Cleveland Browns vs New York Jets

Head to head

Super Bowl odds0.9%0.9%
Power rating7377
Contender tier

Preview

How it plays out

Cleveland Browns vs New York Jets is an all-AFC matchup with seeding on the line. Our model can barely split them: Cleveland Browns 45%, New York Jets 55% (NYJ -0.5).

Tactically, Cleveland Browns will want to lean on quality corners to attack New York Jets, whose offensive line is the obvious pressure point. Going the other way, New York Jets's aggressive defense could punish Cleveland Browns if skill talent goes unaddressed. It is the kind of trade-off decided in the margins: third down, the trenches, and the turnover battle.

Keep an eye on Jerry Jeudy (WR) and Garrett Wilson (WR): the two most likely to decide it with a single play. Browns get the home crowd, worth a few points of swing before kickoff.

Key players

CLE Browns

MGMyles Garrett
Myles Garrett
EDGE · DPOY
JJJerry Jeudy
Jerry Jeudy
WR · Volume
DWDenzel Ward
Denzel Ward
CB · Pro Bowl

NYJ Jets

GWGarrett Wilson
Garrett Wilson
WR · Star
BHBreece Hall
Breece Hall
RB · Explosive
SGSauce Gardner
Sauce Gardner
CB · All-Pro

Frequently asked

Who is favored in Cleveland Browns vs New York Jets?

Our model favors the New York Jets, with a 55% win probability over the Cleveland Browns (45%). The projected spread is NYJ -0.5.

What is the prediction for Browns vs Jets?

Our model favors New York Jets (55%) over Cleveland Browns (45%), spread NYJ -0.5: effectively a toss-up.

What are the moneyline odds for Cleveland Browns vs New York Jets?

Implied from our model's win probabilities, the Cleveland Browns are +122 and the New York Jets are -122 on the moneyline.

Who are the key players to watch in Browns vs Jets?

Watch Myles Garrett (EDGE) for the Browns and Garrett Wilson (WR) for the Jets.

Is Browns vs Jets a divisional game?

No. It is an AFC inter-divisional game (AFC North vs AFC East), not a division rivalry.