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Fantasy News
Kahlil Bell - #32 - Running back - 6'0" - 219lbs
Sun. Nov 22, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Kahlil Bell made a splash in his NFL debut on Sunday night, ripping off a 72-yard run on his first carry. He finished the night with four carries for 81 yards in Chicago's 24-20 loss to the Eagles.
Impact: While Bell is obviously not a threat to an ineffective Matt Forte yet, he couldn't have had a better NFL debut. He is someone to monitor from afar. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Sun. Nov 22, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Jay Cutler had another mediocre game on Sunday night, punctuated by yet another critical interception, as the Bears lost 24-20 to the Eagles. He finished the night 24-of-43 for just 171 yards and a touchdown.
Impact: Jay "McNown," as some fans are beginning to call him, struck again at the worst possible moment. The interception was tipped - but off of an Eagles player. Cutler obviously still has all the talent in the world, but 2009 is looking like a lost season. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Sun. Nov 22, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Tight end Desmond Clark (neck) leads the list of inactive Chicago Bears on Sunday night, according to Pro Football Talk. Joining him on the sidelines against the Eagles will be safety Kevin Payne, receiver Juaquin Iglesias, cornerback D.J. Moore, guard Lance Louis, defensive tackles Matt Toeaina and Jarron Gilbert and linebacker Pisa Tinoisamoa
Impact: Not too many impact players. If Chicago loses again, it will be because of the players they have on the field, and not the pine. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Sun. Nov 22, 2009 |
STATS
News: Clark was inactive for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles because of a neck injury.
Impact: Clark missed two games in September because of a cracked rib, and his neck had been bothering him when he aggravated it against San Francisco on Nov. 12. He has 11 catches for 91 yards in seven games. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark (neck) is inactive for Sunday night's game against Philadelphia.
Impact: Greg Olsen is the Chicago TE you want to own anyway, with Clark having racked up just 11 catches in seven games to date. Kahlil Bell - #32 - Running back - 6'0" - 219lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: The Bears promoted Bell from the practice squad Friday after placing Garrett Wolfe (lacerated kidney) on injured reserve, Chicago Breaking Sports News reports.
Impact: Bell, an undrafted rookie free agent from UCLA, could see time on special teams and will move into the role of third running back behind starter Matt Forte and backup Adrian Peterson. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: With Garrett Wolfe (lacerated kidney) out for the rest of the season, Peterson will remain the team's top backup running back.
Impact: The Bears promoted running back Kahlil Bell from the practice squad, but he is expected to be the No. 3 back behind Matt Forte and Peterson. Despite Peterson's status as the No. 2 back, he did not receive a carry last week and would need an injury to Forte to achieve fantasy relevance. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
STATS
News: The Bears placed Wolfe on injured reserve Friday, ending his season. The team listed a kidney injury for Wolfe, who told the Chicago Tribune in a text message that he suffered a lacerated kidney on the opening kickoff of a game against Arizona on Nov. 8.
Impact: The Bears elevated running back Kahlil Bell from the practice squad to replace Wolfe. Wolfe carried the ball 22 times this season for 120 yards and one touchdown. He added nine special teams tackles and two receptions for 12 yards. Kahlil Bell - #32 - Running back - 6'0" - 219lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: As expected, the Bears elevated running back Kahlil Bell from their practice squad to their active roster on Friday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Impact: He is taking the place of Garrett Wolfe, who is lost for the season with a lacerated kidney. He could see a few carries here and there, but for the most part, will play on special teams. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Desmond Clark (neck), originally thought ready to return this week, is doubtful for Sunday, according to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Sun-Times.
Impact: Greg Olsen is obviously the Bears' top tight end, so another week without Clark should have few ramifications outside of the blocking game. Kevin Payne - #44 - Safety - 6'0" - 212lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Kevin Payne (back) was held out of practice on Friday, and is not likely to play on Sunday, according to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Sun-Times.
Impact: He is officially doubtful. The Bears have a very banged up secondary, and fresh off a 450-yard game, Donovan McNabb could have a field day Sunday night in Chicago. Olin Kreutz - #57 - Center - 6'2" - 292lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Kreutz (back) does not appear on Friday's injury report.
Impact: The Bears' offensive line should be fully healthy against the Eagles on Sunday night. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark (neck) did not practice Friday and is listed as doubtful for Sunday night's game against Philadelphia, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Greg Olsen, who was already getting most of the tight end targets, should be used even more heavily as a result. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Updating an earlier item, Garrett Wolfe will indeed miss the rest of the season with a lacerated kidney, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Impact: He suffered the injury in Week 9. Look for the Bears to add some depth at running back once he lands on injured reserve. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wolfe (lacerated kidney) said Friday that he will be placed on injured reserve, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact: Wolfe will not be able to workout for a month, but he is expected to be ready for offseason conditioning. Kevin Payne - #44 - Safety - 6'0" - 212lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Kevin Payne (back) was again out of Bears practice on Thursday, according to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Sun-Times.
Impact: He's not looking too likely for Sunday at this point. That's not good news for a struggling Bears defense that will be facing a potent Eagles aerial attack this weekend. Olin Kreutz - #57 - Center - 6'2" - 292lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Kreutz returned to practice Thursday after missing Wednesday's practice with a back injury, the Daily Herald reports.
