Cardinals vs. Browns: NFL Week 9 Odds & Picks (2023)
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NFL Odds, Picks & Predictions: Cardinals vs. Browns
Cardinals vs. Browns
We really have no idea what the Cardinals offense is going to look like in this game. QB Josh Dobbs was traded to Minnesota and neither Kyler Murray or Clayton Tune has taken a snap in the NFL this season. Against this Cleveland defense, that’s a big deal. The dominant defensive line of the Browns will make the Cardinals uncomfortable all day. A 9.6% adjusted sack rate for Cleveland means whoever is at quarterback will be running for their lives. Of course Murray is known for his scramble ability but coming off of a knee injury, do we really know if he’ll be as effective? Who will be there to catch improvised passes with James Conner and Zach Ertz still out? Meanwhile Cleveland has their own quarterback questions. Mainly, is Deshaun Watson healthy enough to play. If he is, it may not make a huge difference as he hasn’t looked like the Deshaun Watson we knew in Houston. No matter who is playing quarterback for either team, this game is a clear under play.
Pick: Under 37.5
-Ryan Rodeman
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