Cleveland
Browns
0-0
45
FINAL
9
Tampa Bay
Buccaneers
0-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 15d ago
In a dominating performance, the Cleveland Browns triumphed over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a final score of 45-9, showcasing their offensive prowess in Week 2 of the 2026 season. This win not only solidifies the Browns’ early season momentum but also sends a clear message that they are contenders in the league. Cleveland's offense was led by quarterback Justin Fields, who threw for an impressive 349 yards and three touchdowns, orchestrating a well-balanced attack. Joe Mixon contributed significantly on the ground with 84 rushing yards, while Germie Bernard shined as the top receiver, racking up 171 yards and finding the end zone. The combination of Fields’ precision passing and Bernard’s explosive plays kept the Buccaneers' defense on their heels throughout the game. Defensively, the Browns made their mark with a strong showing, highlighted by JT Tuimoloau’s 1.5 sacks and D.J. Reed's interception that shifted the momentum in Cleveland's favor. The turning point came in the second quarter when Reed's pick led to a quick touchdown, effectively putting the game out of reach for Tampa Bay. Meanwhile, Eric Stokes led the Buccaneers with 11 total tackles, but it wasn’t enough to halt the onslaught from the Browns.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Justin FieldsQB402665%34930117.6
Malik WillisQB311755%2010161.3
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Joe MixonHB12847.0422190
Ashton JeantyHB88110.1310230
Jaydon BlueHB11565.1270200
Samaje PerineHB12121.0141210
Justin FieldsQB2136.5—080
Malik WillisQB294.5—050
Reggie GilliamFB166.0—060
Malik DavisHB850.6—030
Colston LovelandTE000.0—000
Luke MusgraveTE000.0—000
Germie BernardWR000.0—000
Jared WileyTE000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Germie BernardWR1017117.1802420
Calvin AustinWR58116.2110240
Colston LovelandTE67011.7211240
Xavier WorthyWR24824.0120291
Kayshon BoutteWR34615.390270
Jaxon Smith-NjigbaWR24120.550231
Luke MusgraveTE33210.780140
Tez JohnsonWR22110.550120
Jaydon BlueHB3103.38040
Jack BechWR188.0—080
Darius SlaytonWR177.0—070
Joe MixonHB263.0—080
Ashton JeantyHB155.05050
Jake TongesTE122.0—020
Jared WileyTE122.0—020
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jake BatesK33056
Will ReichardK11651