Browns receive grime outlook following release of 2026 NFL schedule

The 2026 NFL regular season schedule is finally here, which means Cleveland Browns fans are eager to make their predictions for the team heading into the upcoming season. Despite the struggling organization’s recent success this offseason between free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft, there are plenty of doubts regarding the Browns for the 2026 season. And while there is hope that the young squad could exceed expectations this year, multiple popular sportsbooks think otherwise.

According to DraftKings Sportsbook, the Browns are the favorites in a total of two of their regular season games in 2026. DK has full season spreads up. Still low limits but for s&g pic.

twitter. com/Q9wCecbV8D — Clevta (@Clevta) May 15, 2026 Browns’ 2026 regular season schedule Following the release of the organization’s schedule on Thursday evening, many Browns fans were thrilled to see the team possess one of the lowest strength of schedules heading into next season. However, with most sportsbooks officially releasing the lines for all the games in 2026, Cleveland’s future outlook looks grime, despite all of the newest additions to the roster this offseason.

The Browns’ first game that they are considered favorites does not come until Week 12 when head coach Todd Monken and his squad host the Las Vegas Raiders . Last year, Cleveland was able to take care of business on the road by defeating the Raiders, 24-10. Now, the fellow AFC team will look for its revenge with 2026 first-round pick, quarterback Fernando Mendoza, as 2.