Denver Broncos Spoil Cleveland Browns’ Night, Win 41-32
By PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer
Game Summary
The Denver Broncos spoiled career-best performances by Cleveland quarterback Jameis Winston and wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, beating the Browns 41-32 on Monday night. Ja’Quan McMillian returned an interception 44 yards for a game-sealing touchdown with 1:48 remaining.
Winston’s Electric Night
Winston threw for a franchise-record 497 yards and four touchdowns, and Jeudy had nine catches for 235 yards – the most in NFL history by a receiver against his former team – and a TD. Jeudy played his first four seasons with Denver after an offseason trade and was booed every time he caught the ball.
Jeudy’s Record-Breaking Performance
Jeudy’s 235 receiving yards are the most in NFL history by a receiver against his former team. He also caught a 2-point conversion to get the Browns within 28-25.
Nix’s Struggles
Bo Nix finished with 294 yards passing, including a gorgeous deep ball from his own end zone that Marvin Mims Jr. hauled in for a 93-yard touchdown. Nix also threw two picks.
Broncos’ Comeback
The Broncos (8-5) enter their bye week in the seventh and final playoff spot. Denver has a 76% probability of making the postseason, according to the NFL. The team hasn’t been in the playoffs since winning the Super Bowl after the 2015 season.
Conclusion
The Denver Broncos’ defense came up big in the fourth quarter, with McMillian’s pick-six sealing the win. The team’s offense struggled to find consistency, but Nix’s deep ball to Mims Jr. provided a spark. The Broncos’ victory keeps them in the playoff hunt, while the Browns (3-9) fall to 2-3 under Winston.
FAQs
Q: What was the final score in the game?
A: Denver Broncos won 41-32
Q: Who threw for a franchise-record 497 yards and four touchdowns for the Browns?
A: Jameis Winston
Q: Who had a record-breaking performance for the Browns?
A: Jerry Jeudy, with 9 catches for 235 yards and a TD
Q: Who returned an interception 44 yards for a game-sealing touchdown for the Broncos?
A: Ja’Quan McMillian
