Browns Sticking with K Andre Szmyt After Struggles in NFL Debut

Browns Coach Shares Intriguing Comment on Kicker Ahead of Week 2

The Cleveland Browns could have a kicker controversy, but coach Kevin Stefanski isn’t hoping that will happen.The Browns released Dustin Hopkins as Andre Szmyt won the kicking job out of training camp. Yet, in Week 1, Szmyt went 1-for-2 on field goals and 1-for-2 on extra points, and those points proved to be crucial in a 17-16 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.After the game, many fans called for Szmyt to be cut, but Stefanski says he will handle …

Browns to stick with kicker Andre Szmyt despite Week 1 struggles

Szmyt missed an extra point and a field goal in a one-point loss

Browns sticking with K Andre Szmyt after struggles in NFL debut

On Wednesday, the first practice since the game, head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that they would be giving Szmyt another opportunity, sticking with him as their kicker for Week 2.

Browns kicker Andre Szmyt unreliable in opener: Crowquill

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cleveland Browns opened the season with a one-point loss to the Cincinnati Bengals despite playing well enough to win. The difference? Rookie kicker, Andre Szmyt, missed an extra point and 36-yard field goal — both wide right.

Analyst Says 1 Person Is To Blame For Browns' Kicker Issues

(Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)   The Cleveland Browns walked away from Week 1 with plenty of regret after a 17-16 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Rookie kicker Andre Szmyt’s struggles in crucial moments became the focal point of postgame discussions. His missed extra point and failed 36-yard field goal attempt left the Browns on the wrong side of a game they controlled for most of the afternoon. General manager Andrew Berry’s decision to m…