San Francisco 49ers vs. Cleveland Browns 2023 NFL Odds, Time, and Prediction

The San Francisco 49ers have all losses against the Cleveland Browns in the games played in Ohio. Truth be told, the two have only met three times on the Browns turf, the most recent of which was in 2015. Has the time come for the Niners to change that? Oddsmakers sure think so – they see the visitors from San Fran as 5.5-point favorites in the Week 6 game.

San Francisco 49ers vs. Cleveland Browns Odds

*Odds taken from FanDuel on Wednesday, October 11.

When, Where, and How to Watch?

• Place: Cleveland Browns Stadium, Cleveland, Ohio
• Date: Sunday, October 15, 2023
• Time: 1:00 PM ET
• How to Watch: FOX

San Francisco 49ers Going for Their Sixth Win in 2023

Kyle Shanahan’s men have been sensational in the 2023 season, winning all of their games so far. Sure, they’re yet to play against heavyweights like the Cincinnati Bengals (Week 8) or the Philadelphia Eagles (Week 13), but we did see them beat some decent opponents already.

For example, in their most recent game, the Niners beat the Dallas Cowboys 42-10. It was their best performance of the season both offensively and defensively. Quarterback Brock Purdy was sensational, going 17-for-24 for 252 yards and four touchdowns with zero interceptions. His touchdown passes were caught by George Kittle, who scored three TDs, and Kyle Juszczyk.

San Francisco also did great running-wise, with Jordan Mason and Christian McCaffrey scoring a rushing TD each. The Niners’ defense was equally impressive, forcing the Cowboys QB Dak Prescott to throw three interceptions.

Cleveland Browns are a Force to be Reckoned With

The Browns are 2-2 in 2023, mostly because their offense failed them in the two games they lost. Their defense, however, has been sensational from the very start. This is kind of surprising but is giving their fans hope good days are ahead.

The thing is that their offense is bound to improve sooner rather than later. These guys have been scoring 19.0 points on average, which isn’t too bad, but with players like Deshaun Watson (QB), Kareem Hunt (RB), Amari Cooper (WR), and others, they should do better.

Sure, they did suffer a major blow when RB Nick Chubb got injured, but they do have plenty of backups to fill in for him.

49ers vs. Browns Prediction

Both San Fran and Cleveland are well-rounded teams with plenty of elite players who can literally win games on their own. The Niners do have a better roster, it’s a fact. But the Browns will have one big advantage in the Week 6 game – they’ll have their fans to cheer them on at Cleveland Browns Stadium on Sunday.

At home, they’re 2-1 this season with wins against the Cincinnati Bengals and Tennessee Titans. The Baltimore Ravens ended their home run with a 28-3 blowout win. We don’t think the 49ers will blow them out on October 15, but we do think the Browns will suffer their second home loss of the season.

Picks: San Francisco 49ers to win but not cover the spread