nfl Game Recap
Cleveland Browns vs New York Jets Wrap - New York Wins 23-16
The Jets got a 2-TD performance from Sam Darnold as New York handed Cleveland a 23-16 defeat on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Jets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 45.0.
Sam Darnold completed 16 of 32 pass attempts for 175 yards and 2 TDs for the Jets in the win.
Nick Chubb rushed for 28 yards for Cleveland, while Kareem Hunt added 11 yards. Baker Mayfield threw for 285 yards for the Browns, while receivers Austin Hooper and Ja'Marcus Bradley had 71 and 60 yards respectively.
Cleveland was outgained by New York 333-299 yards in Sunday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-18 by the Browns.
The time of possession battle favored New York as their offense was on the field for 31:48, longer than the 28:12 of their opponents.
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Patriots. The Browns will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Pittsburgh.