The Cleveland Browns (1-1) host the Chicago Bears (2-0) in Week 3 of the 2022 NFL preseason. Here's what you need to know:

Betting Odds:

• Browns are 5.5-point favorites
• Over/Under: 41.5 points

Key Points:

Bears Outlook:

• Perfect 2-0 record under new coach Matt Eberflus
• QB Justin Fields expected to play significant snaps
• Looking to improve offensive output with limited skill position talent
• Historically strong defense even in down years

Browns Situation:

• Missing Deshaun Watson for first 11 regular season games
• Jacoby Brissett to get playing time with starters
• Defense expected to carry team early in season
• Key defensive stars like Myles Garrett likely to sit out

Previous Matchup:

• Browns dominated Bears in 2021 regular season meeting
• Cleveland's pass rush overwhelmed Chicago's offense

Prediction: Bears to win outright and cover the spread, capitalizing on:

• More motivation to win
• First-team reps for Justin Fields
• Browns resting key defensive players
• Cleveland's offensive limitations

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