Impact: Kreutz fully participated in Thursday's practice and should be fine for Sunday's game. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark (neck) missed Thursday's practice, Chicago Breaking Sports News reports.
Impact: Clark, who aggravated his neck injury during last Thursday's game against the 49ers, has yet to practice this week. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Tommie Harris was limited in Wednesday's practice while nursing a knee ailment, according to the Bears' official website.
Impact: Harris should have good odds of playing Sunday against the Eagles if he can practice through the rest of the week without a problem. He only has one sack so far this season. Kevin Payne - #44 - Safety - 6'0" - 212lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Kevin Payne missed Wednesday's practice while dealing with a back ailment, according to the Bears' official website.
Impact: Payne missed Week 10, and is uncertain to return Sunday against the pass-happy Eagles. Rookie strong safety Al Afalava is also banged up with a shoulder injury. Orlando Pace - #76 - Tackle - 6'7" - 325lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Pace (head) does not appear on Wednesday's injury report.
Impact: Pace was knocked out of last Thursday's loss to San Francisco, but should be healthy enough to start this week against the Eagles. Zack Bowman
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Bowman (abdomen) does not appear on Wednesday's injury report.
Impact: Bowman was injured in last Thursday's loss to San Francisco, but the extra couple of days gave him enough time to recover. Olin Kreutz - #57 - Center - 6'2" - 292lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Kreutz missed Wednesday's practice with a back injury, Chicago Breaking Sports News reports.
Impact: Kreutz was also sidelined for Monday's abbreviated session but said at the time that he was just resting. Kreutz was banged up during the Bears' loss last Thursday at San Francisco. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark (neck) did not practice Wednesday, the Chicago Sun-Times' Brad Biggs reports.
Impact: Clark aggravated his neck injury in the first half of Thursday's loss to the 49ers. His status for Sunday night's game against the Eagles is unknown, but there are probably better options available than Clark (11 receptions, 91 yards) anyway. Orlando Pace - #76 - Tackle - 6'7" - 325lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Orlando Pace suffered a concussion in Thursday's loss to the 49ers, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Impact: There is belief he will be ready to return to action in Week 11 against Philadelphia. Kevin Shaffer replaced him at left tackle after he was forced out. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Desmond Clark should be ready to go for Week 11 after suffering a neck injury in Thursday's loss at San Francisco, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Impact: Clark would be facing a tough Eagles' pass defense if able to play in Week 11. He only caught 11 passes for 91 yards over seven games this season. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
STATS
News: Hester had seven catches for 48 yards Thursday night in the Bears' 10-6 loss at San Francisco.
Impact: Hester also cost quarterback Jay Cutler a pair of interceptions - one by slipping and falling and another by stopping his route. It's clear the once-dynamic return man still has a ways to go to be a No. 1 receiver even though he's certainly made great strides. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
STATS
News: Forte had 20 carries for 41 yards, but caught eight passes for 120 yards in the Bears' ugly 10-6 loss at San Francisco on Thursday night.
Impact: Forte has been a major fantasy bust this season, and Thursday's effort was largely due to Cutler's inability to get the ball downfield successfully to a shaky receiving corps. Still, it's good to see something from the second-year back considering he can't run for much with Chicago's troubled offensive line. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
STATS
News: Cutler was 29 of 52 for 307 yards but threw five interceptions in the Bears' ugly 10-6 loss at San Francisco on Thursday night.
Impact: Cutler was deemed to be the savior under center in Chicago, but so far he hasn't lived up to that billing. His 17 interceptions are a league high and 15 of those have come on the road, where he has a 62.8 passer rating. With a poor offensive line and mediocre receivers, it's not all his fault, but Cutler hasn't been good. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
STATS
News: The NFL said Harris had been fined $7,500 for punching Cardinals offensive lineman Deuce Lutui on the fourth play from scrimmage in last Sunday's 41-21 loss.
Impact: Harris was ejected and later apologized. He did not draw a suspension and that helps the beleaguered Bears defense. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
STATS
News: Cutler has been fined $20,000 for abusive conduct toward a game official during a 41-21 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday.
Impact: The fine came one day after Cutler threw five interceptions during a 10-6 loss at San Francisco. Cutler has thrown an NFL-worst 17 interceptions this season for the Bears, who have lost four of five. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wolfe (lacerated kidney) was released from the hospital on Wednesday after a three-night stay, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: The hope is that Wolfe may be able to return in about a month, but general manager Jerry Angelo said the injury could be season-ending. Adrian Peterson will continue to serve as Matt Forte's top backup while Wolfe is out. The Bears will likely need to sign a new running back to compensate for Wolfe's absence, either by signing a free agent or promoting someone from the practice squad. Orlando Pace - #76 - Tackle - 6'7" - 325lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Pace left Thursday night's game with what the Bears called a head injury, the team's official site reports.
Impact: In other words, he was likely concussed, but on the plus side, he'll have some extra time to get better with the Bears not playing again until November 22. Kevin Shaffer filled in for Pace after he left Thursday's game. Earl Bennett - #80 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 202lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Bennett caught three passes for 27 yards in Thursday's loss to San Francisco.
