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.
"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.