The New York Giants face the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium in Week 2 of the NFL preseason. The Giants seek their first win after falling to the Jets 7-12, while the Browns enter with momentum from a 23-13 victory over Jacksonville.

Giants Outlook:

• Key injuries impacting roster: Saquon Barkley (ACL), Kyle Rudolph (foot), Kenny Golladay (hamstring)
• Recent losses: T.J. Brunson (ACL) and QB Clayton Thorson (concussion) to IR
• Daniel Jones expected to make preseason debut after sitting Week 1
• Team looking to improve from 6-10 record in 2020

Browns Analysis:

• Strong preseason opener showcasing depth
• Impressive QB play:
  • Kyle Lauletta: 212 yards, 2 TDs, 19/27 completions
  • Case Keenum: 115 yards, 12/17 completions
• Defense recorded 3 sacks and 1 interception
• Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah: 7 solo tackles, 1 sack

Betting Lines:

• Browns favored at -5.5
• Moneyline: Browns -250, Giants +200

Prediction: Browns to cover -6 spread. Cleveland's depth and offensive execution give them the edge over an injury-depleted Giants squad, even with Daniel Jones' return.

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