Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns game preview: Battle for AFC North

Game Prediction: Baltimore Ravens-27, Cleveland Browns-21

At 1-2, the Cleveland Browns are desperate for a win, as their schedule does not get easier going forward. A win for the Baltimore Ravens would give them a two-game lead of the AFC North. Baltimore and Cleveland both need their offenses to have a big game this week to change their current narrative. However, with a couple of strong defenses in their way in this one, a classic AFC North showdown is expected.

I expect a Baltimore Ravens win as the Browns issues on their offensive line, undisciplined play with penalties and injuries in their secondary will hold them back for another week. Rookie head coach Freddie Kitchens has a lot to prove. The Kitchens hire seemed odd at the time and he has struggled with overall game management. If he continues to have issues in this game, Kitchens could quickly lose this team.

Make no mistake about it, this is an extremely important game between two talented teams. The Cleveland Browns are an incredibly talented squad who I would not be surprised to see turn their season around eventually. However, not this week. Give me the Baltimore Ravens, as they will continue to roll along and move to 3-1 this week.