Impact: A week after recording seven catches for 93 yards, Bennett regressed to the mean Thursday. Bennett is an important part of the Bears passing game, averaging four catches and 50 yards receiving per game, but has yet to find the end zone this season. Johnny Knox - #13 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 180lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Knox caught just two passes for 20 yards in Thursday's loss to San Francisco.
Impact: After catching touchdown passes in three of the team's first five games, Knox has now gone four straight weeks without finding the end zone. Knox has game-breaking speed, but has failed to emerge as much of a downfield threat in his rookie season. Zack Bowman
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Bowman was knocked out of Thursday's game against San Francisco with an abdominal injury.
Impact: Bowman recorded the team's lone interception - his third of the season - before being knocked out of the game. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester caught seven passes for 48 yards in Thursday's loss to San Francisco.
Impact: Hester's 48 yards receiving was his lowest total since Week 4, when he was knocked out of the game early with a shoulder injury. Despite Hester's relatively low yardage total, he still led all Bears wideouts in receiving yards for the fifth straight week. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen caught seven passes for 75 yards in Thursday's loss to San Francisco.
Impact: Olsen set season highs in both receptions and receiving yards Thursday. Though Olsen failed to reach the end zone, that was primarily the product of Jay Cutler throwing five interceptions, including two in the red zone. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Cutler completed 29-of-52 passes for 307 yards in Thursday's loss to San Francisco, but threw a career-high five interceptions and had no touchdowns.
Impact: Cutler's penchant for passing the ball to the opposing team continued Thursday, as he threw five picks against a San Francisco secondary that had recorded just six interceptions all season heading into Thursday night's game. Though Cutler has consistently put up big yardage numbers this year, he now has 17 interceptions compared to just 14 passing touchdowns. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Though Forte ran for just 41 yards on 20 carries in Thursday's loss to San Francisco, he caught a game-high eight passes for 120 yards.
Impact: Forte has been much more effective as a part of the passing game than on the ground lately, racking up 194 receiving yards compared to 74 rushing yards over the last two games. At this point in the season, it's tough to see Forte breaking out of his rushing funk any time soon, especially with the Bears facing top-10 rushing defenses in five of their next six games. Nevertheless, Forte's significant role in the passing game means he is still a decent fantasy start, particularly in PPR leagues. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark aggravated his neck injury in the first half of Thursday's game against the 49ers, NFL.com reports.
Impact: Clark had one seven-yard reception before departing and is questionable to return. Charles Tillman - #33 - Cornerback - 6'1" - 196lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tillman (shoulder) is active for Thursday's game against the 49ers.
Impact: Tillman hasn't been quite the fantasy force he was in 2008, but he's still a reliable play in leagues that require starting cornerbacks. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) is active for Thursday's game against the 49ers.
Impact: Harris' presence will help the Bears in their effort to stop Frank Gore and stay afloat in the NFC playoff race. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark (neck) is active for Thursday's game against the 49ers.
Impact: Greg Olsen is quarterback Jay Cutler's preferred tight end target, which will limit Clark's targets on Thursday night and beyond. Charles Tillman - #33 - Cornerback - 6'1" - 196lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tillman (shoulder) participated fully in practice Wednesday and is listed as probable for Thursday's game against San Francisco, NFL.com reports.
Impact: Tillman banged up his shoulder in last Sunday's loss, but he'll be ready to go against the Niners and can safely be deployed if he's one of your IDPs. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) participated fully in practice Wednesday and is listed as probable for Thursday's game against San Francisco, NFL.com reports.
Impact: ESPN is reporting that Harris won't be suspended for his punch against the Cardinals last week, so he should be in the clear for Thursday night's game. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark (neck) participated fully in practice Wednesday and is listed as probable for Thursday's game against San Francisco, NFL.com reports.
Impact: After Greg Olsen's three-touchdown outburst last Sunday, Clark's opportunities in the passing game figure to be limited against the 49ers. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) was limited in practice Tuesday, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: The NFL is still reviewing the incident on Sunday in which Harris punched Cardinals guard Deuce Lutui, but assuming Harris isn't suspended, the knee injury is unlikely to hold him out of Thursday's game against San Francisco. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
STATS
News: Harris apologized Monday for throwing a punch at Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Deuce Lutui.
Impact: Harris was ejected on the fourth play from scrimmage of Sunday's game after he and Lutui wound up on the ground on a run play. Harris apologized to teammates, Bears fans and to Lutui. The three-time Pro Bowl player could be suspended by the league. Desmond Clark - #88 - Tight End - 6'3" - 249lbs
Tue. Nov 10, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Clark (neck) is listed as a limited participant in Tuesday's practice.
Impact: He should be able to play against San Francisco on Thursday night, but will have limited value playing behind Greg Olsen. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Hester had six catches for 94 yards in a 41-21 loss to Arizona on Sunday.
Impact: That makes four straight games with at least 80 yards for Hester, although he has just one receiving touchdown in that stretch. The Bears were behind and throwing early against the Cardinals, a situation they'll hope to avoid Thursday at San Francisco. Regardless, get Hester in your lineup early this week if you want to play him. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Olsen had five catches for 71 yards and three touchdowns, the highlight of a tough day for the Bears in a 41-21 loss to Arizona.
