Kyle Monangai - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Inactive in Week 9 Monangai (thumb/toe) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Buccaneers.

Impact Monangai finally was able to mix into drills Friday for the first time since emerging from Week 4 with a turf-toe injury, going down as a limited participant. The Bears kept the door open for him to return by giving him a questionable designation, but after Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Sunday morning that Monangai isn't expected to play in Week 9, his inactive status doesn't come as a surprise. However, Rapoport also noted that Monangai is on pace to be back in Week 11 versus the Saints following a Week 10 bye. In the meantime, D'Andre Swift will be Chicago's lead runner, with Roschon Johnson backing him up.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to return Sunday Monangai (thumb/toe) isn't slated to play in Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, but he's expected to return after the Bears' Week 10 bye in a Week 11 matchup with the Saints, Ia...

Impact Monangai was able to get back on the practice field Friday for the first time since suffering a turf-toe injury versus the Jets on Oct. 4, but his limited showing in that practice seemingly won't be enough to clear him to suit up Sunday. The Bears have a Week 10 bye on tap, so it comes as no surprise that the Bears likely will hold off on Monangai's return for two more weeks. Yet again, D'Andre Swift will pace Chicago's backfield this weekend, with Roschon Johnson also on hand for RB reps.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Monangai, Cam Skattebo and more RB injury updates for Week 9 The latest injury and status updates on Kyle Monangan and Cam Skattebo.

2 DAYS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Questionable for Sunday Monangai (thumb/toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Impact Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reported Monangai took part in drills Friday for the first time since suffering a turf toe injury against the Jets on Oct. 4, and the activity was enough to give him a chance to return to action this weekend. The Bears play on Sunday Night Football in Week 9, so there won't be many options to pivot to if Monangai ends up missing a fifth consecutive contest. Even if he's able to suit up, it stands to reason he likely won't handle his normal workload (16.3 touches per game this season), especially with fellow RB D'Andre Swift running on all cylinders at the moment.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Another DNP on Thursday Monangai (thumb/toe) didn't practice Thursday.

Impact Monangai also missed Wednesday's walkthrough due to the turf-toe injury that has sidelined him the last four contests. With no activity to speak of so far and just one more chance to practice this week, he seems to be trending toward another absence Sunday against the Buccaneers, something that may be confirmed on Friday's injury report. D'Andre Swift will continue to pace the Bears backfield for as long as Monangai is sidelined, with Roschon Johnson on hand for any RB reps that linger.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Irving and the Buccaneers visit Swift and the Bears in a matchup of the NFL's top rushing teams

The NFL’s top rushing teams face off when Bucky Irving and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers visit D’Andre Swift and the Chicago Bears

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Misses Wednesday's walkthrough Monangai (thumb/toe) didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough.

Impact Monangai continues to be listed as a DNP due to the turf-toe injury that's held him out of the last four games. It doesn't bode well for his odds to return to action Sunday against the Buccaneers that he remains sidelined, and the Bears have a Week 10 bye, so the team may be focused on getting him healthy for the final eight contests of the campaign. D'Andre Swift will continue to lead Chicago's backfield for as long as Monangai is out, with Roschon Johnson picking up the scraps behind Swift.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Bears place defensive tackle Kentavius Street on injured reserve

The Chicago Bears have placed defensive tackle Kentavius Street on injured reserve

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Won't play against Seattle Head coach Ben Johnson told reporters Saturday that Monangai (thumb/toe) will not play against the Seahawks on Monday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact It will be the fourth consecutive game that Monangai will miss while nursing thumb and toe injuries. His next opportunity to play is Week 9 against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Nov. 8, but he would need to be cleared to practice before the Bears entertain bringing the second-year pro back into the fold. Roschon Johnson will continue to serve as the Bears' RB2 behind D'Andre Swift in Monangai's absence, while Zavier Scott -- who was signed to the active roster Tuesay -- provides additional backfield depth.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Breece Hall, Kyle Monangai and more RB injury updates for Week 8 Injury updates on Kyle Monangai, Breece Hall and other RBs who are uncertain to play in Week 8.

OCTOBER 31 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Sits out Friday's practice Monangai (thumb/toe) was listed as a non-participant for Friday's practice, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Impact Monangai has now missed another practice while managing thumb and toe issues. He hasn't practiced in weeks and appears headed for another absence Monday night against the Seahawks. If Monangai does sit, Roschon Johnson would again handle backup duties behind D'Andre Swift.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Week 8 Chicago Bears Injury Report: Updates On Monangai, Muhammad, Edwards The first Chicago Bears injury report of the week includes updates on running back Kyle Monangai, cornerback Malik Muhammad, and linebacker...

OCTOBER 29 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Sidelined to begin Week 8 prep Monangai (thumb/toe) did not practice Thursday.

