Five Chicago Bears who performed despite the loss

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CHICAGO, IL – SEPTEMBER 17: Akiem Hicks #96 of the Chicago Bears participates in warm-ups before a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field on September 17, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Seahawks 24-17. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) /

Akiem Hicks

It is worth noting that the Philadelphia Eagles ran for 43 yards on 23 attempts. Akiem Hicks was an absolute monster in this game from start to finish. He consistently blew plays up in the backfield and forced runs away from him. Hicks finished the game with four tackles, one for loss.

Between Hicks and Eddie Goldman, the Eagles were not able to run the football up the middle. It forced them to bounce runs outside where Khalil Mack and the linebackers were able to make enough plays.

Eddie Goldman gets an honorable mention as well, but the elite run defense started and finished with Akiem Hicks. Hicks has been cut by multiple teams and has been snubbed for many nominations and considerations for awards due to his position.

Everyone is going to take blame for this loss, but Akiem Hicks deserves credit for the way that he played in the game. He stepped his play up for the postseason.

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