The Cincinnati Bengals (10-6) face the Cleveland Browns (7-9) at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on FOX in the final regular season game. The AFC North champion Bengals look to improve their playoff seeding while the Browns are eliminated from contention.

Game Details:

• Browns are 6-point favorites (-105)
• Bengals are +6 (-115)
• Over/Under: 38.5 (Over +100, Under -120)
• Moneyline: Browns -225, Bengals +195
• ATS Records: Browns 7-9, Bengals 9-7

Key Factors:

• Both teams expected to rest key starters
• Baker Mayfield out (shoulder surgery)
• Joe Burrow not expected to play
• Bengals can improve playoff seeding with win
• Browns playing for pride in rivalry game

Playoff Implications for Bengals:

• Can clinch #2 seed with win + help
• Path to #1 seed requires:
  • Bengals win
  • Titans loss
  • Chiefs loss
  • Bills or Patriots loss

Prediction: Browns hold slight edge at home with more regular starters expected to play. Their defense should contain Bengals' backup offense. However, Bengals have more motivation with playoff positioning at stake. Expect a close, low-scoring rivalry game despite missing stars on both sides.

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