Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens tie for AFC North lead

The Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens are currently tied for the lead in the AFC North with 3-1 records. The Browns have won three consecutive games following an opening loss, highlighted by a recent 27-24 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers secured by a 56-yard field goal from Andre Szmyt.

While the Browns have found momentum behind quarterback Deshaun Watson, the Ravens face uncertainty regarding Lamar Jackson. Jackson suffered an ankle injury during a 24-18 win against the Tennessee Titans and is reportedly considered day-to-day.

Heading into their next matchup, oddsmakers have listed the New York Jets as 1.5-point home favorites against the Browns, a decision that some analysts have criticized as disrespectful given Cleveland's recent performance and standing in the division.