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Browns defense has big day from Carson Schwesinger, but yields two late TDs

The Browns’ defense forced the Saints into some mistakes, living on the edge at times. It’s still frustrating to see them hold New Orleans without a touchdown for much of the game, only to allow back-to-back touchdowns in the final…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 4:24 AM
Browns defense has big day from Carson Schwesinger, but yields two late TDs
Key Things to Know
  • Cleveland surrendered back-to-back late touchdowns in the final minute and overtime against the Saints.
  • Carson Schwesinger recorded 15 tackles, two sacks, and a goal-line forced fumble.
  • Cornerback Myles Harden tallied two sacks and a pass defended on 48 snaps.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cleveland Browns defense surrendered two consecutive touchdowns in the final minute of regulation and overtime against the New Orleans Saints. Despite the late collapse, linebacker Carson Schwesinger stood out with a dominant performance, totaling 15 combined tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble at the goal line to earn the team's highest PFF grade.

Writer Chris Pokorny notes that Cleveland's defensive tackle depth struggled without Maliek Collins, contributing to weak run defense. Cornerback Myles Harden contributed two sacks on blitzes, while safety Grant Delpit received the defense's lowest grade.

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