Baltimore Ravens vs Cleveland Browns Picks and Predictions for Sunday, October 18, 2026
The Baltimore Ravens (4-1) visit the Cleveland Browns (3-2) on Sunday at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET on FOX. Baltimore sits first in the AFC North after defeating Atlanta 30-23 in overtime, while Cleveland is tied for second following a 17-12 loss to the New York Jets. The Ravens are 4.5-point favorites after opening at -6.5, with the total dropping from 44.5 to 40.5 points. For more football betting predictions, check out our free NFL picks.
Baltimore Ravens Look for Their Fourth Straight Victory
Baltimore has won three consecutive games, defeating Dallas 34-31, Tennessee 24-18, and Atlanta 30-23 in overtime. The Ravens average 29.2 points and 394.2 total yards per game. Lamar Jackson has thrown for 967 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception, completing 70.8% of his passes. Tyler Huntley has added 264 passing yards and two touchdowns. Jackson is listed as inactive with an ankle injury, making Huntley an important part of Baltimore's offensive plans.
Derrick Henry has rushed for 476 yards and seven touchdowns, averaging 4.2 yards per carry. Baltimore averages 164.4 rushing yards per game, while Zay Flowers leads the receivers with 405 yards and two touchdowns. Rashod Bateman has added 233 receiving yards. Defensively, the Ravens allow 23.8 points and 325.6 yards per game. Roquan Smith leads with 42 tackles, while Tavius Robinson has recorded three sacks. Baltimore has forced three interceptions and recovered three fumbles through five games.
Injuries: Broderick Washington Jr. (DT, questionable, ankle); Andrew Vorhees (G, inactive, foot); Elijah Sarratt (WR, inactive, coach's decision); Aeneas Peebles (DT, inactive, coach's decision); Lamar Jackson (QB, inactive, ankle).
Cleveland Browns Look to Protect Their Home Field
Cleveland had its three-game winning streak snapped by the Jets after defeating Tampa Bay 23-19, Carolina 21-18, and Pittsburgh 27-24. The Browns average 18.6 points and 273.6 total yards per game. Deshaun Watson has thrown for 1,010 yards, seven touchdowns, and two interceptions, completing 64.2% of his passes. Watson has also been sacked 19 times, while Cleveland averages just 179.4 net passing yards per game.
Quinshon Judkins has rushed for 221 yards and one touchdown, while Watson has contributed 167 rushing yards. Denzel Boston leads Cleveland with 330 receiving yards and three touchdowns, averaging 20.6 yards per reception. Harold Fannin Jr. has added 157 yards and three scores. Defensively, the Browns allow 22.4 points and 334 yards per game. Carson Schwesinger leads with 43 tackles, while Mason Graham has recorded four sacks. Cleveland has registered 16 sacks and four interceptions this season.
Injuries: Carson Schwesinger (LB, questionable, ankle); Quinshon Judkins (RB, questionable, foot); KC Concepcion (WR, questionable, concussion); Raheim Sanders (RB, questionable, hip); Tytus Howard (OT, questionable, knee).
Key to the Game
Baltimore's rushing attack faces a Cleveland defense allowing 117.4 rushing yards per game. Henry has scored seven rushing touchdowns, while the Ravens average 5.1 yards per carry. Cleveland has recorded 16 sacks, creating a challenge for Huntley in Jackson's absence. The Browns also need better protection for Watson after allowing 19 sacks. Baltimore's ability to establish Henry and Cleveland's ability to pressure Huntley will determine which offense controls the matchup.
Baltimore Ravens vs Cleveland Browns Game Pick
- Cleveland +4.5 (-115)
Cleveland enters Sunday unbeaten at home, with victories over Carolina and Pittsburgh. The Browns have recorded 16 sacks, giving their defense an advantage against Baltimore's passing attack without Jackson. Huntley has completed 78% of his passes but has attempted only 41 throws this season. Cleveland has won three of its last four games, while Baltimore has allowed at least 23 points in three of its last four contests. Watson and Boston provide enough offense to keep Cleveland competitive throughout the game. The Browns will cover the spread.
Baltimore Ravens vs Cleveland Browns Over/Under Pick
- Under 40.5 (-105)
Cleveland averages just 18.6 points per game and has scored 12 points or fewer in two of its five contests. Baltimore enters Sunday without Jackson, placing greater responsibility on Henry and the running game. The Ravens average 164.4 rushing yards per game, while Cleveland has recorded 16 sacks and allows 22.4 points per contest. Both teams have reasons to rely on their ground attacks, keeping the clock moving and reducing possessions. Cleveland's recent offensive struggles point to a lower-scoring matchup that finishes under 40.5 points.