Bears, Robinson, Colts, Kareem, Van, Seahawks

Jets trade for a running back + details on the Colts new starting QB  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ October 25, 2022 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: Stathead [Run Your Pool](  Bears [Justin Fields] MNF: Bears dominate Patriots 33-14 Physical: The Bears entered the game as an 8.5-point underdog but were able to push the Patriots around from start to finish. - Chicago totaled 243 rushing yards on 45 attempts and converted 11-of-18 third downs. Turning Point? Justin Fields accounted for 261 total yards (179 passing, 82 rushing) and 2 touchdowns. He played with the confidence and composure of a franchise quarterback. Defensive Stars: Roquan Smith led the Bears in tackles (8) and finished the game with a sack and an interception. Two rookie defensive backs — Jaquan Brisker and Kyler Gordon — had interceptions of their own. QB Controversy: Mac Jones started the game for the Patriots but was benched for Bailey Zappe after a rough first quarter — Jones completed 3-of-6 passes for 13 yards and an interception before getting pulled. - Zappe proceeded to lead two impressive scoring drives but fell apart in the second half. - Bill Belichick declined to name a starter after the game. No Run Game: The Patriots only managed 70 rushing yards last night. Damien Harris drew the start but only touched the ball four times. Next Up: The Bears (3-4) visit the Cowboys (5-2). The Patriots (3-4) visit the Jets (5-2). Image: Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire Robinson [James Robinson] Jaguars trade RB James Robinson to the Jets Details: The Jets are [giving]( the Jaguars a conditional 2023 sixth-round pick. - The pick will become a fifth-rounder if Robinson rushes for 600 yards this season. Reinforcement: Robinson will help replace Breece Hall, who sustained a season-ending ACL tear this past Sunday. Profile: Robinson has rushed for 340 yards and 3 touchdowns on 81 carries this season (4.2 ypc). He totaled 1,414 scrimmage yards and 10 touchdowns as an undrafted rookie in 2019. - Robinson was recently surpassed on the depth chart by Travis Etienne Jr. JAX Impact: With Robinson out of the picture, Etienne will take on an even larger role. His backups are JaMycal Hasty and fifth-round rookie Snoop Conner. Image: David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire Colts [Sam Ehlinger] Colts bench Matt Ryan, Sam Ehlinger to take as over starter Details: The decision to bench Ryan in favor of Ehlinger appears to have come [directly]( from owner Jim Irsay. Bust: Ryan’s tenure in Indianapolis has been a disaster — the 37-year-old leads the NFL in interceptions (9) and fumbles (11). - The Colts (3-3-1) rank 29th in points per game (16.1) Ehlinger: Ehlinger will start for the remainder of the season. The 2021 sixth-rounder has never thrown a regular season pass — but has looked fantastic in preseason action. - Ehlinger completed 24-of-29 passes for 289 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions across three 2022 preseason appearances. Mobility: The Colts hope Ehlinger’s mobility will mitigate substantial passing blocking issues along the offensive line. Backup: Nick Foles will serve as Ehlinger’s backup while Ryan rests a shoulder injury. First Test: Ehlinger will make his first career start against the Commanders on Sunday. Image: Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire Kareem [Kareem Hunt] The Browns have reportedly placed Kareem Hunt on the trade block Details: The [report]( comes from Browns beat reporter Brad Stainbrook and has been echoed by other local reporters. Usage: Hunt, who requested a trade over the summer, has only touched the ball 10 times over the past two games. - The minimal usage could be an effort to keep him healthy ahead of the Nov. 1 trade deadline. Why Trade Him? The Browns are struggling this season (2-5 record) and would likely welcome draft pick compensation for Hunt — who is all but certain to walk in free agency after the season. Potential Fits: The Rams, Eagles, Bills, and Broncos considered trading for Christian McCaffery last week and could show interest in Hunt. The Falcons, Giants, and Cardinals need depth at the position and could be in play as well. Greedy: The Browns are also listening to offers on cornerback Greedy Williams, a 2019 second-rounder with 20 career starts under his belt. Image: Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire Van [Van Jefferson] Rams designate WR Van Jefferson for return from IR Details: Jefferson is expected to [play]( this upcoming Sunday against the 49ers. Profile: The 26-year-old, who is working his way back from training camp knee surgery, caught 50-of-89 targets (56.2% catch rate) for 802 yards and 6 touchdowns last season. He excelled as a deep threat, catching 12 passes of 20+ yards and 4 passes of 40+ yards. WR2? It’s possible Jefferson passes Allen Robinson on the depth chart and becomes Matthew Stafford’s second option behind Cooper Kupp. - Robinson has struggled to connect with Stafford this season — he’s only grabbed 17-of-29 targets (58.6% catch rate) for 170 yards and 2 touchdowns. More Rams News... - Last week, the Rams [offered]( Cam Akers, a 2023 second-rounder, a 2023 third-rounder, a 2024 fourth-rounder, and a 2024 fifth-rounder to the Panthers in a failed bid to acquire Christian McCaffrey (per Dov Kleiman). - Starting C Brian Allen (knee) also has a chance to return this week. Image: Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire Seahawks [Charles Cross] The Seahawks’ 2022 draft class has already produced six starters Details: Seattle’s most recent draft class has produced two starting offensive tackles (Charles Cross, Abe Lucas), a starting running back (Ken Walker), two starting cornerbacks (Tariq Woolen, Coby Bryant), and a starting outside linebacker (Boye Mafe). - All six rookie starters have a lot to do with the Seahawks' first-place position in the NFC West. Cross/Lucas: Cross, the ninth overall pick of the draft, has earned a respectable 60.0 PFF grade at left tackle this season. Lucas, a third-round pick, has earned a slightly better 65.9 grade at right tackle. Walker: Walker, a second-rounder, has rushed for 411 yards and 4 touchdowns on just 67 carries (6.1 ypc). He’s been one of the most productive backs in the league over the past two weeks. Woolen/Bryant: Woolen, a fifth-round pick, is tied for the league lead in interceptions. While Bryant, fourth-round, leads the league in forced fumbles. Mafe: Mafe, another second-rounder, has earned a decent 61.7 PFF grade. Image: Ken Murray/Icon Sportswire More News - [49ers]( WR Deebo Samuel is day-to-day with a hamstring injury - [49ers]( FB Kyle Juszczyk (broken finger) will miss Week 8 - [Giants]( RT Evan Neal (MCL) will miss 3-4 weeks - [Chargers]( WR Mike Williams (high ankle sprain) will miss multiple weeks - [Jets]( WR Elijah Moore has returned to the team - [Jets]( RT Alijah Vera-Tucker (triceps) will miss the remainder of the season - [Giants]( TE Daniel Bellinger will need surgery to repair a fractured eye socket - [Panthers]( QB PJ Walker will start this week against the Falcons - [Browns]( TE David Njoku (high ankle sprain) will miss 2-5 weeks - [Seahawks]( WR DK Metcalf will not need knee surgery Together with Stathead Question of the Day Which RB had the most Week 7 fantasy points? - Aaron Jones - Austin Ekeler - Eno Benjamin - Travis Etienne Unlock the Pro Football Reference database with Stathead Football. 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