What happened: Cleveland is coming off a 27-24 win over Pittsburgh on Andre Szmyt's game-winning 56-yard field goal. The Browns have now won three straight.

Why it matters: A three-game streak changes the tenor around a team in October, especially after a stretch that drew as much skepticism as optimism. Another close win also reinforces that Cleveland is finding ways to finish tight games, even without dominating the box score.

What to watch: The next Browns game will test whether this push is a short burst or the start of a steadier climb. Another win would extend the streak to four.