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FEBRUARY 23 • THEATHLETIC.COM
COLE KMET
#85 - TIGHT END - CHICAGO BEARS
243 YDS
28 REC
2 TD
Bears roster tiers: Who are the building blocks? Who's on the bubble? Organizing the roster into tiers, from foundational pieces (Roquan Smith, Cole Kmet) to players on the bubble to those likely gone.
Chicago Bears 2020 Rookie Review: TE Cole Kmet We break down the rookie season for tight end Cole Kmet who was selected in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears.
FEBRUARY 20 • 247SPORTS.COM
Bromance alert: Jimmy Graham and Cole Kmet can't stop gushing about each other Bears tight ends Jimmy Graham and Cole Kmet had nothing but praise for each other. You could say the pair are sparking quite the bromance.
FEBRUARY 6 • USATODAY.COM
Bears TE grades: Jimmy Graham, Cole Kmet proved to be upgrades As we continue our 2020 Bears grades, we’re continuing with a position that was the talk of last offseason, tight end.
JANUARY 22 • USATODAY.COM
Chalk Talk: Why did Kmet draw 15-yard penalty? Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses why Cole Kmet was penalized against the Saints, why the Bears ran the ball late in the first half and wh...
JANUARY 11 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM
Drop, ejection and penalties sink Bears in playoff loss A drop in the end zone by Chicago receiver Javon Wims was just one of many mistakes that cost the Bears a chance to stay with New Orleans in a playoff opening loss
JANUARY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Quiet in playoff debut Kmet caught three passes for 16 yards in Chicago's 21-9 loss to the Saints in the wild-card round.
Impact Kmet had all three of his receptions in the first half and wasn't heard from afterwards in a game the Bears were dominated in time of possession, resulting in limited opportunities. After being an afterthought in the offense through the first 12 games of the season, he was targeted at least six times in four of the last five regular-season games, ending the season with 29 receptions for 243 yards and two touchdowns. He'll enter 2021 in the second year of a four-year contract, and he'll likely be an emerging fantasy force as the team's lead tight end who's expected to play a three-down role.
JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Targeted eight times in defeat Kmet caught seven passes for 41 yards in the Bears' 35-16 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Impact Kmet was third on the team with eight targets, and he was an important part of a ball-control attack designed to keep the Packers offense off the field. After being an afterthought in the offense through the first 12 games of the season, he was targeted at least six times in four of the last five games, ending the season with 29 receptions for 243 yards and two touchdowns. After the Bears complete their playoff run, he'll enter the second of a four-year contract, and he'll likely be an emerging fantasy force as the team's lead tight end.
JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Ready for regular-season finale Kmet (shoulder) is active for Sunday's matchup against Green Bay.
Impact The rookie tight end gets the green light for Chicago's Week 17 matchup, as the Bears aim to clinch a second playoff trip in three years with a win over their division rivals. Kmet didn't have any reported issues coming out of last Sunday's win over the Jaguars, but he was labeled questionable for the regular-season finale after submitting limited practices Thursday and Friday. Officially active for his 16th appearance of the year, Kmet enters the regular-season finale with a stat line of 21 receptions, 202 yards and two TDs.
JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Week 17 Kmet (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers.
Impact Kmet was a full practice participant Wednesday before logging limited sessions Thursday and Friday. He's played at least 78 percent of offensive snaps in five straight games, and there hasn't been any suggestion he's in serious danger of missing Sunday's all-important contest. The increased playing time hasn't resulted in much production, with Kmet averaging 2.8 catches for 23.2 yards and 0.2 TDs on 5.0 targets the past five weeks.
JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to limited Kmet (shoulder) was held to limited participation during Thursday's practice session.
Impact The second-round rookie hasn't missed a game all season, and his Thursday appearance on the injury report was notable given that he submitted a full session the day prior. There have been no reported shoulder issues to this point in the season for Kmet, though he did deal with back and groin injuries that curtailed his practice involvement in October and November. Kmet's Friday status may go a long way toward clarifying the tight end's availability for a crucial Sunday afternoon home game against Green Bay.
