The Browns finally ended their two-game losing streak by beating the Carolina Panthers 24 to 21. Peyton Hillis lead the way, running for three touchdowns and 131 yards rushing. He also contributed six receptions for 63 yards, accounting for a grand total of 194 yards from scrimmage. With 905 rushing yards, 11 rushing touchdowns, 46 receptions for 414 yards and two receiving touchdowns, Hillis is having a monster year good enough to be recognized at the All-Pro level. If he continues on his current pace, he will end this season with 1900 yards from scrimmage and 19 total touchdowns.
Although the starting quarterback has changed once again this season, Jake Delhomme showed his former team that he is still capable of winning games. Delhomme may have thrown two interceptions, but he made good throws when needed and led the Browns to victory. Brian Robiskie has even shown promise, hauling in seven receptions for 50 yards, a career high.
Joe Haden picked off his fourth pass of the season and was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month. With Eric Wright nursing a knee injury, Haden made only his second start of the season, but is showing why he was picked seventh overall in the draft. Rookie Safety TJ Ward is also making a statement for NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year with a total of 87 tackles, nine passes defended, two interceptions, and one forced fumble.
The Browns have played exceptionally well this year, with a 4-7 record, they could end this season at a solid eight wins and eight losses. With only improvement to look to, the Browns are becoming one of the better teams in the NFL.