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NFL: Bears vs Browns Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
SportsBoom previews the NFL match between the Chicago Bears and the Cleveland Browns at Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois, on Sunday, December 14th, 2025. These two teams are at different spectrums, with one vying for a postseason berth and the other salvaging an otherwise disappointing season. Ahead of kickoff, NFL betting fans are already assessing where to lay their wager in the hopes of finding the best value. For a detailed, in-depth look at the match, be sure to check out our full preview and expert betting predictions. The Chicago Bears host the Cleveland Browns in the NFL’s week 15 this coming Sunday, looking to solidify their grip on a wildcard spot in the NFC conference. The Bears will be sweating as the Lions are hot on their heels. The recent matchups between these two teams have witnessed no clear favorite, with both teams managing wins.
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Chicago Bears vs Cleveland Browns Match Details
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m. ET
Location: Soldier Field (Chicago, Illinois)
Last Meeting: Cleveland Browns 20-17 Chicago Bears (December 17th, 2023|NFL)
Odds and Betting Tips
Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability: Bears Overwhelming Favorites
Home: 3/20 (1.24) – 87%
Away: 31/10 (4.1)- 24.4%
*Odds courtesy of DraftsKing, subject to change
Betting Tips
The following tips can also guide fans who are comparing prices and markets across different US sportsbooks to find the strongest value on the board.
- Bears to Win: The Bears had been on a five-game winning streak before the Packers cut short the admirable pattern. In this game, they will be looking to maintain a bounce-back. Therefore, Chicago’s defense is expected to make some major stops, as its offense looks to grab the lead for the team.
- Bears to Cover a -7 Point Spread: The Chicago Bears have proven to make giant moves, given their recent excellent performances against the Eagles and the Packers. If they manage to keep quarterback Caleb Williams against Myles Garrett, the Browns’ pass rush, they can comfortably hit the point spread.
- Both teams to score a total of Under 40.5 points: This game is likely to be low-scoring as the Browns boast a commendable defense, led by Myles Garret. If they rake up a strategic game plan, the Bears might not have it easy with scoring, especially if Caleb Williams subscribes to his culture of holding onto the football longer.
Head-to-Head Record
Last five meetings (NFL)
- 1
17/12/2023 Cleveland Browns 20-17 Chicago Browns
- 2
26/09/2021 Cleveland Browns 26-6 Chicago Browns
- 3
24/12/2017 Chicago Bears 20-3 Cleveland Browns
- 4
15/12/2013 Cleveland Browns 31-38 Chicago Bears
- 5
01/11/2009 Chicago Browns 30-6 Cleveland Browns
Chicago Bears: Current Form- LWWWW
The Bears have been one of the strongest teams in a competitive NFC Conference, although they need to fine-tune their Xs and Os if they are to contend and cement their playoff position. Their defense was once again at fault in their 28-21 loss at Lambeau Field against their bitter rivals, the Green Bay Packers. Their defense seems to have an Achilles heel for allowing explosive plays over the course of the season.
Before their loss over the past weekend, the Bears had claimed victories against the Philadelphia Eagles 24-15, Pittsburgh Steelers 31-28, Minnesota Vikings 19-17, and NEW York Giants 24-20.
Head coach Benjamin Johnson will be extremely cautious in the coming weeks, considering they have three fixtures against direct NFC playoff rivals, and he will be determined to motivate his team to a victory against the Browns, who presumably have nothing to play for.
Key Players to Watch
- Caleb Williams (Quarterback)
The Bears struck gold last year after drafting Williams with the number one overall pick. Williams has been phenomenal, throwing down 19 touchdowns and tallying 2908 passing yards in the process. - D'Andre Swift (Running back)
Swift has bulldozed his way through offenses and offered a potent running option for the Bears’ offense. He has rushed for 837 yards and accumulated five touchdowns. - D.J. Moore (Wide Receiver)
Moore has been a livewire for the Bears. Although he only has three touchdowns, his speed and athleticism have been detrimental to opposing defenses, much to the joy of his QB. He has accrued 39 receptions and 498 receiving yards.
Cleveland Browns Form- LLWLL
The Cleveland Browns are done for the season. The quarterback's confusion and indecision are unbearable to watch for fans.
