Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Khalil Mack playing against the Raiders in London?
Khalil Mack was traded from the Oakland Raiders to the Chicago Bears, making this London matchup a reunion between the former trade partners. The Raiders used the pick they received in the Mack trade to select running back Josh Jacobs 24th overall in the 2019 draft.
Will Mitchell Trubisky play in the Bears-Raiders London game?
Trubisky is listed as doubtful after dislocating his shoulder on the team's first drive in the previous game. If he can't go, backup Chase Daniel would start, and Daniel is 2-2 as a career starter including a 1-1 record filling in for Trubisky last season.
Who is Vontaze Burfict and why isn't he playing in London?
Vontaze Burfict was the Raiders' defensive captain who was suspended for the remainder of the season after delivering a vicious hit on Colts tight end Jack Doyle. His suspension leaves a significant hole in Oakland's defense heading into the London matchup.
How do Josh Jacobs and David Montgomery compare as rookie running backs?
Jacobs, an Alabama product selected 24th overall, had 307 yards on 62 carries with a 4.95 yards-per-carry average, while Montgomery had 200 total yards on 58 carries at 3.45 yards per carry. Montgomery's draft stock dipped partly due to his 4.64 40-yard dash time at the combine compared to Jacobs's 4.60.
Where is the Bears-Raiders London game being played?
The game is being played at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in north London. Both teams come into the matchup off quality wins, with the Raiders winning at Indianapolis and the Bears tied for the best record in the NFC North.