- Chicago Bears interior defender Akiem Hicks was all over the field Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons shortly after signing a contract extension with the team.
- Hicks earned a game grade of 84.6, the highest on the Bears and third-highest in a game with players like Julio Jones and Jordan Howard.
- The Bears disruptive defender had three run-defense stops and three total pressures, including two sacks in the regular-season opener.
Hicks looks worth extension in Week 1

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 10: Akiem Hicks #96 of the Chicago Bears celebrate after tackling quarterback Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons in the third quarter at Soldier Field on September 10, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
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