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Baltimore approaches this match on the back of five victories, proving both offensive and defensive capabilities. Conversely, Cleveland has recently been on the wrong end of the scoresheet quite a number of times even when the margins were close and displayed great resolve. The two teams have also key injury issues that matter for this divisional clash. First, let us go deep into the recent trends, the history between the two teams, and injury updates so that you can have an all-round idea of what to expect on the match day.
Betting Odds and Info
These are the latest odds as of writing:
Moneyline: Ravens -450 , Browns +351
Spread: Ravens -9 , Browns +9
Over/Under: 44.5
Team Recent Performance
Baltimore Ravens
The squad has recorded an impressive five straight wins. They came from behind to beat Tampa Bay 41-31 while posting -4.5 points, thus winning and also going over 51 points. In the case of a 30-23 victory over Washington, they failed to cover the -7 but went over the 50.5 total. On the contrary, they were able to beat Cincinnati 41-38 while playing as -2.5 favorites and also went over the 48.5 points. However, against Buffalo, they triumphed largely 35-10, which also covered the -3 line but went far below 47.5. As a result, they also managed to win against Dallas 28-25, with a slight advantage of -1.5 and also went over the set 47.5 line.
Cleveland Browns
In their last five games, the team has faced difficulties and has lost exactly five in a row. They lost to Cincinnati 21-14 where they were the +5.5 underdogs and the total posted was 42.5. In the loss to Philadelphia, they lost by 4 points 16-20 but managed to cover the +8 spread. The total went under the 42 total points. They also lost to Washington because they were +3 underdogs with a tough defeat 34-13 where the total went over 43.5. In Las Vegas, they lost 20-16 when they were the favorites at -3 odds while the total score remained below 37. Lastly, they succumbed to the Giants at 21-15 while pegged to win by -6.5 points with the total falling below the 38 benchmark.
Team Head-to-Head Matchup
Baltimore has won six games and lost four, in contrast to the four wins and six losses of Cleveland. The two teams equally performed against the spread with Baltimore achieving a 6-4 with Cleveland at 4-6. The over and under results are also similarly placed at 4-6 each. The Ravens score 26.4 points every match on average while the Browns make an average 20.6 points. The Ravens are also leading in terms of rushing yards 161.5 to 118.5 and in total yards 351 to 328. Cleveland passes more on average (34.6) than Baltimore (27.4), but the latter is more effective in that it completes 66.42% for 66.42 of attempts while the former is 60.4%. Both teams are almost equal in terms of the number of turnovers per game with Baltimore at 1.7 and Cleveland at 1.6.
Team Injuries
Baltimore Ravens
Several players listed as questionable are present in the injury report of Baltimore for the upcoming game on Sunday. Important defensive players like Marlon Humphrey (CB, knee), Malik Harrison (LB, groin), Broderick Washington (DT, knee), Travis Jones (DT, ankle), Nate Wiggins (CB, shoulder), Rasheen Ali (RB, ankle), and T.J. Tampa (CB, ankle) are all facing uncertainty in their participation. Arthur Maulet (CB, knee) has been listed as probable which provides some coverage in the secondary. Other players are on injured reserve including but not limited to Trayvon Mullen (CB, shoulder), Deonte Harris (WR, injury undisclosed), Jalyn Armour-Davis (CB, hamstring), Christian Matthew (S, injury undisclosed), Malik Hamm (LB, knee), Owen Wright (RB, foot) and Deion Jennings (LB, injury undisclosed).
Cleveland Browns
Among the notable starters, Jameis Winston will assume the role of quarterback, whereas Deshaun Watson (QB, ruptured Achilles tendon) and Nick Harris (C, fractured fibula) are both on injury reserve for the rest of the season. The injury report lists Jordan Hicks (LB, elbow), Ethan Pocic (C, knee), Wyatt Teller (G, knee), Jedrick Wills Jr. (T, knee), Jerome Ford (RB, hamstring), Dorian Thompson-Robinson (QB, finger), and Ronnie Hickman Jr. (S, ankle) as do players, but with the mention of possible return. Other players who were placed on short-term injured reserve rather than the regular one include the following, Charley Hughlett (C, rib injury), James Hudson III, (T, shoulder), Elerson Smith (LB, out with an undisclosed injury), David Bell (WR, hip injury) and Alex Wright (DE, triceps injury).
SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction
The Baltimore Ravens will win and cover the spread with the total going over 44.5.
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