MAY 8 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Should Falcons Pursue Free Agent DL Akiem Hicks? The former Chicago Bears star makes sense in many ways for Atlanta.
Drew Rosenhaus: Dolphins have had discussions about Carlos Dunlap, Akiem Hicks Both free agents could help make this defense even better.
MAY 2 • USATODAY.COM
Justin Fields and the Bears are learning the Eberflus way
Since Matt Eberflus took over as coach of the Chicago Bears, second-year quarterback Justin Fields and his teammates are adjusting to a new way of doing thingsAPRIL 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cowboys 'Projected' to Sign Bears Pro Bowl DT Akiem Hicks Hicks only played nine games for the Bears last season, but the “disruptive” characterization sort of fits.
MARCH 27 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
With new GM, coach, Bears focus on getting most from Fields
The Chicago Bears opted to make sweeping changes after missing the playoffs for the ninth time in 11 yearsMARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chicago Bears Hold 'Em or Fold 'Em: DE Akiem Hicks What should the Chicago Bears do with DE Akiem Hicks, who's set to hit free agency this offseason after spending six seasons with the team?
FEBRUARY 24 • 247SPORTS.COM
Chargers free agency preview: Akiem Hicks, Von Miller among 31 external options L.A. could target From the defensive line to cornerback to receiver, the Chargers have plenty of holes to fill, and here are 31 candidates to fill 'em.
FEBRUARY 21 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Vikings beat Bears 31-17; futures uncertain for Nagy, Zimmer
Kirk Cousins passed for 172 yards and three touchdowns in the second half to lead a Minnesota Vikings comeback to beat the Chicago Bears 31-17JANUARY 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kevin Fishbain: No surprises for the final list of Bears... - The Athletic No surprises for the final list of Bears inactives of the season: Akiem Hicks (who was ruled out Friday), Lachavious Simmons, Elijah Wilkins...
JANUARY 9 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Out for season finale Hicks (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings.
Impact Hicks was unable to practice this week after suffering the ankle injury during last weekend's loss to the Vikings. He'll finish the 2021 campaign with 25 tackles (19 solo) and 3.5 sacks in nine games.
JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Kevin Fishbain: Last Bears injury report of the season… Out:... - The Athletic Last Bears injury report of the season… Out: Akiem Hicks Questionable: Robert Quinn, Eddie Goldman, Duke Shelley
JANUARY 7 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Vikings host Bears with no playoff stakes, coach uncertainty
The Minnesota Vikings host the Chicago Bears to finish the seasonJANUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unavailable for practice Hicks (ankle) was unavailable for Wednesday's practice.
Impact The defensive tackle did not practice Wednesday while nursing an ankle injury, causing him to be placed on the injury report. Hicks returned to the lineup in Week 17 after missing the prior week while on the COVID list, making two tackles. His availability to play Sunday will become clearer as the week goes on.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Sunday Hicks (conditioning) is active for Sunday against the Giants.
Impact Hicks was unable to practice early in the week after exiting COVID protocols. He was able to get in a limited practice Friday, and it's been determined he feels good enough to play Sunday against the Giants.
JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable Hicks (conditioning) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Impact Hicks missed the first two days of practice this week since he was on the reserve/COVID-19 list, but he returned to the practice field in a limited capacity Friday. If he's unable to play Sunday against the Giants, Angelo Blackson would likely take on a starting role.
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Roster Move: Bears remove Hicks from COVID list The Bears on Friday removed veteran defensive tackle Akiem Hicks from the reserve/COVID-19 list. Hicks has started all eight games he’s play...
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM
Removed from COVID-19 list Hicks (undisclosed) was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
Impact Hicks returned from a four-game absence due to an ankle injury to register two sacks against the Vikings in Week 15. However, the veteran defensive end was sidelined the following week due to the NFL's COVID-19 protocols. He will look to get back on track against the Giants in Week 17.
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Adam Jahns: The Bears have removed defensive lineman Akiem... - The Athletic The Bears have removed defensive lineman Akiem Hicks from the reserve/COVID-19 list.
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Bears, Giants looking toward future late in difficult season
The Chicago Bears and New York Giants come into Sunday's game at Soldier Field with their sights set on a stronger finish as a difficult season nears its endDECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bears' Nagy assumes decision on his fate comes after season
Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy is operating under the assumption he'll finish the season out before decisions are made by ownership on his futureDECEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Placed in COVID protocol Hicks (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.
Impact It's not clear whether or not Hicks tested positive for the virus. He'll have a tight window to test out of COVID-19 protocols before the Bears play in Seattle on Sunday. Losing the behemoth would be a devastating blow to Chicago's defensve line, as Hicks has 3.5 sacks in eight games this season, including two in last week's loss to Minnesota.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Key Bears players search for meaning in 4-10 season
The Bears are trying to find meaning in their final three games and for young players such as Justin Fields and Darnell Mooney it's easyDECEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Adam Jahns: The Bears have placed defensive lineman Akiem... - The Athletic The Bears have placed defensive lineman Akiem Hicks on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
With playoff hopes nearly dashed, Seahawks host Bears
The Seattle Seahawks have only the slightest glimmer of playoff hopes remaining going into their matchup with the Chicago BearsDECEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Film review: Rams pressure a danger to Vikings after Akiem Hicks, Bears demolish offensive line Led by Akiem Hicks, only a part-time player in Monday's game, the Bears sacked Kirk Cousins four times and held him to a career-low in passi...
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
