Summary
The Cleveland Browns engineered a remarkable late turnaround to claim a 13-10 victory over the Green Bay Packers at Huntington Bank Field in this Week 3 NFL battle. The crowd of 65,470 witnessed a defensive slugfest that saw the Browns score all 13 of their points in the final quarter, overcoming a 10-0 deficit with timely plays and a 55-yard field goal as time expired. Special teams and aggressive defence ultimately swung the contest in Cleveland’s favour and handed the Packers their first loss of the season.
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Quarter by Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter: Cagey Opener
Defence dominated the opening quarter, with both offences failing to find rhythm. The teams combined for six punts, and neither crossed the opponent’s 30-yard line. Standout early moments included decisive run stops by Myles Garrett and Grant Delpit, and several tackles for loss forced both teams off the field early.
Second Quarter: Packers Find the Edge
The Packers opened the scoring through Brandon McManus, capping a methodical 13 play, 43-yard drive with a 39-yard field goal for a 3-0 lead. Green Bay’s drive was aided by short passes from Jordan Love and tough running by Josh Jacobs, but Cleveland halted their advance inside the red zone. The Browns’ own drives were stymied by penalty setbacks and a notable sack by Rashan Gary.
Third Quarter: Packers Take Full Control
Midway through the third, the Packers seemed to take command. Love engineered a 14-play, 71-yard touchdown drive, converting three third downs. A sharp short pass to tight end John FitzPatrick put Green Bay up 10-0 following the PAT. Meanwhile, the Browns’ struggles continued, with another sack by Green Bay’s front and a Xavien McKinney interception denying Cleveland on their best drive of the half.
Fourth Quarter: Browns’ Late Surge
Momentum swung dramatically as the Browns found life in the final frame. Quinshon Judkins sparked the hosts with a 38-yard breakaway run, leading to a 35-yard Andre Szmyt field goal. Cleveland’s defence forced a Jordan Love interception at the Packers’ 29, flipped directly into seven points as Judkins punched in a 1-yard score. Szmyt’s extra point tied the game. Following a key special teams stop and a crucial penalty, Szmyt booted a 55-yarder as time expired for the win.
Key Player Observations
Cleveland Browns:
- Quinshon Judkins (RB): Provided explosiveness with 102 rushing yards on 16 carries, including a game-changing 38-yarder and key touchdown to draw level in the fourth quarter.
- Andre Szmyt (K): Perfect on kicks, delivering clutch field goals from 35 and 55 yards, including the walk-off score.
- Grant Delpit (S): Anchored the secondary, registering 9 tackles and a pivotal interception with a 25-yard return that set up Cleveland’s go-ahead points.
- Myles Garrett (DE): Disrupted multiple drives, finishing with 1.5 sacks and several tackles for loss (including the third-down stop on the Packers’ final meaningful drive).
Green Bay Packers:
- Jordan Love (QB): Efficient early (18/24, 201 yards, 1 TD) but came undone under late pressure, including a costly interception in the fourth quarter.
- Josh Jacobs (RB): Totaled 85 yards from scrimmage (26 carries, 54 yards; 6 catches, 31 yards), but was repeatedly met by Cleveland’s linebackers in the hole.
- Rashan Gary (DE): Racked up 2 sacks and 3 quarterback hits, key in stifling Cleveland’s passing attack until late.
- Brandon McManus (K): Drilled his only field goal and all extra points but saw a potential game-winner blocked in the dying moments.
Turning Points & Key Events
- Blocked kick (4Q): With the game tied at 10, Shelby Harris blocked a 43-yard field goal attempt by McManus, keeping the Browns alive and shifting possession and momentum.
- Delpit’s interception (4Q): Grant Delpit’s leaping takeaway on a short pass by Love at the Green Bay 29 gave the Browns a short field, and Judkins found the end zone three plays later.
- Szmyt’s 55-yard field goal (end Q4): With two seconds left, Andre Szmyt’s long-range effort clinched victory, after smart time management and a quick completion set up the attempt.
Next Games & How to Bet with Paddy Power and Sky Bet
Cleveland Browns’ Next Fixture: Away at the Detroit Lions on Sunday 28 September, 18:00 BST. This will be a rigorous test for Cleveland’s new-found running game and their defence on the road at Ford Field.
Green Bay Packers’ Next Fixture: Trip to face the Dallas Cowboys on in the Sunday Night Football spotlight at AT&T Stadium.
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Final Word
The Browns’ improbable comeback—highlighted by defence, a spark from Judkins, and Szmyt’s nerves of steel—flips their season’s momentum. The Packers, meanwhile, will be reeling from costly late errors, despite controlling the game for three quarters. Both teams now shift their focus to challenging road tests in Week 4, where staying consistent and protecting the football will be paramount. With bet builders and prop bets available through partners, NFL punters can look to leverage player form and late-game drama as both clubs chase important wins next time out.