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The Cleveland Browns travel to face the Washington Commanders in Week 17 of the NFL season. Kickoff is set for 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 1 from FedEx Field. Here, we'll take a look at our picks for best bets for the Browns-Commanders in Week 17 of the NFL season.
Browns vs. Commanders odds
Spread: Commanders -2.5 (-105)
Point total: 41
Moneyline: Commanders -130, Browns +110
Our picks, best bets
Pick against the spread: Commanders -2.5
Unlike the Browns, who saw their postseason chances slip away long ago, the Commanders have something to play for in this contest. They should be motivated to snap a two-game losing skid heading into Sunday, and inserting Carson Wentz back into the lineup should give the offense a spark in the passing game. The Commanders are 3-3-1 against the spread at home, and with the Browns' offense inconsistent due to chemistry and some injuries, Washington should cover and get the win.
Over/under: Under 40.5
Cleveland's offense, and notably the running game, has faltered in recent weeks. In the last three games, the Browns are averaging the second-fewest points per game (11.0) and it coincided with Deshaun Watson still working his way back into form, as well as running back Nick Chubb dealing with a foot injury. Two solid defenses should be at the forefront in this contest, and a slugfest should result in a low score hitting the under.
Player prop: Brian Robinson Jr. over 79.5 rushing yards (-115)
There is no longer any question as to who is leading the backfield in Week 17. With Antonio Gibson ruled out for Sunday's contest, expect Robinson Jr. to get a healthy dose of carries after registering 22 rushing attempts last week. Granted, he was bottled up after facing the 49ers a week ago, but this week he faces a much easier opponent in the Browns and their 25th-ranked run defense (134.3 YPG allowed).