CLEVELAND — It was a crucial game for the Cleveland Browns. Needing a win over the Los Angeles Chargers to stay atop the AFC North, the team ended up falling just short, losing again by just a few points when the win was in their grasp.

The Browns now fall to a record of 2-3 after their loss Sunday at FirstEnergy Stadium to the Chargers, 30-28.


What You Need To Know

  • The Cleveland Browns lost to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, 30-28, at FirstEnergy Stadium

  • The Browns now fall to a record of 2-3
  • Both before and during the game, cancer survivors and those currently battling cancer were honored by the NFL and the Browns, as part of the NFL's Crucial Catch initiative

  • The initiative started back in 2009 and has raised more than $24 million for the American Cancer Society

The Browns had a few chances late in the game to take the lead but ended up blowing both opportunities with quarterback Jacoby Brissett throwing an interception while on the cusp of scoring a touchdown and Cade York missing a 54-yard field goal which would have won the game for the Browns.


Despite the game having crucial importance for the Browns to remain leaders of their division, the matchup also served another crucial purpose.

Both before and during the game, cancer survivors and those currently battling cancer were honored by the NFL and the Browns.

It’s all part of the NFL's Crucial Catch initiative, which helps to fight cancer through early detection.

The initiative started back in 2009 and has raised over $24 million for the American Cancer Society.

“Everything happens for a reason, even though I may not like those reasons,” said Holly Day, a breast cancer survivor and one of those honored at Sunday’s game. “It’s kind of nice to be able to be a part of the thing with people I can relate with.”

Day was diagnosed with cancer back in Feb. 2020. A month later, as COVID-19 was ramping up in the United States, she was in the surgical room.

“I’ve had both a mastectomy and a hysterectomy,” said Day, an employee for University Hospitals. “I had chemo. I lost my hair. My family was there for me and just trying to keep everything as normal.”

Day, who is now in recovery, continues to live up to her name and said she simply takes it day by day, being sure to never take any moment for granted.

“I’m just lucky," she saud. "I’m glad I’m here."