Jaguars vs. Browns Prediction, Pick, Odds: Can Jaguars Put Up Points Without Trevor Lawrence?
The Jacksonville Jaguars franchise quarterback went down hard on Monday Night Football, and is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns. Can the Jags still put up points if Trevor Lawrence is unable to go? Jason Radowitz is focusing on the total instead in light of the injury news on both sides of Jaguars vs. Browns.
Jason Radowitz - December 7, 2023, 9:24 AM EST
5 minJaguars vs. Browns Prediction, Pick, Odds: Can Jaguars Put Up Points Without Trevor Lawrence?
The Jacksonville Jaguars will take on the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon.
The Browns will likely start Joe Flacco for the second straight week. Meanwhile, the Jaguars have multiple injuries at quarterback. Trevor Lawrence has a high-ankle sprain, and C.J. Beathard has a shoulder injury he sustained after taking over for Lawrence in last week's loss to the Bengals.
With the Jaguars limited at quarterback, will the Browns earn a home win to get to 8-5 on the season?
Here are our picks, predictions, and odds for Sunday's game between the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Cleveland Browns.
Jaguars vs. Browns Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 10, 2023
- Game Time: 1:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
Jaguars vs. Browns Odds
- Spread: Jaguars +3 (-110), Browns -3 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 30.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Jaguars (+145), Browns (-165)
Jaguars vs. Browns Injury Report
Jaguars
Questionable: CB Tyson Campbell (Quad), CB Tre Herndon (Concussion), TE Brenton Strange (Foot), RB D'Ernest Johnson (Knee), S Andre Cisco (Shoulder), C.J. Beathard (Shoulder), QB Trevor Lawrence (Ankle)
Out: WR Christian Kirk (Groin)
Browns
Questionable: CB Denzel Ward (Shoulder), S Juan Thornhill (Calf), WR Marquise Goodwin (Concussion), G Wyatt Teller (Calf), CB Cameron Mitchell (Shoulder), QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson (Concussion)
Out: S Rodney McLeod Jr. (Bicep)
Jaguars vs. Browns Prediction
The Jaguars haven't ruled out Trevor Lawrence from this game against the Browns. However, he had a high ankle sprain and couldn't even move on Monday night when he sustained the injury.
Even if Lawrence does play, he won't give the Jaguars the best chance of winning. His mobility would be limited, and his footwork would be awkward.
Add on the fact that Christian Kirk will be unavailable due to a groin injury, and the Jaguars don't look too appealing this week.
C.J. Beathard will probably start in Lawrence's place. He's thrown 12 completions on 14 attempts and has experience from previous years. However, he's a backup quarterback who has never really enjoyed success when given an opportunity.
On the other hand, the Browns will start Joe Flacco for the second week in a row. Flacco started in place of Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who had been in concussion protocol. Flacco played well enough for another opportunity. The Browns lost to the Rams, but he completed 23 passes for 254 yards with two touchdowns and an interception.
Another whole week of practice with his teammates should help. However, the Jaguars are known for having an excellent secondary. Flacco's completion percentage was just over 50% against the Rams. It might be below 50% against Jacksonville.
Meanwhile, the Browns are elite as a pass rush and would create chaos if Beathard or Lawrence were back there.
Lawrence wouldn't be able to escape pressure, and Beathard wouldn't recognize the Browns' defense scheme as well as Lawrence.
Therefore, I'll take the Under 30.5 in this game.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Cleveland Browns Pick
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