The Chicago Bears are "optimistic" that wide receivers Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery will play on Monday against the New York Jets, according to Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune. The two will likely play barring any "surprise setbacks," according to the report. Marshall and Jeffery were listed as questionable with ankle and hamstring injuries, respectively.
Bears ‘optimistic’ about Alshon Jeffery, Brandon Marshall for Monday; fantasy value solid for both
Alshon Jeffery and Brandon Marshall are both questionable, but the Bears are reportedly “optimistic” about their chances of playing. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Both receivers were on the injury report prior to the team's Week 2 game against the San Francisco 49ers as well, and both wound up playing. They played well, too, putting up eight catches for 95 yards and three touchdowns between the two of them. Marshall and Jeffery are now expected to play against the Jets.
Fantasy Impact: The Bears have to be riding high after the comeback victory over the 49ers. Marshall had a great game against the 49ers and will be eyeing another against the Jets. The yards will be hard-fought as the New York secondary has performed well to this point, but the stats are skewed slightly by the fact that the Jets played the Oakland Raiders in Week 1. Fantasy owners should start both with confidence at this point.
