What was billed as the rivalry’s biggest matchup in years ended with Cleveland losing its 17th consecutive game at Heinz Field, a streak of futility that dates all the way back to 2004. Nothing seemed to go right on this day, with Baker Mayfield emerging as the face of an overwhelmed offense and various defenders struggling to make tackles.
Although the Browns still sport a solid 4-2 record and are the early favorites in next week’s showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals, fans are understandably not happy with what transpired Sunday. While some are preaching patience, most have expressed disgust at what they saw, along with a feeling of deja vu.
Here’s a look at some of the most notable social media reactions following today’s game:
So, they’re not a good team because they can’t compete with their top end division foes. But, season is early need to see how they respond when they play those teams at home. Fair?
— paul pop jr (@pmpjr) October 18, 2020
Take the points and leave the cannoli
— DiMenna (@dimennayear1) October 19, 2020
Maybe they shouldn’t commit to him as the starter unless he is actually okay (ribs/shoulder).
— Chris Knople (@chrisknople76) October 18, 2020
The Steelers have taken permanent residence in the dome of the Cleveland Browns.
— Grady (@tedwochna) October 18, 2020
Just not quite ready to hang with the big boys.
— Beth Hartzell (@betHartz84) October 18, 2020
Stupid to bench Baker. Steelers have a great D. The results won’t be better with sub
— Judith Simpson (@JSimpsonCollins) October 18, 2020
This is 100% accurate! The Ravens and Steelers know they are good. The browns still don’t know that
— iamaye77 (@Sapular) October 18, 2020
Steelers and ravens are always a step ahead I’m so tired of it
— George ن (@CLE2016forever) October 18, 2020
And they never will be with Baker Mayfield
— Mr. G (@fedupbuckeye) October 18, 2020
A lot of the blame is gonna be directed at Baker, but let’s be honest: No one on the #browns played well today.
— Tyler Carey (@TC_CLE) October 18, 2020