The Cleveland Browns defeated the Miami Dolphins 31-6 on October 19, 2025 at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland. This Miami Dolphins vs cleveland browns match player stats breakdown covers every unit on the field during the Week 7 matchup. Miami entered the game at 1-6 while Cleveland came in at 1-5, with both teams searching for consistency in the middle of a difficult season.
The Dolphins were missing key contributors on both lines while the Browns dealt with the loss of tight end David Njoku. Four Miami turnovers, three of them Tua Tagovailoa interceptions, decided the outcome as Cleveland converted the extra possessions into 21 points.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Date | October 19, 2025 |
| Venue | Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH |
| Final Score | Cleveland Browns 31, Miami Dolphins 6 |
| Records After Game | Dolphins 1-6, Browns 2-5 |
Pre-Match Context
Miami arrived in Cleveland on a six-game losing streak and had not won a road game all season, sitting at 0-4 away from home. Injuries along the offensive line and at cornerback had forced the Dolphins into a patchwork lineup, and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was working behind a unit that had already conceded 33 sacks over six weeks. Cleveland had lost three straight games of its own and needed a complete performance to avoid a fourth.
The Browns’ offense had struggled to reach 17 points in 12 consecutive games, but the running game built around rookie Quinshon Judkins offered a path to control the clock. Cleveland’s biggest injury concern was the absence of tight end David Njoku, ruled out for the game, while right tackle Jack Conklin, defensive linemen Mason Graham and Mike Hall, receiver Gage Larvadain, and edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka were all listed as questionable during the week.
Quarter by Quarter Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
| Miami Dolphins | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Cleveland Browns | 3 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 31 |
First Quarter
Cleveland opened the scoring on a 30-yard Andre Szmyt field goal with just over two minutes left in the quarter. Miami’s offense could not find a rhythm behind Tagovailoa, and the Browns took a 3-0 lead into the second quarter on the strength of a ball-control approach built around short passes and early runs from Judkins.
Second Quarter
The second quarter produced the bulk of the scoring. Riley Patterson opened it with a 33-yard field goal to briefly tie the game at 3-3. Judkins answered with a 46-yard touchdown run to put Cleveland back in front, then punched in a 3-yard score on a direct snap to make it 17-3. Patterson added a 26-yard field goal as time expired in the half, sending Cleveland into the break with a 17-6 lead.
Third Quarter
Cleveland cornerback Tyson Campbell intercepted Tagovailoa and returned it 34 yards for a touchdown just before the end of the quarter, pushing the lead to 24-6. Miami’s offense continued to struggle to sustain drives, managing only 12 first downs through three quarters.
Fourth Quarter
Judkins scored his third rushing touchdown of the day on a 2-yard run, extending the margin to 31-6. Miami’s four turnovers on the afternoon, three interceptions and a lost fumble, prevented any fourth-quarter rally, and Cleveland closed out the win comfortably.
Team Stats Comparison
| Stat | Miami | Cleveland |
| Total Yards | 219 | 206 |
| First Downs | 12 | 15 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 0 |
| Time of Possession | 28:15 | 31:45 |
Key Numbers That Decided the Game
The statistical gap between these two teams was narrow everywhere except turnovers, which is exactly what separated the final score from the yardage totals.
- Miami outgained Cleveland 219 to 206 in total yards but lost the game by 25 points.
- The Dolphins turned the ball over four times, three interceptions and a lost fumble, while the Browns had zero turnovers.
- Cleveland converted 4 of 11 third downs while Miami converted just 1 of 13.
- Quinshon Judkins accounted for three rushing touchdowns on 25 carries for 84 yards.
- Cleveland’s defense recorded four sacks and turned three interceptions into a defensive touchdown.
