The Cincinnati Bengals (10-6) face the Cleveland Browns (7-9) on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on FOX. This AFC North rivalry game comes after the Bengals clinched the division title for the first time since 2009 with their win over Kansas City.

Game Details:

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

Betting Context:

• Browns: 7-9 against the spread
• Bengals: 9-7 against the spread
• Key absences: Joe Burrow (Bengals), Baker Mayfield (Browns - shoulder surgery)

Playoff Implications:

• Browns: Eliminated from playoff contention
• Bengals: Currently #3 seed, can improve to:
  • #2 seed with win + other scenarios
  • #1 seed with win + Titans loss + Chiefs loss + Bills/Patriots loss

Analysis: The game should remain competitive despite reduced stakes, given the rivalry's intensity. The Browns have a slight edge playing at home with more starters likely to play. However, the Bengals have more motivation as they pursue improved playoff positioning.

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