaun Watson's potential return as starter gain traction. The Browns will aim to improve their record as they head into Week 10.
- •Browns fall to Saints in Week 9
- •Cleveland holds the eighth seed in the AFC
- •Team has lost two consecutive games
- •Deshaun Watson's starting role under scrutiny
- •Next game in Week 10 against upcoming opponent
- 12:37 AMYahoo Sports — AFC playoff picture: Browns position unchanged despite Week 9 loss, out due to tiebreaker
"The Cleveland Browns lost again in Week 9, but remain squarely in the AFC playoff race heading into Week 10
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