r/Browns • • 2d ago

OFFICIAL GAME PREVIEW THREAD [Game Preview Thread] Week 6 - Ravens @ Browns (10/18/2026)

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Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens

 

Welcome back, Dawg Pound.

The three-game win streak is over. The road trip to MetLife ended in a soggy 17-12 loss after the offense managed a season-low 198 yards, Deshaun Watson took eight sacks, and a botched punt snap flipped the field for Braelon Allen’s go-ahead 22-yard touchdown run. Cleveland sits at 3-2, tied with the Steelers and Bengals in a crowded AFC North while the Ravens sit alone at the top at 4-1.

Now it’s a home date with the team that just took care of business in Atlanta. Lamar Jackson and company are rolling. Todd Monken is staring down his old Baltimore system on the other sideline. The offense that found ways to win the last three weeks looked completely out of rhythm in the rain against the Jets. Protection has to clean up, the run game needs to reassert itself, and the defense that has kept this team competitive has another tough test ahead.

This is the first real measuring-stick game of the Monken era. Division game. Home crowd. Opportunity to stay right in the thick of the North.

 

Sunday, October 18, 2026

Huntington Bank Field (Capacity 67,431)

Kickoff: 1:00 PM ET

 

Coverage: FOX

Announcers: Kevin Kugler, Daryl Johnston

 

Officiating Crew: Carl Cheffers

 

Betting Lines:

Category |Details
Spread |Ravens (-5.5)
Moneyline |Ravens (-258), Browns (+210)
Over/Under |42.5  

Gametime Weather:

62° Sunny. Winds SSW 12 mph

 

Statistical Leaders:

Category |Browns |Ravens
Passing |Watson – 1010 |Jackson – 967
Rushing |Judkins – 221 |Henry – 476
Receiving |Boston – 330 |Flowers – 405
Sacks |Graham – 4 |Robinson – 3
Tackles |Schwesinger – 43 |Smith – 42  

Injury Report:

Cleveland Browns

  • Mike Hall Jr. (DT) – DNP / Questionable (Ankle)
  • Grant Delpit (S) – Limited / Questionable (Shoulder/Knee)
  • Derek Barnett (DE) – DNP / Questionable (Ankle)
  • Mason Graham (DT) – DNP / Doubtful (Knee/Ankle – MCL)
  • Kalia Davis (DT) – DNP / IR-R (Quadriceps)
  • Maliek Collins (DT) – DNP (Foot)
  • Tytus Howard (OT) – DNP (Knee)
  • Teven Jenkins (OL) – DNP (Back)
  • Quinshon Judkins (RB) – DNP (Ankle)
  • Carson Schwesinger (LB) – DNP (Ankle)
  • Carsen Ryan (TE) – DNP (Calf)
  • Dylan Sampson (RB) – DNP / IR-R designated to return (Knee)
  • KC Concepcion (WR) – Limited (Concussion)
  • Elgton Jenkins (OL) – Limited (Knee)
  • Denzel Boston (WR) – Limited (Foot)
  • Tylan Wallace (WR) – Limited (Knee)
  • Dillon Gabriel (QB) – Full (Back)

Baltimore Ravens

  • Lamar Jackson (QB) – DNP / Questionable (Ankle)
  • Matthew Hibner (TE) – DNP / Questionable (Hand)
  • Calais Campbell (DT) – DNP (Rest)
  • Rashod Bateman (WR) – Limited / Questionable (Shoulder)
  • Teddye Buchanan (LB) – Limited / Questionable (Groin)
  • Marlon Humphrey (CB) – Limited / Questionable (Hamstring/Calf)
  • Emery Jones Jr. (OL) – Limited / Questionable (Knee)
  • Cam Jurgens (C) – Limited / Questionable (Concussion)
  • Roger Rosengarten (OT) – Limited / Questionable (Knee)
  • John Simpson (OL) – Limited / Questionable (Groin)
  • Trenton Simpson (LB) – Limited / Questionable (Hamstring)
  • Ronnie Stanley (OT) – Limited (Rest / Toe / Ankle)
  • Nick Vannett (TE) – Limited / Questionable (Knee)
  • Andrew Vorhees (OL) – Limited / Questionable (Foot)
  • Broderick Washington (DT) – Limited / Questionable (Ankle)
  • Mark Andrews (TE) – Full (Hand)
  • Kyle Hamilton (S) – Full (Stinger)
  • Trey Hendrickson (OLB) – Full (Finger)
  • Ja’Kobi Lane (WR) – Full / IR-R (Wrist)

