KHALIL HERBERT NEWS

All eyes are on rookie Khalil Herbert after Bears place running back Damien Williams on reserve/COVID-19 list CHICAGO — On the first handoff he took from quarterback Justin Fields last Sunday, Khalil Herbert broke to his left, darted around a big Jas...

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • SACBEE.COM

All eyes are on rookie Khalil Herbert after the Chicago Bears place running back Damien Williams on the reserve/COVID-19 list: 'Every day I come in here, I've got to be ready to go' Depending on Damien Williams' status for Sunday after a positive COVID-19 test, the Chicago Bears could need even more from rookie running b...

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Damien Williams Update Boosts Khalil Herbert Fantasy Outlook in Week 6 The latest COVID-19 update for Chicago Bears running back Damien Williams boosts Khalil Herbert's fantasy outlook ahead of Week 6.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

Likely No. 1 back for Week 6 Herbert is the leading candidate to serve as Chicago's lead back Sunday against the Packers after the Bears placed Damien Williams (foot/knee) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday...

Impact The Bears haven't indicated whether Williams tested positive for the virus, but he'll likely face an uphill battle to clear all of the NFL's health and safety protocols with less than 72 hours to go before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. After David Montgomery (knee) was placed on injured reserve ahead of the Week 5 win over the Raiders, Williams drew the start, but Herbert saw a surprising level of involvement in the No. 2 role. Herbert played 52 percent of the offensive snaps in the win, finishing with 75 yards on 18 carries. He didn't draw any targets last week and wasn't much of a pass catcher in college, so Herbert may cede third-down duties to Ryan Nall, or potentially another running back who has yet to be added to the roster. Regardless, the prospect of Herbert likely handling the lead role on the ground should be reason enough to scoop him up off the waiver wire in deeper leagues where he's available.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Khalil Herbert: Media availability ' Press Conference Bears rookie RB Khalil Herbert meets with the media Thursday at Halas Hall.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Peter Schrager's Cheat Sheet: Lamar Jackson proves he belongs in 'best QB' conversation

Lamar Jackson quiets critics, the Bills clear a hurdle and Davante Adams proves he's still great, Peter Schrager writes.

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Bears defense, running attack back up Justin Fields

Justin Fields continues to try to learn the ropes as the Chicago Bears starting quarterback and it never hurts to have someone to lean on while this process continues

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leads team in rushing Herbert rushed 18 times for 75 yards in the Bears' 20-9 win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Impact Although Damien Williams drew the start, Herbert was involved in the rushing attack early, and as the Bears played with a lead in the second half, he dominated touches as the team closed out the contest. He also had carries in the red zone but failed to cash in, and Damien Williams punched in the only rushing score the team had. Given the amount of work Herbert was given, he may be useful in fantasy lineups while David Montgomery (knee) misses time.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Khalil Herbert: 'I'm ready to help my team out and make plays' ' Press Conference Running back Khalil Herbert addresses the media prior to Wednesday's practice at Halas Hall.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Opportunity may await Herbert could be in line to start if David Montgomery (knee) and Damien Williams (thigh) are unable to suit up,

Impact At this time, Montgomery seems like a long shot to play, and Williams has a thigh bruise, which seems unlikely to keep him out, but more clarity will emerge as the Bears conduct this week's practices. Herbert was selected in the sixth round of this year's draft and was impressive when used with the second-string offense in the preseason, though it's difficult to gauge his potential production should he be thrust into the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Montgomery's knee injury means uncertainty for Bears offense

The Chicago Bears' offense started to click for the first time this season when David Montgomery's 106 rushing yards opened up the way for the downfield passing of Justin Fields to...

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Receives three carries Herbert rushed three times for seven yards in the Bears' 24-14 win over the Lions on Sunday.

