3. Akiem Hicks is a warrior

Excitement was building this week when it became clear No. 96 was returning to game action. After missing over two months with a broken elbow, Hicks was activated to the roster and started Sunday’s game against the Packers, despite being in extreme pain for most of the afternoon.

He left the field multiple times with his elbow hanging at his side, but returned each time so he could help his team when they needed it the most. Often described as the heart and soul of the defense, Hicks proved that with his will and play on Sunday. He had four tackles and two hits on Rodgers. Whether Hicks plays the final two games or not, he continues to show why he’s so valuable to this unit.