Impact: This was the breakout game of the season for the talented tight end, who now has six touchdowns and has been looked to consistently by Jay Cutler. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Olsen had five catches for 71 yards and three touchdowns, the highlight of a tough day for the Bears in a 41-21 loss to Arizona.
Impact: This was the breakout game of the season for the talented tight end, who now has six touchdowns and has been looked to consistently by Jay Cutler. The Bears face San Francisco on Thursday, so get him in your lineup early if you want to play Olsen this week. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Forte had just five carries for 33 yards in a 41-21 loss to Arizona on Sunday.
Impact: The Bears were behind early and ended up throwing the ball all day. Just add it as a new chapter to what has been a frustrating season for Forte's fantasy owners - and Bears fans. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: While the Bears were clobbered by Arizona 41-21 on Sunday, Cutler's fantasy owners were happy as he threw for 369 yards and three touchdowns.
Impact: Chicago fell behind early and had to throw all day, a trend that could continue considering the Bears' struggling defense. Make sure you get Cutler in your lineup early this week if you want to play him, as Chicago visits San Francisco on Thursday night. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: With Garrett Wolfe expected to miss at least 2-4 weeks with a lacerated kidney, Peterson becomes the team's clear No. 2 running back.
Impact: Wolfe and Peterson were sharing backup duties behind Matt Forte, but Peterson will now be Forte's primary backup for at least the next few weeks. Despite this expanded role, Peterson is unlikely to see more than a handful of carries in any given game. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wolfe will miss Thursday's game with a lacerated kidney, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: While the uncomfortable sounding injury shouldn't end his season, Wolfe is probably more week-to-week than day-to-day right now. Charles Tillman - #33 - Cornerback - 6'1" - 196lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tillman, who was knocked out of Sunday's game with a left shoulder injury, said he will be ready for Thursday's game at San Francisco, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: Tillman has had a history of shoulder issues, but it sounds like this one won't stop him from playing in Week 10. Danieal Manning - #38 - Safety - 5'11" - 201lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Manning (back) recorded a game-high 12 tackles (10 solo) in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.
Impact: Manning was clearly not bothered by the back injury that limited in practice last week. Manning has been a reliable IDP the last few weeks, recording 29 tackles, a forced fumble, and an interception over the last three games. Johnny Knox - #13 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 180lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Knox caught four passes for 30 yards in Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Impact: Knox was outperformed by fellow wideouts Earl Bennett and Devin Hester, who each had over 90 yards receiving. Sunday's contest marked the sixth straight game that Knox has failed to eclipse 45 yards receiving. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris was ejected just four plays into Sunday's game after punching Arizona guard Deuce Lutui, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact: Harris will likely face further discipline from the league and the Bears for sucker punching Lutui, so his status for Thursday's game against the 49ers is very much up in the air. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester (ankle) caught six passes for 94 yards in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.
Impact: Sunday marked Hester's fourth-straight game with at least six catches and 80 yards receiving. Though he has just one touchdown over that span, Hester's consistently solid performances are quickly turning him into a must start fantasy receiver in most leagues. Hester did not appear to be hampered by the ankle injury that limited him in practice last week, and faces a favorable matchup this Thursday against a San Francisco secondary that is allowing the fourth most passing yards per game. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wolfe is in Northwestern Memorial Hospital after reportedly suffering a kidney injury Sunday, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact: Wolfe, whose injury was initially reported as a back issue, indicated that he is feeling good and his hospitalization is believed to be precautionary. Still, his Week 10 status is cloudy and if he is forced to miss time, the Bears may need to add some RB depth. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Forte had just five carries for 33 yards in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, but managed to record 74 yards receiving on six catches.
Impact: The Bears fell behind 31-7 in the second quarter and were forced to turn to the passing game early on, which helps explain Forte's career-low carry total. Though Forte's lack of carries can be explained, his lack of rushing production can't be ignored: Forte has rushed for less than 35 yards in four of eight games this season and is averaging just 3.5 yards per carry. The road doesn't get any easier for Forte next week, when Chicago faces a San Francisco defense that is allowing a league-best 3.2 yards per carry. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Cutler completed 29-of-47 passes for 369 yards, three touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.
Impact: Though the Bears got blown out 41-21, Cutler had easily his most productive game of the season: the 369 yards passing was the second-most in his career and the three touchdowns matched his total for the previous three games combined. Cutler had struggled recently, but this performance might help him get back on track. Cutler has another favorable matchup this Thursday against the 49ers, who are allowing 252 yards passing per game, tied for fourth-worst in the league. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen (ankle) caught five passes for 71 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.
Impact: Olsen accounted for all three of the Bears' scores and became the first Bear to catch three touchdowns in a game since Marty Booker in 2001. After Sunday's monster performance, Olsen now has six touchdown catches in his last six games. He doesn't turn in huge performances every week, but he has become quarterback Jay Cutler's favorite red zone target. Earl Bennett - #80 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 202lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Bennett caught seven passes for a career-high 93 yards in Sunday's 41-21 loss to Arizona.
