The Philadelphia Eagles will host the Cleveland Browns at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, October 13th. The game kicks off at 1:00 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on FOX. The Eagles are looking to bounce back from a slow start to the season, while the Browns are desperate to break a three-game losing streak. Philadelphia is an 8.5-point favorite, with the over/under set at 43.5 points.
Both teams have faced early struggles this season. The Eagles, who are coming off a bye week, will have key offensive players back, including A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. The Browns, on the other hand, need to figure out their offensive issues if they hope to compete against a solid Philadelphia defense.
Can the Eagles Rebound at Home?
The Eagles started the season with high expectations but have been inconsistent, sitting at 2-2. Quarterback Jalen Hurts has struggled with turnovers, throwing four interceptions and losing a fumble in the first four games. Philadelphia will benefit from having their top two receivers, A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, back in the lineup this week.
Philadelphia’s defense has been solid but not dominant, allowing 16.8 points per game. They’ll look to apply pressure to Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson and force mistakes. If the Eagles can establish a balanced offensive attack and avoid turnovers, they should be able to control this game from start to finish.
The Eagles need a win here to stay competitive in the NFC East, and playing at home after a bye week gives them an added advantage.
Browns Seek to End Losing Streak
The Browns have been in a tailspin, losing their last three games. Quarterback Deshaun Watson has been at the center of their struggles, posting the worst passer rating of any starting quarterback this season. Cleveland’s offense has been unable to generate consistent scoring, averaging just 14 points per game.
Cleveland’s defense has played well, but they’ve been left on the field too long due to the offense’s inability to sustain drives. The Browns’ secondary will be tested by the return of the Eagles’ top receivers, and they’ll need to play their best game of the season to slow down Philadelphia’s attack.
For Cleveland to have a chance, they must establish the run game and keep the Eagles’ offense off the field. Without improvement from Watson, the Browns could find themselves in a deep hole early in this matchup.
Prediction: Eagles to Cover the Spread
The Eagles are in a prime position to get back on track after a week of rest and preparation. With their top offensive weapons returning and the Browns struggling mightily on offense, Philadelphia should be able to control the game from the outset. Expect Jalen Hurts to have a solid performance and the Eagles’ defense to keep Cleveland’s offense in check.
Take the Eagles to cover the -8.5 spread and consider the under on 43.5 total points, as the Browns have struggled to score and the Eagles’ defense is capable of keeping the game low-scoring. The Eagles should win comfortably at home.
