Cleveland Browns vs. Chiefs: Can the new staff upset Kansas City?

Writer: Joel Cade

It is a tale of two offenses. What will the Cleveland Browns offense look like under new offensive coordinator (Five Nights at) Freddie Kitchens? How can the Browns stop an offense that is a working prototype of exactly what the Browns should become?

With all the turnover, this may be a big week for the Browns. Teams will sometimes respond to a new coach. Everyone knew exactly where they stood before former coach he Hue must not be named was fired. But with Gregg Williams taking over, every player must once again earn their spot on the team. They must also audition for next season.

The offense will be interesting to see. This would be a great opportunity to for Kitchens throw a new look at the Kansas City Chiefs. The look may surprise them enough to get some points on the board. But the most viable game plan would be to play ball control. Run the ball. Use up the clock to keep the Chiefs offense off the field. Sometimes a good offense is the best defense.

On defense, the Browns need to work to limit the Chiefs offense. A good game plan would be to try to limit the big plays. Drop players deep and force the passes underneath. Make the Chiefs dink and dunk up and down the field. This could limit the scoring. But the Chiefs will put up points, the question is can the offense stay on the field long enough to limit their opportunities.

The Browns will play better this week than in previous weeks. But it will still not be enough.

Chiefs 35, Browns 17