Browns ‘better’ in ‘ugly win’ over Jacksonville

CLEVELAND (WJW) – It was ugly, but it was a win.

The Cleveland Browns won their first game of the season against Jacksonville on Sunday.

Despite 13 penalties for 100 yards, the Browns eked out a win, with a final score of 18-13.

No matter how it looked…

“I’m happy to be here celebrating a victory,” shared former Browns running back Greg Pruitt.

Pruitt stopped by FOX 8 Monday morning for his take on the game.

“It could have very easily have been a loss,” Pruitt said.

However, it was noted that despite the list of things the team needs to improve, the Browns played better than in Week 1.

The Browns are now 1-1 and move to second place in the AFC North.

The Steelers remain unbeaten and at the top of the division.

Wide receiver David Bell dislocated his hip Sunday. The team will update his status on Monday.

The Browns host the (0-2) New York Giants at Huntington Bank Field this week.

Kickoff is at 1 p.m. on Sunday, September 22. You can watch the game on FOX 8.

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