The Browns are left with only two of their original offensive linemen starting against the Bears.
Facing the Cleveland Browns (8-5), the Chicago Bears aim to maintain their postseason aspirations with a third consecutive victory.
The Browns have suffered numerous injuries this season, particularly along the offensive line, which may work in favor of the Bears' defense. Cleveland is already missing starting left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., right tackles Jack Conklin, and rookie Dawand Jones. Furthermore, center Ethan Pocic is unavailable due to a stinger, leaving only left guard Joel Bitonio and right guard Wyatt Teller as the healthy starting offensive linemen.
The Browns have experimented with five different starting offensive line combinations in their 13 games this season. This situation offers a significant opportunity for the Bears' defense to apply pressure to quarterback Joe Flacco, who lacks mobility in the pocket. With the addition of star defensive end Montez Sweat, Chicago's defense has become a top-five unit in the league.
The Bears have also improved their pass rush, accumulating 10 sacks in the past four games, compared to 11 in the first nine games. If Chicago can disrupt Flacco's rhythm, as they did with Jared Goff of the Lions (twice) and Josh Dobbs of the Vikings, they have a promising chance to secure an upset victory and extend their winning streak.
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16 DECEMBRE | 1 ANSWERS The Browns are left with only two of their original offensive linemen starting against the Bears. Will the bears beat the Browns? | ||
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