2005 Cleveland Browns season
The 2005 [NFL season|2005 season] was the Cleveland Browns' 53rd in the National Football League and their 57th overall. It was their 1st season under general manager Phil Savage and head coach Romeo Crennel. They posted a record of 6–10, improving upon their 2004 record of 4–12. However, the Browns failed to qualify for the playoffs for the third consecutive season.
Offseason
Undrafted free agents
| Player | Position | College |
| Lang Campbell | Quarterback | William & Mary |
| Josh Cribbs | Wide receiver | Kent State |
| Paul Irons | Tight end | Florida State |
| Lance Moore | Wide receiver | Toledo |
| J'Vonne Parker | Defensive tackle | Rutgers |
Regular season
Schedule
In addition to their regular games with AFC North rivals, the Browns played teams from the AFC South and NFC North as per the schedule rotation, and also played intraconference games against the Miami Dolphins and the Oakland Raiders based on divisional positions from 2004.Note: Intra-divisional opponents are in bold text.