Full Box Score — Miami Dolphins
Tagovailoa struggled under pressure for most of the afternoon, throwing three interceptions and taking two sacks before giving way to Quinn Ewers in relief. De’Von Achane was Miami’s most productive offensive player, but the Dolphins could not turn his yardage into points, settling for two field goals and no touchdowns all game.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| Tua Tagovailoa | 12/23 | 100 | 0 | 3 |
| Quinn Ewers | 5/8 | 53 | 0 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| De’Von Achane | 13 | 82 | 6.3 | 0 |
| Ollie Gordon | 5 | 11 | 2.2 | 0 |
| Tua Tagovailoa | 3 | 6 | 2.0 | 0 |
| Quinn Ewers | 1 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| Malik Washington | 5 | 30 | 6.0 | 0 |
| De’Von Achane | 3 | 16 | 5.3 | 0 |
| Nick Westbrook-Ikhine | 3 | 16 | 5.3 | 0 |
| D’Wayne Eskridge | 2 | 45 | 22.5 | 0 |
| Tanner Conner | 1 | 28 | 28.0 | 0 |
| Jaylen Waddle | 1 | 15 | 15.0 | 0 |
| Ollie Gordon | 1 | 2 | 2.0 | 0 |
| Julian Hill | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (made/att) | XP (made/att) | Total Points |
| Riley Patterson | 2/2 | 0/0 | 6 |
Returns
| Player | Returns | Yards | Average |
| Malik Washington | 4 kickoff | 114 | 28.5 |
| D’Wayne Eskridge | 2 kickoff | 50 | 25.0 |
| Malik Washington | 1 punt | 11 | 11.0 |
Defense — Top 8
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play |
| Jordyn Brooks | 9 | 0 | — |
| Tyrel Dodson | 8 | 1 | — |
| Ashtyn Davis | 7 | 0 | — |
| Kenneth Grant | 5 | 0 | — |
| Bradley Chubb | 5 | 0 | — |
| Minkah Fitzpatrick | 4 | 0 | — |
| Ethan Bonner | 3 | 0 | — |
| Jaelan Phillips | 2 | 1 | — |
Full Box Score — Cleveland Browns
Dillon Gabriel did not need a big passing day, completing 13 of 18 for 116 yards without a turnover, and let Judkins carry the offense on the ground. The Browns defense forced three interceptions, including a Tyson Campbell pick-six, and did not allow Miami into the end zone all game.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| Dillon Gabriel | 13/18 | 116 | 0 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| Quinshon Judkins | 25 | 84 | 3.4 | 3 |
| Dillon Gabriel | 4 | 12 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Dylan Sampson | 3 | 8 | 2.7 | 0 |
| Jerome Ford | 1 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| Harold Fannin Jr. | 4 | 36 | 9.0 | 0 |
| Malachi Corley | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 0 |
| Jerry Jeudy | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 0 |
| Jerome Ford | 2 | 10 | 5.0 | 0 |
| Jamari Thrash | 1 | 23 | 23.0 | 0 |
| Dylan Sampson | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | 0 |
| Blake Whiteheart | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (made/att) | XP (made/att) | Total Points |
| Andre Szmyt | 1/1 | 4/4 | 7 |
Returns
| Player | Returns | Yards | Average |
| Dylan Sampson | 2 kickoff | 37 | 18.5 |
| Gage Larvadain | 2 punt | 7 | 3.5 |
Defense — Top 8
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play |
| Carson Schwesinger | 7 | 0 | — |
| Devin Bush | 6 | 0 | — |
| Alex Wright | 5 | 0 | — |
| Grant Delpit | 4 | 1 | — |
| Myles Harden | 4 | 0 | — |
| Jerome Baker | 4 | 1 | Forced fumble |
| Rayshawn Jenkins | 3 | 0 | Interception |
| Denzel Ward | 3 | 0 | — |
Game Leaders / Top Performers
Quinshon Judkins was the offensive engine of the win, carrying 25 times for 84 yards and three touchdowns, all coming on direct snaps or designed runs near the goal line. Tyson Campbell delivered the defensive highlight, returning an interception 34 yards for a touchdown that put the game out of reach in the third quarter.
