2023 NFL Hall Of Fame Game: Jets vs. Browns Best Bets
All the betting information you need to know about the first game of the 2023 NFL Preseason
By Dan Karpuc – Jul 30, 2023, 5:20am
It's that time of the year! As we eagerly await the kickoff of the 2023 NFL Hall of Fame Game, a clash between the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns, there are some intriguing key details that deserve our attention as bettors. This yearly event is set to take place on Thursday, August 3rd, 2023, at the historic Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio. The kickoff time is scheduled for 8:00pm ET, and you can catch the action live on NBC or via the Peacock streaming service.
This game holds special significance as it marks the beginning of the National Football League's 104th season, and it of course couldn't be more fitting to start it in the city where the League was born. The Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium stands adjacent to the revered Pro Football Hall of Fame, and it is only befitting that this matchup coincides with the e nshrinement of football legends Joe Thomas of the Browns as well as Joe Klecko, and Darrelle Revis of the Jets into the Hall of Fame's Class of 2023 just two days after the final whistle.
The 2023 Hall of Fame Game also brings back the Browns to this event after a long absence. The Browns are no strangers to this stage, but their last appearance in Canton dates back to 1999, making this return all the more meaningful for the franchise and its fans.
On the other side of the field, we have the Jets, a team that has been grappling with a prolonged playoff drought in recent years. However, the tide may be turning for the Gang Green, as they made a noteworthy addition to their roster during the offseason with quarterback Aaron Rodgers joining the ranks. This move has sparked optimism among Jets fans, who are suddenly very happy.
The Hall of F ame Game has a long-standing tradition of featuring not only desired football action but also providing opportunities for emerging talent to shine (and for us to bet with that in mind). Historically, both teams' starters tend to see limited playing time, making way for younger players and rookies to showcase their potential as key roster decisions are made. Considering the risk of injuries, coaches from both the Jets and the Browns have publicly stated that their star players are likely to rest during this exhibition contest, which is no surprise.
Last preseason, New York went an undefeated 3-0 while Cleveland went 1-2. Both squads went 7-10 in the regular season. Ultimately, as we look forward to this exhibition clash, it serves as a reminder that NFL season is just around the corner and fans of both teams can't wait to see how their beloved franchises fare.
Most importantly, it gives us an opportunity to bet. The Browns are -120 favorites (Jets: +100 underdogs) at BetMGM and Cleveland is listed as a -1.5 point favorite. The over/under is at 33.5 points. Without further ado, let's dig into what we should expect to see from both teams, some best bets to target and DFS plays to consider.
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