Special teams errors contribute to Browns' loss against Jets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:03 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
FootballThe Cleveland Browns lost 17-12 to the New York Jets in East Rutherford on October 12. Key mistakes on special teams played a critical role in the game's outcome, particularly a fumbled punt snap by Corey Bojorquez that set up a Jets touchdown late in the fourth quarter. Despite a touchdown pass from Deshaun Watson to Denzel Boston, the Browns could not sustain momentum after missing a crucial extra point. This loss follows a similar defeat to the Jets last season, raising concerns about the consistency of their special teams. The Browns will face the Baltimore Ravens in their next game, needing to improve to remain competitive in the AFC North.
- •Browns lead 12-10 before Jets score late in the fourth quarter.
- •Bojorquez fumbled a punt snap, leading to a Jets touchdown.
- •Andre Szmyt missed an extra point after a touchdown.
- •Cleveland faces Baltimore next week in a critical AFC North matchup.
- •Both teams struggled with weather conditions during the game.
- 12:03 AMYahoo Sports — Special teams help Browns let game against Jets slip through hands
"The Browns had to massive special teams mistakes in the fourth quarter that played a role in the Jets' streak-ending win.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Oct 12, 2026, 1:08 AMDespite the loss, Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II had an exceptional game
NFL•Oct 12, 2026, 1:07 AMMike Evans’ trash talk delivers a viral highlight in 49ers’ big win
NFL•Oct 12, 2026, 1:05 AMC.J. Stroud's big day gives Texans their first win and strengthens his case for a contract extension
NFL•Oct 12, 2026, 1:04 AMChargers reach embarrassing low point franchise hasn’t hit in 23 years
NFL•Oct 12, 2026, 1:01 AMHere's how both the Giants and the Commanders turned a likely victory into a tie
FootballNFL•Oct 12, 2026, 1:00 AMDre Greenlaw could be facing another suspension