The Cleveland Browns pulled off a stunning 19-17 victory against the undefeated San Francisco 49ers. Despite being without key players and starting quarterback Deshaun Watson, the Browns rallied behind quarterback PJ Walker to secure their first double-digit comeback win in over five years. The Browns' defense was instrumental in the victory, holding the 49ers to just 215 yards of offense and intercepting quarterback Brock Purdy for the first time this season.
- The Cleveland Browns secured a surprising victory against the undefeated San Francisco 49ers.
- The Browns' defense played a key role in the win, holding the 49ers to just 215 yards of offense.
- Quarterback PJ Walker stepped up in the absence of Deshaun Watson and led the Browns to their first double-digit comeback win in over five years.
PJ Walker | QB
- PJ Walker was named the starter for the Browns in place of injured quarterback Deshaun Watson.
- Walker threw a critical interception in the fourth quarter but led the Browns on back-to-back field goal drives to regain the lead.
- He finished the game with 192 passing yards.
Deshaun Watson | QB
Injury
- Deshaun Watson missed his second straight game with an injury to his throwing shoulder.
Brock Purdy | QB
1 interceptions
- Brock Purdy, the 49ers' quarterback, was intercepted for the first time this season.
Cleveland Browns
- The Browns secured their first double-digit comeback win in over five years.
- The Browns' defense held the 49ers to just 215 yards of offense.
- Despite missing key players, the Browns found a way to win.
San Francisco 49ers
- The 49ers suffered their first regular-season loss in 15 games.
- The 49ers' offense made too many mistakes and struggled against the Browns' defense.
- Head coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged the need for improvement after the loss.