Browns vs. Falcons NFL Preseason Week 3: Betting Odds and Game Preview

By Michael Harrison

December 11, 2024 at 12:40 PM

The Cleveland Browns (2-0) face the Atlanta Falcons (0-2) in their final preseason game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday at 8:00 pm ET.

Game Preview:

  • Browns lead preseason 2-0 (wins vs Jaguars 23-13, Giants 17-13)
  • Falcons struggling at 0-2 (losses vs Titans 23-3, Dolphins 37-17)

Betting Odds:

  • Browns: -250 moneyline, -6 spread (-110)
  • Falcons: +210 moneyline
  • Over/Under: 35.5 points (-110)

Key Points:

  • Baker Mayfield likely to play briefly for Browns
  • Odell Beckham Jr. unlikely to play (ACL recovery)
  • Falcons seeking backup QB after A.J. McCarron's ACL injury
  • Josh Rosen to compete with Feleipe Franks for backup role
  • Matt Ryan expected to see limited action

Team Stats (2023):

  • Browns: 26.3 PPG (13th), 26.6 PA (22nd)
  • Falcons: 24.8 PPG (16th), 25.9 PA (19th)

Season Outlook:

  • Browns: +155 to win AFC North, +1600 Super Bowl odds
  • Falcons: +850 to win NFC South, +6000 Super Bowl odds

Prediction: Take Browns to win and cover (-6). Cleveland's more focused approach and Atlanta's QB situation make the Browns the better bet, despite playing on the road.

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