Baker Mayfield throws a pass in practice as quarterbacks Drew Stanton (9) and Tyrod Taylor wait their turns, October 24, 2018, in Berea. (John Kuntz, cleveland.com)

BEREA, Ohio - It's Steelers week and the Browns will travel to Pittsburgh on Sunday, where they've lost 14 straight games.

The Browns and Steelers tied 21-21 in overtime in the opener when Zane Gonzalez' field goal attempt was blocked by linebacker T.J. Watt, who had four sacks on the afternoon.

The Steelers are coming off their bye, and the Browns are coming off their second straight loss, a 26-23 OT heart-breaker to the Bucs on a 59-yard field goal with 1:50 left in the extra session.

The 3-2-1 Steelers are now first in the AFC North and the 2-4-1 Browns are last.

"Looking forward to this matchup,'' said coach Hue Jackson. "Back in the division. This is a big opportunity for us this week. Our division is extremely tight right now. We have an opportunity to make it even tighter if we can go play really good football.

"They're first in the division for a reason. They have good players. They are a good team. There was a lot to learn by us in the season opener. It was a disappointing result, but we are going to have to go show how much we have improved since then."

Here's what you need to know from the first full day of preparation for the rematch.

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1. Baker Mayfield doesn't think Jackson needs to rescue the offense

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Offensive coordinator Todd Haley and head coach Hue Jackson talk with quarterback Baker Mayfield during a time out. (John Kuntz cleveland.com)

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"A lot of things are said postgame emotionally, but the thing around here is we don't need to reinvent the wheel,'' said Mayfield. "We need to perfect our craft.

"You look at the good teams around the league, they work hard at what they do and they become very, very good at it. We have what we have. We don't need to try to change too much. We just need to get better at what we're doing. There's no secret recipe for success, besides working your [butt] off with what you have."

Mayfield was asked directly what his reaction was to Jackson getting more involved in the offense, and he made it clear he likes what offensive coordinator Todd Haley is doing. I expected him to say that Jackson is an offensive-minded head coach and that more input from him to jump-start the sluggish offense would be more than welcome.

Mayfield also said on two occasions, both after the game and again on Monday, that the Browns need all the points they can get, and indicated he would've rather kicked field goals on the fourth-and-2 at the end of the half (on which he fumbled) and the fourth and 1 sneak in the fourth quarter (on which he didn't get in).

"Any points are good points," he said. "Field awareness, we've got to score when we have a chance, and we've got to do that and be proud to do that.''

After the game, he said, "those points matter down there, and in the first half, you've got to take the easy way out. Any points are good points at that point in the game. I've got to take care of the ball."

As for the sneak, he said, "Like I said, we need to take any points we can get, but that did not define the game. We should have scored earlier and after that, too."

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2. Mayfield stunned by what the ref said

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Jordan Whitehead levels Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield with his helmet as Mayfield began to slide down in the second half, October 21, 2018, at Raymond James Stadium. (John Kuntz, cleveland.com)

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Mayfield was speechless when he first heard referee Shawn Hochuli saying "he can be hit in the head'' by Bucs' Jordan Whitehead after his 35-yard scramble. A flag was thrown but then picked up, with Hochuli said that Mayfield was running and had protection, and that he hadn't yet started his slide.

"No words honestly,'' said Mayfield. "No words."

A source told cleveland.com that Whitehead will likely be fined for the helmet-to-helmet hit, but it's too late to do the Browns any good.

It's at least the third time this season that NFL has admitted it got a Browns call wrong, including a roughing call against Myles Garrett that shouldn't have been, and a missed false start on a Chargers touchdown pass.

For their part, the Browns must clean up the penalties. They had 14 for 114 yards in Tampa Bay, a potential difference in the game. The Browns are tied for the league lead with 58 penalties, along with their next two opponents, the Steelers and the Chiefs, but the Steelers have played one less game.

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3. Joe Schobert, Rashard Higgins, E.J. Gaines still out

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Defensive back Damarious Randall (l-r), middle linebacker Joe Schobert and receiver Rashard Higgins work on stationary bikes during practice. (John Kuntz, cleveland.com)

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Jackson said Schobert (hamstring), Gaines (concussion) and Higgins (sprained knee) will likely sit out the Steelers game. Higgins' absence is a blow to the offense, considering only Jarvis Landry is really stepping up. Antonio Callaway caught only one of two targets against the Bucs, and has caught only six of 18 targets over the past three games.

