Baltimore Ravens vs Cleveland Browns: Waiting for the injured leaders to come back

Sunday Night Football will feature a match between the Baltimore Ravens and the Cleveland Browns of the AFC North. And this game promises many surprises.

Right now, Cleveland is in last place in their division, while Baltimore leads it. But a Cleveland win could seriously mess up the standings.

The teams put on a terrific performance last season

Last December, the teams put on one of the most interesting performances of the season. Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson was injured in last year's game, but he was able to return to the field despite the injury and lead his offense to a field goal range. And Justin Tucker didn't miss to give the Ravens the win.

- My whole body was hurting. Every cell. I think back on that moment with dread. But I knew I had to get on the field and help my team. And it happened! That's the reason I remember that moment every time I think I might not make it! And I get more confident! - Lamar Jackson recalls.

Since then, the teams have never played each other. And now, there’s an important matchup for the AFC North representatives ahead.

It's clear that it will be the play of Lamar Jackson (who seems to have recovered from injury) and the team's defensive performance that will be crucial tonight.

But the big question is: Who will be Cleveland's starting quarterback? The injured Baker Mayfield or the healthy Case Keenum?

Teams form

The Ravens lead the division. They have seven wins with three losses. They beat Chicago (16-13) in their last game but lost unexpectedly to the Dolphins (10-22) the week before.

Cleveland is in last place in the division. They have six wins and five losses under their belt. In their last game, they beat the Lions (13-10). But before that, they couldn't cope with the Patriots and lost by a landslide (7-45).

Expert Betting Tips

Both teams are waiting for their injured stars to return. Jackson for Baltimore. Hunt and Mayfield for the Browns. These players are central to the outcome of the game. Still, Baltimore looks a little bit more preferable. But we can't expect a blowout here. That's why we can try betting on the underdog’s handicap.

Betting options

• Handicap Cleveland (+3.5) for 1.86;
• Total Under (41.5) for 2.625;
• Overtime - Yes for 6.25.