On January 10, 2021, the Browns scored an NFL playoff record 28 first quarter points on their way to a 48–37 away victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Wild Card Round. Baker Mayfield threw for 263 yards and three touchdowns in his playoff debut, leading the Browns to their first win at Heinz Field since 2003, first playoff win since 1995, and first road playoff victory since 1969. On January 17, 2020, the Browns lost 17-22 to the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs, ending their season. Despite the loss, the Browns received league-wide praise for the turnaround accomplished by the organization during the 2020 season and the excellent performances that came from the overhaul, with a growing number of fans and commentators seeing them as perennial playoff contenders for the future.