Is There Anyway The Browns Could Beat The Ravens This Week ?

R6MC · 12-22-10, 02:55 AM

No.

/end thread

MadTiger · 12-22-10, 03:05 AM

Very small chance.

The Browns beat two of the top 5 teams this year. Not only beat, but ran over.

But, we (Browns fan for about 30 years) also lost to two of the lowest 3 teams, and really "lost" against the 3rd, Carolina, by a rare field goal miss from a vet kicker.

I give us about a 10% chance.

That's more than no chance.

yurnero · 12-22-10, 03:11 AM

highly doubt it. like 1% chance... okay, since colt is playing 5%

the reason they did so well the first time was because peyton hillis was not planned for, no one was expecting him to run so well and beast people. as the season has gone on, more and more teams are dedicated to stopping him. dont think hillis will get 170+ yards on balt this time around (and if he does, AWESOME because he is on my Fantasy team this final week). ravens need this as they are trying to secure a spot for the playoffs. CLE pass D has not been very stellar this year, i can see the passing game and screen game excel

MadTiger · 12-22-10, 03:23 AM

"That's why they play the game."--Anonymous

Let's Bet · 12-23-10, 12:48 AM

Yeah thinking about betting big on the Ravens

rake922 · 12-23-10, 12:52 AM

I think the Ravens will probably win by two touchdowns

LT Profits · 12-23-10, 01:25 AM

Of course the Browns could win, they can shorten the game with Hillie running the ball well again, and if that happens, Colt McCoy will get more time to throw too. It;s amazing how some guys think that a 3.5 point underdog has a 1% chance of winning.

bringdownthehous · 12-23-10, 01:35 AM

I honestly don't think cleveland will have a chance on sunday, Ravens are out for blood and are fighting for the playoffs while the Browns are already out..It looks like Hillis is limping too with a knee injury and missed practice on wednesday..I doubt its anything too serious but a good thing to keep an eye on because he has been getting a lot of workload this year and its gonna wear on his body as the season progresses...

Prediction:
Ravens by 10+ in this contest

unde0087 · 12-23-10, 01:38 AM

Well put it this way. Ravens beat the Jets by 1 point and Browns brought them to overtime. Then Browns beat the shit out of the Pats, who are the best in the AFC. Did you think many were giving them a chance in that game? Anyone can fall on any given Sunday. Why do you think this line is so close? You think the books are trying to give money away?

GunShard · 12-23-10, 04:28 AM

Semi injured Peyton Hillis < Ray Lewis

allang84 · 12-23-10, 04:39 AM

I think the ravens ml is a decent bet

BennyFang · 12-23-10, 07:11 AM

Cleveland has been very competitive at home this year and they have played the Ravens tough the last few years. I think they are a nice value at anything over +3. Only way I would play the Ravens is ML.

floridagolfer · 12-23-10, 07:22 AM

Cleveland beat New England by three touchdowns and the game wasn't THAT close.

Anything is possible. Likely? That's another question.

zoso11871 · 12-23-10, 07:34 AM

Yes-the Browns could win this game.

hhsilver · 12-23-10, 08:00 AM

Lots of good thoughts here.
Of course they can win. They've surprised before. Ravens coming off 2 (or is it 3) tough games. Line is only 3.5. Take the browns +pts.

slacker00 · 12-23-10, 08:09 AM

I like the home dog getting points in a division rivalry where we can throw out the records. Tease the Browns, at the very least.

cancan · 12-23-10, 08:21 AM

Originally posted by R6MC

No.

/end thread

It was a very good advice!

Maxlock · 12-23-10, 01:01 PM

Since the Browns defeated the Patriots, they are 2-4 in the last 6 games. You don't have to look far as to why. Look at what Cleveland's opponents have done to them on the ground...then think about what Ray Rice, Willis McGahee, and Le'Ron McClain will do. Rice is on a complete tear the last few games. Couple that with TE Todd Heap coming back from a concussion. The Ravens should have success with play action and downfield passes to WR Mason and WR Boldin. Mix in the equation that safety Ed Reed did not play the first time around. Reed has more INTs against the Browns than any other team. Week 3 the Ravens beat the Browns 24-17, but Hillis ran for 144 yards. I don't believe the Ravens were well prepared for him the first time, since that was right around the time Hillis began his steady season. "A blind cat will find a meal every once in a while,"-that's what Ray Lewis replied when asked about Hillis's success against them the first time.

I'll take the man's word and the better team in this game. Baltimore -3.5

hustla · 12-23-10, 01:45 PM

no way, Ravens win by minimum 10

Sdotbold · 12-23-10, 01:52 PM

of course the browns have a chance. its the nfl. if hillis isnt a fumble machine they will keep it closer then u think

RubberKettle · 12-23-10, 02:36 PM

Why can't Cleveland win?

Baltimore commits to many penalties and Flacco is being sacked more often in recent games. Cleveland has a capable running attack. Baltimore lost to Cincinnati (In Cincy though) earlier this year. I wouldn't rate the Browns chances at better than 25%.

teddyd · 12-23-10, 02:38 PM

browns have taken down some good teams this year... it's not likely they'll win but there is a chance

jsmithj88 · 12-23-10, 02:45 PM

believe it or not, the browns have lost by more than 7points only twice all year
lost by 10 to atl and 18 @ pitt

odtw524 · 12-23-10, 03:53 PM

There is no way the browns will win or even cover the spread.. The offense will pass all over them and before they know it there will be to much catching upto do!!

dfberger23 · 12-23-10, 03:57 PM

Browns are under appreciated because they don't have the fantasy names that people know. They have a solid defense and Colt McCoy has looked good lately. Can't see Baltimore losing but you never know.

4TH AND STUPID · 12-23-10, 06:28 PM

i dont think i've used the term 'square' ever once this year, but if there is a time to use it it is now.

baltimore is the SQUAREST play i have ever seen in my life. have fun losing.

Statman · 12-23-10, 06:43 PM

I think the fact that given the line only -3.5 for Baltimore tells us something. I was expecting higher myself but as long as Colt is at QB and not Delhomme, their chances of winning outright are very good. Also, don't be sold on the Baltimore defense anymore, when Buffalo lit them up for over 30 in Baltimore and pushed the Ravens into OT, I was not sold on this Baltimore defense. This D is not what it once was and they can lose this game. Best of luck in your wagers.

Intuitive_Edge · 12-23-10, 06:44 PM

they definitely could

D3 Mighty Ducks · 12-23-10, 07:39 PM

I don't think so.

To beat the Ravens defense this year is by going through the air. Even airing it out against the Ravens isn't a guaranteed win but running into their 9 man box all game isn't going to work. Browns can throw and all they know what to do it smash mouth running with Hillis.

I give the Browns a 10% chance.

borednaz · 12-23-10, 07:47 PM

D3 is about right on, the browns are very marginal to cover. 10% sounds about right. Never thought I'd post those words.

Let's Bet · 12-23-10, 11:39 PM

Come on guys Ravens are better enough said

Eric22174 · 12-23-10, 11:46 PM

This line reminds me of when the Browns won at Baltimore on a last minute FG two years ago. I really don't see that happening again. Hillis should be limited in this ball game. And teams like the Ravens usually tighten up at the end of the season. For extra insurance i got Ravens in a teaser at +2.5

richyrich8478 · 12-23-10, 11:47 PM

very very small chance.. the only reason they are getting a chance at all is because the way this football season has been going, with so many upsets this year

woody78 · 12-24-10, 12:51 AM

Browns have become much more conservative the last month and can't hang with Balty's O that is starting to click now. Ravens by 7-10.