Jerry Jeudy's career night in Denver return dampened by Browns loss - ESPN

DENVER — Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, playing his first game in Denver since being traded by the Broncos in March, recorded a career-high nine catches for 235 receiving yards and one touchdown in Cleveland's 41-32 loss Monday night.

It was the most receiving yards by a player in his first game against a former team in NFL history, according to Elias Sports Bureau research, but Jeudy said he would trade all the yardage for a win.

«Hell yeah, I would,» Jeudy said. «They can have that. I need that W. That was one step closer to get to the playoffs. We need that.»

The Broncos drafted Jeudy with the No. 15 pick in the 2020 draft. But after four inconsistent seasons in Denver, the Broncos traded him to the Browns for fifth- and sixth-round picks in 2024.

Jeudy did his part in helping the Browns (3-9) nearly pull off another upset, including a 70-yard touchdown catch and 2-point conversion that brought Cleveland to within 28-25 early in the third quarter. But a pair of pick-sixes from quarterback Jameis Winston — including one on a potential winning drive with 1:48 remaining — ultimately cost the Browns as they clinched their 22nd losing season since returning to Cleveland in 1999.

Jeudy was booed by the crowd at Empower Field at Mile High after every catch. And he played into it, placing his hand near his ear and gesturing to the fans for more after his 2-point conversion.

Asked about the booing, Jeudy said, «There were a lot of boos, huh? What that mean? A lot of catches, too.»

«They only boo you,» Jeudy said, «when they know there's something great in you.»

The change in scenery was something Jeudy desired. He told ESPN he requested a trade for two straight seasons before Cleveland and Denver finalized a deal. Days