CHICAGO BEARS NEWS

Khalil Herbert - Set to lead backfield Herbert's teammate David Montgomery (ankle/knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's road game against the Giants.

Impact Herbert rumbled for 157 rushing yards and two TDs last week with Montgomery leaving early against the Texans, playing 60 percent of snaps on offense to Trestan Ebner's 24 percent. Herbert also did well last season over a four-game stretch when Montgomery was injured, averaging 19.5 carries for 86 yards and 0.25 TDs and 2.3 catches for 11.0 yards on 2.5 targets. That type of workload isn't out of the question Sunday, as the Bears have been the most run-heavy team in the NFL by nearly any metric, attempting 34 fewer passes than any other team. The concern for Herbert is that they haven't scored much, with his two TDs last week accounting for one-third of the team's scores this year. Even with concerns about the offensive environment around him, Herbert's running ability and volume projection makes him a top-20 RB play for Week 5.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cairo Santos - Questionable for Sunday Santos (personal) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at the Giants.

Impact Santos was absent from practice both Thursday and Friday due to a personal issue, leaving his status up in the air for Week 4. The Bears currently don't have a kicker on the practice squad, so adding one Saturday and elevating that player likely would be an indication Santos won't be available Sunday. Assuming he's active, though, he's attached to an offense that has afforded him just four field-goal attempts and six point-after tries in three games this season.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Quinn - Questionable due to illness Quinn (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Impact Quinn didn't practice Thursday due to an illness but returned Friday as a limited participant. The veteran defensive end is off to a slow start in 2022 -- he has only one sack through three games after posting 18.5 sacks last year -- but his potential absence would still be a huge blow to Chicago's defense. He'll have until Sunday to clear his current aliment, but a decision on his availability may not come until closer to Sunday's 1:00 PM ET kickoff.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylon Johnson - Won't play Sunday Johnson (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Impact Johnson will miss a second straight game due to a quadriceps injury. In his absence, Kindle Vildor should once again operate as a starter while Jaylon Jones takes over slot responsibilities in Chicago's secondary.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Griffin - Unlikely to play Sunday Griffin (Achilles) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Impact Griffin didn't practice Thursday or Friday after being limited Wednesday and is trending towards a second straight absence due to a lingering Achilles issue. If he's indeed ruled out, Trevon Wesco figures to see an increased role once again in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Roquan Smith - Will play at New York Smith (quadriceps) was a full participant at practice Friday and will play Sunday at the Giants, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith has played 100 percent of Chicago's defensive snaps through three games this season, and that doesn't figure to change much in Week 4 when the Bears take on a run-heavy Giants team. The do-it-all linebacker remains a top IDP option, and watching him meet Saquon Barkley between the tackles figures to be an entertaining plot point in an otherwise lackluster matchup.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Velus Jones Jr. - Week 4 debut likely Jones (hamstring) was a full practice participant Friday and has practiced every day this week, so the rookie third-round pick could be in line to make his NFL debut Sunday against...

Impact Jones has missed Chicago's first three games while recovering from a hamstring injury, but he could be ready to debut Week 4. He played alongside the starters in three-receiver sets during the preseason, but Jones may be brought along slowly in games that count, and Chicago has employed the most run-heavy offensive approach of any team in the early going, so fantasy managers are best served taking a wait-and-see approach with the rookie out of Tennessee.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

David Montgomery - Out this week Montgomery (ankle/knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Impact Montgomery hasn't practiced since his early exit from a Week 3 win over Houston. His departure set up a career-best showing from Khalil Herbert, who is inferior to Montgomery as a blocker and receiver but arguably superior as a pure runner. Trestan Ebner took over the backup role after Montgomery's departure last week, while Darrynton Evans could be called up from the practice squad before Sunday. Herbert figures to start and get the bulk of carries.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bears' defense refocuses on tackling to stop Giants' Barkley

After struggling initially with tackling, the Chicago Bears' run defense surfaced in the second half of Sunday's 23-20 win over Houston and is now looking to continue the success a...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears-Giants pits two of the bigger surprises early in 2022

First-year coaches Matt Eberflus in Chicago and Brian Daboll in New York have created unexpected excitement for the Bears and Giants early this season

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ryan Griffin - Trending backward Griffin (Achilles) was a non-participant in practice Thursday.

