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Lions' offense continues to struggle, bows to Browns

Cleveland — New quarterback, same result.

In Tim Boyle's first NFL start, the Detroit Lions backup QB experienced many of the same struggles that have plagued the team's offense much of the year in a 13-10 loss to the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday.

Boyle finished 15-of-23 for 77 yards, tossing two interceptions as the Lions wasted multiple opportunities in the fourth quarter to secure the team's first win of the season.

In wet conditions, sloppy play ruled the opening quarter. The two sides traded punts before swapping interceptions. Cleveland quarterback Baker Mayfield served up the first turnover, sailing a pass over the head of receiver Jarvis Landry, which was easily corralled by cornerback Amani Oruwariye.