Bears running back Kyle Monangai expected to miss multiple weeks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:21 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai suffered a hyperextended knee during a practice incident on August 16. The injury occurred after teammate Grady Jarrett tackled him from behind while the players were not in pads. Initial tests indicated Monangai’s knee was structurally sound, but further evaluation revealed he would be sidelined for multiple weeks. The team is awaiting detailed MRI results to confirm the extent of the injury. Monangai's absence adds to the Bears' mounting injury concerns ahead of the season.
- •Monangai tackled by Grady Jarrett during practice
- •Initial tests show knee is structurally sound
- •MRI results expected to confirm injury severity
- •Bears face mounting injury issues before season starts
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