The Cleveland Browns host the Chicago Bears in Week 3 of the 2022 NFL preseason. Here's what you need to know for this final exhibition matchup:

Betting Odds:

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

Key Notes for Bears:

• Perfect 2-0 record under new head coach Matt Eberflus
• QB Justin Fields will get extended playing time
• Looking to build offensive chemistry despite limited weapons
• Defense traditionally strong but still developing chemistry

Browns Outlook:

• Current preseason record: 1-1
• Jacoby Brissett to see action with first-team offense
• Defense expected to rest key starters including Myles Garrett
• Focus on evaluating depth with regular season approaching
• Offense likely conservative with Deshaun Watson suspended first 11 games

Prediction: Bears to win outright and cover the spread. Key factors:

• Bears starters getting more reps
• Browns resting key defensive players
• Chicago's motivation after 2021 regular season loss to Cleveland
• Browns conservative approach in final preseason game

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