Cleveland Browns (0-1) vs. Jacksonville Jaguars (0-1)
Cleveland Browns vs. Jacksonville Jaguars September 15 2024 – While we explore NFL daily previews, the Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars, who lost in the first week and wish to make amends, will cross paths on September 15, 2024, at M&T Bank Stadium. The teams are slated to take a kickoff at 1:00 PM ET, and the game is scheduled to be streamed on the CBS network. It identifies great aggression and a good level of tactics from either side of the teams who will want to cut out on starting the season in a very competitive NFL league.
Cleveland Browns vs. Jacksonville Jaguars September 15 2024 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET |
| Where: | EverBank Stadium |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Cleveland Browns vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Browns | +110 | +2 (-110) | 44.5 over (-110) |
| Jaguars | -130 | -2 (-110) | 44.5 under (-110) |
The betting odds reflect a tightly contested match, with the Jaguars slightly favored at home. The total points are set at 44.5, suggesting expectations of a moderately high-scoring affair, aligning with Cleveland’s recent trend of high-scoring games.
Deshaun Watson QB vs. Trevor Lawrence QB
The quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, Deshaun Watson, has not enjoyed a comfortable start to the season. His first game was underwhelming. Watson threw 24 of 45 pass attempts, completing 169 yards, which qualifies as a meager 3.8 yards per pass attempt. Also, Watson produced 1 touchdown and had 2 interceptions, worth a passer rating of 51.1. It will be interesting to see how Watson bounces back from an abysmal performance since he will face a weaker Jaguars defense.
In comparison with Trevor Lawrence of the Jacksonville Jaguars, this time it is awful and explains his low year average of 57.1% completion rates with 162 passing yards and 0 interceptions, along with a better half. Lawrence posted no interceptions. The 97.7 passer rating means a change for the better but rather completely ineffective play. Looking at Lawrence’s performance, one can clearly discern increasing confidence and improvement in managing the game, which likely will create problems for the Browns’ defense.
While they duel to overcome their defenses, the real matchup of wits will take center stage. In particular, Watson’s tendency to flay defenses apart needs to rein in his inaccuracy, whereas Lawrence’s calm game will be more geometrically efficient to the extent of defensive deficiencies.
Cleveland Browns’ Ground and Air Attack: Bridging the Gaps
The Browns’ offense has shown some sparks, particularly in their ground game. Jerome Ford, the emerging running back, posted 44 yards on 12 carries, scoring once. This performance, while modest, indicates potential, especially against a Jaguars’ defense that has been penetrable. In the air, tight end David Njoku caught 4 passes for 44 yards, but the team will need more explosive plays from him and the receiving corps to truly test the Jaguars’ secondary.
Jacksonville Jaguars’ Offensive Strategy: Exploiting the Edges
Jacksonville’s offense, led by running back Tank Bigsby, who rushed for 73 yards on 12 attempts, showed promise. Bigsby’s ability to break through for a long rush of 26 yards highlights his explosive potential that could change the dynamics of the game. Wide receiver Gabe Davis also made significant contributions with 62 receiving yards from 3 catches, demonstrating the capability to stretch the field and create crucial first downs.
Cleveland Browns Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Cleveland’s last 5 games.
Cleveland are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games against Jacksonville.
The total has gone OVER in 10 of Cleveland’s last 10 games on the road.
Cleveland are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games when playing on the road against Jacksonville.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Cleveland’s last 6 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference conference.
Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Trends
Philadelphia are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games.
Philadelphia are 2-6 SU in their last 8 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Philadelphia’s last 6 games against Atlanta.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Philadelphia’s last 6 games at home.
Philadelphia are 9-1 SU in their last 10 games when playing at home against Atlanta.
Cleveland Browns vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Previews
The tensing competition is incorporated through recent trends and specific head to head encounters according to the analysis. The issues supporting a prediction of Jacksonville bears clutching to their steadier quarterbacking and playing in front of their fans. Still, Cavaliers on the lead towards higher totals means 44.5 over could be backed up.
Slipping off from general assessment, specific action betting can lead one into betting on the fact that the spread will be covered by the Jaguars, current recommendations from leading sports betting sites can be compliant with this. Bets on the line such as passing yards on Deshaun Watson or rushing yards on Tank Bigsby may as well be on the table.
Score Prediction: Jaguars 24, Browns 21.