Impact: Bennett has been fairly productive this season, his first as an integral part of the team, but still hasn't scored a touchdown. Jay Cutler threw 47 passes Sunday, so Bennett's big game could partially be attributed to the fact the Bears were forced to air it out. Charles Tillman - #33 - Cornerback - 6'1" - 196lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tillman injured his left shoulder in the second quarter of Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact: Before his exit, Tillman had four tackles in the game. He entered Week 9 with 33 tackles, two interceptions and two forced fumbles. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wolfe sustained a back injury in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact: More on his status in the coming days. Before his exit Sunday, Wolf did not have a carry or catch. Charles Tillman - #33 - Cornerback - 6'1" - 196lbs
Sun. Nov 8, 2009 |
STATS
News: Tillman left the Bears' game against Arizona in the first half on Sunday with a shoulder injury, and his return was considered questionable.
Impact: Tillman would be a big loss to a Bears team that is already missing Brian Urlacher and had defensive tackle Tommie Harris ejected from the game for slugging Cardinals guard Deuce Lutui. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Sun. Nov 8, 2009 |
STATS
News: Harris was ejected from Sunday's game against Arizona after just 65 seconds of play for slugging Cardinals offensive tackle Deuce Lutui.
Impact: At the end of an Arizona running play, Harris and Lutui ended up on the ground and a replay showed Harris hitting Lutui near the face. The Bears got a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty and Harris got a quick shower after referee Ed Hochuli announced he had slugged Lutui and was ejected. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Sun. Nov 8, 2009 |
STATS
News: Hester was active Sunday against Arizona even though he was limited during the week by a sore right ankle.
Impact: Feel free to deploy Hester, who has totaled 265 receiving yards in his last three games. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against Arizona.
Impact: The Cardinals' pass defense has been improving, but Olsen still makes for a decent low-end tight end option in Week 9. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against Arizona.
Impact: Ogunleye will be available if you need him, but he hasn't been much of a fantasy option this season. Danieal Manning - #38 - Safety - 5'11" - 201lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Manning (back) is active for Sunday's game against Arizona.
Impact: Manning usually posts reliable tackle numbers and can safely be deployed as an IDP. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) is active for Sunday's game against Arizona.
Impact: Harris isn't much of a fantasy option, but his presence will help the interior of the Bears' defensive line. Lance Briggs - #55 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 240lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Briggs (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against Arizona.
Impact: Briggs' shoulder injury is not expected to limit him against the Cardinals and he'll be safe to start this week. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against Arizona.
Impact: It's safe to roll with Hester against an Arizona pass defense that is allowing over 230 yards through the air per game. Danieal Manning - #38 - Safety - 5'11" - 201lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Manning was limited again in Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Arizona, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: Despite the questionable tag, Manning had a good practice Friday and is expected to start according to head coach Lovie Smith. He's been a reliable source of tackles and can safely be deployed as an IDP. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen (ankle) participated fully in Friday's practice and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Arizona, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Olsen was limited earlier in the week, but it looks like he'll be ready to go against the Cardinals. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye was a full participant in Friday's practice and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Arizona, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Ogunleye hasn't made much of an impact this season, but he'll be available if you need him. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) participated fully in Friday's practice and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Arizona, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: The fact that Harris participated in all practices for two straight weeks (he generally rests on Wednesdays), is as good a sign as any that his knee is feeling just fine. Lance Briggs - #55 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 240lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Briggs (shoulder) participated fully in Friday's practice and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Arizona, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Briggs hasn't had any monster games this season, but he's one of the more reliable tacklers available and won't be bothered by this shoulder injury. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Arizona, but he practiced without limitations on Friday and is expected to start, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: "I went 100 percent today," Hester said. "I'm ready to go." The Bears may pull Hester off his punt return duties Sunday, but he's expected to play a full complement of snaps on offense. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester (sprained right ankle) missed practice Thursday for the second consecutive day, but coach Lovie Smith was hopeful that Hester would do some work Friday, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: For now, Hester is still expected to play Sunday against the Cardinals, but Earl Bennett could take over punt returns. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester (ankle) did not practice for the second day in a row Thursday because of an ankle injury, the Chicago Daily News reports.
