Defensive Gem By Browns’ Myles Garrett Is Wasted As Patriots Dominate Browns 32-13  

Rarely is the talk of the game about an individual from the losing team. It would be like giving the MVP trophy to a player on the Super Bowl loser. But, after the Cleveland Browns lost to the New England Patriots 32-13 at Gillette Stadium, a crazy amount of focus was on defensive end Myles Garrett. 

Garrett delivered a performance for the ages, recording five sacks to set both a career high and a new Browns franchise record. With 108.5 career sacks, the 29-year-old pass rusher surpassed Hall of Famer Reggie White for the most sacks by a player before turning 30. His five takedowns of Maye marked the third four-sack game in Browns history and his third three-sack half of his career.

If that were not enough, his send-off rocked the internet. Being benched before the end of the game, he was filmed throwing his helmet in disgust. By this time, probably half of Cleveland was throwing something in disgust of the Browns’ performance.  

Myles Garrett is NOT HAPPY 😳😳😳 pic.twitter.com/wrKypkK8cc

— ESPN Cleveland (@ESPNCleveland) October 26, 2025

Garrett Can Slow Down, But Not Stop Drake Maye

The Patriots improved to 6-2 on the season while the Browns fell to 2-6, extending their road losing streak to a frustrating 12 games. Cleveland hasn’t tasted victory away from home since Week 2 of last season against Jacksonville, and this loss marked their eighth straight defeat in Foxborough dating back to 2002.

New England quarterback Drake Maye threw three second-half touchdown passes, finishing 18-of-24 for 282 yards with one interception. The Patriots’ offense found its rhythm after halftime, turning a narrow 9-7 lead into a comfortable victory that had the home crowd roaring.

Key Takeaways in the New England Win 

 

New England’s offense came alive after intermission, transforming a tight contest into a rout. The Patriots scored 14 points in less than three minutes during the third quarter, with Drake Maye connecting on touchdown passes to Hunter Henry and Stefon Diggs. The seven-play, 70-yard drive to Henry featured a creative flea-flicker that gained 19 yards, setting up Maye’s 7-yard scoring strike. Less than 90 seconds later, linebacker Robert Spillane’s interception gave New England the ball at Cleveland’s 6-yard line, and Maye quickly found Diggs for a 1-yard touchdown to push the lead to 23-7.

Gabriel Struggles in Second Career Start

Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel couldn’t build on last week’s first NFL victory, completing 21-of-35 passes for just 156 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions—his first turnovers of the season. “It starts with me. We’ve got to be better,” Gabriel said after the game. Despite opening the game with a six-play, 70-yard touchdown drive capped by an 18-yard strike to Harold Fannin Jr., Gabriel and the offense went silent for the remainder of the afternoon. Coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Gabriel will remain the starter moving forward.

Turnover Battle Proves Decisive

The Patriots forced two critical interceptions that shifted momentum decisively in their favor. Spillane’s third-quarter pick set up New England’s second touchdown, while safety Jaylinn Hawkins added another interception later in the game. Meanwhile, Gabriel’s two picks marked the first time this season he’d surrendered the football. Cleveland’s inability to protect the ball in crucial moments allowed New England to pull away after a competitive first half.

Garrett’s Dominance Keeps Browns Competitive Early

Before the Patriots exploded in the second half, Garrett single-handedly kept Cleveland in the game. He sacked Maye on New England’s opening drive, forcing a field goal instead of a potential touchdown. Later in the first half, facing third-and-goal from the Browns’ 7-yard line, Garrett brought down Maye again for a seven-yard loss, again limiting the Patriots to a field goal. His strip-sack with a minute remaining in the half prevented another New England scoring opportunity, though left guard Jared Wilson recovered the fumble to salvage a field goal as time expired.

Injuries Mount for Both Teams

The physical contest took its toll on both rosters. Cleveland cornerback Tyson Campbell left the game due to a head injury after he left in the third quarter and was evaluated for a concussion. Running back Quinshon Judkins exited with a shoulder injury, while safety Rayshawn Jenkins departed with a groin issue, and linebacker Carson Schwesinger dealt with an ankle problem. For New England, defensive lineman Khyiris Tonga left in the second half with a knee injury and didn’t return.

New England Will Host The Falcons Next Sunday 

The Patriots’ fifth straight victory keeps them atop the AFC East at 6-2, demonstrating they’ve turned the corner from last season’s struggles. Maye continues developing as New England’s franchise quarterback, now with 12 touchdown passes through eight games. The creative play-calling and second-half adjustments showcase a coaching staff finding its rhythm under Vrabel.

Cleveland’s road woes continue to plague what should be a competitive team. Despite Garrett’s historic individual performance. He now has 10 sacks through eight games, the Browns can’t find ways to win away from home. The offense managed just 13 points despite opening with a touchdown drive, and Gabriel’s two interceptions proved too costly to overcome.

The Browns enter their bye week with plenty to contemplate before returning to action on November 9 against the Jets at MetLife Stadium. Meanwhile, the Patriots host the Falcons next Sunday, looking to extend their winning streak to six games and solidify their playoff positioning.