Game Recap
Cleveland Browns lost to Chicago Bears 10-17. The matchup at Soldier Field saw the Bears overcome an early double-digit deficit by scoring 17 unanswered points. While Cleveland's starting offense moved the ball effectively in the first half, Chicago's defensive adjustments proved to be the difference-maker in the final two quarters.
The Browns opened the game with a quick strike, taking a 3-0 lead following a 50-yard field goal by Andre Szmyt Bears 34, Browns 10 | Final Score, Stats & Game Recap. Quarterback Deshaun Watson looked sharp in his limited action, completing 11 of 15 passes for 126 yards. Watson led a second scoring drive that featured a 43-yard screen pass to Dylan Sampson and culminated in a 14-yard touchdown run by KC Concepcion, pushing the Cleveland lead to 10-0 early in the second quarter Bears 34, Browns 10 | Final Score, Stats & Game Recap.
Chicago began its comeback late in the first half, capitalizing on a Cleveland turnover. After a strip-sack by Jamree Kromah, quarterback Tyson Bagent connected with Maurice Alexander for a 25-yard touchdown Game Recap: Bears open preseason with win over Browns. The Bears then tied the game at 10-10 just before halftime when Cairo Santos converted a 51-yard field goal Bears 34-10 Browns (Aug 15, 2026) Final Score.
The second half was dominated by the Chicago defense, which limited the Browns to zero points. The Bears took the lead for good in the third quarter when Case Keenum found Salvon Ahmed for a 49-yard touchdown reception Bears 34, Browns 10 | Final Score, Stats & Game Recap. This score brought the tally to 17-10, and the Bears' secondary ensured the lead held by forcing multiple turnovers and maintaining pressure on Cleveland's backup units.
Key Performances
Chicago's defense was the story of the second half, led by Beanie Bishop Jr., who recorded two interceptions to stifle Cleveland's rhythm By the Numbers: Bears' Preseason Week 1 win over Browns. For the Browns, Shedeur Sanders played the majority of the second half, finishing 6-for-11 for 79 yards but throwing one interception under heavy pressure Bears 34, Browns 10 | Final Score, Stats & Game Recap.
What's Next
The Browns will return to Cleveland to host the Buffalo Bills for a joint practice on Thursday. The two teams will then meet for their second preseason game at Huntington Bank Field on Saturday, Aug. 22, with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. Bears 34, Browns 10 | Final Score, Stats & Game Recap.
