“Real Problem”: Fox Analyst Calls for NFL Action Into Bears Rookie Malik Muhammad Over Questionable Play Against Patriots

Fox analyst Craig Carton has called on the NFL to investigate Chicago Bears rookie cornerback Malik Muhammad following a questionable play against the New England Patriots. Muhammad appeared to run away from Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson during a 48-yard touchdown run just before halftime. Carton argued on his show that the league must question Muhammad and head coach Ben Johnson regarding the defender's unusual movement, calling it a potential integrity issue.

The article notes Muhammad may have simply been trying to evade a block before Stevenson raced past him and Jaylon Johnson. Despite the play, Chicago secured a 30-24 victory over New England behind Caleb Williams' 308 passing yards and two touchdowns to move to 5-2, though Muhammad later exited the game with a toe injury.