New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns 12/28/23 – As the NFL season heads into its penultimate week, the matchup between the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium is drawing significant attention from NFL betting picks enthusiasts. Scheduled for Thursday, this clash will be broadcast on AMZN, offering a pivotal moment for both teams as they strive to solidify their standings. The Browns, riding high with a 10-5 record, host the struggling Jets, who have managed a 6-9 record this season.
New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns 12/28/23
| When: | Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 8:15 PM ET |
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| Where: | Cleveland Browns Stadium |
| TV: | AMZN |
| Stream: | NFL+ |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Jets | +7.5 -119 | o35 -105 | +280 |  |
| Browns | -7.5 -101 | u35 -115 | -350 | |
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Zach Wilson QB vs. Joe Flacco QB
Zach Wilson of the New York Jets has had an eventful season. Through 12 games, Wilson has completed 221 out of 368 attempts (60.1%) for an impressive 2271 passing yards and eight touchdowns while also incurring 7 interceptions and 46 sacks; his passer rating stands at 77.2 to reflect this inconsistency and difficulty.
Joe Flacco of the Cleveland Browns has also shown remarkable promise in just four games played so far, completing 104 out of 175 attempts with an astounding 59.4% completion rate to amass 1307 yards while contributing 10 touchdowns against 7 interceptions for an 85.1 passer rating and significantly impactful performances against opponents.
Jets’ Ground and Air Attack
Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson form the core of the Jets’ offensive success, boasting 732 yards on 732 attempts with an average of 4.2 per attempt over 15 games played for 732 total yards rushed and four touchdowns, illustrating his important contribution to their offense. Garrett Wilson has been an outstanding wide receiver for the Panthers this season. Over 15 games he has secured 88 receptions out of 153 targets for 958 yards at an average 10.9 yard reception rate, making plays into significant gains and creating 44 first downs despite two fumbles. His contribution cannot be underrated.
Browns’ Offensive Firepower
Jerome Ford is the Browns’ primary running back, amassing 743 rushing yards over 15 games with an average 3.9 yards per attempt and four touchdowns – both qualities which have proved essential to the team’s ground game success. Amari Cooper has been an outstanding receiver for the Browns, amassing 72 receptions from 128 targets over 15 games for 1250 yards – that equates to 17.4 yards per reception and 5 touchdowns! Cooper’s prominence in their passing game highlights his immense value as a key asset of their passing attack.
NFL Betting Odds: Cleveland Browns -350, Over/Under: 36
The current betting odds favor the Cleveland Browns, with a moneyline of -350 and an over/under of 36. The spread suggests confidence in the Browns’ ability to secure a win, considering their strong overall performance and home-field advantage.
Trends
New York Jets Betting Trends
NY Jets are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 14 of NY Jets’ last 20 games.
NY Jets are 2-6 SU in their last 8 games.
NY Jets are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games against Cleveland.
Jets are 7-2 SU in their last 9 games against Cleveland.
NY Jets are 2-9 SU in their last 11 games on the road.
Cleveland Browns Betting Trends
Cleveland are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cleveland’s last 5 games.
Cleveland are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cleveland’s last 5 games against NY Jets.
Cleveland are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games at home.
Cleveland are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games when playing at home against NY Jets.
New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns Betting Picks
Considering the statistics and trends, the Cleveland Browns appear to be the safer bet, especially given their strong home record and recent form. The Jets, while having a favorable historical record against the Browns, have shown inconsistency this season.
For prop bets, focusing on individual performances, especially from key players like Amari Cooper and Breece Hall, might offer value. The over/under is set at a conservative 36, reflecting the defensive strengths of both teams. However, considering the offensive capabilities, especially of the Browns, the over might be a viable option.
Top betting websites are aligning with these insights, suggesting the Browns as favorites. However, the unpredictable nature of NFL games, especially late in the season, means surprises are always possible.
Score Prediction: Browns 24, Jets 17
