Chicago Bears DVOA, Stats, & NFL Rankings

Chicago Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen is eager to build on the momentum he gained in London this Sunday against a mediocre Washington Commanders secondary. Allen had his best performance as a Bear in his last outing, catching two touchdowns during a rout of Jacksonville. Although predicting which Bears playmakers will shine each week is challenging, it's encouraging to see Allen thrive after starting the season injured. With an extra week of rest from the bye, he should be closer to his peak form against Washington. While it might be unrealistic to expect two touchdowns every week, Allen has the potential for big games against teams that struggle against slot receivers, and Washington fits that bill. Start Allen as a WR3/Flex option, especially if Jayden Daniels plays, as that could lead to a higher-scoring game.

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore is a strong WR2 option this week against the struggling Washington Commanders secondary, where he has enjoyed considerable success. Last season, Moore had one of the best games of his career against the Commanders, racking up 230 yards and three touchdowns. He'll aim to replicate that performance this year with an improved quarterback and a more potent overall offense. However, the Commanders' defense has shown improvement under new head coach Dan Quinn, significantly reducing explosive plays, which Moore exploited multiple times in his standout game last season. With rookie quarterback Caleb Williams throwing him the ball, the matchup might not matter at all. Start Moore confidently this week and hope he can recreate his historic performance from last year.

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift is a solid borderline RB2 for Sunday's matchup against the Washington Commanders, which offers a favorable matchup for him. Before the Bears' bye week, Swift was on a roll, rushing for at least 70 yards in his last three games. Facing an average Washington run defense, he should be able to maintain that momentum, if not exceed it. The Commanders have struggled against solid rushing attacks this season, allowing 5.2 yards per carry to running backs. With Jayden Daniels likely sidelined, the Bears should be able to take the lead and rely on their running game to secure a victory. After an extra week to work on their offensive line and running game during the bye, expect a big performance from Swift this Sunday.

This Sunday, Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams is a strong fantasy option as he takes on the Washington Commanders. The former USC Trojans standout returns to his hometown of Washington D.C. with the Bears following a bye week. This will be Williams' first NFL game in the city, where he attended Gonzaga College High School before playing at Oklahoma and USC. He'll also be going up against his former offensive coach, Kliff Kingsbury, who now runs the offense for Washington. Although the matchup was anticipated to showcase the top two picks of the 2024 NFL draft, Jayden Daniels' (ribs) availability is uncertain due to a rib injury suffered in Week 7. While a showdown between the top picks would be exciting for NFL fans, Williams' matchup against the Commanders' defense will excite fantasy managers, even as they've improved recently. Although defensive-minded head coach Dan Quinn may have some tricks up his sleeve for the rookie, this matchup is too enticing to pass up for starting the Bears' signal caller.

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet had a standout performance against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 6, recording five receptions for 70 yards and two touchdowns. Both of his touchdowns came in the first half, providing the Bears' offense with crucial momentum that carried into the second half. Kmet showcased his strength on his first touchdown, powering through a defender en route to the end zone. His second touchdown featured a perfectly executed route in the red zone just before halftime. Additionally, Kmet stepped up as the team's emergency long snapper after Scott Daly injured his knee in the first quarter. The Bears will enjoy a bye week next week before taking on the Commanders in Week 8.