<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1XBWvP_0vuXsH6s00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1XBWvP_0vuXsH6s00" width="1280" height="720" ><figcaption>Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is sacked by New York Giants defensive tackle Elijah Chatman during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024 in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard) AP</figcaption></figure>Dazzling Washington rookie Jayden Daniels will be the newest challenge for a Browns team that has disappointed over the first four weeks of the season.Cleveland will be trying to avoid a 1-4 start for the first time in 14 years by pulling off a road win Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET at Northwest Stadium.The Commanders will aim for a fourth consecutive win against a Browns defense that is still top 10 in passing yards allowed to opposing quarterbacks. The last time Washington started 4-1 was 2008, and that was the only time they have done so since 1999.Oddsmakers have the Browns as an underdog by 3.5 and 3.0 points ahead of kickoff. The over/under for the game is 43.5 points.<h2>Browns vs. Commanders predictions</h2><ul><li>Commanders +3 (-120 odds at <a href="https://swift.baas-sl.com/clickout/clickoutPublisher?st=baas_cleveland_promos&amp;type=sport&amp;pn=fanduel_default&amp;clickoutElement=anchorTextCTA">FanDuel Sportsbook</a>)</li><li>Over 43.5 (-112 at <a href="https://swift.baas-sl.com/clickout/clickoutPublisher?st=baas_cleveland_promos&amp;type=sport&amp;pn=draftkings_default&amp;clickoutElement=anchorTextCTA">DraftKings Sportsbook</a>)</li><li>Amari Cooper over 49.5 receiving yards (-120 odds at <a href="https://swift.baas-sl.com/clickout/clickoutPublisher?st=baas_cleveland_promos&amp;type=sport&amp;pn=betmgm_default&amp;clickoutElement=anchorTextCTA">BetMGM Sportsbook</a>)</li></ul>*odds accurate as of Oct. 3This game features a new NFL star quarterback who is already rising quickly vs. a once highly-regarded QB who may be remembered as a centerpiece of one of the worst NFL trades of all time. To have a chance of beating the Commanders, QB Deshaun Watson fill have to recapture some of his better past form.Cleveland has dropped two consecutive games to opponents they were favored against. The Browns were favored by -2.5 points over the Raiders in Week 4 and lost by 4 points. In Week 3, they fell to the Giants by 6 points after being favored by 6.5.Watson and the Browns know what is ailing them on offense and must fix things against an opponent that is ascending quicker than anyone expected. Cleveland has allowed an NFL-high 19 sacks. Establishing a quality ground game can ease pressure on Watson and keep a potent Washington offense off the field as much as possible.Tight end David Njoku has not played since the season opener because of an ankle injury, although he may be able to return for Week 5. Getting him back would bolster the passing attack.The Browns need as much playmaking punch as possible when matched against the NFL’s sixth-ranked offense.<h2>Browns vs. Commanders NFL Week 5 odds</h2><h2>Browns vs. Commanders moneyline odds analysis</h2><h2>Why the Browns could win as the underdog</h2>Best Odds: +145 at <a href="https://swift.baas-sl.com/clickout/clickoutPublisher?st=baas_cleveland_promos&amp;type=sport&amp;pn=betmgm_default&amp;clickoutElement=anchorTextCTA">BetMGM Sportsbook</a>If there was ever as “must-win” game early in the season, this is it for the Browns. After this week, they face an Eagles team that should be healthier coming off a bye and Cincinnati, which also will be trying to dig itself out of an early-season hole and could be a dangerous opponent.A following matchup with the Ravens certainly looks daunting.Cleveland can get right against the NFL’s 27th-ranked defense. WR Amari Cooper had seven receptions and two TDs against the New York Giants in Week 3 and will be a big key to a potential victory. Don’t overlook his new wide receiver partner, Jerry Jeudy, however.Jeudy, the former Denver first round pick, has a WR/CB matchup grade of 88.3 against the Washington corners on Pro Football Focus, which qualifies as “Excellent” and is fifth-best among all WRs for Week 5. He finished with a season-high six receptions in Week 4.Washington must attempt to corral RB Jerome Ford. The dual threat is tied for third among all players at his position with 17 receptions.DE Myles Garrett will be ready to harass Daniels after working through multiple injuries to register his 18th career two-sack game last week. CB Denzel Ward is tied for the NFL lead with seven passes defensed.<h2>Why the Commanders could win as the favorite</h2>Best Odds: -168 at <a href="https://swift.baas-sl.com/clickout/clickoutPublisher?st=baas_cleveland_promos&amp;type=sport&amp;pn=fanduel_default&amp;clickoutElement=anchorTextCTA">FanDuel Sportsbook</a>No opponent has been able to contain Daniels so far. He is responsible for instantly rejuvenating a franchise and a fan base that had been trudging through mediocrity and frustration for the last two decades-plus.Washington has allowed 25.5 points per game so far this season, yet also has scored 30.3 per game, which ranks third in the NFL. Those averages point to the over being a good bet every week, almost regardless of opponent. The Commanders are 3-1 to the over, per TeamRankings.com.Daniels’ 82.1 completion percentage is the highest by any player in his first four games of a season in NFL history. He is the second rookie QB ever with 200-plus rush yards in his first four games and is one of four QBs with four rushing TDs in his first four career games.This week, Daniels can become the third rookie QB ever to pilot his team to a 4-1 start. He has sparked increased production from WR Terry McLaurin, who will aim to catch a TD pass for a third consecutive game.Washington will be monitoring the status of RB Brian Robinson Jr. (knee), who missed practices on Wednesday and Thursday. He has registered TDs in four of his past five games overall.If you or a loved one has questions and needs to talk to a professional about gambling, call the Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-589-9966 or the National Council on Program Gambling Helpline (NCPG) at 1-800-522-4700 or visit <a href="https://www.1800gambler.net/">1800gambler.net</a> for more information. 21+ and present in Ohio. Gambling problem? 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Browns vs. Commanders predictions, odds and best bet: Can Browns match Washington’s firepower?

Dazzling Washington rookie Jayden Daniels will be the newest challenge for a Browns team that has disappointed over the first four weeks of the season. Cleveland will be trying to avoid a 1-4 start for the first time in 14 years by pulling off a road win Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET at Northwest Stadium.

Browns vs. Commanders predictions, odds and best bet: Can Browns match Washington’s firepower?

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