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Browns report card after Steelers loss is every bit as ugly as you’d expect

The Cleveland Browns were outplayed from start to finish in a 27-6 loss to the Steelers. Here's how each position group graded in Week 8.

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 2:00 PM
Browns report card after Steelers loss is every bit as ugly as you’d expect
Key Things to Know
  • Dawg Pound Daily issued poor grades to the Cleveland Browns following an ugly 27-6 loss against the Steelers.
  • Quarterback Deshaun Watson suffered eight sacks and lost an early fumble without scoring any touchdowns.
  • The offensive and defensive lines received an F grade after Cleveland allowed 200 rushing yards and gained just 34.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dawg Pound Daily evaluated the Cleveland Browns with low marks following an embarrassing 27-6 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Writer John Suchan criticized the team's lack of effort, noting that quarterback Deshaun Watson was sacked eight times and failed to reach the end zone despite accumulating 324 passing yards. The defeat prevented Cleveland from securing its first regular-season victory in Pittsburgh since 2003.

The writer gave an "F" grade to both the offensive and defensive lines, pointing out that Pittsburgh ran for 200 yards while Cleveland managed only 34 rushing yards. The running backs and secondary each received a "D" grade, marked by missed tackles including a touchdown run by Jaylen Warren. Tight end Harold Fannin Jr. stood out with 154 receiving yards, and special teams earned the team's lone "A" grade.

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