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Browns Down Detroit 35-17 - Match Report
The Browns grabbed a Pre-Season Week 4 victory over the Lions on Thursday, winning 35-17 at Ford Field.
The Browns were a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 35.5.
Matthew Dayes rushed for 77 yards, while Dontrell Hilliard added 54 yards in the win. Devon Cajuste and Jeff Janis added 48 and 42 receiving yards respectively.
Dwayne Washington rushed for 67 yards for Detroit, while Jake Rudock added 17 yards. Jake Rudock threw for 112 yards for the Lions, while receivers Dontez Ford and Dwayne Washington had 49 and 43 yards respectively.
Detroit lost the offensive yardage battle to Cleveland 424-253 yards in Thursday's game. Cleveland had more first downs as that total ended up 22-15.
Detroit lost the time of possession battle 33:29-26:31, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Cleveland heads into a Week 1 battle against the Steelers. Detroit, meanwhile, will have their next action against New York.