Quick Take: Bears-Browns

In Brief

» Last meeting: Antonio Bryant caught two touchdown passes from Trent Dilfer as the Browns knocked off the Bears, 20-10, in Week 5 of the 2005 season.
» Streaks: The Browns have won three of the past four and possess a 9-4 overall series advantage.
» Last week: Cleveland allowed Green Bay to come in and dominate the proceedings, ultimately losing to the visiting Packers, 31-3. ... Chicago failed to put up much of a fight in Cincinnati, losing 45-10 to the Bengals.

Keep your eye on ...Matt Forte's confidence level: Entering the season, Forte was considered one of the league's better running backs. He had a dynamic rookie season in 2008 and was explosive as both a runner and receiver. So far this year, Forte has yet to get going and has just 318 yards on the ground. If there is ever a chance for him to break out, it will be this week against the Browns' 31st-ranked rushing defense.

Jay Cutler's return home: Cutler can put his road woes behind him this week as the Bears head back to Soldier Field. At home, Cutler has been one of the league's best quarterbacks, throwing four touchdowns, without an interception in two games. In four road outings, he has seven touchdown passes with 10 interceptions.

Cleveland's veteran leadership: The Browns were flat-out embarrassed at home against the Packers last Sunday. The offense fizzled after its opening drive led to a field goal and the defense was simply overmatched by Green Bay. It is up to stalwarts like RB Jamal Lewis and LB Eric Barton to make sure the team maintains its focus and continues to fight.

Did you know?

Browns QB Derek Anderson has 10 touchdowns in his past eight games against the NFC. ... Cleveland LB Kamerion Wimbley has a sack in each of his last two road games. ... Bears WR Johnny Knox is tied for the rookie lead with four touchdowns. ... Chicago's Greg Olsen has a touchdown in three of his last four games.