The question this offseason will be: is the franchise ready to entrust Shedeur Sanders going forward and refrain from targeting a QB during the 2026 draft, as the weekend’s 31-29 loss to the Tennessee Titans brought them back in contention for the No. 1 draft pick.
Despite the Browns' offensive struggles, Myles Garrett had his 20th sack of the season and is now just three away from breaking the single-season record.
The Browns have lost four games against the Titans, the San Francisco 49ers 26-8, the Baltimore Ravens 23-16, and the New York Jets 27-20. However, they claimed an impressive 24-10 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders in between.
Key Players to Watch
- Myles Garrett (Defensive End)
Garrett has once again been huge for the Browns' defense. The former AP Defensive Player of the Year is once again a leading contender for the award. He has accumulated 20 sacks already, three forced fumbles, and 39 solo tackles. - Devin Bush Jr. (Linebacker)
Devin has been a wrecking freight train for the browns this season. He has accrued 46 solo tackles, two sacks, and one forced fumble. - Shedeur Sanders (Quarterback)
All eyes will be on Shedeur Sanders, who has brought a boom-or-bust feel to the Browns' offense, after being named as the starting QB for the rest of the season. Sanders made strides in his third start, throwing for 364 yards and three touchdowns, both career highs, while running for another score.
Chicago Bears Team News
The Bears will be without Ruben Hyppolite, who suffered a shoulder injury, Rome Odunze, who injured his foot, and Tyrique Stevenson, who has injured his hip.
Cleveland Browns Team News
The Browns are hit with an injury crisis at the moment. They will be without Brenden Yates, who is out with an ankle injury; Jack Conklin, who is out with a concussion; Adin Huntington, who suffered a quad injury; and Wyatt Teller, who suffered a calf injury.
Predicted Line-ups
Chicago Bears
Offense:
- QB: Caleb Williams
- RB: D'Andre Swift
- WR: Olamide Zaccheaus, DJ Moore, and Luther Burden III
- TE: Colston Loveland
- OL: Ozzy Trapilo, Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman, Jonah Jackson, and Darnell Wright
Defense:
- DE: Montez Sweat and Austin Booker
- DT: Grady Jarrett and Gervon Dexter Sr.
- LB: Tremaine Edmunds, T.J. Edwards, Noah Sewell, and C.J. Gardner-Johnson
- CB: Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon
- S: Jaquan Brisker and Kevin Byard III
Cleveland Browns
Offense:
- QB: Shedeur Sanders
- RB: Quinshon Judkins
- WR: Jerry Jeudy, Cedric Tillman, and Isaiah Bond
- TE: Harold Fannin Jr.
- OL: Cam Robinson, Joel Bitonio, Luke Wypler, Teven Jenkins, and KT Leveston
Defense:
- DE: Alex Wright and Myles Garrett
- DT: Shelby Harris and Mason Graham
- LB: Mohamoud Diabate, Carson Schwesinger, Devin Bush, and Myles Harden
- CB: Denzel Ward and Tyson Campbell
- S: Grant Delpit and Ronnie Hickman
Value Bets
Shedeur Sanders to get over 200+ Passing Yards: Despite being a rookie, Sanders has shown promising performance, throwing for 364 yards in the Week 14 game. He also made 209 passing yards in week 12. Therefore, he can achieve this target (46.5% probability with Betway).
Over 20.5 Total Points in First Half: If Shedeur Sanders is behind the Cleveland Browns’ passing game, the game might come alive on their side. The Bears have one of the best offenses, and given their most recent loss, they will most likely be pushing for consistent scores, making this bet achievable.
Prediction: Bears to Win
The Chicago Bears will go all in in this home game. They will definitely aim for a win as they cannot afford to lose, or else they lose grip of the playoffs. Moreover, securing a win will mean that there will be a slight possibility of racing for the division title.
Ultimately, the Chicago Bears are expected to be the outright winner in this game; however, the Browns will most likely put up a fight, given their notable defense.
Ian Mugo Wanyeki is based in Nairobi, Kenya. He is a sports enthusiast with vast knowledge of different sport disciplines. Ian is a graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science degree from Kenyatta University. He is a Kenyan journalist who’s worked as a sports analyst at Covenant Television Network, as a sports reporter at NTV and as a Sports Correspondent/contributor at Quartz Africa.