The Browns wrapped up their home slate of the 2024 season in Week 17, with a 20-3 loss to the Dolphins. The Browns now fall to 3-13 with one game left in the regular season.
"Not good enough, we've got to come away with a win," head coach Kevin Stefanski said. "Got to come away with taking care of the football, put ourselves in position to go and find a way to win, and we didn't do that. That's the disappointing part. The results are what they are and that's frustrating."
Here are three big takeaways from Sunday's game.
Browns offense stifled by Dolphins defense
The Browns struggled to build an offensive rhythm over the course of the game, as they were held to just a field goal in the first half and scoreless in the second half. They turned the ball over on downs four times and had two turnovers – one on an interception and another on a fumble recovery.
Even when they did march down the field and get into the red zone, the Browns had miscues that kept them from converting and finding the end zone. QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson – who had discussed during the week how Miami disguises their defense – saw how they forced the Browns into different situations over the course of the game.
"They caught us – I'd say three plays with pressure, that really gave us a headache," Thompson-Robinson said. "Other than that, they were playing two-deep, five underneath the whole game. Whether they got to it through Invert, Tampa, whatever it was, they were sitting in a two-deep shell, making us try to take completions up and down the field. And again, that's why it's so important that each play, all guys are doing their job so we can continue to progress the ball down the field, including myself."
To close out the third quarter, the Browns once again drove down the field, and kicked off the fourth quarter in the red zone. Cleveland went for it on fourth-and-3, where Thompson-Robinson tried to find WR Jerry Jeudy in the end zone. However, Jeudy had two defenders on him, and the pass was batted down by CB Jalen Ramsey to force a turnover on downs.
Thompson-Robinson threw just one interception over the course of the game, but struggled to protect the ball and connect with his receives. His lone interception came in the second quarter, when Thompson-Robinson's pass intended for Jeudy was intercepted by LB Tyrel Dodson. Then, on the third quarter, Thompson-Robinson was sacked, and he fumbled the ball, which was recovered by the LB Emmanuel Ogbah.
Thompson-Robinson completed 24 of 47 passing attempts, and the Browns finished the game with 170 passing yards. Thompson-Robinson had a passer rating of 50.8.
"It's frustrating especially on my part after harping on ball security all week," Thompson-Robinson said. "It's definitely a point of emphasis and it didn't get done today."
However, the Browns pass catchers also dropped numerous passes. Jeudy, who caught 12 of his 18 targets, said he knows the importance of making those plays and not having dropped passes in crucial moments.
"DT threw some great balls today. I just got to make a play on them and catch it. I feel like he did a great job. I just got to play better for him," Jeudy said. "Those are crucial downs. The first one was a big, deep over route which I should've caught. It would've been a big play. The under on third down, I got to get those. And the bubbles man I just was too ready to make a play. I can't have those drops in crucial moments like that."
Check out photos of players warming up for a game against the Miami Dolphins
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Michael Woods II (81), Wide receiver James Proche II (11), and Wide receiver Jamari Thrash (80) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Tight end Blake Whiteheart (86) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The stadium before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Punter Corey Bojorquez (13) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end James Houston (96) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The stadium before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Punter Corey Bojorquez (13) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The locker room before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The offense before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The stadium before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The locker room before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The stadium before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Pierre Strong Jr. (20) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver James Proche II (11) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The locker room before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Jerome Ford (34) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The locker room before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The locker room before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The locker room before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The locker room before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jamari Thrash (80) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Michael Woods II (81) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Grant Delpit (9) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Khaleke Hudson (39) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. (33) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Rodney McLeod Jr. (12) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jamari Thrash (80) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver James Proche II (11) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Pierre Strong Jr. (20) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back D'Onta Foreman (27) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver James Proche II (11) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jamari Thrash (80) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Pierre Strong Jr. (20) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jamari Thrash (80) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Jerome Ford (34) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Jerome Ford (34) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Long snapper Rex Sunahara (50) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive tackle Michael Dunn (68) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Jameis Winston (5) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Center Ethan Pocic (55) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Bailey Zappe (2) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive tackle Michael Dunn (68) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson (94) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive guard Wyatt Teller (77) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive tackle Michael Dunn (68) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson (94) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Rodney McLeod Jr. (12) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Tight end Brenden Bates (82) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Jerome Ford (34) before a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Browns defense slowed down the Dolphins
Defensively, the Browns shut down the Dolphins offense throughout the first half. Miami did not convert on any of its five third down attempts and held them to just two field goals in the first half. In the second half, the Dolphins found the end zone twice after solid field position following turnover on downs set them up.
