Browns vs. Seahawks prediction, pick, odds for Week 3 NFL preseason on Saturday

Ricky Henne's Browns vs. Seahawks Preview

Seattle coach Mike Macdonald told reporters that “you'll see a lot of starters to start the game.” The key words there are “to start the game.”

While the starting defense got at least two series of preseason action so far, this marks the first time Geno Smith and the starting offense will sniff the field. That’s especially noteworthy as it’s the first time we’ll see them in the new Mike Macdonald era.

That’s certainly exciting, but temper those expectations because reports out of the Pacific Northwest is that the Seahawks are expected to keep things vanilla in their final preseason tune-up.

Meanwhile, Cleveland’s defense is ready to rock and roll. There’s a chance the starters will face the Seahawks’ second-and-third string offense for a portion of the game before it turns into backups vs. backups.

So, with that in mind, it’s important to note Seattle’s backups on offense have been dreadful this preseason, averaging just 15.5 points per game while scoring a meager three total touchdowns.

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My Browns vs. Seahawks Prediction

Browns vs. Seahawks Best Bet

Sure, it’s exciting to watch a team’s starting offense. However, if reports are accurate and Seattle is waiting to showcase it’s new-look attack under new offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, fading them might be the smarter play if we’re desperate for some action.

That's especially the case with such little information known heading into kickoff.

Pick: Seahawks under 17.5 total points

Browns vs. Seahawks Betting Trends

• 63% of bets and 56% of the money are on the Seahawks to cover the spread.
• 74% of bets and 59% of the money are on the under.

All data via Action Network's public betting percentages and as of Friday night.