 

Matchup Details:

  • Baltimore Ravens lead the series 39-15-0
  • First ever meeting: 9/29/1999 – Browns 10, Ravens 17
  • Last game: 11/16/2025 – Ravens 23, Browns 16
  • Last 5 matchups: Browns are 2-3
  • Last time Ravens beat the Browns on the road: 11/16/2025
  • All-Time Points: Ravens 1314, Browns 876

 

Home vs. Road Trends:

The Browns are a perfect 2-0 at home this season (21-18 over Carolina, 27-24 over Pittsburgh on Thursday night) and 1-2 on the road (loss at Jacksonville, win at Tampa Bay, loss at the Jets). Cleveland returns to Huntington Bank Field looking to stay undefeated in front of the Dawg Pound against a Ravens team that is 1-1 at home but a perfect 3-0 on the road (wins at Indianapolis, Dallas, and Atlanta). Baltimore has shown it can travel and win, while the Browns have made Huntington Bank Field a tough place to play so far under Todd Monken.

 

Key Matchup:

Browns defensive front vs. the Ravens’ rushing attack (Derrick Henry + complementary pieces). Baltimore is averaging 164.4 rushing yards per game (3rd in the NFL) and 5.1 yards per carry. They just gouged Atlanta for 208 yards on the ground in Week 5. Cleveland’s defense has been solid overall (16 sacks through five games) but will be tested by a physical, complementary run game that can wear down fronts and set up play-action. Stopping the run early and forcing the Ravens into obvious passing situations is critical for the Browns, especially after the offensive line got pushed around for eight sacks in the rain at MetLife. If the Browns can’t slow Henry and the ground game, it will be a long afternoon for the offense to keep pace.

 

Welcome to the Week 6 Game Preview Thread!

This is your spot to dive into all things Browns vs. Ravens — share your predictions, discuss strategies, and bring that Dawg Pound energy to Huntington Bank Field. As always, keep it civil and follow [r/Browns](r/Browns) rules. Let’s hear your takes!

  • What’s your score prediction for Browns vs. Ravens?
  • Which Browns player needs to step up after the MetLife loss to get the team back on track?
  • Can the offensive line clean things up and give Deshaun Watson time against a physical Ravens front?
  • How do the Browns slow down Derrick Henry and Baltimore’s run game that just carved up Atlanta?
  • Will the home crowd make Huntington Bank Field a factor in this AFC North showdown?

r/Browns • • 8h ago

Son is looking to grab autographs tomorrow.

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Taking my son to his first game tomorrow! He’s super hyped and wants to try to get some autographs. We’re in the 500s so I’m trying to be realistic. Anyone have advice on getting down to the field level before the game. Also he wants to get this ball signed but concerned we might not be able to take in. Thanks yall!


r/Browns • • 1d ago

Discussion Minkah Fitzatrick

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Minkah Fitzpatrick received a fine from the NFL for his Week 5 helmet-to-helmet hit on Browns receiver KC Concepcion, but he did not disclose the exact amount and plans to appeal it. The fine likely falls within the $23,882 to $47,762 range for impermissible use of the helmet or hitting a defenseless player.

Why wasn’t he suspended?? 2 personal fouls on the same player on the same series, one that knocked the a player out of the game! That fine was not enough and he should have been suspended!!


r/Browns • • 18h ago

Serious KC Concepcion on Minkah Fitzpatrick's hit: It was a football play; it wasn't dirty

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r/Browns • • 1d ago

[Schefter] Ravens ruled out Lamar Jackson for Sunday’s game at Cleveland due to his ankle injury.

