CLEVELAND, Ohio — After getting chewed up, last Sunday, by the Chicago Bears (10-4), the Cleveland Browns (3-11), this week, face the equally tough Buffalo Bills (10-4). The Bills are led by quarterback Josh Allen who is a bigger more experienced version of the Bears Caleb Williams, who just tore up the Browns for 242 yards and two touchdowns.

Yes, Sunday's game in Las Vegas will be a huge factor in determining the No. 1 pick. But there is still a path for three other teams.

The Cleveland Browns are already eliminated from ‌NFL playoff contention and will finish at the bottom of the AFC North division for the second consecutive year. With a 3-12 record, Kevin Stefanski and company will look forward to turning their fortune in the NFL Draft.

The Raiders and Browns could face off with the top two quarterbacks selected in the 2026 draft, while the Colts (Daniel Jones’ injury), Falcons (Michael Penix injury and struggles,) and Steelers (Aaron Rodgers’ retirement) could have new quarterbacks when they face Cleveland next year.

A quirk in the Week 17 NFL schedule could upend the Browns' hopes of climbing to the No.1 pick in the 2026 draft, leaving Cleveland fans rooting against the team in a way they never expected.