Skip to content

Detroit Lions Win Big Against Cleveland Browns

Lions_win.jpg

Lions 31, Browns 17: Matthew Stafford threw three of his four touchdown passes to rookie tight end Joseph Fauria, including the go-ahead score with 10:35 remaining in the fourth quarter as visiting Detroit continued its dominance over Cleveland.

Stafford completed 25-of-43 passes for 248 yards and Reggie Bush gained 78 yards on the ground while adding a receiving touchdown for the Lions (4-2), who improved to 15-4 in the all-time series against the Browns with their sixth win in the last seven meetings. Star receiver Calvin Johnson saw limited action after missing a game with a knee injury, making three catches for 25 yards.

Brandon Weeden was 26-of-43 for 292 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions for the Browns (3-3), who had their three-game winning streak snapped. Josh Gordon had seven receptions for 126 yards.

Fauria hauled in a 1-yard TD pass with 3:27 left in the first quarter to open the scoring and, with Detroit trailing 17-14, caught a 23-yard scoring toss from Stafford early in the fourth to put the Lions ahead for good. After David Akers kicked a 51-yard field goal to make it 24-17, Stafford hit Fauria with a 10-yard pass with 2:05 remaining to seal the victory.

Cleveland dominated the second quarter as Weeden connected with Chris Ogbonnaya on a 4-yard scoring toss and found Greg Little for a 2-yard TD with 1:20 left for a 14-7 lead. After three straight incompletions by Stafford, the Browns got the ball back and Billy Cundiff booted a 40-yard field goal eight seconds before halftime to push the lead to 10.

GAME NOTEBOOK: Cleveland has not won four consecutive games since Dec. 10, 2009-Jan. 3, 2010. … The Lions lost their previous two road contests this season. … Travis Benjamin led the Browns in rushing, gaining 45 yards on his lone carry. Veteran Willis McGahee rushed 10 times for just 37 yards.

About Post Author

From the Web

Active Aging
Protect Your Joints With These 5 Safe & Effective Exercises
Protect Your Joints With These 5 Safe & Effective Exercises
activeaging
Read more
These Techniques Can Help Combat Distraction in Aging Brains
These Techniques Can Help Combat Distraction in Aging Brains
activeaging
Read more
Why Your Golden Years Are the Perfect Time for Pet Ownership
Why Your Golden Years Are the Perfect Time for Pet Ownership
activeaging
Read more
7 Dietary Supplements that Promote Healthy Aging
7 Dietary Supplements that Promote Healthy Aging
activeaging
Read more
Healthy Living | Word in Black
6 Simple Salads for a Healthier Summer
6 Simple Salads for a Healthier Summer
healthyliving
Read more
Using Fresh Spring Produce: 10 Recipes You’ll Love
Using Fresh Spring Produce: 10 Recipes You’ll Love
healthyliving
Read more
Focus on the Present: Tips for Living in the Moment
Focus on the Present: Tips for Living in the Moment
healthyliving
Read more
Ways to Move More While Working from Home
Ways to Move More While Working from Home
healthyliving
Read more
The Caregivers
Connection and Peace Flourish in This 79-Year-Old’s Community Garden
Connection and Peace Flourish in This 79-Year-Old’s Community Garden
Joyce Randolph began a small garden with her daughter in 2013. She found that gardening is good for the mind and for building community.
By renata sago
The Caregivers
Read more
Affirmations for Aging Boldly
Affirmations for Aging Boldly
With the highs and lows that come with aging, it’s helpful to have a few go-to affirmations for inner strength.
By renata sago
The Caregivers
Read more
Yes, Your Living Space Can Be a Source of Comfort and Peace
Yes, Your Living Space Can Be a Source of Comfort and Peace
Experimenting with welcoming plants and letting go of items that you no longer need can make your living space comfortable.
By renata sago
The Caregivers
Read more
Uplifting Words if You're Ever in a Funk
Uplifting Words if You're Ever in a Funk
A funk is a period of sadness that, if addressed effectively, can encourage inner healing and draw you into the fullness of who you are.
By renata sago
The Caregivers
Read more
X