1972 Cleveland Browns season Exhibition schedule Exhibition schedule

| Week | Date_ | Opponent | Result_ | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | August 4, 1972 | at Los Angeles Rams | L 13–3 | 64803 |
| 2 | August 13, 1972 | at San Francisco 49ers | L 20–13 | 58364 |
| 3 | August 20, 1972 | at Detroit Lions | L 34–7 | 58422 |
| 4 | August 26, 1972 | Minnesota Vikings | L 20–17 | 70583 |
| 5 | September 3, 1972 | vs. Cincinnati Bengals at Columbus, Ohio | L 27–21 | 84816 |
| 6 | September 10, 1972 | at New York Giants | L 27–13 | 60152 |