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Bears running back Kyle Monangai absent from practice ahead of Patriots game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 3:29 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Bears running back Kyle Monangai absent from practice ahead of Patriots game

Summary

Kyle Monangai of the Chicago Bears did not practice on Monday as the team prepares for their Thursday Night Football game against the New England Patriots. Monangai has missed the last two games due to turf toe, raising questions about his availability for the upcoming matchup. The Bears, currently 4-2, recently welcomed back quarterback Caleb Williams, who led the team to a victory over the Atlanta Falcons after recovering from an injury. With Monangai sidelined, the Bears' running game has struggled, raising concerns ahead of facing the Patriots, who have won three straight games.

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Status Watch

•Monangai has rushed for 324 yards and three touchdowns this season.
•The Bears' rushing offense declined in Monangai's absence.
•Kickoff for the Bears vs. Patriots is set for 8:15 p.m. ET at Soldier Field.
•Chicago has struggled with injuries to key players this season.
•The Bears go into Thursday's game with a 4-2 record, tied with the Patriots.

Latest Updates

3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Bears Announce Concerning Kyle Monangai Injury News Before Patriots Game

What they're saying

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Bears running back Kyle Monangai faces an uncertain return from turf toe ahead of Thursday's Patriots game after missing two straight weeks. The post Bears Announce Concerning Kyle Monangai Injury News Before Patriots Game appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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