In the second half of the Browns’ two preseason games, they outscored the Panthers and Eagles 26-3. For the Rams, they had higher scoring second halves, outscoring their opponents 33-28.
The Rams’ 23-22 win against the Chargers came down to their final possession. With 1:28 left in the game, the Rams were trailing 22-17. QB Stetson Bennett IV led the Rams down the field to score a touchdown with five seconds left, taking a one-point lead and securing the win.
Against the Cowboys, the Rams were out to a 14-6 lead by the time the second half started, however, they didn’t let off the gas. The Rams scored 17 more points, including two fourth quarter touchdowns, as the Cowboys put up 15 points in the fourth quarter trying to rally back.
For the Browns, the final 30 minutes of the Eagles game were important after being down 13-12 coming out of halftime. Henry’s pick-six and a field goal by K Andre Szmyt put the Browns on top.
Against a Rams team that has pulled away and rallied late in games, the Browns need to have that same offensive precision. On the other side of the ball, the Browns’ defense needs to show they can slow down a Rams’ offense that has proven they can compete in second half shootouts.