Impact: Coach Lovie Smith had hoped to have Hester (who appeared to be walking gingerly Thursday) back on the practice field Thursday, so what Hester does (or doesn't do) Friday will go a long way in determining his chances of being out there Sunday against the Cardinals. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye (ankle) fully participated in Thursday's practice, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: Ogunleye was limited in practice on Wednesday, but his full participation on Thursday indicates that he should be fine for Sunday's game against the Cardinals. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris, who was limited in practice Wednesday with a knee injury, fully participated in Thursday's practice, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: Harris should be fine for this Sunday's game against the Cardinals. Danieal Manning - #38 - Safety - 5'11" - 201lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Manning was added to the injury report Thursday with a back injury, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: Manning was able to participate in practice but was limited. The third-year safety has already recorded 49 tackles, two forced fumbles, and an interception this season. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen (ankle) practiced fully Thursday, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: It looks like Olsen will end up listed as probable Friday, but his Week 9 status does not appear to be in any danger. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester did not practice Wednesday with what is believed to be an ankle or foot injury, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: Details are sparse right now, but the practice participation report should hone in on what the injury is, and coach Lovie Smith may shed some light on the severity in his press conference. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye (ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: You should be more concerned with Ogunleye's recent lack of production than with his minor ankle injury. In the last three games, he has five total tackles and no sacks. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen was limited in Wednesday's practice with an ankle injury, the Daily Herald reports
Impact: Given that Olsen was able to participate in practice this early in the week, we don't expect whatever ankle injury Olsen is suffering from to affect his status for Sunday's game. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Harris rarely practices on Wednesdays, so the fact that he's been out there two weeks in a row is a good sign that his knee is feeling well. Lance Briggs - #55 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 240lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Briggs (shoulder) was limited in practice Wednesday, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Briggs was limited in last Wednesday's practice, but still played a full complement of snaps in the win over Cleveland. He should be safe to start Sunday against Arizona. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester missed practice Wednesday with what is officially being called an ankle injury, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Hester doesn't seem concerned about his availability for Sunday's game against Arizona. "I'm alright," he told the Chicago Sun-Times' Brad Biggs. "I'm going to play." The situation is worth monitoring as the week progresses, but we're not overly concerned about Hester's status at this point. If Hester were forced to miss this Sunday's game, the fantasy value of Johnny Knox and Earl Bennett would get a boost. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
STATS
News: Hester had seven catches for 81 yards in the Bears' 30-6 win over Cleveland on Sunday.
Impact: Hester is becoming a fairly consistent if unspectacular fantasy receiver. This was his third straight game with at least 80 yards. The Bears face Arizona - 20th against the pass - on Sunday. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
STATS
News: Forte ran for two touchdowns as the Bears beat the bumbling Browns 30-6 Sunday.
Impact: Forte had 90 yards on 26 carries - an unimpressive 3.5-yard average - and he still has just one 100-yard game this season, but the two scores were a nice reward for fantasy owners who've stuck with Forte through his struggles. He faces Arizona's ninth-ranked rushing defense this week, but the Cardinals were just gouged for 270 yards on the ground by Carolina. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
STATS
News: Cutler threw for 225 yards as the Bears beat the bumbling Browns 30-6 Sunday.
Impact: Even against Cleveland's woeful defense, Cutler threw an interception and failed to notch a touchdown for the first time this season. While the Bears won easily, this was a very disappointing fantasy performance from their new quarterback, who has an equal number of touchdowns and interceptions (11 of each) on the season. Robbie Gould - #9 - Kicker - 6'0" - 185lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Gould went 3-for-3 on field goals in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: Gould has now made 10-of-11 field goal attempts this season, his only miss being a 53-yard attempt in Week 3. The Bears offense doesn't usually give Gould a ton of opportunities, but he's made the most of his chances so far this year. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen caught three passes for 40 yards in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: Olsen has now failed to find the end zone for consecutive weeks after catching touchdowns in three straight games. This brief drought can be partially blamed on Jay Cutler, who has just one touchdown against four interceptions over that span. Earl Bennett - #80 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 202lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Bennett caught just two passes for 29 yards in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: This was a poor game for Bennett, who usually sees a decent number of targets and has a respectable 25 catches on the season. Bennett has yet to find the end zone this year, however, and is the third best fantasy option in the Bears receiving corps behind Devin Hester and Johnny Knox. Johnny Knox - #13 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 180lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Knox had three catches for 44 yards in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: Knox is a speedy wideout who could eventually become a consistent downfield threat, but he has now gone five straight games without going for more than 45 yards receiving. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Peterson returned to action on Sunday after missing three weeks with a knee injury but did not receive any carries.
Impact: Peterson saw action on special teams but was held out of the running game. Once the team is more confident in his health, Peterson should fully return to action, but he won't see more than a handful of carries. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wolfe had five carries for 53 yards in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: Despite the return of Adrian Peterson, Wolfe was the only running back outside of Matt Forte who saw any carries Sunday. Wolfe is now averaging 5.5 yards per carry this season - including an impressive 36-yard scamper on Sunday - but he won't have any fantasy value unless Forte gets injured. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Forte had one of his best performances of the season Sunday against the Browns, rushing for 90 yards and two touchdowns on 26 carries.
Impact: Sunday marked the first time Forte reached the end zone since Week 4 and was exactly the kind of performance fantasy owners were looking for after he had rushed for just 47 yards over the last two weeks. Forte will have a tough time following up this bounce back performance next weekend, however, as the Bears face a Cardinals rushing defense that is allowing a league-best 67.5 yards per game. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester caught seven passes for 81 yards in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: Hester also had a 69-yard punt return for a touchdown in the fourth quarter but it was called back on a holding penalty. Hester has now caught at least six passes for 80 yards in three straight games and is turning into a consistent fantasy performer. The Bears passing game has another favorable matchup next weekend against a weak Cardinals secondary. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Cutler completed 17-of-30 passes for 225 yards and an interception in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: Cutler has at least 225 yards passing in each of his last three games, but has thrown just three touchdowns against six interceptions over that span. Cutler will have a chance to redeem himself next week against a Cardinals secondary that is ranked fourth worst in the league. Alex Brown - #96 - Defensive End - 6'3" - 260lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Brown had four tackles and a sack in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Impact: Brown is usually a lock for 40 to 50 tackles and about six or seven sacks. With 25 tackles and 3.5 sacks for the season so far, he is on pace to hit the same ranges yet again. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Impact: He could get an opportunity for some sacks if the Bears jump out to an early lead. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Peterson (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Impact: He'll see limited work while backing up starter Matt Forte. Danieal Manning - #38 - Safety - 5'11" - 201lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Manning (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Impact: Feel free to utilize Manning as an IDP on Sunday. Lance Briggs - #55 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 240lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Briggs (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Impact: He'll be available to try to shut down Jamal Lewis and the Browns' rushing attack. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Nov 1, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Impact: If you feel the need to deploy Harris as an IDP this week, he'll be available. Zack Bowman
Sat. Oct 31, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Bowman appeared on the injury report for the first time on Friday with a knee injury.
