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The Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns open the season in an AFC North clash that brings plenty of intrigue for prop bettors. With Joe Flacco under center for Cleveland and rookie kicker Andre Szmyt stepping into the spotlight, this matchup offers several unique betting angles.
Matchup Preview: Browns vs Bengals Player Prop Trends
Cincinnati’s defense has been steady, but their biggest challenge will be containing Cleveland’s run-heavy game plan while also adjusting to Flacco’s arm. The Browns are not built around high-volume passing, making Flacco’s props especially interesting for bettors. Meanwhile, Szmyt’s extra point opportunities depend heavily on how efficient the Browns’ red zone offense can be.
1. Joe Flacco – Passing Yards
- Line: Under 234.5 (-110)
- Season Avg: 71 yards
Flacco is averaging just 71 yards per game, yet his posted line is more than triple that number. Unless game script forces Cleveland into a pass-heavy comeback, this looks like a significant overinflation.
Edge Angle: Bengals’ defense should keep him in check. The safer play is the under on passing yards.
2. Andre Szmyt – Extra Points Made
- Line: Under 1.5 (+150)
- Season Avg: 0.5
With a season average below one extra point per game, Szmyt would need Cleveland to score multiple touchdowns just to reach the over. The plus money is attractive, but the Browns’ offensive inconsistency makes the under appealing.
Play it smart: Unless you see Cleveland putting up 3+ TDs, the under is the sharper side.
3. Joe Flacco – Pass Attempts
- Line: Under 34.5 (-110)
- Season Avg: 10 attempts
Flacco’s usage has been extremely limited. For him to eclipse 34.5 attempts, the Browns would likely need to trail early and abandon the run game. That scenario feels unlikely given their ground-and-pound style.
Best Bet: Take the under on Flacco’s attempts unless game script dramatically changes.
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