Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) makes a touchdown catch over Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) in the first quarter to make the score 6-0 as the Denver Broncos take one the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBrandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos throws the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBaker Mayfield (6) of the Cleveland Browns huddles the troops against the Denver Broncos during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostVon Miller (58) of the Denver Broncos is introduced before the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBaker Mayfield (6) of the Cleveland Browns stands for the national anthem before the first quarter against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostFans in the south stands cheer during the flyover prior to the start of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostChad Thomas (92) of the Cleveland Browns prepares to take the field during the second quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDenver Broncos vice president of football operations John Elway leaves the field before the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBrandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos hands off to Royce Freeman (28) against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostTroy Fumagalli (84) of the Denver Broncos makes a catch as Morgan Burnett (42) of the Cleveland Browns covers during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBrandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos attempts to catch a pass that was batted back to him by the Cleveland Browns defense during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDenzel Ward (21) of the Cleveland Browns recovers a fumble by Diontae Spencer (11) of the Denver Broncos and Andy Janovich (32) attempts to make a tackle during the second quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBaker Mayfield (6) of the Cleveland Browns gets helped up by Greg Robinson (78) after being sacked by Justin Hollins (52) of the Denver Broncos during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBrandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos works from under center against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostCourtland Sutton (14) of the Denver Broncos stiff arms Denzel Ward (21) of the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDiontae Spencer (11) of the Denver Broncos is forced to fumble by Adarius Taylor (57) of the Cleveland Browns and Joe Schobert (53) after making a cash during the second quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBrandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos intentionally grounds the ball as Devaroe Lawrence (99) of the Cleveland Browns knocks him down and Myles Garrett (95) applies pressure during the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostCleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) gets tripped up by Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) during the second quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostKareem Jackson (22) of the Denver Broncos, A.J. Johnson (45) and Malik Reed (59) celebrate a stop on Nick Chubb (24) of the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos cornerback Davontae Harris (27) and Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) celebrate after stopping the Browns on a third down play during the second quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos offensive line coach Mike Munchak during the second quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos quarterback Joe Flacco #5 talks with Denver Broncos quarterback Brandon Allen #2 after his touchdown pass as the Denver Broncos take one the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio during the second quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostCleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 is sacked by Denver Broncos linebacker Justin Hollins #52 in the first half as the Denver Broncos take one the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDemetrius Harris (88) of the Cleveland Browns runs after shedding a tackle attempt by Kareem Jackson (22) of the Denver Broncos during the third quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) takes in oxygen on the sideline during the fourth quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBrandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos draws a personal foul from Sheldon Richardson (98) of the Cleveland Browns during the fourth quarter of Denver's 24-19 win on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos breaks loose for a touchdown run against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos celebrates his touchdown run with Diontae Spencer (11) against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos celebrates his rushing touchdown with Noah Fant (87) against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostJarvis Landry (80) of the Cleveland Browns runs after a catch as Duke Dawson (20) of the Denver Broncos misses a tackle during the third quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) argues a call with side judge Gary Cavaletto (60) during the fourth quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) takes the snap and runs for 16 yards during the fourth quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostPhillip Lindsay (30) of the Denver Broncos is tackled by Mack Wilson (51) of the Cleveland Browns during the fourth quarter of Denver's 24-19 win on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostMack Wilson (51) of the Cleveland Browns sacks Brandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos during the third quarter on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostThe moon rises over Empower Field as fans cheer on the Broncos during the third quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDerek Wolfe (95) of the Denver Broncos and A.J. Johnson (45) tackle Nick Chubb (24) of the Cleveland Browns during the fourth quarter of Denver's 24-19 win on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDavontae Harris (27) of the Denver Broncos waves his arm after making key pass deflection on a ball thrown by Baker Mayfield (6) of the Cleveland Browns on third down as Derek Wolfe (95) and A.J. Johnson (45) join in on the celebration during the fourth quarter of Denver's 24-19 win on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDenver Broncos defensive back Kareem Jackson (22) celebrates after the Browns missed a fourth down play during the fourth quarter of the game on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Empower Field at Mile High. The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns for the game.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay #30 breaking tackles as he picks up 40 yards the Denver Broncos take one the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostThe Cleveland Browns defense stands on the sidelines as the sun sets, while playing the Denver Broncos during the fourth quarter of Denver's 24-19 win on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBrandon Allen (2) of the Denver Broncos is swarmed by the media after the fourth quarter of his debut 24-19 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019.
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Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) makes a touchdown catch over Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) in the first quarter to make the score 6-0 as the Denver Broncos take one the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Nov. 3, 2019.
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The Denver Broncos hosted the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, November 3, 2019. Broncos quarterback Brandon Allen threw two touchdowns in his first NFL regular-season start and Denver鈥檚 defense allowed just one touchdown in five red-zone trips in a 24-19 victory over Cleveland.