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Fantasy Player Profile Bilal Nichols

  • Bilal Nichols
  • DL #92
  • Bilal
    Nichols
  • IRInjured Reserve
  • Manager: FA
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@CAR: #4 vs opposing DL - 5.79 FPA
Bye Week11Rank223% Rostered-% Change-WK 15 Pts0.00WK 16 Proj. Pts0.00
2024 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsPts
1@BUF
Loss, 28-34
0.00
2LAR
Win, 41-10
0.00
3DET
Loss, 13-20
0.00
4WAS
Loss, 14-42
0.00
5@SF
Win, 24-23
0.00
6@GB
Loss, 13-34
0.00
7LAC
Win, 17-15
0.00
8@MIA
Win, 28-27
0.00
9CHI
Win, 29-9
0.00
10NYJ
Win, 31-6
0.00
11Bye  0.00
12@SEA
Loss, 6-16
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13@MIN
Loss, 22-23
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14SEA
Loss, 18-30
0.00
15NE
Win, 30-17
0.00
16@CAR
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
17@LAR
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
0.00
18SF
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2024 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1@BUF,
L 28-34
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2LAR,
W 41-10
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3DET,
L 13-20
2----0.00
4WAS,
L 14-42
2----0.00
5@SF,
W 24-23
1----0.00
6@GB,
L 13-34
1----0.00
7LAC,
W 17-15
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8@MIA,
W 28-27
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9CHI,
W 29-9
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10NYJ,
W 31-6
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11Bye-----0.00
12@SEA,
L 6-16
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13@MIN,
L 22-23
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14SEA,
L 18-30
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15NE,
W 30-17
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16@CAR,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17@LAR,
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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18SF,
TBDGet Tickets
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  • Out for rest of 2024

    The Cardinals placed Nichols (undisclosed) on injured reserve Tuesday, and he is expected to miss the rest of the regular season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Nichols suffered a stinger in each of the Cardinals' last two games, and it appears his injury Sunday against the Packers is significant enough for him to be sidelined for the rest of the regular season. He'll end his first year in Arizona with 10 tackles (six solo) across six regular-season games. L.J. Collier is likely to serve as the Cardinals' second starting defensive tackle alongside Roy Lopez while Naquan Jones and Khyiris Tonga provide rotational depth.

    Published: Tue, Oct 15 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return due to stinger

    Nichols won't return to Sunday's game against the Packers due to a stinger, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Nichols recorded one solo tackle before leaving the contest in the second quarter. In his absence, L.J. Collier, Naquan Jones and Khyiris Tonga are candidates for increased roles.

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns vs. Niners

    Nichols (undisclosed) has returned to Sunday's game against the 49ers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nichols briefly left Sunday's game due to a stinger, but the 2018 fifth-round pick is back on the field with the first-team defense.

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return Week 5

    Nichols (undisclosed) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers due to a stinger injury.

    Analysis: Nichols briefly went to the locker room following the injury, but he was spotted back on the sidelines. It remains to be seen whether he will come back into Sunday's game. L.J. Collier would see more work with the first-team defense while Nichols is sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Linking up with Cardinals

    Arizona plans to sign Nichols to a three-year, $21 million contract, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.

    Analysis: Nichols figures to provide some interior run-stopping ability for a Cardinals defense that ranked last against the run in 2024. Over the past four seasons with Chicago and Las Vegas, he hasn't missed a game.

    Published: Mon, Mar 11 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go vs. Steelers

    Nichols (hamstring) was a limited participant at practice Friday and does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game versus the Steelers, Rachel Gossen of the Raiders' official site reports.

    Analysis: Nichols was forced out of Week 2 at Buffalo with a hamstring injury, but he recovered in time to suit up for Week 3. He'll resume a starting role on the defensive line next to Jerry Tillery.

    Published: Fri, Sep 22 at 6:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Nichols (hamstring/hand) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The veteran defensive tackle exited Week 2 against the Bills early with a hamstring issue, and he apparently also has a hand injury on top of it. The limited practice should put Nichols on the right track for Week 3 versus Pittsburgh. He has four tackles across 71 defensive snaps on the young season.

    Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Departs with injury

    Nichols has exited Sunday's game against the Bills with a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: Nichols is questionable to return, which will leave the team short-handed on the interior of the defensive line. Adam Butler and John Jenkins will both have an opportunity for extra snaps while Nichols is off the field.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Nichols (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.

    Analysis: After logging limited practice both Thursday and Friday, Nichols will take the field Sunday. The 26-year-old defensive tackle has recorded four solo tackles through his first two games of 2022.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Nichols (shoulder) was listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against Tennessee.

    Analysis: It's unclear whether or not Nichols will play Sunday, as he logged limited practices both Thursday and Friday. The defensive tackle was able to record a solo tackle in Week 2 against Arizona before injuring his shoulder. Kendal Vickers will likely play more of the team's snaps if Nichols is unable to suit up Sunday.

    Published: Sat, Sep 24 at 8:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return Sunday

    Nichols (shoulder) won't return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Nichols sustained a shoulder injury in the fourth quarter of Sunday's matchup and will be unavailable to close out the contest. Whether he's available for next Sunday's game against Tennessee remains to be seen.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Nichols is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to a shoulder injury.

    Analysis: Nichols recorded a solo tackle early in the fourth quarter of Sunday's matchup but ultimately sustained an injury. If he's unable to return, Kendal Vickers likely will see an uptick in playing time.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing again

    Nichols returned to practice Wednesday, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It's a welcomed development for the Raiders after Nichols spent four weeks on the active/PUP list with an undisclosed injury. He figures to fill a starting role on Las Vegas' defensive line this season after signing a two-year, $11 million contract in March.

    Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with injury

    The Raiders placed Nichols (undisclosed) on the PUP list Tuesday.

    Analysis: Nichols signed a two-year, $11 million contract with the Raiders in March, though his debut with the team could be delayed. If cleared from the PUP list ahead of Week 1, Nichols projects to hold a significant role along the defensive line after posting 51 total tackles and three sacks with Chicago in 2021.

    Published: Wed, Jul 20 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To join Raiders

    Nichols agreed Wednesday with the Raiders on a two-year, $11 million contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Nichols is a proven starter who will help shore up Las Vegas' defensive front. He enjoyed a career season with Chicago in 2021, recording 51 tackles and three sacks in 17 appearances.

    Published: Wed, Mar 16 at 6:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong performance in finale

    Nichols tallied half a sack and five tackles in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season with 51 tackles and three sacks.

    Analysis: Nichols tallied half a sack and five tackles in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season with 51 tackles and three sacks. Nichols tallied half a sack and five tackles in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season with 51 tackles and three sacks.

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    Nichols (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday.

    Analysis: Nichols tested positive for the virus earlier this week but was able to quickly clear the health and safety protocols. He has 40 tackles (20 solo) and two sacks in 14 games for Chicago this season.

    Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tests positive for COVID-19

    Nichols (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official team site reports.

    Analysis: The defensive end tested positive for COVID-19 Tuesday and will now enter the league's protocols. Nichols becomes the 13th member of the team to be on the COVID-19 list, joining the likes of starters Allen Robinson and Eddie Jackson amongst others. Additonally, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reported Tuesday that 21 players tested positive for COVID-19 Tuesday.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches sack

    Nichols tallied a sack and two tackles in the Bears' 29-27 loss to the Steelers on Monday.

    Analysis: Nichols broke a streak of five games without a sack, and he now has two on the season. In addition, after posting 11 tackles over the first three games of the season, he's only recorded two in each of the last three games, making him a low-floor scoring option in IDP leagues.

    Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 4:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up for Week 7

    Nichols (knee) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Nichols popped up on the injury report late in the week and did not practice Thursday or Friday. Nevertheless, he'll suit up against Tampa Bay and serve as a rotational player along the Bears' defensive line.

