nfl Game Recap
Atlanta Falcons vs Cleveland Browns Wrap - Cleveland Wins 28-16
The Browns got a 3-TD performance from Baker Mayfield as Cleveland handed Atlanta a 28-16 defeat on Sunday at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Browns were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 49.5.
Baker Mayfield completed 17 of 20 pass attempts for 216 yards and 3 TDs for the Browns in the win.
Tevin Coleman rushed for 44 yards for Atlanta, while Matt Ryan added 13 yards. Matt Ryan threw for 330 yards for the Falcons, while receivers Julio Jones and Austin Hooper had 107 and 56 yards respectively.
Atlanta was outgained by Cleveland 427-382 yards in Sunday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 25-19 by the Falcons.
Atlanta led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 31:23-28:37 split in that important category.
Cleveland looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bengals. The Falcons will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Dallas.