Many expected the 49ers to cruise on the road against the Browns because they were forced to start backup quarterback PJ Walker due to Deshaun Watson’s shoulder injury. But many were wrong, including all of us at MMQB.
We also all incorrectly chose the Eagles to beat the Jets. (Sorry about the reminders, colleagues.) With the Jets and Browns pulling off the upsets, there are no undefeated teams in the NFL after six weeks. Pop them bottles, 1972 Dolphins!
The 49ers were the safe bet to win, but many failed to remember that the Browns have one of the best defenses in the league. The Browns’ dominant defense is no longer being overlooked after their 19–17 victory.
