After owning the rivalry for much of the decade, the were swept by the in-state rival in 2018. The Bengals, 1-11 this season after finally getting their first win of the season last Sunday, will look to play the role of spoiler by putting the finishing touches on what has been a frustrating year for the Browns during the final month of the 2019 regular season.While the Bengals weren't expected to do much this season under first-year head coach Zac Taylor, many on the outside were predicting -- at the least -- a playoff appearance for the Browns, who were coming off the franchise's best season since 2014. But injuries, suspensions, and self-inflicted wounds have largely contributed to the Browns' current 5-7 record heading into Sunday's game. But despite their murky playoff outlook, Mookie Betts Jersey Cleveland is not mathematically out of the postseason hunt but would need to win out to have any chance at making the playoffs. Winning out would also result in the Browns' first winning season since 2007, an achievement that could serve as a consolation prize after falling short of loftier expectations.Before we break down Sunday's game, here's a look at how you can follow the action in real time. Also be sure to check out our live blog during the game that will include Jim Rice Jersey instant updates, highlights, and analysis.How to watchDate:Sunday, Dec. 8 |Time:1 p.m. ETLocation:FirstEnergy Stadium (Cleveland, Ohio)TV:CBS|Stream:PreviewAfter a horrific start to the season, Browns quarterback has gradually improved during the second half of his second NFL season. Over the past five games, Mayfield has completed nearly 63 percent of his pa ses with nine touchdowns and two interceptions after throwing 12 interceptions during the Browns' first seven games of the season. Mayfield did commit two costly turnovers last Sunday that contributed to the Browns' 20-13 lo s in Pittsburgh, with his last-minute interception to sealing the lo s.Mayfield, who injured his throwing hand during the first half of Cleveland's lo s in Pittsburgh, continues to have succe s making plays outside of the pocket, often finding receiver after leaving the pocket. Mayfield has also improved his pocket presence, as more teams continue to force him to stay in between the hash marks. While Landry continues to be his favorite target, Mayfield has slowly developed a rapport with Odell Beckham Jr., who has 57 receptions for 805 yards and two touchdowns. Mayfield and Beckham, however, still need to improve on their chemistry, something that should be Tyler Thornburg Jersey a focus during the final month of the regular season.The running game has been the Browns' bread and butter this season, with in the midst of a Pro Bowl season with 1,175 yards and seven touchdowns through 12 games. Chubb is now being complemented by , who scored his first receiving touchdown last Sunday as a member of the Browns. Through four games, Hunt has 45 touches for 243 yards and two touchdowns, as the Browns are 3-1 in games Hunt has appeared in.Defensively, the Browns are feeling the lo s of , one of the NFL's premier pa s rushers who has been suspended indefinitely by the NFL. In Sunday's lo s in Pittsburgh, the Browns were only able to record one sack of quarterback after recording four sacks of in the Browns' first meeting with Pittsburgh. With Garrett out, the Browns will need more from pa s rushers and , who are the Browns' second and third most productive pa s rushers, respectively.Cleveland's defense has received a stellar season from linebacker , who earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week honors after his performance against the in Week 12. Through 12 games, Schobert has 103 tackles, four interceptions, nine pa ses defensed and two forced fumbles while emerging as the Browns' best defensive player with Garrett out of the lineup.The defense has been among the reasons why the Bengals have been competitive in each of their last three games. The unit, led by defensive linemen , , and , linebacker and safeties and , has given up an average of just 13 points per game during that span. In last Sunday's 22-6 win over the , the Bengals sacked New York quarterback four times while holding to just 32 yards on 10 carries. Dunlap was a one-man wrecking machine, recording three sacks of Darnold while hitting him on three other occasions.Cincinnati's offense, a group that has Wade Boggs Jersey been plagued by injuries, received a shot in the arm after Taylor decided to go back to last Sunday. Dalton had succe s getting the ball to (five catches, 59 yards, and a touchdown), (four catches for 66 yards), and tight end C.J. Uzomah (five catches for 51 yards) while making up for a running game that has been an i sue for most of the season. , after rushing for over 1,100 yards last season, has rushed for just 643 yards this year while playing behind an offensive line that will need reinforcements during the offseason.PredictionAs good as the Bengals looked last week, Mitch Moreland Jersey the Browns have a clear advantage when it comes to the running game. While Cincinnati is 30th in the NFL in rushing, Cleveland is 10th in the league in rushing and fourth in average yards per carry. As long as the Browns make it a point to get their running game established, Chubb and Hunt should be able to put up big numbers against a Bengals' defense that has allowed a league-high 1,891 rushing yards through 12 games.Browns 24, Bengals 17