NFL overhaul tiers: Which teams will look most different in 2022?
We stacked NFL franchises from those in need of a teardown to those that just need a few tweaks. What are each eliminated team's outlook and offseason priorities?
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
8-9, 3rd in AFC North
The NFL's best head-coach hires of the past five years: Barnwell stacks the top 10
Sean McVay vs. Matt LaFleur vs. Sean McDermott vs. the field. These are the 10 best head-coaching hires made in the NFL since 2017.
Will the Browns stick with Baker Mayfield at QB? Biggest questions facing Cleveland this offseason
The Browns were one of the NFL's biggest disappointments in 2021. Here are the key questions they need to answer this offseason.
Mayfield has surgery, eyes return to 'true self'
Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield says he is on track to getting "back to my true self" after undergoing surgery Wednesday to repair a torn labrum in his non-throwing shoulder.
Mayfield eyeing return to his 'true self' after shoulder surgery (1:08)
Final NFL rookie rankings: Micah Parsons leads our top 10 -- and only one QB makes the list
We ranked the top rookies for the 2021 season. Which QB made the top 10? Who are the next-best defenders behind Micah Parsons? And who just missed the list?
NFL execs make 10 predictions for 2022: QB trades, coach surprises and more
Will Russell Wilson or Aaron Rodgers leave their teams? Could a big-name coach make a surprising decision? What will the NFC East teams do at QB? Execs help us look to the future.
Browns DT arrested, allegedly assaulted officer
Browns defensive tackle Malik McDowell was arrested Monday in Florida on charges that include battery on a police officer and public exposure.
Biggest offseason needs for all 32 NFL teams: QB questions, leadership voids and more
Quarterback uncertainty and coaching changes. Positional holes and cap-space problems. Every team needs something this offseason.
Ranking Kyler Murray's scramble, Jonathan Taylor's top speed and other amazing NFL highlights
Which player recorded the fastest time while scoring a TD this season? Who had the quickest sack? Next Gen Stats has the answers.
Kupp, Adams among unanimous AP All-Pro picks
Five players, including dynamic pass-catchers Cooper Kupp and Davante Adams, are unanimous choices for the Associated Press 2021 NFL All-Pro Team.
FiveThirtyEight: When Should You Break Up With A Quarterback? Asking For The Cleveland Browns.
When is the right time to break up with someone if you're fairly sure they just aren't for you?
Sources: Kiffin hires brother as Ole MIss co-DC
Chris Kiffin, who was the defensive line coach for the Cleveland Browns, is rejoining his brother -- Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin -- as his co-defensive coordinator, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Who were the NFL's best players this season? The highest-graded at every position, plus surprises and top rookies
So long, regular season. Here's who topped Pro Football Focus' grades in 2021.
Hour 1: Joe Judge Fired
The guys react to the Giants firing Joe Judge. Are Baker Mayfield and Carson Wentz the answer at QB for their respective teams? Jermaine Wiggins joins to preview Pats/Bills on Saturday.
Gronk, Brady, Jones and other NFL players who cashed in (or fell short) with incentives
Some players hit their marks for bonuses, while one player fell one sack short of $1.25 million.
Browns 'fully expect' Mayfield to be QB, rebound
Browns general manager Andrew Berry said Tuesday that the team expects Baker Mayfield to return as the starting QB next season and rebound after an injury-filled, subpar 2021 season.
2021 NFL season in review: What went wrong, what's next for non-playoff teams
The Jaguars fired their coach and have the draft's No. 1 pick, and the Browns missed the playoffs, again. What's next for non-playoff teams in 2022?
2022 NFL regular-season opponents for every team
Who will your favorite teams face in 2022? Here's a look at every franchise's home and road opponents for next season.
Browns close season with 21-16 win over Burrow-less Bengals
— Joe Burrow skipped Cincinnati's last trip of the regular season. He and the Bengals have reservations to go somewhere more special — the playoffs.
Jake Trotter ESPN Staff Writer
Browns inactives vs. Bengals: CB Troy Hill RB Kareem Hunt S Ronnie Harrison Jr. S Richard LeCounte III G Hjalte Froholdt DT Sheldon Day
Browns place Pro Bowl CB Ward on COVID-19 list
Browns Pro Bowl cornerback Denzel Ward has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list and will miss Sunday's season finale against the Bengals.
'Ridiculous to pay someone that much money to be terrible!' - Ninkovich on Mayfield's contract (0:51)
Hour 3: Jets > Giants?
Do the Jets have a brighter future than the Giants? More on Baker & the Browns and AB's release. Plus, the guys get you ready for the first ever Week 18 in the NFL with Four Downs.
Hour 2: Baker Shouldn't Have Been #1
More on Antonio Brown and what went on before he got released by the Bucs. Mike Tannenbaum joins to talk about the AB situation and the Baker/Stefanski relationship. Todd Haley joins to talk Big Ben, Baker, and AB. Plus, the guys play Take Your Pick.
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2021 AFC North Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 10 | 7 | 0 | .588 | 460 | 376 |
| Pittsburgh | 9 | 7 | 1 | .559 | 343 | 398 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 9 | 0 | .471 | 349 | 371 |
| Baltimore | 8 | 9 | 0 | .471 | 387 | 392 |
2021 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards195.327th
Rushing Yards145.44th
Points For20.520th
Points Against21.8Tied-19th