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Browns Down Carolina 30-10 - Match Report
Cleveland cruised to victory on Friday, as they ran up a 30-10 score against Carolina in Pre-Season Week 1 action at Bank of America Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Browns were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 33.0.
Ahmani Marshall rushed for 32 yards, while Toa Taua added 30 yards in the win. Sal Cannella and Luke Floriea added 32 and 30 receiving yards respectively.
Emani Bailey rushed for 21 yards for Carolina, while Chuba Hubbard added 10 yards. Bryce Young threw for 58 yards for the Panthers, while receivers Tetairoa McMillan and T.J. Luther had 43 and 34 yards respectively.
Carolina lost the offensive yardage battle to Cleveland 308-251 yards in Friday's game. Cleveland had more first downs as that total ended up 20-13.
Carolina lost the time of possession battle 34:28-25:32, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Next game, Cleveland takes its act on the road to face Philadelphia looking for another win. For Carolina, they head on the road to face Houston.