Impact: Bowman was limited in Friday's practice, but he is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Browns so he should be available. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Fri. Oct 30, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Cleveland, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Harris has been far from a reliable IDP this season, but he'll be available Sunday if you need him. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Fri. Oct 30, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Peterson (knee) is probable for Sunday's game against Cleveland, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Peterson has been out since hurting his knee in Week 4, but looks ready to return against the Browns. He'll get minimal carries behind Matt Forte. Danieal Manning - #38 - Safety - 5'11" - 201lbs
Fri. Oct 30, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Manning (foot) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Cleveland, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Manning has been a solid tackler this season. Feel free to deploy him as an IDP. Lance Briggs - #55 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 240lbs
Fri. Oct 30, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Briggs (shoulder) participated fully in practice Friday and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Cleveland, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Feel free to deploy Briggs, who has again been one of the most reliable fantasy linebackers this season. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Fri. Oct 30, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye (ankle) participated fully in practice Friday and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Cleveland, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Ogunleye doesn't get a ton of tackles, but he has 4.5 sacks and possesses value in deeper IDP leagues. He should be safe to roll with on Sunday. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Thu. Oct 29, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye (ankle) was limited at practice Thursday.
Impact: We'll see where Ogunleye lands on Friday's injury report, but it looks like he will be out there Sunday against the Browns. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Thu. Oct 29, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Peterson (knee) practiced fully Thursday.
Impact: That's good news for the Bears' RB depth, but this isn't a Steve Smith situation. Chicago's Adrian Peterson really is the "other" Adrian Peterson. Adewale Ogunleye - #93 - Defensive End - 6'4" - 260lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Ogunleye missed practice Wednesday with an ankle injury, Chicago Breaking Sports News reports.
Impact: Ogunleye already has 4.5 sacks this season after accumulating just five all of last year, but his tackle numbers are way down. Ogunleye's status for this Sunday's game against the Browns is unclear. We'll have a better sense after the team's Thursday practice. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris, who head coach Lovie Smith decided to rest for last Sunday's game, returned to practice on Wednesday, Chicago Breaking Sports News reports.
Impact: Harris is expected to play in this Sunday's game against the Browns. Danieal Manning - #38 - Safety - 5'11" - 201lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Manning (foot) was limited in practice Wednesday, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: Manning is fully expected to play Sunday against the Browns. His peripheral numbers don't jump off the page, but he's been a reliable source of tackles for fantasy owners. Lance Briggs - #55 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 240lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Briggs (shoulder) was limited in practice Wednesday, the Bears' official site reports.
Impact: As usual, Briggs has been a reliable fantasy performer this season. He's expected to be fine for Sunday's game against Cleveland. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Peterson returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since injuring his knee against the Lions in Week 4, Chicago Breaking Sports News reports.
Impact: Peterson was initially expected to be out about three weeks with an MCL strain, but he has already missed that much time. The fact that he returned to practice Wednesday is obviously a good sign, but head coach Lovie Smith expressed doubt that Peterson would be able to return for this Sunday's game against the Browns. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Coach Lovie Smith did not sound optimistic about Peterson's (knee) status for Sunday's contest against the Browns, although he did say the running back is progressing towards a return to the field, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: It has taken Peterson longer than originally expected to recover from his knee injury, and it looks like he won't be ready to go this Sunday against Cleveland. Odds are he won't be ready until the Bears face the Cardinals on November 8. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Head coach Lovie Smith confirmed on Monday that it was not Harris' knee that kept him out of Sunday's game, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: "There isn't anything wrong with Tommie," Smith said. "It was more a coach's decision as much as anything. I thought we had better options." Smith insinuated that Harris sat out to get rest and with an eye towards energizing him for the rest of the season. Harris is expected to play Sunday against Cleveland. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
STATS
News: The Bears suffered a 45-10 rout at Cincinnati on Sunday, but Hester finished with a career-high eight receptions and 101 yards. He also scored his team's only touchdown on a 5-yard catch in the fourth quarter.
Impact: After struggling at times in his initial conversion to receiver, Hester has been solid with 28 catches for 373 yards and three touchdowns. Over the last two weeks, he has 14 receptions for 184 yards. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
STATS
News: Forte and the Bears continued to struggle with their running in Sunday's 45-10 drubbing at Cincinnati. He finished with 24 yards on six carries.
