Watching tape of Sunday's snowy 26-6 win over the 49ers, Bears coach John Fox saw a dominant performance by veteran defensive end Akiem Hicks.
The fifth-year pro, who's in his first season with the Bears, excelled against both the run and the pass, recording a career-high 10 tackles and matching a personal high with two sacks.
"He does have that size, which is beneficial in the run game," Fox said of the 6-5, 336-pounder. "Especially in those conditions, it was going to become more of that kind of game. He's been a good run-stopper all season.