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r/Browns • • 22h ago

Delusional optimism thread week 6

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Been a few weeks. The optimism worked then my anniversary and bday came and the jets game so…. Almost a perfect week

My optimism is we actually destroy the ravens. Defense shows out, offense is stagnant minus Watson’s 200 1td 40 yards rushing

Love yall


r/Browns • • 1d ago

Browns WR KC Concepcion has cleared concussion protocol and will play Sunday. Tylan Wallace also has no game status and will return after a 3-game absence because of a knee injury.

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r/Browns • • 1d ago

The Browns got some big names back at practice today: Carson Schwesinger, Mason Graham, Quinshon Judkins and Derek Barnett. Not practicing: Mike Hall, Teven Jenkins, Kalia Davis.

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r/Browns • • 1d ago

Shitpost We breaking out the Orange pants for this one!!!!

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Ravens might as well not show up. We got them hot ass 🍊👖 on for this game.


r/Browns • • 1d ago

Lamar Jackson (ankle) not seen participating in practice again Friday.

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r/Browns • • 1d ago

#96 Collins is a one-man wrecking crew

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Sunday Jets vs Browns game was ugly to watch. But my gosh, #96 is fun to watch. Already noticed him on Sunday, but seeing him on the All-24 today. What a player.
Never heard of Collins before, but Browns fans you have a fun one


r/Browns • • 1d ago

[Jackson] AFC North Whiparound: Ravens are getting healthier, Steelers are surging and pressure on Chase Brown

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r/Browns • • 2d ago

[Meirov] Former #Browns WR David Bell has filed a lawsuit seeking more than $300 million in damages against Jefferson Health System and 14 other defendants, alleging that an unnecessary surgery nearly killed him and ended his NFL career.

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According to the lawsuit, Bell was misled into undergoing core muscle repair surgery based on misrepresented MRI findings. The procedure allegedly caused a severe injury to his femoral artery, requiring emergency, life-saving treatment.

Bell’s attorneys allege the defendants participated in a financial scheme that prioritized money over his health.


r/Browns • • 1d ago

Free Talk Friday

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Use this thread to discuss both Browns and non Browns related topics

Some Rules still apply


r/Browns • • 2d ago

NFL Accused of Leaving $7M in Charity Funds Undelivered After Deshaun Watson’s Suspension

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August 2022:. Watson received an 11-game suspension and a $5 million fine after the NFL and the NFL Players Association reached a settlement over his conduct. The league and the Cleveland Browns each contributed another $1 million, bringing the announced total to $7 million.

At the time, Commissioner Roger Goodell said the fund would support organizations “across the country.” The NFL described its intended use in a statement.

...the NFL Foundation distributed just $2.3 million over three years to charities...


r/Browns • • 2d ago

Fandom Cleveland Browns Week 6 Spongebob Matchup Doodle :)

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r/Browns • • 2d ago

Meme Let's not forget our history during Ravens week

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r/Browns • • 2d ago

Watch this Denzel Boston tape oh my goodness #Browns

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r/Browns • • 2d ago

[Jackson] Todd Monken’s Ravens reunion takes a backseat to Browns’ latest test

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The shared and complicated history between the Baltimore Ravens, formerly the Cleveland Browns, and the reborn Browns of 1999 has led to notable crossover, territorial awkwardness and some wildly memorable games.

Before January, though, no one had ever sat in an office inside the Ravens’ training facility while preparing to interview for the Browns’ head-coaching job. But Todd Monken did, and he got the opportunity he’d long hoped for. Upon leaving, he even recommended the man who’d eventually replace him as the Ravens’ offensive coordinator.

Monken, who helped elevate Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson as a passer and called the plays during Jackson’s second MVP season, has now officially been tasked with trying to resuscitate the Browns and mold an intriguing young roster into the kind of consistent winner the Ravens have been.

Sunday in Cleveland, Monken’s 3-2 Browns face a 4-1 Ravens team that may or may not have Jackson in the lineup but will certainly be trying to tighten its grip on first place in the AFC North.

Though Monken has said since being hired in Cleveland that he’s grateful for his time and experiences in Baltimore, sentimentality and emotion are taking a backseat to urgency over the next several days. The Browns weren’t very good last week in a driving rainstorm against the New York Jets and saw their three-game win streak wash away.

To get the good vibes of a surprising start back, the Browns need to win Sunday and claim a share of first place before playing their next three on the road.

