Cleveland Browns Away Games Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Cleveland Browns in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away games, the Cleveland Browns hold a record of 23-13-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +22.0% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $8 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1-2-0 | 0.0% | -36.4% |
| 2015 | 5-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2016 | 2-3-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
| 2017 | 1-2-0 | 0.0% | -36.4% |
| 2018 | 3-1-0 | 0.0% | +43.2% |
| 2019 | 1-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2020 | 5-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2021 | 1-1-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2022 | 1-1-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2023 | 2-2-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2024 | 1-1-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Browns' impressive away performance stems from their identity as a defensively-oriented, ground-heavy team that travels exceptionally well. Cleveland's rushing attack and physical defensive front create a style that translates seamlessly to hostile environments, where crowd noise actually benefits their defensive communication and rushing schemes that rely more on execution than precision timing. The franchise's blue-collar mentality mirrors their fanbase, producing players who seem to thrive when facing adversity on the road. Cleveland's coaching staff has consistently emphasized road preparation, understanding that their team composition - built around running backs like Nick Chubb and a stout defensive line - doesn't require the same home-field advantages that passing-heavy offenses depend on. The Browns often enter road games as underdogs due to public perception, creating valuable line movement opportunities for sharp bettors who recognize this systematic undervaluation. The key insight for bettors is targeting Cleveland road spreads when they're catching points against teams with weak run defenses or those coming off emotional home victories. This trend carries the most weight in divisional road games and when Cleveland faces teams in outdoor stadiums during late-season weather conditions that favor their ground-and-pound approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cleveland Browns's ATS record as away games?
The Cleveland Browns have a 23-13-0 ATS record in away games from 2014-2024. This translates to a 63.9% ATS win rate over 36 games.
Is betting on the Cleveland Browns as away games profitable?
Yes, betting on the Cleveland Browns in away games has been highly profitable with a 22.0% ROI from 2014-2024. Their 23-13 ATS record demonstrates consistent value against the spread on the road.
How does this compare to the league average?
The Browns' 63.9% ATS win rate in away games significantly exceeds the league average of approximately 50%. Their 22.0% ROI is well above typical profitable betting thresholds of 5-10%.
BACK This Trend
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.