Overview
- Kickoff is Sunday, Oct. 26 at 1 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium, with the game available on FOX/Fubo.
- Early odds list New England -7 with a moneyline around -320 to -350 and a total of 40.5 points (FanDuel/BetMGM).
- Forecasts favor the Patriots to win, including an ESPN estimate near 68.5% and other models around 70%.
- Cleveland enters off a 31-6 rout of Miami powered by a stingy defense and three rushing TDs from rookie Quinshon Judkins.
- Analysts note rookie QB Drake Maye has faced heavy pressure, including four sacks vs. Tennessee, and some early picks back Browns +7 and the Under 40.5.