The Chicago Bears face the Cleveland Browns in Week 3 of the 2022 NFL preseason, with both teams making final preparations for the regular season. The Browns are 5.5-point favorites with an over/under of 41.5 points.

The Bears (2-0) under new head coach Matt Eberflus will give significant playing time to quarterback Justin Fields as they aim to improve their offense. While Chicago has shown promise this preseason, they still face challenges at skill positions.

The Browns (1-1) will rely heavily on their defense with Deshaun Watson suspended for 11 games. Jacoby Brissett will lead the offense and see action with the starters, though key defensive players like Myles Garrett are expected to sit out.

Key Matchup Factors:

• Bears focused on developing Fields and offensive chemistry
• Browns transitioning to Brissett at quarterback
• Cleveland's defensive starters likely to rest
• Bears seeking revenge from 2021 regular season loss

Prediction: Despite being underdogs, the Bears' motivation and commitment to playing starters gives them an edge. Chicago should cover the spread and potentially win outright in a game that means more to their development than Cleveland's.

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