The Cleveland Browns won their first game of 2012, beating the Cincinnati Bengals by a final score of 34-24.
The Browns had a +5.0 advantage in The Trench Counter, with a +3 takeaway edge, picking off Andy Dalton three times. Cleveland and Cincinnati were even in Total Rushes/Completions.
Brandon Weeden went 17-for-29 for two touchdowns and an interception, connecting with Josh Gordon on a 71-yard score.
Montario Hardesty rushed 15 times for 56 yards and a goalline touchdown while filling in for Trent Richardson, who exited with a rib injury.
Dalton was 31-for-46 for 381 yards and three touchdowns, but was undone by the aforementioned interceptions.
A.J. Green caught seven balls for 135 yards and two touchdowns.