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered questionable for Week 7

    Nichols (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Nichols didn't practice Thursday or Friday and is considered questionable for Week 7. The 25-year-old defensive end has played in all six games for the Bears this season and has recorded 19 tackles, one sack and one fumble recovery. If he is sidelined Sunday, Mario Edwards will likely see an increased role against the Buccaneers.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovers fumble

    Nichols recorded two tackles and a fumble recovery in the Bears' 24-14 win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Nichols is averaging three tackles while posting a sack and a recovered fumble on the season, making him an IDP with upside based on big-play potential.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear for Week 3

    Nichols (back) is active Week 3 against the Browns.

    Analysis: Nichols didn't miss any practice time of note this week but still emerged on the injury report due to a back issue. It ultimately won't prevent the starting defensive end from taking the field in Cleveland.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches sack

    Nichols collected a sack and four tackles in the Bears' 20-17 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

    Analysis: Nichols had just one tackle in the season opener, but he came alive against the Bengals. After breaking out last year with 40 tackles and five sacks, those numbers are definitely attainable this season for the Bears' starting defensive end.

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Off Chicago's injury report

    Nichols (toe) isn't listed on the Bears' injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: Nichols appears to have finally healed from a toe injury he picked up in the Bears' preseason game against the Bills. The injury won't affect Nichols' Week 1 status as he is slated to start at defensive end across from Akiem Hicks.

    Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 5:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing toe injury

    Nichols (toe) will not practice Monday, Adam Hoge of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

    Analysis: Coach Matt Nagy said Nichols is dealing with an injury picked up during Saturday's preseason contest against the Bills, but it's worth noting the defensive end also dealt with a toe issue back in June. Nagy also said that Nichols' injury isn't anything that should endanger his status for Week 1.

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes part in practice

    Nichols (toe) practiced Thursday, the Chicago Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Nichols suffered a toe injury back in June, so it's encouraging to see him back on the practice field in the early days of training camp. The veteran looks set to reprise his usual starting role at defensive end across from Akiem Hicks (foot).

    Published: Fri, Jul 30 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures toe

    Nichols is nursing a toe injury, Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The severity of Nichols' toe injury is unknown at this time. He saw his snaps increase in each of the last three seasons in Chicago and recorded a career high in tackles and sacks in 2020 with 40 and five, respectively. He currently projects to start opposite Akiem Hicks at defensive end this year.

    Published: Fri, Jun 18 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows improvement in 2020

    Nichols was inactive for the Bears' 35-16 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Nichols has seen his snaps increase in each of his three seasons with the Bears, and he ended the season with 591 snaps to go along with career highs in tackles with 40 and sacks with five. He's signed with the team through 2021, and it's possible that he continues to show improvement and could become a player to watch in IDP leagues.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 8:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues hot streak

    Nichols recorded a sack and seven tackles in the Bears' 33-27 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: Nichols recorded a sack for the third straight game, giving him six sacks since Week 6, and he also exceeded four tackles for the first time this season. He'll potentially be in position to continue his hot streak in Week 16 against the Jaguars.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records fourth sack of season

    Nichols recorded a sack and two tackles in Chicago's 36-7 victory over the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Nichols has posted between three and four tackles in six of his last eight games while recording four sacks since Week 6, and his upside games give him IDP value in deep leagues.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Intercepts a pass

    Nichols picked off a pass while adding a sack and four tackles in Chicago's 34-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: After a slow start to the season, Nichols has averaged three tackles along with thee sacks over the last seven games, but he'll likely he remain a low upside fantasy option in the fantasy playoffs.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts first sack of season

    Nichols recorded a sack and three tackles in Chicago's 23-16 victory over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Nichols is averaging fewer than two tackles per game, and unless he sees a spike in production, his IDP value will remain minimal.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Underwhelming in second season

    Nichols recovered a fumble and added a tackle in the Bears' 21-19 victory over the Vikings in Week 17, and he ended the campaign with 27 tackles and a fumble recovery.

    Analysis: Nichols made a slight improvement in tackles per game over his rookie season, but after posting three sacks and two forced fumbles last season, it was disappointing that he failed to produce any stats other than tackles. Signed through 2021, Nichols will continue to be a depth option in deep IDP leagues.

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 7:12pm by Rotowire.com
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