Broncos vs. Browns MNF Picks, Predictions & Player Props: Denver Looking Poised to Continue Second-Half Surge

• The Broncos have allowed the third-fewest points in the NFL this year, allowing just three of their 12 opponents to score more than 20 points.

• Bo Nix has thrown eight touchdown passes and no interceptions over his last three games.

• The Browns have only held a team below 20 points twice in 11 games this season.

A busy Week 13 concludes with a Monday night matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Cleveland Browns. These two were bitter rivals and AFC heavyweights back in the 1980s, and they’ll renew acquaintances on Monday night. The Broncos are one of the biggest surprises in the NFL this season and are currently in line for a playoff spot. Of course, the Browns won as underdogs in their last game and would love to play the role of spoiler for a second straight primetime game.

Broncos vs. Browns Odds

At 7-5 and winners of four of their last six games, the Broncos are obvious favorites for Monday’s game. Keep in mind that they started the season 0-2 but have come on strong lately. As for the Browns, they’ve been underdogs in six of their last seven games and have yet to win back-to-back games this season.

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Broncos vs. Browns My Pick

• My Pick: Broncos to cover the spread with -110 odds at bet365 

While the Broncos have stumbled against quality opponents this season, they’ve proven that they can take care of business against weaker teams. The last time they were home, the Broncos crushed Atlanta 38-6. They followed up that win with a 29-19 road win over the Raiders last week. With double-digit wins over the Buccaneers, Panthers, and Saints also on their resume, there is every reason to be confident in Denver winning comfortably on Monday night.

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Broncos vs. Browns Predictions

Denver’s defense is the biggest reason why the Broncos are in a position to make the playoffs this season. They are conceding just 16.8 points per game, which ranks third in the NFL. Only three teams have reached the 20-point threshold against Denver this season with four teams being limited to 10 points or less when playing the Broncos. 

That track record for the Denver defense doesn’t bode well for the Browns. At times, Jameis Winston has provided a spark for the Cleveland offense, although the Browns have also been held to 14 points or less in two of their last three games. The Browns also have the fourth-fewest rushing yards this season, making things even tougher on Winston. Nick Chubb is yet to get going since returning from injury, averaging just three yards per carry.

With a lackluster rushing attack and the enigmatic Winston at quarterback, the Browns will need their defense to carry them. Despite making things difficult for the Steelers last week and holding them to 19 points, the Browns have only held a team below 20 points twice this season. Even with some success against Pittsburgh, the Browns have allowed 26.3 points per game over their last four games.

That opens the door for Bo Nix to continue his remarkable growth over the course of his rookie campaign. Despite some shaky moments early in the season, Nix has eight touchdown passes and no interceptions over his last three games. He’s helped lead the Broncos to 67 total points over their last two games despite the Broncos also having a lackluster rushing attack. As long as Nix continues to get support from his defense and isn’t forced to play from behind, he should continue to play at a high level.

Broncos vs. Browns Best Player Props

Bo Nix Over 1.5 Passing Touchdowns (+120 at bet365 Sportsbook)

Former Denver quarterback Russell Wilson had just one passing touchdown against the Browns last week. But the snowy conditions in Cleveland can likely take the blame for that. Prior to that, five consecutive starting quarterbacks threw multiple touchdown passes when facing the Browns. As mentioned, Nix has thrown eight passing touchdowns in his last three games and has thrown multiple touchdown passes in six of his last eight games. Given that track record, there’s too much value not to take this bet.

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Devaughn Vele Over 33.5 Receiving Yards (-110 at bet365 Sportsbook)

Most people who don’t follow the Broncos closely probably haven’t heard of Vele. He’s a rookie who Denver drafted in the seventh round this year. Vele is also quickly becoming one of Nix’s favorite targets. Over his last two games, Vele has 10 catches for 146 yards. Despite playing in just eight games this year, he’s already Denver’s second-leading receiver. Clearly, Nix has good chemistry with him and will continue to target him. Against a Cleveland defense that’s giving up the fourth-most yards per pass attempt in the NFL, as long as Vele catches more than a couple of passes, he should have no problem going over 33.5 receiving yards.

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Courtland Sutton Anytime Touchdown (+150 at bet365 Sportsbook)

With Nix has started to look to Vele a lot more, Sutton is still Denver’s leading receiver by a wide margin. He’s also the receiver Nix is most comfortable throwing to in the red zone. Of his eight touchdown passes over the last three weeks, three have gone to Sutton, including two last week against the Raiders. Over the last five weeks, Sutton is averaging 9.6 targets per game, so Nix is looking his way a lot and will continue to look his way when the Broncos have a chance to score a touchdown on Monday night.

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Broncos vs. Browns How to Watch

• When: 8:15 PM, EST on Monday, December 2

• Where: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, Colorado

• How to Watch: ESPN

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Broncos vs. Browns Injuries

Broncos Injuries

• WR Josh Reynolds (Injured Reserve)

• DE Zach Allen (Questionable)

• LB Alex Singleton (Injured Reserve)

• CB Riley Moss (Questionable)

Browns Injuries

• QB Deshaun Watson (Injured Reserve) 

• WR Cedric Tillman (Questionable) 

• OT Jedrick Wills Jr. (Questionable)