Impact Griffin was unable to suit up in Week 3, but he did log a limited practice Wednesday, suggesting he may be ready for a Week 4 return. However, Griffin's participation level went backward to a DNP on Thursday, leaving the veteran tight end's status in greater doubt. If he is unable to play Sunday against the Giants, Trevon Wesco will likely see increased opportunity once again.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Velus Jones Jr. - Stays limited in practice Jones (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The rookie wideout has now turned in four straight limited practices dating back to last week, but he might need to put in a full session Friday to avoid taking an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Giants. Even if he remains limited Friday, Jones could still have a shot at making his NFL debut this weekend, though he likely wouldn't hold a prominent role on offense right away. The rookie is expected to make his initial impact on special teams as a return man.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

David Montgomery - Sidelined for another practice Montgomery (ankle/knee) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Sidelined for the second practice in a row, Montgomery is looking uncertain to play in Sunday's game against the Giants while he manages the two lower-body injuries. Unless Montgomery is able to get in some on-field work Friday, he'll likely sit out the Week 4 contest, which would pave the way for Khalil Herbert to take on a workhorse role out of the Chicago backfield.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giants and Bears are among the top surprises early in 2022

The New York Giants and Chicago Bears have been two of the biggest surprises early in the 2022 season

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dolphins, Eagles top Nick Wright's NFL tiers entering Week 4

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

How sharp bettors are playing Chiefs-Bucs, Bills-Ravens, gambling nuggets

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

NFL teams use new rights to jockey for fans, revenue in UK

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaylon Johnson - Doesn't practice Wednesday Johnson (quadriceps) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Johnson was ruled out for Week 3 after landing on the injury report last Thursday with a quadriceps issue. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but it's concerning to see him still sidelined Wednesday. If he's ultimately ruled out for a second straight game, Kindle Vildor should continue seeing an increased workload in Johnson's absence.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Roquan Smith - Dealing with quad injury Smith was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury.

Impact Smith was dominant during the Bears' Week 2 win over the Texans, recording 16 tackles and an interception, but he presumably picked up a quadriceps injury as well. The extent of the issue remains unclear, but his participation at practice Thursday and Friday should provide further clarity on his status for Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Griffin - Listed as limited participant Griffin (Achilles) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday.

Impact Griffin presumably picked up the Achilles issue during the team's Week 2 loss to the Packers and didn't practice at all before being ruled out ahead of Week 3. His return to practice is encouraging, but he likely still has a few more hurdles to clear before he's ready to return to game action.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Velus Jones Jr. - Another limited practice Jones (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Impact A rookie third-round pick, Jones has yet to make his pro debut due to a hamstring injury. He told Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com on Wednesday that he "definitely had a setback" during his recovery, but he felt "really good today." Jones likely is referencing a limited practice to begin Week 2 prep, after which he didn't get back on the field for more than a week. He's now logged three consecutive capped sessions dating back to last Thursday, which indicates he may be trending toward his first appearance of the season Sunday at the Giants.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

David Montgomery - DNP on Wednesday Montgomery (ankle/knee) didn't take part in practice Wednesday.

Impact Montgomery exited this past Sunday's win against the Texans in the first half, leaving him with a paltry three carries for 11 yards and no targets. Afterward, coach Matt Eberflus termed Montgomery "day-to-day," and he repeated those exact words Wednesday, according to Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic. Montgomery will have two more sessions to make an appearance this week before the Bears potentially give him a designation for Sunday's contest at the Giants. If Montgomery is limited or sidelined this weekend, Khalil Herbert again will get work in the Chicago backfield, which amounted to 22 touches for 169 yards from scrimmage and two rushing TDs in Week 3 in place of Montgomery.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

FOX Bet Super 6: NFL Challenge back with $1,000,000 prize for Week 4

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Giants' Daniel Jones showing signs of being a No. 1 QB

Quarterback Daniel Jones entered 2022, knowing that if he was going to get a new contract from the New York Giants, he had to play well

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL odds Week 4: How to bet Bears-Giants

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2022