Impact With David Montgomery leaving the game with a knee injury, Herbert was given rushing attempts late in the fourth quarter of a double-digit Chicago victory. Should Montgomery miss time, Herbert would likely be Damien Williams' backup, which could lead to him seeing weekly touches.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draft Gallery: Khalil Herbert With the 217th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, the Bears select Virginia Tech RB Khalil Herbert.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

NFLN: Revisiting Khalil Herbert's college highlights Watch a breakdown of sixth-round pick Khalil Herbert's college highlights and find out why "Juice" could become a fruitful pick for the Bear...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Pick announcement: Bears select Khalil Herbert Bears director of player personnel Josh Lucas announces Chicago's selection of Virginia Tech Hokies running back Khalil Herbert in Round 6 o...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Kansas starting RB Velton Gardner enters transfer portal

Kansas running back Velton Gardner, who led the Jayhawks in rushing last season, has entered the transfer portal

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes final roster Herbert is part of Chicago's three-player backfield to start the regular season according to the Bears' official website.

Impact After an impressive preseason, Herbert enters the season as the No. 3 running back behind David Montgomery and Damien Williams while the team will be without Tarik Cohen (knee) for at least the first six weeks of the season due to his placement on the PUP list. Although Herbert is on the roster, he may not see many touches unless one of the other backs ahead of him misses time.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Preseason: Top moments from Saturday's 10-game lineup

Justin Fields, Zach Wilson and others took the field for Saturday's action-packed preseason slate. Here are the top moments!

AUGUST 22, 2021

Finds end zone Herbert rushed three times for 15 yards and a touchdown while adding a three-yard reception in the Bears' 41-15 preseason loss to the Bills on Saturday.

Impact Herbert played with the second-team offense in the second half, and he took advantage of the mobility of Justin Fields, as the quarterback had the defense leaning in the wrong direction when Herbert converted a 13-yard touchdown run. While Tarik Cohen (knee) continues to miss time, Herbert seems to be tightening his grip on the No. 3 role in the Chicago backfield.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech looks for success and a return to normalcy

Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente hopes the Hokies can return to normal — both pre- and post-pandemic standards

AUGUST 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rookie Khalil Herbert taking advantage of opportunity in training camp Former Virginia Tech standout Khalil Herbert is making a name for himself early in Chicago Bears training camp.

AUGUST 18, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Bear Necessities: Khalil Herbert has caught Matt Nagy's attention Bears rookie RB Khalil Herbert has been a standout player this summer, and he’s certainly impressed Matt Nagy.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Bears camp notes: Andy Dalton, Justin Fields have subpar days; RB Khalil Herbert praised; injury list remains long The top two Bears QBs exchanged interceptions Monday as key players such as Teven Jenkins and Roquan Smith remain sidelined with injuries.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Shines in NFL debut Herbert is having a strong camp, and he's currently third on the Bears' depth chart, Adam Jahns of The Athletic reports.

Impact Of course, Tarik Cohen is sidelined as he recovers from his knee injury, so Herbert could quickly fall to fourth on the depth chart, but there's no guarantee that Cohen makes it back in the near future. Hence, Herbert could retain his current spot. In 23 offensive snaps in the preseason opener, Herbert had six carries for 38 yards and three receptions for another 11 yards, and he was successful in the two-minute drill by catching a pair of passes and getting out of bounds. Although he'll need to continue climbing the depth chart to see consistent work in the regular season, Herbert is also serving as the starting kick returner, which may give him added value in leagues that award points for return yardage.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in pro debut Herbert had six carries for 38 yards and three catches for 11 yards in Saturday's 20-13 preseason win over Miami.

Impact The rookie sixth-round pick was the third running back through the rotation, behind only David Montgomery (who left after one snap) and Damien Williams. Herbert took advantage, and he was the primary running back during a mid-game stretch where rookie QB Justin Fields led the Bears to 17 points in a span of three drives. The roster numbers for Herbert are still tough if Tarik Cohen (knee) ever makes it back from the PUP list, but so far the rookie is doing his part to convince the team to keep four tailbacks even after Cohen returns.

AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE