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Cook carried the ball 14 times for 35 yards and a touchdown and added six catches on eight targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 16-6 loss to the Bears.

The eight targets led the team, but the TD didn't come until late in the fourth quarter as the Vikings attempted a comeback; until then, the Bears defense did a good job stifling Cook and shutting down Minnesota's offensive engine. The third-year back has scored in every game so far this season, and he'll have a good chance to extend that streak in Week 5 against the Giants.

Montgomery rushed 21 times for 53 yards while adding three receptions for 14 yards in the Bears' 16-6 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

Montgomery did not dominate touches for the Bears in the first half while the game was close, as Tarik Cohen was heavily involved in the game plan. However, once the Bears took control of the game early in the second half, he then became the primary runner, though his production was slowed by a stout Minnesota defense. He's now carried the ball at least 13 times in three-straight games, and his volume makes him a solid second starting running back option.

Jacobs ran for 79 yards for 17 carries and added 29 yards on two catches during Sunday's 31-24 win over the Colts.

Jacobs continues to plug away, reaching 99 yards or more for the third time this season. Fans would surely love to see more touchdowns as Jabobs has been scoreless since Week 1 and he has not had a 20-touch game since the opener, but it's hard to ask for more from the rookie runner. He'll have his hands full in Week 5 against a dominant Bears defense.

Coach Pete Carroll said in his postgame press conference after Sunday's win over Arizona that he expects Penny (hamstring) to return in Week 5 against the Rams, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Seattle has a short turnaround with the Week 5 contest occurring Thursday, suggesting Penny is very close to returning. Look for Penny to return to practice this week as further confirmation of his status.

Wilkins ran for 17 yards on four carries and added an 11-yard catch during Sunday's 31-24 loss to Oakland.

Wilkins garnered five touches for just the second time this season as Marlon Mack (ankle) exited the game and didn't return. The extent of that injury will be worth monitoring ahead of Week 5's game against the Chiefs. Should Mack be out, Wilkins has been more effective as a runner than teammate Nyheim Hines through four weeks.

Hines ran for six yards on three attempts and added 39 yards on six receptions during Sunday's 31-24 loss to Oakland.

Hines enjoyed a season-high nine touches Sunday as Marlon Mack (ankle) exited the game early and did not return. With the extent of Mack's injury unclear, fans will obviously be monitoring the situation heading in to Week 5 against the Chiefs. Should Mack miss time, Hines would seem to be likely to maintain his pass-catching role with a few more carries with Jordan Wilkins slightly more established as a runner.

Walton carried six times for 23 yards and caught two passes for an additional 11 yards during Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Chargers.

After failing to contribute last week against Dallas, Walton more than doubled his season yardage output as he logged a career-high eight touches. His usage coincided with a decrease in playing time for Kalen Ballage, who has done little with his opportunities this season. Although Walton seems to be working his way up the depth chart, he'll carry little fantasy value into the team's next game Oct. 13 against the Redskins.

Drake carried nine times for 44 yards and caught three of five targets for an additional 29 yards during Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Chargers.

Drake didn't break off many big gains on the ground, but he averaged 4.9 yards per carry against a solid Chargers defense. Unfortunately, his team got behind again before abandoning the run game, though that allowed him to contribute as a pass-catcher. Drake, who has totaled a respectable 145 scrimmage yards over the last two games, will go on bye next week before facing the Redskins on Oct. 13.

Williams ran for 13 yards and two touchdowns on eight carries and added 43 yards on three catches during Sunday's 34-30 win over Detroit. He lost a fumble during the contest.

Williams capped the comeback in the closing seconds of the game with a bruising one-yard touchdown, the second of the game and his career. Thrust into duty due to the knee injury to Damien Williams (knee), Williams has shown some ability as a receiver and had a nice 41-yard run last week. His value likely depends on the health of Damien Williams, but Williams looks like a quality play if it's only him and Shady McCoy in the backfield.

Barkley (ankle) wasn't donning a walking boot after Sunday's 24-3 win against the Redskins, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.

Prior to Sunday's early slate of games, Kimberly Jones of NFL Network reported Barkley has told those in the know that he'll be able to beat his recovery timetable from a right high-ankle sprain. Ultimately, the decision isn't Barkley's to be made, and while it's a positive sign that he's already out of the boot, the Giants still expect him to miss another 3-to-5 weeks of action following the Week 4 win. As long as he's sidelined, the team will entrust the backfield to Wayne Gallman, who ripped off 118 yards from scrimmage and two TDs on 24 touches Week 4.