The Cleveland Browns (5-5) face the Detroit Lions (0-8-1) in Week 11 in what appears to be a must-win game for Cleveland's playoff hopes. The Browns enter as 10.5-point favorites following their 45-7 loss to the Patriots last week.

Browns Outlook

• Looking to bounce back from embarrassing Patriots loss
• Must avoid overlooking Lions with key division games ahead
• Need to establish running game to control tempo
• Victory would move them to 6-5 on the season

Lions Situation

• Coming off first non-loss (16-16 tie with Steelers)
• QB Jared Goff questionable with oblique injury
• Backup QB may start if Goff can't play
• Still seeking first win of 2021 season

Keys to Victory

• Browns: Maintain focus and execute fundamentals
• Lions: Continue aggressive mindset shown vs Rams/Steelers
• Cleveland must establish run game early
• Detroit needs to capitalize on any Browns mistakes

This matchup represents a critical opportunity for Cleveland to get back above .500, while Detroit aims to build on last week's tie and secure their first win. The Browns' success will likely depend on their ability to avoid looking past the winless Lions to upcoming division matchups.

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