5 Takeaways From Cleveland Browns’ Week 5 Comeback Win

As a whole, Cleveland's defense has been shaky so far this season and if they were looking for a confidence-boosting game against Tennessee, it wasn't the case. Both Jake Locker and Charlie Whitehurst combined for 273 yards passing and three touchdown passes. Rookie cornerback Justin Gilbert may be needed to fill in for an injured Joe Haden after playing just nine snaps in Tennessee. Issues in the secondary may be exploited against Pittsburgh.

The Browns comeback win against Tennessee was the second-largest comeback of the 2014 season. In Week 1, Cleveland found themselves down 27-3 against the Steelers and came all the way back, but ultimately fell 30-27. The Browns' comeback on Sunday was the largest in NFL history by a road team and propelled the team to its first win after the bye week. Browns fans love the resiliency, but a comfortable win would help the blood pressure.

While the 2014 Browns seem to be a reincarnation of the "Kardiac Kids" of 1980, their slow starts could catch up to them. The offense has been up and down throughout Cleveland's first four games and the only complete game the offense has put together was against the Saints in Week 2. The defense has been questionable and needs to play better overall, whether it's in run or passing defense.

When Pro Bowl receiver Josh Gordon was initially suspended for the season, the Browns' offensive weaponry was brought into question. Receivers Miles Austin and Andrew Hawkins have combined for 40 receptions and designated punt returner Travis Benjamin has emerged as a reliable WR with three touchdowns. RB Ben Tate returned from an injury sustained in Week 1 and ran for a career-high 123 yards. The Browns need its position players to make plays.

In 2013, Browns QB Brian Hoyer brought hope to a position that has been a staple of inferiority in the NFL. Hoyer started and won three games before being lost for the season. In 2014, Hoyer has thrown for 1,008 yards, six touchdowns and one interception while completing 62 percent of his passes. Hoyer's consistency has brought life into the Browns' offense and has Cleveland excited about the idea of potentially returning to the playoffs.