Browns struggle in Week 1 loss to Jaguars, report card grades reflect issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

The Cleveland Browns faced a challenging matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 10, resulting in a difficult loss. The Jaguars dominated the game, leaving the Browns' performance disappointing across multiple positions. Deshaun Watson's struggles, highlighted by a late touchdown, contrasted sharply with his overall inefficiency. The Browns' offensive line and defensive unit failed to pressure Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence, resulting in a difficult outing for Cleveland. Looking ahead, the Browns aim to bounce back in Week 2 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- •Browns lose to Jaguars, highlighting offensive and defensive struggles.
- •Deshaun Watson earns a D+ grade for poor decision-making.
- •Secondary earns an F after allowing four touchdown passes to Trevor Lawrence.
- •Browns prepare for Week 2 matchup against the Buccaneers.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Report Card Grades from the Browns Week 1 loss to the Jaguars
"After the Jaguars' blowout win over the Browns, our report card grades are going to be tough.
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