Impact Monangai hasn't suited up since Week 4, and he continues to be bothered by a pair of injures at the start of Chicago's Week 8 prep. He'll have an extra day to recover with the Bears playing on MNF against Seattle. Roschon Johnson has played in a change-of-pace role behind D'Andre Swift during Monangai's absence.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Not on field Wednesday Monangai (thumb/toe) was on a stationary bike during warmups but wasn't on the field during the open portion of Wednesday's practice, Adam Jahns of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Monangai has missed the last three games due to a turf toe injury, and until he's able to mix into drills in some capacity, he likely isn't a candidate to return to action. Wednesday's injury report will reveal his activity level, but if he doesn't practice, he'll have two more chances to do so before week's end.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in Week 7 Monangai (thumb/toe) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Patriots.

Impact Monangai thus will miss a third game in a row as he tends to a turf toe injury. Last Friday, head coach Ben Johnson relayed to Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com that the Bears are expecting to place Monangai on injured reserve, so he appears to have a chance to return in Week 8 at Seattle on Monday Night Football, assuming he's able to get back on the practice field next week. In the meantime, though, D'Andre Swift will continue to lead Chicago's backfield, with Roschon Johnson on hand for RB reps that linger.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Bears RG Jonah Jackson moving in a positive direction as he tries to play Thursday against Pats

Chicago Bears right guard Jonah Jackson is moving in a positive direction as he tries to play in Thursday night’s game against the New England Patriots

OCTOBER 20 • Associated Press

Sits out Tuesday's walk-through Monangai (thumb/toe) was listed as a non-participant in Tuesday's walk-through.

Impact Monangai also logged a DNP on Monday's estimated practice report, with added context regarding the running back's status for Thursday's game against the Patriots set to arrive via Wednesday's injury report. If Monangai remains sidelined versus New England, Roschon Johnson would be in line to see added backfield work alongside D'Andre Swift.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as DNP on practice estimate Monangai (thumb/toe) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report.

Impact After missing the last two games due to thumb and turf toe injuries, Monangai wasn't able to participate in Monday's walkthrough, indicating that a third straight absence is possible this week. Head coach Ben Johnson told Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com on Friday that Monangai remains week-to-week but will avoid injured reserve, so if the running back is inactive Thursday against the Patriots, he may be aiming to return in Week 8 at Seattle on Monday, Nov. 2. As long as Monangai is sidelined, D'Andre Swift will lead the Bears backfield, with Roschon Johnson in a complemtary role.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Caleb Williams completes first 12 passes in return after missing 3 games as Bears top Falcons 31-23

Caleb Williams completed his first 12 passes in his return from a hamstring injury, D’Andre Swift ran for two touchdowns and the Chicago Bears beat the Atlanta Falcons 31-23

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Bears QB Caleb Williams is active and expected to start against Falcons after missing 3 games

Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams is active and expected to start for the Bears against the Atlanta Falcons after missing three games with a right hamstring injury

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Out for Week 6 Monangai (thumb/toe) was ruled out for Sunday's game in Atlanta.

Impact Monangai is tending to a turf toe injury that now will force a second absence in a row. With Monangai on the sidelines, Roschon Johnson will serve as the complementary RB behind starter D'Andre Swift, but such a role equated to 10 touches for 40 yards from scrimmage in last Sunday's loss at Green Bay. Meanwhile, Monangai's next chance for game action is next Thursday against the Patriots.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Will avoid injured reserve Monangai (toe), per head coach Ben Johnson, remains week-to-week but is "trending in the right direction" and will avoid injured reserve, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson's comments suggest Monangai could miss more time, but they also indicate he is not facing an extended absence. His status for Sunday's matchup with the Falcons will officially be revealed when the Bears release their final injury report of the week later Friday.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Bears and Falcons lean on run games but have endured stressful starts to the season at quarterback

The Chicago Bears' matchup against the Atlanta Falcons is a meeting of teams that have faced turnover at quarterback this season

OCTOBER 15 • Associated Press

Misses practice again Thursday Monangai (toe) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's injury report.

Impact With Monangai now opening Week 6 prep with back-to-back missed sessions, his status for Sunday's game remains in question. The Bears' Friday report should provide more clarity on his status going into Sunday's game against the Falcons. If Monangai is unable to go, look for D'Andre Swift to handle the bulk of the work while Roschon Johnson gets a slight bump in playing time.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Estimated as DNP on Wednesday Monangai (thumb/toe) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate.

Impact Monangai technically is being listed with a pair of health concerns, but it's a turf toe injury that sidelined him this past Sunday at Green Bay and is threatening to keep him there for at least one more week. Fellow RB D'Andre Swift avoided the Bears' first Week 6 injury report entirely, so he's poised to be the team's clear lead runner for as long as Monangai is out.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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