“It’s a divisional game, and it’s the next one,” Monken said Wednesday. “Really, that’s what that is. Did I enjoy my time there? Of course. A lot of really good memories. I have a lot of good friends and people there, but other than that, no, it’s a divisional game. It’s the next one.”

The Ravens, behind backup quarterback (and former Brown) Tyler Huntley, rallied for an overtime win in Atlanta Sunday night to extend their win streak to three. Jackson again wasn’t on the field Wednesday as the Ravens began their standard practice week, leaving some questions as to whether he’ll be available against Cleveland.

There’s no questioning the results Monken and Jackson produced together in 2023 and 2024, Monken’s first two seasons as Baltimore’s offensive coordinator.

Jackson’s 2023 completion percentage was a career-best 67.2, up nearly five points from the previous season, as part of an MVP year that saw Jackson throw for 3,678 yards, run for 821 and account for 29 total touchdowns. In 2024, Jackson threw for 4,172 yards, rushed for 915 and accounted for 45 touchdowns. He was limited by injury in 2025, and after the Ravens recovered from a 1-5 start but faltered in their season finale, they missed the playoffs and fired head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons.


r/Browns • • 3d ago

News Mary Kay Cabot: “KC Concepcion returns to practice on a limited basis Wednesday”

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great news considering how bad that hit looked from the worst player on earth.


r/Browns • • 3d ago

Dylan Sampson eligible to return to practice

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Monken said “has a chance to play week 6” anyone excited for his return?


r/Browns • • 3d ago

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders, who went through draft night and the early part of his NFL career without an agent, has signed with Adie von Gontard, CEO of Young Money APAA Sports, for representation.

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r/Browns • • 3d ago

News [Jackson] Can Browns fix run-game issues? 4 questions before AFC North clash vs. Ravens

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What’s up with the run game?

It’s not only a question of how to fix things. There’s also a question about who will be available this week on both sides of the ball. Running back Quinshon Judkins and linebacker Carson Schwesinger left the stadium after Sunday’s game wearing protective boots on their injured ankles.

On Monday, Browns coach Todd Monken said both would be considered day to day ahead of Sunday’s big AFC North game. The Ravens are in first place in the division and lead the Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals — all of whom are 3-2 — by one game in the standings.

Monken rarely talks about injuries in detail, especially early in the week. He said Judkins “had a little tweak in his ankle,” which might explain why he was pulled for an important third down early in the second half against the Jets.

Running back Rocket Sanders suffered a hip injury in the second half versus the Jets, and Tuesday, the Browns placed him on injured reserve and officially signed running back Audric Estime from the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad.

Monken also said running back Dylan Sampson, who’s been on IR since suffering a knee injury in the opener, could return to practice this week. Sampson and Jaleel McLaughlin, who’s been the No. 3 back in Sampson’s absence, are smaller, shiftier-type runners. Estime is a 227-pound back who’s probably viewed as more of a fill-in for the plays Judkins and Sanders would generally operate if needed.

For now, we can figure Estime will aim to learn the offense in anticipation of being active Sunday. He’s guaranteed to be on the active roster for at least three weeks because he was signed from another team’s practice squad, and Sanders’ IR designation means he’s out for at least four weeks.

Though the run game showed signs of life in wins over the Carolina Panthers and the Steelers, it’s been inconsistent overall and hasn’t produced many explosive plays. Judkins has often been hit in the backfield, and the Browns’ running backs rank 31st in yards before contact after five weeks at 0.7, per TruMedia.

The Browns are 30th in total rushing EPA and 32nd in rushing success rate, and the overall numbers would be worse if not for Deshaun Watson’s success on scrambles as part of his three fourth-quarter game-winning drives. Watson averages 4.5 yards per rush on 37 attempts, and Judkins averages 3.0 per rush on 73 attempts. Sanders, who had emerged as the No. 2 back in recent weeks, has nine carries and 11 receptions.

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r/Browns • • 4d ago

Discussion 8 sacks - who is responsible?

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Not the creator of the content, all credit to Taggartkent on TikTok.


r/Browns • • 4d ago

News Browns place Raheim Sanders on IR, sign Audric Estime off Vikings practice squad

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