CHICAGO — Chicago Bears defensive end Akiem Hicks was ejected late in the second quarter Sunday after making contact with an official.

Bears safety Eddie Jackson intercepted Ryan Fitzpatrick with 2:23 left in the half. But flags were thrown and, after huddling together, officials announced that Hicks had been ejected. Hicks was shown sitting on the Bears bench, a look of disbelief on his face.

Hicks, who got his third sack of the season in the first quarter, sat on the bench for several minutes before leaving the field. He was seen throwing his pads and jersey into the stands as he exited.

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