Week 13 in the National Football League is set to get under way with a matchup between the Cleveland Browns and the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Presently, the Cleveland Browns hold the third position in the AFC North with a season record of 7-4. Their recent outing ended in a loss against the Denver Broncos on the road. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Rams, standing at 5-6, find themselves in the third spot in the NFC West, despite securing consecutive victories, the latest being a decisive win against the Cardinals. The Los Angeles Rams are -3.5 at home over the Browns in this one.
Banged up Cleveland Browns
Throughout the season, the Cleveland Browns have battled with injuries, particularly impacting key players like DeShaun Watson and Nick Chubb, crucial offensive players. Despite these setbacks, the coaching of Kevin Stefanski and his team has positioned the Browns well. Dorian Thompson-Robinson has assumed the quarterback role in Watson’s absence, contributing one touchdown and four interceptions in the last five games.
The Browns’ overall quarterback performance has nine touchdowns and 13 interceptions. In the absence of Chubb, Jerome Ford has taken the lead in the rushing department with 145 carries and three touchdowns. Kareem Hunt stands out with six rushing touchdowns, while Amari Cooper, nearing 800 receiving yards, shares the top spot for receiving touchdowns with David Njoku, each having two. The Browns’ games have been marked by a combination of defensive and offensive struggles.
Red Hot Rams
Looking at the Rams, coach Sean McVay is optimistic that his team is hitting its peak at the right time, evident in their recent back-to-back victories. Despite their third-place standing in the NFC West, the Rams have outscored the Seahawks and Cardinals 54-30 in their winning streak.
The Rams average 21.1 points per game while allowing 21.3. The return of Kyren Williams has been instrumental, with the running back getting 113 carries, 599 yards, and 6 touchdowns this season. Puka Nacua stands as the primary receiving threat, requiring only 76 yards to achieve the 1,000-yard mark for the season.
Looking ahead, the Rams face a trip to Baltimore before concluding the season with four consecutive games, including matchups against the Commanders and Saints at home, and the Giants and 49ers on the road. The unpredictability of the Rams’ performance has made their betting lines challenging to figure out.
Rams Top Browns, Reach .500
When getting ready to bet on this game, the Los Angeles Rams are favored to win this game. The return of Kyren Williams has significantly impacted their performance, allowing quarterback Matthew Stafford to showcase his skills more effectively. The Rams, with their choice of offensive targets, are anticipated to win.
On the other hand, a loss for the Browns could jeopardize their postseason chances Week 14 approaches. The recommended bet for this game is on the Los Angeles Rams at -3.5 to cover the spread, as they win this game 28-17 over the Browns on Sunday!
