The Cleveland Browns are looking to rebound in a big way against the New York Jets. Here are some predictions for their matchup on Monday night.
No ejections
Well, at least none that are not self-inflicted. Greg Robinson was ejected last week against the Titans after kicking Kenny Vaccaro in the head. Cleveland should be more disciplined this time around. Although things could change if Jets defensive coordinator Gregg Williams is up to his usual tactics under the mantra “Come get some bitch!”.
Browns will win turnover battle
Two of Baker Mayfield’s three interceptions came in garbage time. Mayfield was obviously pressing trying to make things happen in a last ditch effort before accepting defeat. Cleveland’s defense failed to get a takeaway against the Titans. This will change this week with the Jets being down to their backup quarterback Trevor Siemian.
Nick Chubb cracks 20 carries
Nick Chubb had 17 carries in Week 1. This was mostly due to the fact that things got out of hand later in the game and running was no longer viable. Cleveland will go to the Nick Chubb well early and often in order to put together a more balanced offensive attack. Now that both C.J. Mosley and Quinnen Williams will be out Monday it will only open more running lanes.
Baker Mayfield and Odell Beckham Jr. make first touchdown connection
Many expected Baker Mayfield to throw a touchdown Odell Beckham Jr. in the opening game. This did not happen. The dynamic duo will without a doubt look to change things in Week 2. Mayfield and Beckham certainly have chemistry. It will just be up to the offensive line to protect Mayfield so he can have time to find Beckham.
Baker Mayfield throws more touchdowns than interceptions
Building off the last prediction, Baker Mayfield will throw more touchdowns than interceptions Monday. Mayfield threw one touchdown compared to three interceptions last Sunday. Things should be much different on Monday as quite a few disastrous things would have to happen for the Browns to be in a similar situation this week.
