In an upcoming Week 17 matchup, Kendrick Bourne and the San Francisco 49ers will face off against the Chicago Bears on December 28, 2025, at 8:20 p.m. ET. The Bears have struggled defensively, ranking 18th in the league in pass defense by allowing an average of 217.1 yards per game.
If you’re considering Bourne for your fantasy football lineup, the latest projections suggest that he could earn approximately 4.5 fantasy points, with a PPR projection of 5.7 points and about 33.47 receiving yards, along with a minimal chance of scoring a touchdown.
This season, Bourne has accrued a total of 52.6 fantasy points, averaging 4.4 per game and ranking 73rd among wide receivers. He has had a challenging stretch recently, with nine targets in his last three games resulting in five receptions for 44 yards and no touchdowns, translating to an average of only 1.5 fantasy points per game during that period. Over the last five games, Bourne has totaled 9.7 fantasy points, catching eight passes on twelve targets for 97 yards without any touchdowns. His standout moment this season occurred during Week 6 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he posted 14.2 fantasy points.
The Bears’ defense, while allowing two players to surpass 300 passing yards in a game this season, has experienced struggles against the pass, permitting at least one touchdown to 13 different quarterbacks they have faced. Additionally, they have allowed three or more passing touchdowns to four opposing QBs, highlighting a vulnerability in their secondary.
As fantasy football enthusiasts maintain their focus on player performance, Bourne may have an opportunity to bounce back against a Bears defense that has given up numerous big plays this year. For those looking to build their lineups, additional analysis on Bourne’s performance is available through FanDuel Research, offering insights for both fantasy and betting strategies.