The forecast calls for single-digit temperatures when the Chicago Bears host the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon along the shores of Lake Michigan.

Bears safety Kevin Byard III has an idea: Fans might stay warm by standing up and screaming at the top of their lungs.

"Be as loud as possible, especially on third downs," Byard said when asked for his message to Chicago fans. "Like I said, the offense has to communicate a lot more. I know, especially against Cleveland, having a young quarterback, having to communicate in a very loud hostile environment can be huge for us on defense."

The Bears (9-4) know they cannot afford a letdown against the Browns (3-10) as the postseason approaches. Chicago held the No. 1 spot in the NFC going into last weekend, but a narrow loss against the Green

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