Austin Booker shines as Bears practice continues amid secondary injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 12:07 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
During the Bears' fifth training camp practice on August 4, Austin Booker had a standout performance as the team adjusted to Coby Bryant's knee injury, which is expected to sideline him for 8-10 weeks. Bryant's absence prompted defensive back Cam Lewis to step into a starting role. The practice featured notable plays from various players, including Colston Loveland and Kalif Raymond. Kyle Monangai returned to practice after missing three days due to a soft-tissue injury but did not participate in team drills.
- •Coby Bryant expected to miss 8-10 weeks with knee injury.
- •Austin Booker had strong reps against offensive lineman Braxton Jones.
- •Cam Lewis took over in the starting secondary during practice.
- •Kyle Monangai returned after three days out with a soft-tissue injury.
- •Tyson Bagent continued to connect well with rookie receiver Zavion Thomas.
- 12:07 AMYahoo Sports — Bears Training Camp Practice 5: Austin Booker Excels, Kyle Monangai Returns
"Austin Booker shines as Coby Bryant’s significant knee injury shifts the defensive spotlight, forcing a reshuffled secondary to step up during the Bears' first padded session of training camp.
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