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Bears RB Monangai Injured: Season in Doubt?
5 Oct
Summary
- Kyle Monangai suffered a thumb injury in the win against the New York Jets.
- He had a standout performance with 30 carries for 146 yards and two touchdowns.
- The severity of the injury is currently unknown and under evaluation.
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai sustained a thumb injury late in Sunday's victory over the New York Jets. The severity of the injury is currently unknown as he is undergoing evaluation. Monangai was instrumental in the win, recording 30 carries for 146 yards and two touchdowns.
His performance included a fourth-quarter touchdown and another score that extended the Bears' lead. The injury surfaced after the game, with head coach Ben Johnson confirming Monangai is being assessed. A sprained thumb could mean a short absence, while a fracture or ligament damage might lead to a multi-week layoff.
Monangai, drafted in the seventh round in 2025, has been a key player for the Bears. This season, he entered Week 4 with 178 rushing yards and one touchdown on 30 carries. His absence would increase the load on D'Andre Swift, who has also dealt with injuries, and provide more opportunities for Roschon Johnson.
