Jeffery Simmons made an immediate impact for the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football.
aks chamThe Chicago Bears showed they are over their early-season hiccup, winning a third successive game. This one was a real statement, defeating the reigning champions Seattle Seahawks.
Caleb Williams was impressive in the 34-17 win, throwing 247 yards and a touchdown, while running back DeAndre Swift went off for three touchdowns.
But the real story was Jeffery Simmons, the defensive tackle acquired in a recent trade with the Tennessee Titans.
Simmons helped the defensive unit record three sacks on Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, and his teammates are loving his addition.
DE Daniel Hardy explained the impact that Simmons has had already, commenting: “Phenomenal player. Really charged up the locker room. Definitely boosted up the DL.
“He took a ton of reps tonight and made them all count. You gotta account for him. Give him a 1-on-1, it’s not gonna end well.
“He frees stuff up for everybody just because he draws so much attention to him. So appreciate it, and we’re all happy with the production.”
His words were echoed by linebacker TJ Edwards, who said that Simmons is making everybody’s jo...