Frequently Asked Questions
What position did Eddie Jackson joke about wanting to play on offense?
Eddie Jackson jokingly urged Matt Nagy to give him a shot on the offensive side of the ball, potentially lining up as a wide receiver. He made these comments during an appearance on Good Morning Football earlier in the week.
How did Matt Nagy respond to Eddie Jackson wanting to play offense?
Matt Nagy jokingly revealed Jackson's new offensive position when asked about it during a Wednesday media press conference. Nagy's response was all in fun, though the idea of Jackson lining up as a third wide receiver hasn't been completely ruled out.
Has Matt Nagy ever used a defensive player on offense before?
Yes, Nagy has a track record of using defensive players on offense. A notable example was the 2018 game against the Giants where defensive tackle Akiem Hicks channeled his inner Fridge and lined up on offense.
Who are the quarterbacks that could potentially throw a touchdown pass to Eddie Jackson?
The Bears' QB battle involves Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Foles, and either one could potentially be the quarterback to throw a TD pass to Jackson if Nagy ever deployed him on offense.
Why didn't the Bears use creative trick plays more often during the 2019 season?
The Bears' offense struggled significantly throughout the 2019 season, which limited the opportunity for creative playcalling like using defensive players on offense. That type of fun, gadget-style football tends to happen when an offense is already playing at a decent level.