Browns Week 9: Result against Saints could be huge

The Cleveland Browns’ matchup against the New Orleans Saints is a significant game in the context of their season. The team is currently 5-3 and will either continue climbing toward the top of the AFC or continue to fall back into the pack. The team needs to show it can bounce back after a tough loss.

The looming NFL trade deadline also could be impacted by the Week 9 outcome.

With the Saints holding a 2-5 record, it is important for the Browns to take advantage of what should be a favorable matchup. They have lost four of their last five, giving the Browns a big opportunity, but New Orleans is also coming off of their bye week. Cleveland is currently sitting at third in the AFC North. The…