The New England Patriots shook off a slow start and crushed the Cleveland Browns, 32-13, in Week 8 of the NFL season. Drake Maye had another MVP-like performance with three touchdown passes, while the New England defense locked down and forced two Cleveland turnovers --and a late-game safety -- to lead the Patriots to a fifth straight win.

This Sunday, the Cleveland Browns take on the New England Patriots. Below, we analyze a few advantages, disadvantages, or general thoughts about the two teams before getting to our predictions for the game.

The Browns went back on the road to face the New England Patriots in Week 8. Here are four instant observations from the game.

Stefon Diggs has been an integral piece of the Patriots' offense in his first season in New England, but he entered Week 8's game against the Cleveland Browns still looking for his first touchdown with his new team. Diggs finally found the end zone in the third quarter, and helped break open the Patriots' 32-13 win .

The New England Nation team picks this week’s fantasy sit, start and sleeper picks, as well as their prediction for this week’s Patriots game.

Tracking the score and highlights from Sunday's Week 8 game between the New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns.