Browns hold off Raiders

6:14 PM, Dec 2, 2012   |    comments
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon (13) catches a pass and runs for a touchdown against Oakland Raiders cornerback Ron Bartell (21) during the second quarter at O.co Coliseum. (PHOTO: US PRESSWIRE)
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OAKLAND, CA - Brandon Weeden threw for 364 yards and a touchdown to help the Cleveland Browns take a 20-17 decision over the Oakland Raiders on Sunday.

Weeden overcame two first half interceptions to complete 25-of-36 throws. He led an important touchdown march late in the fourth quarter to help secure the victory, the Browns' (4-8) first on the road this season.

Trent Richardson capped Cleveland's final score with a touchdown run. He ran for 72 yards on 20 carries to give the Browns their second straight victory.

Carson Palmer passed for 351 yards and two touchdowns on 34-of-54 attempts for Oakland (3-9), but his interception in the fourth led to the Browns' touchdown.

Brandon Myers hauled in a career-high 14 catches for 130 yards and a touchdown in the Raiders' fifth straight loss.

 

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