Browns at Texans

Franchise Hub Beat · 7d ago

In a dominant display, the Cleveland Browns topped the Houston Texans 49-20 in Week 3 of the 2027 season. With this victory, the Browns continue to assert their dominance in the league, showcasing their offensive firepower while the Texans struggle to find consistency.

Cleveland's offense was led by quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who put together a stellar performance with 417 passing yards and six touchdown throws. Supporting him was running back Mike Washington Jr., who added 106 rushing yards, while wide receiver Cam Coleman made his mark with 126 receiving yards. This trio was instrumental in building a substantial lead early in the game.

On the defensive side, the Browns turned in a strong performance, highlighted by Grant Delpit’s seven total tackles and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren’s two interceptions, which shifted momentum significantly in their favor. The game’s turning point came when McNeil-Warren picked off a pass in the second quarter, leading to a quick touchdown that pushed the Browns ahead and left the Texans reeling. Will Anderson Jr. made an impact with 2.5 sacks for Houston, but it wasn’t enough to contain Cleveland’s relentless attack.