De’Von Achane produced Miami’s most productive individual performance with 82 rushing yards and 16 receiving yards, though none of it resulted in points. Dillon Gabriel managed the game efficiently, completing 13 of 18 passes for 116 yards without turning the ball over in his first career start in front of the Cleveland crowd.
| Player | Team | Stat Line |
| Quinshon Judkins | Cleveland | 25 car, 84 yds, 3 TD |
| Tyson Campbell | Cleveland | 34-yard INT return TD |
| De’Von Achane | Miami | 13 car, 82 yds; 3 rec, 16 yds |
| Dillon Gabriel | Cleveland | 13/18, 116 yds, 0 INT |
Starting Lineups
| Position | Miami Dolphins | Cleveland Browns |
| QB | Tua Tagovailoa | Dillon Gabriel |
| RB | De’Von Achane | Quinshon Judkins |
| WR | Jaylen Waddle | Jerry Jeudy |
| TE | Julian Hill | Harold Fannin Jr. |
Injury Report
| Player | Injury | Status |
| David Njoku (CLE) | Knee | Out |
| Jack Conklin (CLE) | Not specified | Questionable |
| Mason Graham (CLE) | Not specified | Questionable |
| Mike Hall (CLE) | Not specified | Questionable |
| Gage Larvadain (CLE) | Not specified | Questionable |
| Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (CLE) | Not specified | Questionable |
Losing Njoku for the game removed a key target for rookie starter Dillon Gabriel, who instead spread the ball to Harold Fannin Jr. and a group of role players in the passing game. A verified Week 7 injury report for Miami’s roster was not available from official sources at the time of writing.
Season Series and Head to Head
Miami and Cleveland have met 23 times including two postseason games, with the Dolphins holding a 13-10 all-time edge. The two teams split their most recent pair of meetings before this one, with Miami winning 20-3 in Cleveland on December 29, 2024, before the Browns responded with the 31-6 win on October 19, 2025.
| Date | Result |
| December 29, 2024 | Dolphins 20, Browns 3 |
| October 19, 2025 | Browns 31, Dolphins 6 |
Conference Standings
Both teams finished the 2025 season outside playoff position, with Cleveland placing fourth in the AFC North and Miami placing third in the AFC East.
| AFC North | W | L | PF | PA |
| Pittsburgh | 10 | 7 | 397 | 387 |
| Baltimore | 8 | 9 | 424 | 398 |
| Cincinnati | 6 | 11 | 414 | 492 |
| Cleveland | 5 | 12 | 279 | 379 |
| AFC East | W | L | PF | PA |
| New England | 14 | 3 | 490 | 320 |
| Buffalo | 12 | 5 | 481 | 365 |
| Miami | 7 | 10 | 347 | 424 |
| New York Jets | 3 | 14 | 300 | 503 |
Broadcast and Stream Information
| Detail | Information |
| National Broadcaster | CBS |
| Location | Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH |
| Attendance | 63,762 |
What was the final score of the Dolphins vs Browns game?
The Cleveland Browns defeated the Miami Dolphins 31-6 on October 19, 2025 at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio.
Who led Cleveland in rushing during the game?
Quinshon Judkins led the Browns with 25 carries for 84 yards and three rushing touchdowns, setting a career high in attempts.
How many turnovers did Miami commit?
Miami turned the ball over four times, including three interceptions thrown by Tua Tagovailoa and one lost fumble by D’Wayne Eskridge.
Did Miami score a touchdown in the game?
No, the Dolphins scored all six of their points on two field goals from Riley Patterson and did not reach the end zone.
Who threw the interception returned for a touchdown?
Tua Tagovailoa threw the pass that Cleveland cornerback Tyson Campbell returned 34 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter.
What were the teams’ records going into the game?
Miami entered at 1-6 overall and 0-4 on the road, while Cleveland entered at 1-5 before improving to 2-5 with the win.
Who leads the all-time series between the Dolphins and Browns?
Miami leads the all-time series 13-10 across 23 meetings, including a 2-0 record in their two playoff matchups.
Conclusion
Cleveland’s win snapped a three-game losing streak and gave the Browns their first game since Week 7 of the prior year with a margin larger than 17 points. For Miami, the loss extended a difficult stretch on the road and put more pressure on a passing game that struggled behind a patchwork offensive line. Turnovers, not total yardage, defined the outcome, as Cleveland’s defense scored as many touchdowns as Miami’s entire offense. Both teams closed the 2025 season outside the playoff picture, with Cleveland finishing fourth in the AFC North and Miami third in the AFC East.