DECEMBER 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Cole Kmet showing growth in this area with Chicago Bears The Chicago Bears are starting to get more out of Cole Kmet as a blocker One of the biggest reasons that tight ends usually take a year to d...
DECEMBER 29, 2020 • BEARGOGGLESON.COM
Bears eye playoffs heading into finale with Rodgers, Packers The Chicago Bears have their sights on the playoffs heading into the finale against Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers
DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fails to capitalize on targets Kmet caught two passes for 16 yards in the Bears' 41-17 victory over the Jaguars on Sunday.
Impact Kmet was targeted six times, but Jimmy Graham was the tight end who was on the receiving end of both of Mitch Tubisky's touchdown passes. In addition, Kmet was given a rushing attempt near the goal line, but he was tackled for a three-yard loss. Despite seeing increased target volume over the last four weeks, he's averaging 27 yards with one score during that span, making him a touchdown-dependent fantasy option in Week 17 against the Packers.
DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet in win Kmet caught two passes for 12 yards in the Bears' 33-27 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.
Impact Kmet was targeted just twice, though with the Bears playing with a lead for the majority of this contest, they attempted just 21 passes, and the tight end failed to reach seven targets for the first time in three games. Although he's performed well lately, he's yet to surpass 45 yards in a game, making him a risky fantasy option in Week 16 against a weak Jacksonville defense.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Chicago Bears Week 15 storylines: Seventh-seed seduction, Cole Kmet’s increased opportunity and Justin Jefferson’s emergence From angry demands for massive changes at Halas Hall to an outside possibility of making the playoffs, the Bears remain in the front car of...
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Mitchell Trubisky, Chicago Bears Battle Through Distractions Another COVID-19 situation and a pending situation involving an assault charge against Mario Edwards are among distractions for the Chicago Bears as they head into a key game in th...
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Targeted seven times Kmet caught four passes for 41 yards in the Bears' 36-7 win over the Texans on Sunday.
Impact Kmet cemented his role as Chicago's lead tight end with his second straight seven-target performance, although it was Jimmy Graham who scored the only tight-end touchdown for the team. Despite his increased volume since Week 10, Kmet has yet to surpass 45 yards in a game this season, making him a floor play during the fantasy playoffs.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Watchlist for Week 15: Streaming targets, free agent sleepers include Phillip Lindsay, Cam Sims, Cole Kmet Now's the time for owners to stay ahead on the fantasy football waiver wire and scout potential free agent pickups. Ahead of Weeks 14 and 15...
DECEMBER 10, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Cole Kmet trending up while Jimmy Graham trending down Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet is seeing an uptick in snaps as the season goes on. The final four games are big for his development.
DECEMBER 9, 2020 • 247SPORTS.COM
Fantasy Football Week 14 Waiver Wire FAAB Report: Denzel Mims, Keke Coutee, Cole Kmet and others to add | Fantasy Football News, Rankings and Projections | PFF Week 14 fantasy football waiver wire FAAB targets: Denzel Mims, Keke Coutee and Cole Kmet, plus deep-league options at every position.
DECEMBER 8, 2020 • PFF.COM
Heat on Nagy intensifies with Bears on 6-game losing streak Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy said he hasn't discussed his future with chairman George McCaskey and president Ted Phillips
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bears on 6-game skid after blowing late lead against Lions Mitchell Trubisky made a critical mistake
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Best game of career Kmet caught five passes for 37 yards and a touchdown in Chicago's 34-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Impact After failing to see more than three targets in any game during his rookie season, Kmet tied Allen Robinson for the team lead with seven targets while posting the only touchdown reception by a Chicago player. Coming into this game, he had been targeted three times in each of the prior two contests, which was the same number seen by Jimmy Graham. It appears the rookie may be emerging as the team's top tight end, though he'll be difficult to trust in fantasy lineups until he shows more consistency.
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Stafford throws 3 TDs, Lions rally to beat Bears 34-30 Matthew Stafford threw for 402 yards and three touchdowns and Adrian Peterson scored from the 5 after Romeo Okwara strip-sacked Mitchell Trubisky with about two minutes left
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
