Jackson wins player of week award

Bears safety Eddie Jackson has been named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in last Sunday's 17-3 win over the Carolina Panthers at Soldier Field.

The rookie fourth-round pick staked the Bears to a 14-0 lead by scoring touchdowns on a 75-yard fumble return and a 76-yard interception return. In the process, Jackson became the first player in NFL history to record two defensive TDs of at least 75 yards in a game.

Bears safety Eddie Jackson drops back in pass coverage against the Panthers."I think you saw what he brings to the table when he gets the football in his hands," tight end Zach Miller said after the game. "He's a playmaker. He's all over the football field. Eddie…