The Dolphins were forced into a number of three-and-out situations, as they totaled seven punts. Miami only converted 2 of 11 third down attempts over the course of the game. Their first third down conversion of the game came in the third quarter and led to their first of two touchdowns scored in the second half.
"Trying our best to keep them in the pocket and take away some of those shorter throws and make them go long," DE Myles Garrett said. "Keep them uncomfortable. There were some of the pressures that we had to move the front and get their line moving, not allow them to chip as much and we had some success."
The Browns run defense succeeded in limiting the Dolphins in the run game, as Cleveland held Miami to 22 net rushing yards in the first half, and 74 total net rushing yards. QB Tyler Huntley led the Dolphins with 52 rushing yards on seven carries.
The Browns gave up their first touchdown of the day in the third quarter, as Huntley led the Dolphins down the field on a six-play, 72-yard drive – which ended with a 13-yard run by Huntley into the end zone for the touchdown.
They bounced back, as the Browns took over on downs late in the third quarter after Miami tried to convert on a fourth-and-1. They forced another three-and-out on their next two offensive drives. However, the Browns gave up a late touchdown in the fourth quarter as Huntley connected with TE Jonnu Smith for their second touchdown of the day.
"I think even with the short field and some of the turnovers, we were able to hold them to less points than they really should have put up," Garrett said.
Play-by-play action shots from the Cleveland Browns' Week 17 NFL game vs. the Miami Dolphins
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Grant Delpit (9) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. (33) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. (51) and Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Sam Kamara (92) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety D'Anthony Bell (37) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The defense during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Grant Delpit (9) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Grant Delpit (9) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Grant Delpit (9) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. (33) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57), Defensive end Sam Kamara (92), and Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Ronnie Hickman Jr. (33) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Cameron Mitchell (29) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive guard Wyatt Teller (77) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive guard Joel Bitonio (75) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Jerome Ford (34) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Mike Ford Jr. (31) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Khaleke Hudson (39) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back D'Onta Foreman (27) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive tackle Jack Conklin (78) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Grant Delpit (9) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. (51) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) and Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Cameron Mitchell (29) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Punter Corey Bojorquez (13) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. (51) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Juan Thornhill (1) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson (94) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Punter Corey Bojorquez (13) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) and Linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Grant Delpit (9) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson (94) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back D'Onta Foreman (27) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver James Proche II (11) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Pierre Strong Jr. (20) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver James Proche II (11) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back D'Onta Foreman (27) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Jowon Briggs (97) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (43) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive guard Joel Bitonio (75) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Head Coach Kevin Stefanski during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Cornerback Cameron Mitchell (29) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver James Proche II (11) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Isaiah McGuire (57) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back D'Onta Foreman (27) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (43) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Khaleke Hudson (39) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
The offense during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Safety Juan Thornhill (1) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. (51) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Offensive guard Joel Bitonio (75) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (17) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson (94) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson (94) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) and Cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Devin Bush (30) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Sam Kamara (92) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Nathaniel Watson (40) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Tight end Blake Whiteheart (86) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Sam Kamara (92) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (43) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Running back Pierre Strong Jr. (20) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
Defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during a NFL football game between the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns on December 29, 2024 at Huntington Bank Field.
K Dustin Hopkins provides only points for the Browns
While the Browns were unable to find the end zone over the course of the game, K Dustin Hopkins provided the only points for Cleveland. Hopkins made a 25-yard field goal attempt in the second quarter after the Browns struggled to convert in the red zone.
Hopkins has dealt with struggles in the kicking game over the course of the 2024 season, but the Browns coaching staff continued to offer their support for Hopkins as he worked through his trials in the kicking game. He is now 17 of 26 on the season in field goal attempts.
"We'll always work through this with him," Stefanski said. "He's a veteran. He's kicking it really well in practice. Obviously, just had that one opportunity in this one. But a veteran that we really trust."
