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Browns rookie Spencer Fano set to face Jets edge rusher David Bailey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Browns rookie Spencer Fano set to face Jets edge rusher David Bailey

Summary

Browns rookie Spencer Fano is preparing for a matchup against Jets edge rusher David Bailey as they meet on October 11 in New Jersey. Fano and Bailey, both top-10 picks in the recent draft, have a history from their college days in the Big 12 Conference. Fano will primarily be facing Will McDonald IV but remains aware of Bailey's quickness and pressure rate, which ranks high among NFL rookies. Both players bring significant potential to the game, with Bailey contributing to the Jets' struggling pass rush alongside McDonald.

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Key Details

•Fano and Bailey previously faced off as college rivals.
•Fano was drafted ninth overall; Bailey was second overall.
•The Browns and Jets will meet on October 11 in New Jersey.
•Bailey ranks ninth in pressure rate among NFL pass rushers.
•Fano has allowed one sack and nine pressures in four games.

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6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Browns rookie Spencer Fano no stranger to Jets edge rusher David Bailey

What they're saying

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Browns rookie Spencer Fano isn't likely to face his ex-college rival David Bailey much when they play the Jets. However, he's already seen plenty.
— Yahoo Sports

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