The set-up: Detroit is 1-2 so far in the preseason, while Cleveland is 2-1. I think the Browns simply go through the motions today though as they look ahead to Week 1. Conversely, I believe the Lions will be looking for a little more momentum as they head into the Regular season and as such, I expect them to pull away down the stretch for the comfortable ATS cover in front of the home town crowd.

The teams: The Browns come in off a very satisfying win over the defending champion Eagles at home in Week 3. Can anyone say "letdown" spot? Baker Mayfield will see the majority of snaps today. Last week he was 8 of 12 for 76 yards, while RB Nick Chubb added 46 rushing yards.

Matt Stafford won't be suiting up for Detroit, meaning Matt Cassel and Jake Rudock will continue to battle it out for the official No. 1 backup QB spot. Cassel and Rudock though looked great in last week's come from behind 33-30 win, combining to go 16 of 23 for 118 yards and two touchdowns.

The pick: As mentioned off the top, I think Cleveland is already "looking ahead" to the "real thing." The Lions will look to take advantage and send the home side crowd home happy on Thursday night. Lay the points.