Chicago Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery is apparently going to get a chance to make an impact quickly this season. CSN Chicago says the rookie from South Carolina is the third receiver for the Bears heading into the season-opener but is on track to be starting by the middle of the season. Chicago faces the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1.
Alshon Jeffery Could Start For Bears By Midseason; Fantasy Value On The Rise
Chicago Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery is reportedly on track to be a starter by midseason. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Fantasy Impact: Jeffery was drafted to help improve the team's passing game so it would make sense for the Bears to use him more and more as the season goes along. Brandon Marshall still figures to get the most targets among Chicago receivers considering the history he has with Jay Cutler. Fantasy owners, if they are allowed a deep bench, may want to stash Jeffery away and see how often he is used.
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