The Cleveland Browns broke their horrendous season-opening losing streak in grand style today with a clutch 58-yard field goal by rookie kicker Cade York to seal the win with a final score of 26-24.
The Browns go 1-0 for the first time since 2004.
Here is a hilarious Tweet recognizing how long this streak has gone.
Here’s @YorkCade the last time the #Browns won in week 1. pic.twitter.com/TP2AFrPE8x
— BIGPLAY Dave (@BIGPLAY_Dave) September 12, 2022
As expected, fans had plenty of reactions.
Here are the most noteworthy.
1. Thanks Baker
Some fans had conflicted emotions about this game.
I was more conflicted today than Tom Brady deciding when to retire #Browns #KeepPounding https://t.co/7VhjojMBo4 pic.twitter.com/GzD4IKRX7I
— that blonde from nashville, esq. (@thehaileemurphy) September 12, 2022
In the end, many wish Baker Mayfield well but wanted the Browns to get this win today.
https://twitter.com/CboydOhio/status/1569123745138352129
Some gave him credit for the 2021 playoff win, and in a strange way for the Browns team win today.
I’m glad that #Browns won today, but I want to thank @bakermayfield for everything he did for Cleveland and good luck for the rest of his season https://t.co/RdLic9RdCF
— Trevor Burkhart (@TJTHUNDERBEARD) September 12, 2022
Was a huge fan of @bakermayfield when he was in Cleveland. He doesn't get enough credit for what he did in his time in Cleveland, but he helped bring the fans out of some dark times. I wish him nothing but the best, but it will always be #Browns first for me! Great to see 1-0!!
— David Hamen (@thetrainerdave) September 12, 2022
The Browns showed love to Baker Mayfield after Sunday's win. Photos: Joshua Gunter, clevelanddotcom #Browns pic.twitter.com/ltBzD1tLp1
— cdotcombrowns (@cdotcombrowns) September 11, 2022
With relief that this game is now history, many Browns fans are ready to move on from the Baker conversation.
2. Thanks Myles
Myles Garrett gave Panthers rookie left tackle Ikem Ekwonu a formal welcome to the NFL.
He recorded back-to-back sacks on Mayfield at Ekwonu’s expense.
The Panthers rookie tackle trying to block Myles Garrett today #Browns pic.twitter.com/rkNcLZUFwS
— CleWest (@erjmanlasvegas) September 11, 2022
Myles looking at that rookie tackle pic.twitter.com/PhML94onKB
— 𝐬𝐤𝐲 ☁️ (@skyfromthe216) September 11, 2022
Make no mistake, Garrett wanted the Browns’ defense to upend Mayfield’s efforts and was happy to get the win.
Myles Garrett @Flash_Garrett pumped after win 🏆- Go #Browns pic.twitter.com/4G0iEWkxlD
— Paul Brown 🇬🇧 Browns fan🏈 London News 🎥Vlogger (@PaulBrown_UK) September 11, 2022
Since Halloween is just around the corner, one savvy fan did some work for Garrett to get ready in the event he puts out his quarterback graveyard again this year.
Added one for you @Flash_Garrett pic.twitter.com/DwwTPRG6Vu
— Kevin B Lombardo (@lombo8) September 11, 2022
Mayfield is now officially added to the list of quarterbacks sacked by Garrett during his NFL career.
3. Thanks Cade
The hero of the day was rookie kicker Cade York, and Browns fans cannot get done talking about how they finally have a franchise kicker.
#Browns rookie kicker Cade York drills a 58-yard FG and Cleveland takes the lead over Baker Mayfield and the Panthers.
What. A. Kick. pic.twitter.com/zUuFTp0V9G
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) September 11, 2022
Best 4th round draft pick EVER!!
— fran cervas (@francervas) September 12, 2022
Love our new kicker! Congratulations York🏈🏈🏈
— Teresa Reeves (@TeresaR15681472) September 11, 2022
https://twitter.com/smittyandhops/status/1569071439260549120
4. Victory Monday Will Be Extra Sweet
Victory Monday is always great.
#Browns W!!! Looks like VICTORY MONDAY will be HAD!!! pic.twitter.com/0KrkiIQMYy
— Steven Hart (@shartdad) September 11, 2022
We will have a Victory Monday! #Browns
— Kauai0604 (@Kauai0604) September 11, 2022
But a 1-0 Victory Monday will be spectacular.
How about that 1-0 Victory Monday! #Browns
— Rhonda_M (@rhondame95) September 11, 2022
Actually, it could almost be classified as miraculous according to some fans.
VICTORY MONDAY ON OPENING DAY!!!! THE MIRACLE HAPPENED!! #Browns
— Negasonic Middle-Aged Dreadhead (@maximumspida) September 11, 2022
Some fans are super serious about their Victory Monday ritual.
Just waiting for victory Monday to arrive.#Browns #smuckers #dunkin pic.twitter.com/cRs9i6SzM1
— Swanee 59 (@TomSwansiger) September 12, 2022
No matter how you choose to celebrate it, enjoy it!
Oh yea! #VictoryMonday #Browns @YorkCade pic.twitter.com/0sby7yq3WI
— David DiLuzio (@dawgs00) September 11, 2022
Happy Victory Monday (and Tuesday, Wednesday, etc.) Browns fans!
NEXT: Studs And Duds From Browns' Victory Over Panthers
Glad Browns won, not happy with way they played in 4th quater, hope they clean things up, very happy with Cade York , what a kick, thank you Baker for everything you’ve done for Cleveland even though some people don’t see it, good luck!!