Cleveland Browns End 635-day Losing Streak with Win over New York Jets

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The Cleveland Browns came from behind to end their 635-days losing run with a 21-17 win over the New York Jets Thursday night.

Rookie Baker Mayfield starred the Cleveland-based team to their first win almost two years. The last time Browns won was on the eve of Christmas in 2016, defeating the Los Angeles Chargers 20-17. Last Sunday, they almost won as they led 12-3 against the New Orleans Saints, only to blow the lead and lose 21-18.

While the team looked united and energetic in all areas, Mayfield ignited the win. With the Browns trailing 14-0, the 23-year-old completed 17 of 23 passes, connected a goal and caught a two-point try to force a tie in the third quarter.

Mayfield expressed his joy at the team’s win right after showing coach Hue Jackson should make him the season starter and not Tyrod Taylor.

“This crowd deserved to see that first win at home. And so that’s the thing I’m most proud of, we put it together for the fans at home, Mayfield said. “I felt the energy. That was an unbelievable feeling.”

To celebrate the win, Beer Company Bud Light offered free drinks around the city as part of the company’s promotion campaign. For running back Carlos Hyde, the win couldn’t have come at a better time. After completing two touchdowns and helping the Browns win, the 28-year-old went home to celebrate the birth of his son.