In other injury news, Damarious Randall, who played cornerback in place of Gaines last week, was idle Wednesday with his groin and ankle injuries, but Jackson is hoping he can play. Center JC Tretter also rested his high ankle sprain but Jackson expects him to play over it for the second straight week.

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4. Duke Johnson still wants to be here despite lack of touches

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Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson runs for a first down chased by Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Kwon Alexander in the first quarter. (Joshua Gunter, cleveland.com)

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The trading deadline is next Tuesday, and the thought of leaving hasn't even crossed Duke Johnson's mind.

"Yes, 100 percent want to be here still,'' he said. "I've found ways kind of I guess to make it enjoyable, to make it fun for me, I think I take a big mentoring role with mentoring younger guys just to keep me in it and keep me involved and keep me kind of going, just being able to help other people and help my younger teammates succeed and be the best they can be."

Johnson got only one carry last week in the aftermath of the Carlos Hyde trade, and four targets. He caught all four for 23 yards. But he's on pace for only 41 catches this season, down from his team-high 74 last season, with 45 carries, down from 82 last year.

"I know my blocking's been something that I've been proud of lately,'' he said. "Taking pride in that and finding something to find joy in, I find joy in picking up blitzes and protecting our quarterback and keeping the pocket clean.''

Once again, Jackson said he wants Johnson to get the ball more.

"Trust me, we are always trying to find different ways and different avenues to get him the ball,'' he said. "We have to continue to find ways because he is one of the better playmakers on our team."

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5. Joel Bitonio on sacks

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Offensive tackle Joel Bitonio battles defensive end Myles Garrett in an 11-on-11scrimmage during training camp. (John Kuntz, cleveland.com)

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Bitonio lamented the fact the Browns are giving up a league-high 31 sacks. Mayfield has been sacked five times in each of the last three games, and 18 in total despite not playing until Week 3. In the first meeting with Pittsburgh, Tyrod Taylor was sacked seven times, including four by T.J. Watt.

"We're worst in the league in sacks given up right now, and we're trying to improve as a unit,'' said Bitonio. "It's not always on one guy, but we just have to be better as a group. I know Pittsburgh had a good game against us last time, especially T.J. He had a big, big game, and one of our first goals is to protect the quarterback. Honestly, it's man to man, do not get beat. That's the main thing is when you are one on one with a guy, you have to protect and make sure he does not sack the quarterback."

The offensive line also had four penalties last week, including a holding call against Desmond Harrison on the the first play in overtime. In Pittsburgh, Mayfield will have to contend with the Steelers' exotic blitzes.

"They send a lot of blitzes," said Bitonio. "They run that 3-4 defense, that 4-2 nickel. They do a good job. They change looks. They have guys that can cover in the back end. They're one of the fastest teams to get pressure. We have to protect, get the ball out and hopefully run the ball."

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws a pass to tight end Dvicd Njoku in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns free safety Jabrill Peppers dives into the tackling pads during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward dives into the tackling pads during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley prepares for the start of practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Tyrod Taylor throws a pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett dons the jersey of teammate Chris Smith during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns tight ends David Njoku (R) and Darren Fells during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi runs through a line of scrimmage drill during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson watches his team stretch during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns GM John Dorsey during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Damion Ratley catches a pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns cornerback Briean Boddy-Calhoun dives into the tackling pads during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield prepares to start practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Breshad Perriman catches a high pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator Gregg Williams has some words for his defense during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi has some fun with defensive coordinator Gregg Williams during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield stretches his head band for his helmet during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Breshad Perriman catches a pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws a pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley talks with his tight end David Njoku during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Antonio Callaway catches a pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry gets ready to start practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry leans back to catch a pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Breshad Perriman catches a high pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Damion Ratley attempts a catch on a low pass in route drills during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive back Denzel Rice dives into the tackling pads during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive back T.J. Carrie dives into the tackling pads during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson talks with several players in the stretching period during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns linebacker D'Juan Hines dives into the tackling pads during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi has some fun with defensive coordinator Gregg Williams as defensive end Myles Garrett laughs at the stunt during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.

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Cleveland Browns defensive end Chad Thomas dives into the tackling pads during practice, October 24, 2018, in Berea.