Browns' WR somehow loses twice in one week with hilarious social media fail
By Matt Sidney
If there’s one thing Baltimore Ravens fans can count on in the AFC North, it’s the Cleveland Browns finding new and creative ways to grab headlines - for better or worse.
This week, the spotlight was on Jerry Jeudy, who managed to achieve a rare double: setting an NFL record and drawing some side-eyes on social media after a Browns loss.
Facing his former team, the Denver Broncos, on Monday Night Football, Jeudy delivered one of the best performances of his career. He hauled in nine catches for 235 yards and a touchdown, setting a new NFL record for the most receiving yards in a player’s first game against a former team. It was a stat line worth celebrating, except for one glaring problem: the Browns lost the game, 41-32.
Jeudy’s efforts were impressive, but the loss overshadowed his night. And just when fans thought the story might end there, Jeudy took to Instagram to celebrate. “They doubted the comeback, so I made it unforgettable,” he captioned a photo of himself mid-game. While the post highlighted his stellar individual performance, it also raised eyebrows. After all, how unforgettable can a game be when it ends in yet another Cleveland loss?
Jerry Jeudy laughably brags about "revenge game" performance after losing the game
It’s hard not to appreciate Jeudy’s confidence, but his timing may have been a bit off. Sure, his stats were jaw-dropping, but the final score mattered more, especially for a Browns team that fell to 3-9 with the loss. While Jeudy basked in the glory of his revenge game, the Broncos were celebrating a hard-earned victory and inching closer to the playoffs at 8-5.
Let’s give credit where it’s due: Jeudy’s performance was electric. His 70-yard touchdown in the third quarter showcased his speed and route-running ability, and his 235 yards were a career-best. However, individual achievements only go so far when the team as a whole is struggling to stay afloat.
Cleveland’s defense allowed too many big plays, and quarterback Jameis Winston’s two pick-sixes were backbreaking. It was a classic case of the Browns finding ways to beat themselves.
For Ravens fans, this might be the most Cleveland story of the season. The Browns have plenty of talent, but inconsistency and costly mistakes continue to define their year. Watching Jeudy celebrate a personal milestone after a team loss is just icing on the cake for fans of AFC North rivals.
The Browns entered this season hoping to build off a postseason appearance, but it’s clear they still have plenty of work to do. Whether it’s finding consistency at quarterback or shoring up the defense, Cleveland faces an uphill battle in a division dominated by teams like the Ravens and Steelers.
As for Jeudy, his breakout performance shows he has plenty of potential to be a cornerstone for the Browns’ offense. But moments like these serve as a reminder football is a team sport, and individual success can only take you so far.
For now, Ravens fans can enjoy a little extra schadenfreude as they prepare for their own playoff push. As for the Browns, the journey to relevance continues, one Instagram post at a time.