Browns score late touchdown to secure win against Panthers

The Cleveland Browns defeated the Carolina Panthers 21-18 on September 27, 2026. Deshaun Watson connected with Harold Fannin Jr. for a 14-yard touchdown with just 1:48 left in the game. Cleveland took an early lead with a field goal and a touchdown pass to increase their advantage to 10-0. The Panthers fought back, taking the lead into the fourth quarter after making several field goals and a touchdown. However, a subsequent touchdown and a successful two-point conversion in the final minutes clinched the victory for the Browns. Ronnie Hickman's interception sealed the win with nine seconds remaining. Cleveland will face the Pittsburgh Steelers next in Thursday Night Football.

• 10:27 PMYahoo Sports — Browns score 4th quarter touchdown to upset Panthers