Chicago Bears: 5 players set to breakout in 2019
2. Eddie Jackson
Jackson broke out to be a star last season. Could he get into the defensive player of the year conversations, or at least All-Pro consideration this year? Why not. He started to become a name last season.
Now, he can take advantage to become a star who is known across the NFL. The change from Vic Fangio to Chuck Pagano should mean a more aggressive, attacking defense. It could mean leaving Jackson on an island more.
It also could mean Jackson freelancing more. The Bears are going to blitz to drum up pressure. Quarterbacks are going to react. Jackson is going to react off of them to make plays down the field.
He can rob quick passes if he sees the quarterback check down, and can leave just enough room for the quarterback to test him deep down the field. Look for teams to try big plays due to a more attacking defense.
This could easily lead to more big plays from Jackson, who has a chance to be named the best free safety in the NFL next year.