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Browns Playoff Journey: From Bengals Loss to Wild Card Showdown with Texans

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From a disappointing loss to the Bengals to an exciting playoff matchup with the Texans, the Browns' season takes a thrilling turn!

The Cleveland Browns faced a tough defeat against the Cincinnati Bengals in their last regular-season game, falling 31-14. Despite the loss, Browns fans remain loyal as the team prepares for the playoffs. With key players resting in the season finale, the Browns are gearing up for a wild card game against the Houston Texans. The upcoming playoff clash promises excitement and anticipation.

In a surprising twist, the Browns announced their wild card game against the Texans after a remarkable performance by rookie QB C.J. Stroud. The Texans clinched a playoff berth with a win against the Colts, setting the stage for an AFC showdown with the Browns. The postseason matchup is set to be a thrilling encounter between two competitive teams.

As the Browns head to Houston for the playoffs, the excitement continues to build. Fans are eager to see how the team, led by veteran QB Joe Flacco, will fare in the postseason. The Browns' journey from the Bengals loss to their playoff appearance has been filled with ups and downs, adding to the anticipation of their wild card game.

In a dramatic turn of events, the Texans and Browns are set to face off in the AFC Wild Card game, marking a pivotal moment in both teams' seasons. Super Wild Card Weekend will kick off with this exciting matchup, setting the stage for an intense battle on the field. The Browns' playoff journey is just beginning, with fans eagerly awaiting their performance in the postseason.

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Browns fall to Bengals 31-14 in last regular season game (fox8.com)

*Related video above: The Browns' first playoff game is on the road but a home playoff game isn't out of the question if they win the wild card game*.

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Bengals, Browns announce inactive players head of season finale at ... (WLWT Cincinnati)

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins highlights the list of inactive players for Sunday's season finale against the Cleveland Browns.

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Browns announce inactives for Week 18 vs. the Bengals (clevelandbrowns.com)

CB Mike Ford Jr. DE Myles Garrett. FLIPCARD CHANGES: Placed LB Anthony Walker Jr. on injured reserve. Signed DE Sam Kamara to active roster from practice squad

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Browns fans stay loyal in Bengals Territory (Spectrum News 1)

CINCINNATI — While nothing will be determined this weekend in the Cleveland Browns-Cincinnati Bengals game — with a postseason spot already clinched ...

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Browns at Bengals instant analysis: Bengals up two scores after first ... (Akron Beacon Journal)

The Browns get set for the playoffs by resting a number of players in Sunday's regular-season finale at the Bengals. Follow along here for updates.

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Bengals vs. Browns odds, picks, how to watch, live stream, time ... (CBSSports.com)

TV channel, NFL best bets, streaming info, picks, kickoff time for Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns in Week 18.

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Browns vs. Bengals preview: Predictions, odds, injury news how to ... (USA TODAY)

The Bengals (8-8) host the Browns (11-5) in the Week 18 edition of Sunday football. Here's what to know.

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Browns at Bengals: 5 things to know about today's Battle of Ohio (Dayton Daily News)

The Cincinnati Bengals made clear this week that although their playoff hopes have already been crushed, they still have plenty to play for when they.

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Here's who the Browns will rest in their regular-season finale against ... (News 5 Cleveland)

The Cleveland Browns are down in Cincinnati for their final regular-season game, but they won't be playing a handful of starters as they rest in preparation ...

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Browns, Bengals inactives for Week 18: Tee Higgins, Elijah Moore ... (Dawgs By Nature)

Cleveland Inactives Plus Not Playing For Sure · DE Myles Garrett · WR Amari Cooper · WR Marquise Goodwin · QB Joe Flacco - Expected not to play · K Dustin Hopkins ...

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Bengals Announce Inactives Ahead of Season Finale Against Browns (Sports Illustrated)

He suffered a hamstring injury last week against the Chiefs. Chidobe Awuzie is also inactive due to shoulder and calf injuries. Chris Evans, Trey Hill, D'Ante ...

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Bengals vs. Browns Inactives: Tee Higgins and Chidobe Awuzie out (Cincy Jungle)

Higgins is officially out in what may be his final game on the Bengals sideline.

