Spencer Fano makes NFL debut in Browns' preseason opener against Bears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 10:04 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
FootballSpencer Fano played his first NFL game on August 15, competing in the Browns' preseason opener at the Chicago Bears. After the game, he expressed enjoyment despite pre-game nerves. Fano, selected ninth overall in the April draft, played exclusively at left tackle, amassing 33 snaps, including 18 in passing situations. Browns coach Todd Monken noted that Fano performed well against different defensive looks compared to practice, a crucial aspect for his development.
- •Fano allowed two pressures during the game.
- •He played the entire first half while Deshaun Watson was in.
- •Fano has been training primarily at left tackle since joining the Browns.
- •The Bears defense provided new challenges for Fano's first game.
- •Browns focused on building Fano's confidence at left tackle.
- 10:04 AMYahoo Sports — Spencer Fano's 1st NFL game? 'Just the same thing as really any level'
"Spencer Fano made his NFL debut in the Browns' preseason opener at Chicago. He talked about the experience in the postgame locker room.
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