Impact: After rushing for 1,238 yards as a rookie, Forte has 318 in six games this season and has scored one touchdown. He rushed for 121 yards and the only TD against Detroit on Oct. 4. He could rebound next week as the Bears host the woeful Cleveland Browns. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
STATS
News: Cutler's struggles continued in the Bears' ugly 45-10 loss in Cincinnati on Sunday. He completed 26 of 37 passes for 251 yards but threw three interceptions.
Impact: Cutler, who signed a two-year contract extension last week, is beginning to look like more of the same in the Bears' suspect history of quarterbacks, namely the inconsistent Rex Grossman. While he has at least one touchdown in all of his games this season, he's also thrown 10 interceptions to those 11 TDs, and five in the last two games. Cutler will need refining to keep from continuing his ups and downs. He could rebound next week as Chicago hosts woeful Cleveland. Greg Olsen - #82 - Tight End - 6'5" - 252lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Olsen caught four passes for 24 yards in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.
Impact: This was the first time in four games that Olsen failed to reach the end zone. He'll look to reach the promise land next weekend against a Browns defense that is allowing over 25 points and 240 yards passing per game. Johnny Knox - #13 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 180lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Knox had four catches for 42 yards in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.
Impact: The Bears fell behind 31-0 on Sunday and had to turn to the passing game early and often, but Devin Hester was the only Bears wideout who put up big numbers. Hester has emerged as Jay Cutler's top target with Knox and Earl Bennett fighting for the No. 2 spot. Earl Bennett - #80 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 202lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Bennett caught four passes for 48 yards in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.
Impact: The Bears fell behind 31-0 on Sunday and had to turn to the passing game early and often, but Devin Hester was the only Bears wideout who put up big numbers. Hester has emerged as Jay Cutler's top target with Bennett and Johnny Knox fighting for the No. 2 spot. Garrett Wolfe - #25 - Running back - 5'7" - 186lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wolfe had three carries for seven yards in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.
Impact: With Adrian Peterson missing Sunday's game with a knee injury, Wolfe served as the primary backup to Matt Forte. Peterson could return for next Sunday's game against the Browns, which would mean Wolfe would see a reduction in his already limited carries. Devin Hester - #23 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 189lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hester had eight catches for 101 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.
Impact: Hester lost a fumble, but otherwise his performance was the lone bright spot for the Bears, who got clobbered 45-10 by the Bengals. Hester has a favorable matchup next weekend against a Browns secondary that is allowing 244 yards per game. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris, who missed Sunday's game with what the team stated was a knee injury, said after the game that his knee was not the reason he missed the game, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Impact: Harris made it clear to reporters that his knee was not the reason he missed the game but refused to elaborate. This is a very odd situation since Harris did not practice any day last week and head coach Lovie Smith said Harris was dealing with soreness in his chronic left knee. There's obviously more to this situation which should unfold later this week. Lance Briggs - #55 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 240lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Briggs racked up 13 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.
Impact: The Bears got crushed 41-10 by the Bengals, but Briggs put together another solid outing. He leads the Bears with 46 tackles this season. Jay Cutler - #6 - Quarterback - 6'3" - 233lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Cutler completed 26-of-37 passes for 251 yards, a touchdown, and three interceptions in Sunday's 41-10 loss to the Bengals.
Impact: Cutler has now thrown five interceptions in his last two games and 10 on the season, which is tied for the second most in the league. Fortunately for Cutler owners, he faces a favorable matchup next weekend against a Cleveland secondary that is allowing over 240 yards passing per game and has just three picks all season. Matt Forte - #22 - Running back - 6'2" - 216lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Forte carried the ball just six times for 24 yards in Sunday's 45-10 loss at Cincinnati. Forte added four receptions for 25 yards.
Impact: Forte's lack of involvement on Sunday was pretty simple - the Bengals led 14-0 after the first quarter and 31-3 at halftime. Forte hasn't been as productive this season as expected, but he gets a free pass on Sunday due to the nature of the game. Forte will look to get back on track next weekend when the Bears face a Browns team that is allowing 170.6 rushing yards per game, second worst in the league. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Sun. Oct 25, 2009 |
STATS
News: Harris knows expectations are high for his return to the starting lineup Sunday at Soldier Field against Cleveland.
Impact: Harris sat out last Sunday's 45-10 loss to Cincinnati after missing an entire week of practice. At first, coach Lovie Smith tied the benching to a sore left knee, but afterward said he wanted to see Harris practice before playing. Harris received a $40 million contract extension after the 2007 season. He says he knows expectations are high, and that's what he gets paid for. Hunter Hillenmeyer - #92 - Linebacker - 6'4" - 238lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Hillenmeyer (rib) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Impact: His return will help shore up the Bears' linebacking corps against Cedric Benson and the Bengals. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Impact: Marcus Harrison should see extra time on the defensive line. Adrian Peterson - #29 - Running back - 5'10" - 210lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Peterson (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against Cincinnati.
Impact: Garrett Wolfe will back up Matt Forte against the Bengals. Tommie Harris - #91 - Defensive Tackle - 6'3" - 295lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Harris (knee) will reportedly be out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, NFL.com reports.
Impact: As a result, Marcus Harrison likely will start for the Bears this weekend. |
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