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Browns will face the Texans in Wild Card game (clevelandbrowns.com)

The Texans beat the Colts Saturday night 23-19 and clinched a playoff berth. Rookie QB C.J. Stroud completed 20 of 26 passes for 264 yards and two touchdowns.

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Cleveland Browns heading to Houston to open playoffs against AFC ... (Akron Beacon Journal)

The Browns will open the AFC playoff with a wild card game at the Houston Texans, who won the AFC South when Jacksonville lost to Tennessee Sunday.

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Bengals Finish Off Winning Season In Winning Fashion, 31-14 Over ... (Bengals.com)

On a grand day for rookies and milestones Sunday at Paycor Stadium, the Bengals played their first game of 2024 the way they envision playing the upcoming ...

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Locked in: The Browns will play the Houston Texans in the first ... (News 5 Cleveland)

The Cleveland Browns entered their regular-season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals with the No. 5 seed secured.

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By the numbers: Brown did not have a play in the red zone vs. the ... (clevelandbrowns.com)

31— QB Jeff Driskel found WR David Bell in the end zone for a 31-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter, giving the Browns their first score of the game. 68 ...

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Browns vs. Texans playoff preview: AFC rematch in wild-card round (USA TODAY)

The Houston Texans and Cleveland Browns met earlier this season, but the AFC South champions were without C.J. Stroud in that matchup.

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Browns vs. Texans: Odds and how to watch AFC Wild Card game (USA TODAY)

The Houston Texans (10-7) host the Cleveland Browns (11-6) in the Wild Card Round of the NFL playoffs on Saturday/Sunday. Here's everything you need to ...

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Bengals score 31-14 win over Browns to clinch winning record (Cincy Jungle)

That meant this game ended up being Jake Browning facing off against former-Bengals' quarterback Jeff Driskel. The Bengals at least wanted to go out with a bang ...

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Texans set to host Browns on Saturday afternoon in Wild Card Playoff (HoustonTexans.com)

The game will be broadcast on NBC, and it features the AFC South Champion Texans against a Cleveland bunch that won 11 games in the 2023 regular season. This is ...

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With Browns resting starters for postseason, motivated Bengals earn ... (Warren Tribune Chronicle)

CINCINNATI — With a mostly meaningless loss to the Bengals in the books, the Browns could turn their attention to preparing for their first playoff game in ...

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With Browns resting starters for the playoffs, motivated Bengals win ... (Spectrum News 1)

CINCINNATI (AP) — Jake Browning threw three touchdown passes, Joe Mixon rushed for a season-high 111 yards and a score, and the Cincinnati Bengals got an ...

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Browns vs. Texans Wild Card playoff game time officially announced (clevelandbrowns.com)

Cleveland will travel to Houston to face the Texans on Jan. 13 at 4:30 p.m..

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Browns turn page on regular season to playoff matchup with Texans ... (Akron Beacon Journal)

The Browns finished off the regular season with a preseason-like loss to the Bengals. Now their focus can turn to their playoff rematch in Houston.

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With Browns resting starters for the playoffs, motivated Bengals win ... (The Steubenville Herald-Star)

CINCINNATI (AP) — With a mostly meaningless loss to the Bengals in the books, the Browns could turn their attention to preparing for their first playoff ...

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Fun just beginning for Browns, who open playoffs Saturday at Houston (Chronicle Telegram)

They went 11-6, started five quarterbacks — a franchise first — rediscovered the magic of soon-to-be-39-year-old quarterback Joe Flacco and survived a series of ...

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Houston Texans vs. Cleveland Browns: Date, kick-off time, stream ... (DAZN News US)

Super Wild Card Weekend starts with a game between the Houston Texans and Cleveland Browns. The Texans defeated the Indianapolis Colts on Sat...

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Browns vs. Texans odds, line, time: 2024 NFL Super Wild Card ... (CBSSports.com)

SportsLine's model just revealed its NFL playoff picks for Houston Texans vs. Cleveland Browns on Saturday during Super Wild Card Weekend 2024.

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Browns' opponents for the 2024 season are set (clevelandbrowns.com)

Cleveland will face opponents next season from the AFC West, NFC South and more.

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